History

100th Anniversary of The Elk Tower

This year marks the 100-year anniversary of Sacramento’s iconic Elks Tower, a landmark that has stood tall through a century of change in the city’s downtown core. As Sacramento has evolved, the tower has remained a constant reminder that thoughtful…

Legacy in Motion: Nacht & Lewis’ Role in Sacramento’s Architecture, Film, and Cultural Identity

Legacy and architecture are closely linked, both shaping the culture and environments around them. Architecture and design create spaces that help define the cities and communities they exist in. They tell a story. Over time, they become part of what…

Shaping The Future of Education

Nacht & Lewis has been designing educational facilities for over a century. With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we have consistently pushed the boundaries of innovative solutions and design excellence. Our commitment to creating exceptional learning environments is…

Hemmings’ Hidden Files

As we approach our 100-year anniversary it is a great time to reflect on some of the historic drawings our firm has accumulated over the years. These Sacramento projects hold a great historical significance to our firm. However, they are…

Leonard F. Starks and His Watercolors

Leonard F. Starks and His Watercolors

Leonard F. Starks was the original founder of Nacht & Lewis in 1922. Here’s a brief spotlight on our founder and his love for watercolor painting.  As one of the leading architects in Sacramento throughout the 1920’s, up until his…