History
1983
1983
In 1983, Max Himmel founded the company, after some time spent building and selling wooden porch swings with an arched back and wooden cabinets from his backyard, before learning more about the greater needs of the commercial construction industry: doors.
1985
Two years later, Max began branching out of his comfort zone and started dabbling in framework. During this time, Himmel’s began to sell hollow metal frames, attempting to cater to all of our clients’ needs as a one-stop-shop.
1990
1993
After moving around to three separate locations, Max Himmel made the fourth location the official home of Himmel’s Architectural Doors & Hardware at 16491 Airline Highway in Prairieville, Louisiana. It still serves as Himmel’s Headquarters today.
Himmel’s became increasingly comfortable in our craft, branching out in other specialities, aside from doors and frames— including hardware, Division 10 accessories, bathroom partitions, and more.
2000
2005
Himmel’s started its installation and maintenance divisions to better serve the needs of all of our clients, solidifying our commitment to become a “one-stop-shop” where everything can be done seamlessly.
2008
Himmel’s created its own version of the Pre-Install process to make installation easier for our devoted clients. It ensures that your commercial door arrives in one cohesive package to the job-site.Learn more about pre-install
2010s
2012
Himmel’s expanded from the Prairieville location, opening a second branch in New Orleans, off Tulane Ave, which helped spur our growth in the New Orleans market. It has since moved from its original location in NOLA to a new one in Elmwood.
2016
As we continued to grow our business, there was a major transition in leadership, with Chad and Jay Himmel taking over the business as co-presidents. We purchased a new facility at 5500 Jefferson Hwy to support the New Orleans & surrounding areas. It was this flagship building that would create a model for all future Himmel's locations.
2018
Himmel’s enters the Houston market— merely two years after the shift in upper management with Jay and Chad Himmel taking over the company from their father Max.
2019
Next up.....Tennessee.....planning begins on continuing our expansion into our newest market.
By the Fall of 2020, we were officially open for business and ready to serve our new friends in Nashville, TN.
2020s
Jay was dedicated to expanding Himmel's brand by building a team focused on customer service, innovation, culture, and ongoing education. He developed a process-driven model for all roles and facilities to enhance efficiencies, making Himmel's a valuable partner for all clients. Himmel's continued its growth across the Southeast United States with new model facilities in Nashville, TN, and Houston, TX, while attracting top talent nationwide.
Today
Today, Himmel's Architectural Door and Hardware stands as the leading supplier of architectural doors, frames, and hardware across the southern region. With the opening of our Dallas location in 2025, we now operate five locations — including two in Texas — supported by a record number of team members. This continued growth reflects our unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship, trusted partnerships, and delivering best-in-class service to architects, contractors, and building owners throughout the South.
our mission
Dedicate our lives to inspiring our employees, our guests, and the members of our community in their mission to fulfill their dreams.