Hickok Cole is a forward-focused design practice with a mission to connect bold ideas, diverse expertise, and partners with a vision to do work that matters. Rooted in research, they stay ahead of the curve by fueling curiosity and passion for design. They work with clients, partners, and projects that push the boundaries of design, resulting in over 300 design and industry awards, record-breaking building sales, and the first mass timber and net-zero renovations in DC.

Led by senior principals Mike Hickok and Yolanda Cole, Hickok Cole has a team of senior leaders dedicated to guiding the firm into the future. Upholding their core values of collaboration, autonomy, integrity, and creativity, they believe in the power of collaboration and creativity at all levels. They are committed to excellence, bringing creativity and drive into their projects for the benefit of clients and the greater community.

Hickok Cole is also dedicated to elevating Black design voices through their Rise Internship + Stipend program, providing professional experience and financial support to promising architecture and interior design students. They are proud to join the community of firms embracing social equity and corporate responsibility. As a Just organization, Hickok Cole is committed to building a more inclusive and transparent workplace, and their commitment to sustainable design is unwavering.

They tackle climate change and lead the way in net-zero renovations. Subscribe to their What's Next Now newsletter for the latest news and insights shaping the future of design