A successful business cannot be without the administrative staff that supports the everyday operations of our firm. There are a multitude of job functions that fall under administration. From tracking expenses to enhancing the client’s experience, these group of professionals…
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Recognition
Road to Becoming an Architect
Fall of 2007, I chose to go to University of Nebraska without a clear understanding of what I wanted to study. When enrolling into my first semester courses, I was afraid that I would never decide on a major and…
The Black Book
When Leonard Starks first started this firm 100 years ago, he kept a single “black book” that listed all of his projects. The book was recorded by Mr. Starks’ lifelong secretary, Bernice Garobotta. At the time, a typewrite was the…
Native American Heritage Month
Respecting the land that we design our built world upon is architects stand by, but those with indigenous heritage have a stronger history behind those beliefs. November is a time of reflection and gratitude, so this month is dedicated to…
Celebrating Firefighters
September was Firefighter Appreciation Month in California, October 2nd & 3rd was National Fallen Fire Fighters memorial, and this month is National Fire Prevention Month. We owe much to the women and men who have dedicated their lives to our…
Asian American Pacific Islander Architects
As Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage month comes to an end, we would like to pay tribute to the those who have made a great contribution to America’s architectural history. The month of May celebrates two significant milestones for…
Public Schools Week
Public Schools Create Limitless Dreams February 22, 2021 – February 26, 2021 is recognized as public schools week; we welcome you to join us in recognizing the importance of public schools. The public school systems has employed millions of full-time…
National Construction Appreciation Week
This week we recognize all the dedicated and resilient men and women in construction. In 2018, I Build America sought out to declare September 14-18, 2020 as the third annual National Construction Appreciation Week. There are roughly 700,000 construction companies…
In The Life of a Project Architect
The tasks of a Project Architect may vary day by day; it involves collaborating with clients, subconsultants, contractors, and colleagues on multiple projects. Each day, they are faced with addressing projects in different phases through creative thinking, planning and problem…
Pride Month – Celebrating Extraordinary Architects
Across many countries, Pride Month takes place in June and is a time to celebrate the accomplishments of all those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and any other gender/sexual fluidity. The list will continue to…
Get to Know the New Accessibility Market
Introducing A New Market My name is Eric Sifuentes, and I am excited to introduce the new market sector! As a Certified Access Specialist (CASp), subject matter expert and newly licensed architect, I will be leading the accessibility market. This…
2019 Staff Promotions
Congratulations to our team members! Chris Flatt | Associate Principal Stephanie Surigao | Project Coordinator Jackie Son | Marketing Coordinator
Celebrating Mike Corrick’s Retirement
As the year comes to an end, Mike Corrick will be retiring after 23 years with the firm. We hosted a celebration, in honor of his retirement at the Sutter Club with many of his colleagues.
January 2018 Staff Promotions
Congratulations are in order for our staff members who received promotions this month. Well done all! DeAnn Splinter – Senior Project Manager, Associate Principal Eric Sifuentes – Senior Project Coordinator, Associate Eric Tien – Senior Project Coordinator, Associate Julie Bettencourt…
2017 Staff Promotions
Congratulations to our team members! Mike Parrott | President Mike Smith | Associate Principal DeAnn Splinter | Associate Principal Lorenzo Lopez | Associate Principal Elizabeth Hawks McBride | Project Coordinator Yesenia Watkins | Senior Design Technician Rhonda Pettit | Director of Personnel Anthony Arroyo | Office…
Exciting Changes on Our Horizon
Nacht & Lewis has always taken great pride in the work we have done, valued the many clients we have had the pleasure to serve, appreciated the contributions of those who have worked here and will continue to do our…
2015 AIA Emerging Professionals Awards
Each year the American Institute of Architects California Chapter’s (AIACC) Academy for Emerging Professionals (AEP) hosts a program to honor those who contribute in assisting Emerging Professionals and their colleagues in pursuing their personal and professional goals through presenting awards to deserving…
Celebrating 25 Years at Nacht & Lewis
Nacht & Lewis is proud to recognize Andy McPherson, our Director of Design, for his 25 years of service to the firm. Andy joins an elite membership that includes among it Leonard Starks, Dan Nacht and Dick Lewis. Among Andy’s…