HPA Welcomes Two New Partners: Michael Attard and Doron Meinhard
Hariri Pontarini Architects (HPA) announces the addition of Michael Attard and Doron Meinhard as Partners, marking a significant milestone in the firm's evolution. This advancement reflects HPA's commitment to nurturing talent from within while maintaining the design excellence and cultural integrity that have defined the practice for over three decades.
The decision underscores the firm's philosophy of growth through continuity—honoring its foundational values while embracing the challenges and opportunities of increasingly complex, large-scale projects.
"We're proud of what we've built, but even more excited about what lies ahead," reflects Siamak Hariri, Founding Partner. "This partnership represents our commitment to continuity—not as mere tradition, but as thoughtful evolution. Our culture remains strong, our voice clear, and we are just beginning to realize our full potential."
David Pontarini, Founding Partner, adds: "As our work expands in scale and ambition, we remain steadfast in what has always distinguished us: design integrity, exceptional craft, and genuine care. Michael and Doron embody these values completely. Their partnership marks a natural progression in our journey."
Both Attard and Meinhard bring nearly two decades of experience within HPA's culture, having contributed to the firm's most significant and technically demanding projects. Their deep understanding of the studio's design philosophy—from initial concept through final realization—positions them uniquely to guide the firm's continued growth.
This partnership announcement reflects a broader vision shared by the leadership: to develop Hariri Pontarini Architects into an enduring institution, firmly rooted in the values that established it. For HPA, this means maintaining unwavering belief in design's transformative power, cultivating deep client relationships, and fostering a studio culture defined by curiosity, joy, creativity and rigor.
The promotion of Attard and Meinhard signals HPA's readiness to embrace new challenges while preserving the thoughtful, craft-oriented approach that has distinguished the practice throughout its remarkable journey.