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 in core sectors including
public safety, higher education, laboratory, commercial, and residential design.
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 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. We employ three LEED-accredited professionals and have completed five LEED Silver-certified projects across Maine. Many of our clients also benefit from rebate incentives through Efficiency Maine.
Firm principals Andrew Hyland and Lita Semaru 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.
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News & Recognition
We're proud of our work and the positive impact our projects have in the community. Here's a look at recent news featuring Port City Architecture:
New Public Safety & Municipal Facilities
$6M fire station, building demolition top June ballot
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- Source: Harpswell Anchor
- Year: 2025
Washington County Public Safety Facility Nears Completion
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- Source: News Center Maine
- Year: 2025
Harpswell Fire & Rescue Departments Consider Central Station
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- Source: The Harpswell Anchor
- Year: 2024
Chebeague Island Considering New Fire/Rescue Building
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- Source: The Portland Press Herald
- Year: 2024
Rumford Fire Station Funding Gets Voters' Approval
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- Source: Sun Journal
- Year: 2022
Augusta Police Station Design Unveiled
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- Source: Kennebec Journal
- Year: 2021
- Additional Link: Spectrum News Link
York ME Town Hall Expansion Design Unveiled
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- Source: Seacoastonline.com
- Year: 2021
Construction Begins on Yarmouth's New Public Safety Building
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- Source: Landry French Construction
- Year: 2020
Berwick Fire Station Project Moving Forward
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- Source: fosters.com
- Year: 2017
Sanford Council Gets Look at Proposed Design for Police Station
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- Source: fosters.com
- Year: 2008
Commercial & Institutional Projects
Saco Sees Windfall in Route 1 Development
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- Source: Mainebiz
- Year: 2024
Workforce Housing Proposal in Falmouth Heads to Planning Board
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- Source: Mainebiz
- Year: 2024
University of Maine at Orono – Bear's Den Renovation
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- Source: Foodservice Equipment Reports Magazine
- Year: 2017
- Additional Link: LTI, Inc. - Bear's Den Dining Hall Renovation
Salt Pump Climbing Co. Completed
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- Source: New England Real Estate Journal
- Year: 2015
University of New England: Oral Health Center
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- Source: Spaces4Learning
- Year: 2014
- Additional Link: Allied Cook Construction
Dockside Grill (Falmouth, ME)
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- Source: Zachau Construction
Other Mentions & Community Engagement
Most Innovative Public Safety & Commercial Architecture Practice 2024 – Northeast USA
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- Source: BUILD magazine
- Year: 2024
Port City Architecture’s Lita Anne Semrau on Appreciating the Design Process
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- Source: Maine Home + Design
- Year: 2017