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Nest Architecture, Inc

Residential Building Type:
  • Single-family home
  • Multi-family residential
  • ADU
Project size:
  • 2000 sq ft or Less
  • 2001 sq ft to 5000 sq ft
  • 5001 sq ft or More

Sustainability Expertise & Credentials

Sustainability Expertise: Yes
Sustainability Expertise & Credentials:

We create high-performance architecture rooted in sustainability. Strategic window orientation ensures abundant daylight without glare, paired with solar energy and low-carbon materials—showcasing how thoughtful design delivers comfort, beauty, and energy independence. Check out our award winning net zero house on our website.

Fire Resiliency Experience: Yes
Fire Resiliency Experience Details:

Our team has extensive experience designing in California’s fire hazard regions, where careful planning is essential. We draw on insights from fire projection analysts and incorporate Class A fire-resistant materials to help mitigate exposure. This knowledge allows us to provide informed, site-sensitive solutions that address the realities of wildfire-prone landscapes while supporting safe, enduring, and beautiful places to live.

Nest Architecture Inc. was founded in 1995 by Kip Kelly, AIA, whose passion for blending beauty, function, and innovation has shaped the firm’s vision for over 25 years. Shaped by his studies at UC Berkeley’s prestigious College of Environmental Design, Kip was inspired by legendary architects like Joseph Esherick and Bernard Maybeck, whose work emphasized architecture as both an art Read more...