F I R M D E S C R I P T I O N
murakami/Nelson has been in continuous practice since 1955 and is one of the oldest established
architectural firms in the East Bay. Our projects have included urban planning, new buildings, adaptive re
-use, historic preservation, programming, space planning, and tenant improvements. We welcome projects
that have complex programs, present unique design challenges, and are committed to sustainable design.
Michael T. Murakami, AIA
Principal
Education: University of California, Berkeley, B.Arch
Registration: Architect (CA)
John Nelson, AIA
Principal - Retired
Education: Syracuse University, BA, M.Arch
Registration: Architect (CA), LEED AP
Jean Rubsamen
Business Manager
Education: JFK University
Lorna Dare, Associate
Education: University of California, Berkeley, BA Arch
Registration: Architect (CA), LEED AP
Kevin Chang
Education: University of California, Berkeley, BA Arch
Kelley Hess
Education: University of California, Los Angeles, BA Arch,
Harvard University, M.Arch, Columbia University, MFA
