Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in Kirkland
Nash Architects has been creating elegant architectural solutions in the Pacific Northwest since 1974. Our firm prioritizes personalized service, attention to detail, and creative vision across custom homes, resort properties, multi-family developments, and special projects. With over 49 years of experience, we maintain a collaborative approach, ensuring client needs align with site-specific qualities throughout the design process.Our work reflects a deep understanding of zoning regulations, market demands, and budget considerations while delivering functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. We take pride in designing over 1,000 multi-family units in the Puget Sound region and crafting unique projects that demonstrate our versatility across architectural styles.
Services
Custom Homes
Resort Design
Production Housing
Multi-Family Projects
Special Projects
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 49 years of architectural expertise in the Pacific Northwest
- Our team prioritizes personalized client communication throughout the design process
- We specialize in site-specific designs that integrate natural landscapes
- Our portfolio includes over 1,000 multi-family units in the Puget Sound region
- We maintain a collaborative approach with local and national builders
Services
Custom Homes
Our custom home design process begins with client consultations to understand lifestyle needs and aesthetic preferences. We conduct site visits to integrate natural landscapes with architectural plans, ensuring budget alignment throughout schematic sketches and final construction documents. This collaborative approach guarantees personalized spaces that reflect individual client visions.
Resort Design
We create functional resort homes optimized for entertaining and guest hosting. Our designs feature open-concept living areas, versatile outdoor spaces, and strategic layout planning that maximizes scenic views. Each project incorporates location-specific elements while maintaining the comfort and practicality of a home-away-from-home environment.
Production Housing
Our production housing expertise focuses on market-driven designs that balance zoning regulations with consumer preferences. We collaborate with local and national builders to develop plan portfolios across budget tiers, ensuring practical layouts and construction efficiency while maintaining aesthetic appeal for modern homebuyers.
Multi-Family Projects
We specialize in high-density design solutions that optimize space utilization while maintaining architectural integrity. Our townhome projects throughout the Puget Sound region demonstrate expertise in creating functional living spaces that meet market demands for accessibility, modern amenities, and sustainable development practices.
Special Projects
Our special projects showcase architectural versatility through unconventional designs like golf resort clubhouses and observatory-equipped bunkhouses. These projects demonstrate our ability to tackle unique challenges while maintaining functional aesthetics, proving our expertise extends beyond standard residential and commercial building types.
People
Gary Nash
Architect & Director
Gary Nash founded Nash Architects in 1974 after earning his Master's in Architecture and Washington state registration. With 49 years of experience, he oversees commercial, institutional, and residential projects, maintaining direct involvement in design and client relations.
Questions
What architectural services does Nash Architects offer?
We provide custom home design, resort/vacation home planning, production housing solutions, multi-family developments, and specialized architectural projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.
How long has Nash Architects been in business?
Nash Architects has delivered architectural solutions since 1974, with founder Gary Nash maintaining continuous involvement in the firm's projects for 49 years.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes the entire Pacific Northwest, with particular expertise in Kirkland, WA and the broader Puget Sound region for multi-family developments.
What makes your custom home design process unique?
Our process emphasizes direct client communication, site-specific integration, and budget-conscious planning. We maintain collaboration from initial concept through final construction documents to ensure client vision realization.
Can you work with production homebuilders?
Yes, we collaborate with local, regional, and national homebuilders to develop and maintain plan portfolios that balance market demands with practical construction solutions across all budget tiers.
