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Architecture rooted in human experience.
Kamloops, British Columbia — Since 1993.
Over $200 million in completed project value
30+
Years Experience
$200M+
Project Value
25+
Years in Kamloops
4
Sectors Served
Philosophy
Richard Hunter Architect Inc. believes that the best architecture begins with people. Every space we design is shaped by the lives that will unfold within it — how people gather, work, learn, and find comfort.
Evolved from Owen Hunter Architects Inc., our practice carries forward decades of design tradition while embracing the possibilities of contemporary architecture. We approach every project as a collaborative partnership, listening deeply to understand the aspirations, constraints, and context that make each commission unique.
From the initial programming phase through to completed interiors, we provide comprehensive architectural services that honour the relationship between built form, landscape, and human experience. Our work spans residential, commercial, governmental, and institutional sectors — united by a shared commitment to designing places that genuinely serve the people who inhabit them.
Our Process
01
Every project begins with understanding — your vision, your constraints, your aspirations. We listen before we draw.
02
Through programming and feasibility studies, we define the possibilities — aligning scope, budget, and site realities.
03
Form emerges from function. We develop solutions that are beautiful, practical, and deeply considered — from massing to material.
04
Complete documentation and contract administration ensure the design intent carries through construction to finished space.
Services
From initial concept through completed interiors, we offer the full spectrum of architectural services — ensuring continuity of vision at every stage.
Architecture
Comprehensive architectural design for new construction and renovation projects. We guide each project from schematic design through construction documents with meticulous attention to form, function, and context.
Planning & Programming
Strategic planning and programming services that lay the groundwork for successful projects. We define spatial needs, adjacencies, and priorities before design begins — saving time, money, and ensuring alignment.
Feasibility Studies
Rigorous analysis that helps clients make informed decisions before committing to a project. We evaluate site conditions, zoning constraints, construction costs, and development potential to determine what's possible and practical.
Interior Design
Interior design as an extension of architecture — not an afterthought. We develop interior environments that complement and complete the architectural vision, selecting materials, finishes, and furnishings with the same rigour applied to the building itself.
Sectors
Our diverse portfolio reflects a practice comfortable across scales and typologies — from intimate residential projects to complex institutional commissions.
Residential
Custom homes, multifamily housing, and residential renovations. Spaces designed for how people actually live — with warmth, light, and purpose.
Commercial
Office buildings, retail, mixed-use, and hospitality. Architecture that supports business objectives while creating welcoming environments.
Government
Civic and municipal facilities that serve communities with dignity. Public architecture that balances transparency, function, and lasting value.
Institutional
Schools, healthcare, and community facilities. Environments where learning, healing, and gathering shape the architecture from the inside out.
Select Projects
A selection of project types representing our range across residential, commercial, governmental, and institutional architecture in Kamloops and the BC Interior.
Commercial
Commercial
LNG Studio District
A contemporary mixed-use development integrating commercial and studio spaces. Bold massing and material expression rooted in the urban context.
Mixed-Use
Sutherland Mixed-Use
Contemporary urban infill combining ground-floor retail with residential above. Varied materials and articulated facades create visual interest at human scale.
Community
Clearwater Project
Architecture responsive to the natural landscape of the North Thompson region. Designed to serve and complement its community setting.
Commercial
Airport Drive Office
A welcoming commercial facility with curved canopy entrance, glass curtain walls, and accessible design. Clean contemporary lines set against the Interior landscape.
Residential
Residential
Residential Design
Spaces shaped by how people actually live — with warmth, light, and purpose. Responsive to the BC Interior landscape, views, and the rhythm of the seasons.
Institutional
Institutional Facility
Public architecture that embodies transparency and accessibility, designed to serve civic functions with democratic openness.
Community
Nakusp Project
Community-focused design in the Kootenay region. Architecture that respects small-town character while meeting contemporary needs.
Mixed-Use
Hall Street — Nelson
Urban infill development on Hall Street in Nelson. A sensitive approach to density that complements the heritage streetscape.
Government
Government
Government Facility
Public architecture designed with transparency and lasting value. Civic buildings that serve their communities with dignity and functional excellence.
Multifamily Housing
Rutland Development
A multifamily housing development fostering community while providing privacy. Thoughtful unit layouts, shared amenity spaces, and contextual massing.
