About Port City Architecture | Maine-Based Sustainable Architects

Since 1989, Port City Architecture has delivered high-performing architectural solutions that balance Form, Function, and Financial value.

Our commitment to these guiding principles has earned the trust of clients across five core sectors:

Our holistic, client-focused approach results in architecture that supports people, performance, and purpose. From early research and conceptual design through construction monitoring, we collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to deliver spaces that meet real-world needs with lasting value.


Sustainability by Design

Sustainability is integral to our practice. As long-time members of the U.S. Green Building Council (since 2001), we design energy-efficient, environmentally responsible buildings that reduce operational costs and promote occupant well-being.

  • 3 LEED-accredited professionals on staff
  • 5 LEED Silver-certified projects completed across Maine
  • Active rebate incentive integration through Efficiency Maine

Firm principals Andrew Hyland and Lita Semrau have both served in leadership roles on the board of the Maine chapter of the USGBC—reinforcing our role as a trusted voice in sustainable and community-centered design.


News & Recognition

Recent press coverage and project milestones for Port City Architecture:

Public Safety & Municipal Facilities
$6M fire station, building demolition top June ballot
Harpswell Anchor (2025) • Read Article →

New Washington County Public Safety Facility to Open
News Center Maine (2025) • Read Article →

Franklin County Emergency Operations Center Receives Federal & ARPA Funding
Lewiston Sun Journal (2024) • Read Article →

Harpswell Fire and Rescue Departments Gaze into an Uncertain Future
The Harpswell Anchor (2024) • Read Article →

Proposed Augusta Police Station Designed to Withstand 500-Year Flood
Spectrum News (2022) • Read Article →

Residential, Commercial & Institutional
Rare Condominium Project in Falmouth Aims to Provide Homes to Workforce Earners
Mainebiz (2026) • Read Article →

NBT Bank Opens First Maine Retail Branch in Portland
Mainebiz (2026) • Read Article →

Falmouth Workforce Housing Project Gets Final Green Light
The Portland Press Herald (2025) • Read Article →

Historic Building on UNE's Portland Campus Will Get Makeover for Bookstore
Mainebiz (2026) • Read Article →


We take pride in being certified members of

AIA Member
USGBC Member
MEREDA Member
APPA Member

Services:

Master Planning

Project Planning & Feasibility Studies

Programming building functions

ADA & Life Safety Code Review

Permitting & Community Outreach

Cost Estimating

Project Design & Engineering

Construction Document Preparation

Construction Administration

General Architectural Consulting

Awards:

Fire Chief Magazine
Saco Fire Station, Saco Maine

College Planning & Management Magazine
University of New England, Portland Campus

American School & University Magazine
University of New England, Biddeford Campus