Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in Kirkland, WA
Founded in 1974, Nash Architects has been delivering award-winning architectural solutions across the Pacific Northwest for nearly five decades. Our firm specializes in creating custom homes, vacation retreats, multi-family developments, and neighborhood designs that reflect both client vision and site-specific opportunities. With a focus on personalized service, we prioritize open communication throughout every project phasefrom initial concept to final construction documentation. Our team brings deep expertise in navigating zoning regulations, market demands, and budgetary considerations while maintaining a commitment to functional, aesthetically-driven design.Recognized as Best Architect 2024, we combine creative problem-solving with technical precision to transform ideas into exceptional built environments. Our portfolio demonstrates versatility across styles, from modern mountain lodges to traditional craftsman residences, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse client needs.
Services
Custom Home Design
Resort Design
Production Housing
Multi-Family Projects
Neighborhood Design
Special Projects
Architectural Plans
Site Analysis
Design Development
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We have 49 years of experience in architectural design and project execution.
- Our team provides personalized service tailored to each project's unique needs.
- We specialize in diverse project types including custom homes and multi-family developments.
- Our award-winning designs integrate creative vision with technical precision.
- We maintain open communication with clients throughout the entire design process.
Services
Custom Home Design
Our custom home design process begins with client consultations to understand lifestyle needs and aesthetic preferences. We conduct site visits to integrate natural features into architectural plans, ensuring homes balance functionality and beauty. Through schematic sketches, design development, and construction documentation, we maintain clear communication to meet budget and vision requirements.
Resort Design
We create resort and vacation homes designed for comfort and entertainment, featuring open-concept living spaces and outdoor areas that maximize scenic views. Our designs incorporate functional layouts for hosting guests while maintaining a 'home away from home' atmosphere. Projects include mountain lodges, contemporary cottages, and Mediterranean-style retreats.
Production Housing
Our production housing services analyze zoning regulations, market demands, and budget constraints to develop home designs for local and national builders. We create plan portfolios that cater to consumer preferences across various styles and price points, ensuring scalability while maintaining architectural integrity across the Pacific Northwest.
Multi-Family Projects
We specialize in high-density multi-family solutions, including townhome complexes and apartment buildings. Our designs optimize space efficiency while addressing community needs and regional aesthetics. With over 1,000 units designed in the Puget Sound region, we deliver functional, market-responsive developments.
Special Projects
Special projects showcase our versatility in tackling unconventional architectural challenges, from golf resort clubhouses to observatory-equipped bunkhouses. These projects demonstrate our ability to adapt design principles to unique client requirements while maintaining technical precision and creative innovation across diverse building types.
People
Gary Nash
Director Architect
Gary Nash founded Nash Architects in 1974 after earning his Master's in Architecture in 1972 and Washington state registration. With 49 years of experience, he has led commercial, institutional, and residential projects, emphasizing client collaboration and design excellence throughout his career.
Questions
What architectural services does Nash Architects offer?
We provide custom home design, resort/vacation home design, production housing, multi-family projects, and special projects across the Pacific Northwest.
How does your custom home design process work?
We begin with client consultations to understand needs, followed by site analysis, schematic sketches, design development, and construction documentation with continuous client communication.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the Pacific Northwest, with a focus on Washington state's Puget Sound region for residential and commercial projects.
How long has Nash Architects been in business?
Our firm has delivered architectural solutions since 1974, providing nearly five decades of design expertise and client-focused service.
What makes your resort designs unique?
We create functional vacation spaces that maximize views and outdoor living areas while maintaining residential comfort and aesthetic appeal across various architectural styles.
