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Cruising into Jail Construction
In November of last year, I had the pleasure of taking a vacation on a cruise ship to the Caribbean. It was a wonderful experience and I had a great time! With all of that free time and a rested…
A Warm Welcome to Nacht & Lewis
As we ring in the new year, we warmly welcome a group of new faces to the team at Nacht & Lewis. In the coming months, we hope you have an opportunity to meet our newest staff members because we think they…
Staff Spotlight: Chris Flatt
This month, we would like to introduce you to Chris Flatt, a Senior Project Architect at Nacht & Lewis! 1. What is your job at Nacht & Lewis and how long have you been doing it? I am Senior Project Architect…
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…
The New Benchmark in Sustainable Design
In college, we referred to sustainable design strategies as “passive solar”- a means of “living lightly with the earth.” In 1993, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) was founded. The USGBC introduced the LEED program, which stands for Leadership in…
Buildings for Change
In our 93 year history, the tools have changed but our commitment to advancing the practice has remained. “At Nacht & Lewis, the doorway to the main floor is framed by two distinct pieces of art. One was a drawing…
Learning to Learn
With firms once again hiring, the landscape for architectural firms emerging from the recession is reminiscent of that following the recession in the early 2000’s. There has been an exodus of experienced professionals due to layoffs or by choice, many…
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…
Staff Spotlight: DeAnn Splinter
Keeping the puzzle pieces together is her game, DeAnn Splinter is her name! Meet DeAnn, a wonderful Project Manager here at Nacht & Lewis. 1. What is your job at Nacht & Lewis and how long have you been doing it?…
Earth Day in Sacramento!
For 45 years now, human beings around the world have been gathering to celebrate planet Earth on April 22nd. According to Wikipedia, “Earth Day is an annual event, celebrated on April 22, on which day events worldwide are held to…
Touring the Sacramento County 911 Communications Center
The Sacramento Convention Center was host to the 2015 Western Regional Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) Annual Conference last week. Serving as the largest public safety communications association in the world, the conference offered Communications professionals an opportunity to see vendors…
Staff Spotlight: Stephanie Young
Say hello to Stephanie Young, our Accounting Assistant! 1. What is your job at Nacht & Lewis and how long have you been doing it? My position at Nacht & Lewis is the Accounting Assistant and I have been with…
Allan Hancock’s New Industrial Technology Project
Nacht & Lewis recently completed a Design-Build project* with Flint Builders for Allan Hancock College. The project was to expand and improve space for the college’s existing industrial technology programs and relocate, replace and upgrade to the college’s varsity baseball, soccer, football and track venues….
Staff Spotlight: Andrew McPherson
Our first Staff Spotlight of the year kicks off with Andrew McPherson, Director of Design and Vice President. 1. What is your job at Nacht & Lewis and how long have you been doing it? 24.5 years. I started as…
Staff Spotlight: Bobbi Dougherty
Up next for our November Staff Spotlight we have Bobbi Dougherty, Controller. Enjoy! 1. What is your job at Nacht & Lewis and how long have you been doing it? I am the Controller and have been here for 4.5 years….
Staff Spotlight: Jinnelle Fong
Hello October and hello Jinnelle Fong, a Senior Design Technician at Nacht & Lewis. 1. What is your job at Nacht & Lewis and how long have you been doing it? I’m a Senior Design Tech. I’ve been working here…
So, You Want to Be an Architect?
Despite both of my parents being in the healthcare industry (Mother an RN, Father an Acupuncturist), I knew without a doubt that I was interested in becoming an architect as early as the age of fourteen. Let’s be honest, it’s…
Canstruction at the AIACV Experience Architecture Week
It’s that time again folks – the American Institute of Architects, Central Valley Chapter (AIACV) is knee-deep in planning for the upcoming Experience Architecture Week. The 10-day celebration, starting October 10th, was created to facilitate greater transparency with the public in…
Staff Spotlight: Michael Corrick
Up next for our August Staff Spotlight we have Michael Corrick, President and Principal-in-Charge. Enjoy! 1. What is your job at Nacht & Lewis and how long have you been doing it? As President, I’m responsible for providing leadership, management…
New Natomas Gateways Middle School Grand Opening
On August 7, 2014, Nacht & Lewis was honored to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening for the new Natomas Gateways Middle School (NGMS), the newest middle school in the Natomas Unified School District. Hundreds of community members, parents,…
A Trip Back in Time – Exploring the Legacy of Nacht & Lewis
Our firm has a rich history in Sacramento, which is no surprise after being in business for 92 years. With the legacy of our name, we take great pride in understanding and honoring some of the architectural gems from the…
Design-Build for California State Funded Detention Facilities
Counties throughout California are leveraging state funding provided under legislative bills AB900 and SB1022 for detention facility projects. While the opportunities are ample, Counties are faced with the struggle of balancing the up-front expenses and selecting the appropriate delivery methods…
The Art Hack at HackerLab
Outside of our “day” jobs, my husband, Justin Wood, and I love to explore a variety of artistic endeavors. One of which is an installation we are working on right now at the HackerLab in Midtown Sacramento with Gina Lujan and Eric Ullrich. We…
Inside the City of Sacramento’s 911 Dispatch & Training Facility
Nacht & Lewis designed a state-of-the-art 911 Dispatch & Training facility for the City of Sacramento. Since opening in 2006, the facility has remained flexible for all of the City’s essential services needs, consistently supports both the staff who work…