Enriching the Lives of the Communities We Serve

Collaboration. Support. Honesty. Excellence.

First and foremost, we are a team. We collaborate and support each other through open and honest communication. There are no egos here. We have each other’s backs, and we continually improve.

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Opportunity

We are a firm with an exceptional depth of experience. This has made us adaptable and able to grow and thrive through and beyond the pandemic. Our team works closely with developers, construction teams, and consultants which offers unparalleled growth and learning opportunities. Our team was built by innovators who brought their ideas into fruition. That spirit is celebrated at Urban Practice.

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Environment

We are committed to preserving the planet and its inhabitants for generations to come. We are stewards of our environment and resources, and are acutely aware of the impacts of the built environment. Our work demonstrates that commitment. We design spaces that promote resilience, equity, health, and reduced carbon emissions. As further evidence of this commitment, we have signed and support the 2030 challenge.

Sara Sweeney
“At UP we are Seekers of Knowledge | Finders of Answers | Solvers of Problems | Makers of Attainable Housing | Teammates.”
Sara Sweeney

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Innovation

Innovation drives our creativity, our commitment to the environment, our commitment to the practice of architecture, and our ability to adapt in an ever-changing world. We recognize the value of innovation and allocate time and resources for research and development.

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Mentorship

We are always looking towards the future, and that future is bright. Building up future designers and managers is a priority for Urban Practice. We are a team of experts and our expertise spans years and subject matter. We work to share this knowledge across the team and the discipline to uplift everyone. We believe in developing well-rounded architects, and in celebrating what makes each person on our team invaluable through magnifying strengths and reinforcing weaknesses.

Vivian Vu
“UP has improved my skills and knowledge to help me succeed in my career. I’m proud to be part of such a talented, fun, and motivated team that is dedicated to building lasting communities.”
Vivian Vu

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Diversity

We are a company of people designing for people. We are not monoliths. The best ideas and collaborations occur when all community voices are represented. We strive to foster a workplace that thrives on diverse thoughts and encourages ownership of work and space. This is the best way to design for our diverse communities and it is the best environment for our team to grow.

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Community

Our primary directive is to design great spaces that enrich the lives of the communities we serve. We do our due diligence when learning about the communities we work in and combine our expertise in design and construction with the needs of the residents. We meet people where they are and work to enhance that, not change it. We regularly provide volunteering, pro-bono, and low-bono services that help the communities we serve.

Made in 2019. Made for Tomorrow.

Founded in 2019, James Haley, Christina Davis, and Bryon Yoder envisioned Urban Practice as a firm to promote community investment and drive resiliency in residential architecture. Urban Practice joined the 2030 challenge and is dedicated to sustainability in the sector through integrating new technologies and best practices. Our services include Architecture, Site Planning, Construction Project Management, Engineering coordination, Energy coordination, Procurement, and Standards.