Resilient Versatile Beautiful
An architecture firm + consulting practice rooted in the Passive House method and low-carbon living.
yarrow
Yarrow is a prairie plant that can resist pests, drought, and wildfire.
It is also a beautiful wildflower that benefits pollinators, and it has been used for centuries in many cultures for its multiple, medicinal properties.
The yarrow plant holds qualities we value and expect in our architecture.
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Design That Performs
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![Four textured rectangular material samples: weathered steel on the top, three types of wood siding below in cream, rich grey/brown, and charcoal]()
Beautiful + Durable Materials
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![Airtight building warning sign on wood framing, instructing workers not to drill or cut airtight membranes and to report penetrations.]()
Build Better Buildings
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![Bright modern white kitchen with a large island, sleek cabinetry, light wood, blue backsplash, and floor-to-ceiling windows.]()
Build Only What You Need
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![Upward view of an industrial steel slatted walkway structure with sunlight and blue sky.]()
Creative Material Use
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![Modern home with a skylight, sleek cabinetry, and a large window overlooking trees in the distance]()
Realize The Dream
Exceptional
Professionalism and Care
Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota and founded by Marcy Conrad Nutt, a licensed architect in the state of Minnesota, AIA, Certified Passive House Designer (iPHA), LEED AP with 25 years of architecture experience in residential, commercial and institutional projects.
Committed to a Low-Carbon Building Future
Member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Signatory of the AIA 2030 Commitment
Member of the International Passive House Association (iPHA), Passive House Network, and Passive House Minnesota.
