Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Design Services in Sacramento, CA
Nacht & Lewis is a design firm rooted in Sacramento's history, with over a century of experience delivering innovative architectural solutions. Founded in 1922, we specialize in accessibility, civic, education, healthcare, justice, and public safety projects across Northern California and the Central Valley. Our collaborative approach combines visualization technologies with stakeholder input to create community-enriching designs. With a legacy of leadership and client-focused service, we maintain a reputation for integrity and excellence.Our team of certified specialists and licensed architects provides facility evaluations, peer reviews, and compliance consulting. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, problem-solving expertise, and ability to exceed expectations. Active in local organizations like AIA and DBIA, we blend technical proficiency with community understanding to deliver projects that balance functionality and aesthetics.
Services
Accessibility Design
Facility Evaluations
Peer Reviews
Strategic Planning
Community Outreach
Sustainability Consultation
Construction Administration
Details
- Year established: 1922
Highlights and features
- We have 103 years of architectural design experience in Sacramento
- Our team includes Certified Access Specialists and licensed architects
- We employ a solutions-based approach with visualization technologies
- We maintain active involvement in professional organizations like AIA and DBIA
- We consistently exceed client expectations with timely, quality deliverables
Associations and certifications
- Certified Access Specialist (CASp)
- LEED
What people say
Exceptional level of support
Timely delivery on complex projects
Understanding complex systems
Lead the way in California
Professional and prompt service
Services
Accessibility Design
Our accessibility design services transform non-compliant buildings through cost-effective alterations that meet regulatory requirements. We provide Certified Access Specialist (CASp) evaluations and peer review services to ensure ADA compliance. By exploring multiple design options, we balance accessibility needs with budget constraints and project timelines for both public and private sector clients.
Strategic Planning
We establish comprehensive project frameworks through vision building and stakeholder analysis. Our strategic planning includes code advocacy, feasibility studies, and master planning to align projects with organizational goals. By identifying operational drivers and conducting site analyses, we create phased implementation plans that optimize long-term value for educational, healthcare, and civic institutions.
Facility Evaluations
Our certified professionals conduct detailed facility evaluations to identify compliance gaps and structural requirements. Services include as-built drawing validation, building investigations, and risk assessments for accessibility and safety standards. These evaluations form the basis for renovation plans that address both immediate needs and long-term sustainability requirements for public safety and healthcare facilities.
Community Outreach
We facilitate community consensus through structured outreach programs that introduce projects to local stakeholders. Our approach includes public meetings, educational campaigns, and feedback mechanisms to build support for civic and infrastructure projects. This collaborative process helps clients secure community buy-in while addressing concerns about public safety and environmental impact.
Sustainability Consultation
We integrate sustainable practices through LEED certification guidance and net-zero planning. Our consultation covers energy compliance, material selection, and carbon reduction strategies that meet Cal Green and Title 24 standards. By analyzing life cycle costs and system efficiencies, we help clients achieve environmental goals without compromising project budgets or functional requirements.
People
Don Wiley
CEO, Dignity Health
As Dignity Health's CEO, Don Wiley commends Nacht & Lewis for exceptional project support and innovative design solutions that enhance healthcare environments while meeting strict regulatory requirements.
Leland Roberts
Project Manager, Administrative Office of the Courts
Leland Roberts praises Nacht & Lewis for their timely delivery, collaborative approach, and expertise in complex court facility projects that require specialized design considerations.
Questions
What architectural services does Nacht & Lewis specialize in?
We specialize in accessibility design, civic projects, education facilities, healthcare buildings, justice facilities, and public safety infrastructure across Northern California.
How long has Nacht & Lewis been in business?
Since 1922, we've provided architectural services in Sacramento, making us one of the region's longest-established design firms with over a century of experience.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Sacramento, we serve clients throughout Northern California and the Central Valley, with completed projects in diverse communities across these regions.
How do you collaborate with clients during projects?
We use a solutions-based approach with regular stakeholder meetings, visualization technologies, and open communication channels to ensure client needs guide every design decision.
What certifications do your team members hold?
Our team includes Certified Access Specialists (CASp) and licensed architects who maintain professional affiliations with organizations like AIA, DBIA, and CHPS.
How do you handle complex public safety projects?
We combine technical expertise with community understanding to create secure environments that balance safety requirements with human-centered design principles for justice facilities.
