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23 Years
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Trusted Architecture & Engineering Solutions in the Pacific
Founded in 2003, AEPAC began with a focus on historic preservation and has grown into a full-service architecture, engineering, and construction firm. Our team of licensed professionals brings over 20 years of cross-cultural experience delivering complex projects throughout the Pacific and coastal regions. We specialize in innovative, sustainable, and scientifically grounded solutions that honor the past while building for the future. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures technical expertise in architecture, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, electrical engineering, plumbing engineering, LEED design, and interior design. With extensive experience on Department of Defense and federal projects, we consistently deliver work on time and within budget.Our commitment to interdisciplinary coordination, prompt feedback, and strategic involvement of subject matter experts ensures project milestones are met. We serve clients across the Pacific region, including Hawaii, California, Washington D.C., and Guam, offering services in construction management, design-build, and environmental compliance. Our leadership in historic preservation is exemplified by our teams expertise in Section 106 compliance, historic tax credits, and cultural resource management. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. Our proven protocols and flexible resources allow us to scale teams efficiently, ensuring each project receives the focus and expertise it requires.
Services
Architecture
Engineering
Construction Project Management
Historic Preservation
Environmental Projects
Archaeology & Cultural Management
Design-Build Construction
Construction Management
LEED Design
Interior Design
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Award-Winning Expertise in Historic Preservation
- Woman-Owned Small Business
- LEED AP Certified for Sustainable Design
- 36 CFR 61 SOI Qualified Historic Architect on Staff
- Over 20 Years of Cross-Cultural Experience in the Pacific
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP Certified
- 36 CFR 61 SOI Qualified Historic Architect
Services
Architecture
AEPACs architecture services combine technical expertise with cultural sensitivity, delivering innovative designs that meet modern needs while preserving historical integrity. Our team specializes in federal projects, ensuring compliance with strict regulations and sustainability standards. Clients benefit from interdisciplinary coordination and a commitment to on-time, on-budget delivery.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in historic preservation, offering Section 106 compliance, rehabilitation, and tax credit consulting. Our team includes SOI Qualified Historic Architects who ensure projects honor cultural heritage while meeting modern standards. Services include historic structure reports, adaptive reuse, and mitigation of adverse effects on historic properties.
Construction Management
AEPAC provides comprehensive construction management, from preconstruction planning to project completion. Our team ensures quality control, safety compliance, and efficient coordination of contractors and suppliers. With expertise in remote locations, we deliver complex projects on time and within budget for federal and private clients.
Environmental Solutions
Our environmental services include regulatory compliance, remediation, and GIS surveying. AEPAC-HIES JV offers scientifically sound solutions for hazardous material management, invasive species monitoring, and environmental outreach. We support federal, state, and commercial clients with cost-effective, sustainable practices.
Archaeology & Cultural Management
AEPACs archaeology team provides cultural resource management, including site surveys, compliance documentation, and burial treatment. Led by a nationally recognized Chief Archaeologist, we ensure projects adhere to federal and state laws while preserving historical and cultural heritage through expert analysis and reporting.
People
Lorraine Minatoishi
President & CEO
Dr. Minatoishi holds a Doctorate of Engineering from Waseda University and over two decades of experience in historic preservation. She leads AEPACs strategic vision, applying cultural sensitivity and code compliance to complex projects. Her expertise in federal undertakings ensures successful project delivery.
Angelica Terrazas
Managing Director
Angelica Terrazas excels in federal procurement and program management, ensuring compliance with government requirements. Her stakeholder relationship-building and project coordination skills drive AEPACs success in meeting budget and timeline goals for complex initiatives.
Alan Downer
Chief Archaeologist
Dr. Downer, a nationally recognized leader in archaeology, brings over four decades of experience in cultural resource management. Formerly with the Hawaii State Historic Preservation Division, he ensures AEPACs projects integrate archaeological insights with regulatory compliance.
Natalie Besl
Architectural Historian
Natalie Besl specializes in cultural resource management and historic tax credit projects. With nine years of experience, she prepares Section 106 compliance documentation and develops strategies balancing regulatory needs with project goals.
Roy Robins
Director of Construction
A US Army Combat Veteran with 25 years of military service, Robins oversees AEPACs construction capabilities. His expertise in project management and familiarity with DoD requirements enable efficient, turnkey design-build solutions.
Questions
What services does AEPAC offer?
AEPAC provides architecture, engineering, construction management, historic preservation, environmental compliance, and archaeology services for federal and private clients across the Pacific region.
Is AEPAC a certified small business?
Yes, AEPAC is a Woman-Owned Small Business committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in all our projects.
How does AEPAC handle historic preservation projects?
We employ SOI Qualified Historic Architects and follow Section 106 compliance, ensuring cultural heritage is preserved while meeting modern regulatory standards.
Can AEPAC manage projects in remote locations?
Yes, our team has extensive experience executing projects in remote Pacific regions, leveraging established relationships and logistical expertise.
What certifications does AEPAC hold?
AEPAC holds LEED AP certification and 36 CFR 61 SOI Qualified Historic Architect credentials, ensuring high standards in sustainability and preservation.
