Ryan
Minar

AIA

NCARB

Architect

Ryan joined Hughes Associates in 2026 and brings substantial K-12 education experience. Ryan is skilled in creating high-quality conceptual images, enjoys connecting with all kinds of clients, and is an asset to every project he works on. Ryan earned his Bachelor of Architecture from Virginia Tech.

Ryan came to Hughes Associates after spending 6 months hiking the Appalachian Trail with his now fiancĂ©. He’s part of the Roanoke Valley Trail Runners, Roanoke Valley Gem and Mineral Society, a Freemason at Monroe Lodge 301, a member of the American Poolplayers Association, and plans to join the Roanoke Appalachian Trail Club to help out with trail maintenance. When he eventually makes his way indoors, he enjoys watching movies and cooking with his fiancĂ©.