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HOK Announces Strategic Hires in Architecture and Planning

Peter Cavaluzzi, Paul Harrison, Helen Jones and Scott Schiamberg bring depth of knowledge, experience to HOK studios and practice areas.

HOK is proud to announce the hiring of four recognized experts in the fields of architecture, planning and design.

  • Peter Cavaluzzi, FAIA, joins HOK as a director of Planning + Urban Design based in the firm’s New York studio.
  • Paul Harrison joins as design principal for the Canadian practice. He is based in Toronto.
  • Helen Jones, AIA, joins HOK as principal-design in the Denver studio.
  • Scott Schiamberg, AIA, AICP, LEED AP, joins as a regional leader of HOK’s Sports + Recreation + Entertainment practice based in New York.

“HOK prides itself in being a firm that attracts the best and brightest in the field. Each of these designers meet and exceed those criteria,” said HOK Co-CEO Eli Hoisington. “Their expertise and experience will benefit not just our clients but our design culture as a whole.”

About the hires:

cavaluzzi 2Peter Cavaluzzi is a visionary architect and urban designer specializing in large-scale urban redevelopment, mixed-use districts and transit-oriented development. As a principal and director of Planning + Urban Design based in HOK’s New York studio, Cavaluzzi brings deep experience designing transformative urban environments that seamlessly integrate buildings, infrastructure and public spaces to create “the next great place” in cities, campuses and urban districts around the world. Read more.

paul howard harrison 2025Paul Harrison is design principal for HOK’s Canadian practice. He brings a multidisciplinary approach to architecture that blends computational design, advanced building technologies and a deep understanding of architectural history. His expertise spans education, healthcare, research and civic projects, where he leads the design of human-centered spaces that integrate sustainability and resilience as core principles. Read more.

 

Helen Jones 2025 square 600pxHelen Jones is principal-design for HOK’s Denver studio. With a portfolio that spans aviation, civic, workplace, recreation and academic environments, Jones brings conceptual clarity and an empathetic approach to each project. Her design leadership is grounded in curiosity, creativity and a consistent focus on how people feel and move within a space—crafting environments that foster connection, efficiency and delight. Read more.

schiamberg 2Scott Schiamberg is a leading architect and planner with decades of experience shaping the future of sports venues. As regional leader of HOK’s Sports + Recreation + Entertainment practice, he specializes in the planning and design of transformative stadiums, arenas and training facilities that enhance the athlete and fan experience while driving economic impact for communities. Read more.

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