Hanson Fine Building builds lasting structures and relationships in the Philadelphia region, using the tools of honesty, integrity, and collaboration. We pursue opportunities at the intersection of historic preservation and energy efficient construction. We lead our practice with five CRISP core values:

Clarity: We align expectations at every step of the process.
Resilience: Our buildings and business withstand change through flexibility.
Integrity: We’re deeply committed to accountability in all relationships.
Stewardship: We care about the built and natural environment.
Purpose: We set and maintain high standards and deliver what we promise.

Hanson Fine Building, Inc. specializes in construction management for fine renovations, custom additions, sustainable new construction, and historic preservation for homes and structures in Greater Philadelphia. Established in 1986, Hanson Fine Building manages all phases of construction, including demolition, concrete and masonry, mechanical systems, and framing and finish carpentry.

Our team of construction project managers has deep, long-term relationships with established subcontractors in all building trades, including specialty woodworkers and artisans capable of executing demanding finish details and fabricators and installers of the latest Passive House systems. We approach each job with clear communication, effective problem-solving, and sensitivity to the building’s characteristics and context. We make personalized service and customer satisfaction our very highest priorities.

The Hanson portfolio includes projects recognized for craftsmanship, preservation, quality, and sustainability with awards from the American Institute of Architects, Docomomo-US, HOUZZ, Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia, Preservation Pennsylvania, Remodeling magazine, Residential Architect magazine, and the Urban Land Institute of Philadelphia.

We have worked on several of the area’s significant landmarks, including Andalusia, the country estate of Nicholas Biddle; Beth Sholom Synagogue in Elkins Park, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright; several houses of Boat House Row; historic Fort Mifflin; historic Bartram’s Garden; and the Athenaeum of Philadelphia. We are proud to have built multiple PHIUS-certified Passive Houses, including Philadelphia’s first certified single-family house.