Community
Kekylyek Community Centre
A culturally inspired gathering space blending traditional roundhouse elements with modern construction. Designed in collaboration with the community it serves.
Residential
Residential
Townhome Development
Craftsman-style attached townhomes with individual garages, private balconies, and varied earth-tone façades. Density with character and livability.
Multifamily Housing
Rutland Housing
Multi-story residential designed for the growing Rutland community — balancing density with livability and neighbourhood context.
Commercial
Commercial Office
Professional office architecture with clean lines and a welcoming presence. Designed for both functionality and street-level engagement.
Institutional
Community Facility
Architecture shaped by its community purpose — functional, welcoming, and built to last. Designed with careful attention to accessibility and civic presence.
Principal
Architect AIBC, MRAIC
With over thirty years of professional practice and more than twenty-five years based in Kamloops, Richard Hunter brings a rare depth of experience and local understanding to every project. His career has encompassed residential, commercial, governmental, and institutional work — a breadth that informs a nuanced, cross-disciplinary approach to design.
Richard founded the current practice building on the legacy of Owen Hunter Architects Inc., carrying forward a tradition of thoughtful, human-centred design. His philosophy is straightforward: architecture should serve people first. Every design decision — from site orientation to material selection — is evaluated through the lens of human experience.
Specializing in multifamily housing, school and institutional projects, and governmental and commercial work, Richard has guided projects representing over $200 million in completed value. His sustained commitment to Kamloops and the BC Interior ensures that each project is informed by an intimate knowledge of place, climate, and community.
Memberships
Specializations
Our Team
A dedicated team of architects, technologists, and support staff with a combined 127 years of experience — committed to designing places for people.
K. Richard Hunter
Principal
Architect AIBC, MRAIC
38 years experience
Jordan Jones
Architect
Architect AIBC, MRAIC
8 years experience
Mathew Rodrigues
Intern Architect
Intern Architect AIBC
5 years experience
Heather Barrington
CADD Tech
CADD Technologist
22 years experience
Kristian Helmer
CADD Tech
CADD Technologist
20 years experience
Dennis Owen
CADD Tech
CADD Technologist
8 years experience
Janna De Witte
Administration
Administrative Assistant
26 years experience
Recognition
Three decades of sustained practice across residential, commercial, governmental, and institutional sectors. A body of work built on trust, collaboration, and a commitment to the communities we serve.
1993
Established
Kamloops
Home Base
BC Interior
Region Served
Testimonials
We measure success not just by the buildings we complete, but by the lasting relationships we build with the communities, organizations, and individuals we serve.
"Richard Hunter's team designed two of our district's most important school facilities. Their understanding of educational environments — how students learn, how teachers need to work — is exceptional. The buildings are beautiful, functional, and have genuinely improved outcomes for our students and staff."
Dr. Sandra Whitfield
Superintendent, School District No. 73 (Kamloops–Thompson)
"Working with Richard Hunter Architect on our new community recreation centre was a pleasure from start to finish. They navigated complex municipal requirements with ease, stayed on budget, and delivered a building that the entire community is proud of. Their local knowledge made all the difference."
Mark Tessier
Capital Projects Manager, City of Vernon
"We've partnered with RHA on three multifamily projects now, and each one has exceeded expectations. Their designs maximize livable space without sacrificing aesthetics, and they understand the practical realities of construction timelines and budgets. They're our go-to firm for housing in the Interior."
David Anand
Principal, Anand Development Group — Kamloops
"Richard and his team brought genuine compassion to our supportive housing project. They listened to our residents, understood the unique needs of people experiencing vulnerability, and designed spaces filled with dignity, warmth, and natural light. This building is changing lives."
Colleen Fraser
Executive Director, Interior Community Services — Merritt
"The renovation and expansion of our community hall was handled with incredible care. Richard Hunter's team respected the heritage character of the original building while creating modern, accessible spaces that serve our growing community beautifully. Professional from day one."
Janet Cormack
Board Chair, Nelson & District Community Complex Society
Contact
Whether you're in the early stages of planning or ready to begin, we welcome the opportunity to discuss your project. Every great building begins with a conversation.
Telephone
(250) 372-8845Office
#500 – 153 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC V2C 2C7
Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM