TEAM

Nathan St. Germain, AIA, CPHC, RESET® Air AP

Principal

Nathan St. Germain studied architecture at the New Jersey Institute of Technology and spent nearly a decade practicing in New York City. In 2012, Nathan moved to Pittsburgh, where he founded Studio St. Germain based on his philosophy of “Building to give back.” Since arriving in Pennsylvania, Nathan has established Studio St. Germain as a leader in high-performance building and progressive design. His interest in the relationship between architecture and the public good is reflected in a wide variety of projects that emphasize the environment, health, and comfort. His work is characterized by rigorous design, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to human values.

Nathan is a licensed architect in Pennsylvania and New York and is a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC) and a RESET Accredited Professional. His work has been recognized in numerous publications and has won multiple design and building awards. In addition, Nathan has participated in the Rockefeller 100 Resilient Cities Program and is a contributor to the Pittsburgh Climate Action Plan.

Benjamin Nahum, Assoc. AIA, CPHC

Architect I

A Pennsylvania native, Ben has worked for Studio St. Germain since 2017, applying his building-science expertise and his analytical skills to a wide range of high-performance projects, including 400 Beaver, the Sewickley Tavern, and the Greensburg Residence. As a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC), Ben also aspires to transcend sustainable principles by enriching lives through health and wellness elements.

Ben earned a Bachelor of Architecture from Pennsylvania State University, where he won the Stuckeman School Creative Achievement Award in 2021, along with Design Excellence Awards in 2019 and 2021. In 2019, Ben won the Arthur V.K. Anderson Jr. Award for academic excellence.

Hannah Kadrie, Assoc. AIA

Emerging Architectural Professional

Hannah Kadrie joined Studio St. Germain in 2026 with a strong foundation in sustainable design and community engagement. Since earning her Bachelor of Architecture from Pennsylvania State University—with a minor in Leadership in Sustainability—Hannah has gained valuable experience in adaptive reuse, residential design, and public space planning through internships with Building Ground Architecture and Riverlife in Pittsburgh.

Her academic background, which includes studies in Copenhagen, serves as a solid base for pursuing her interest in environmentally responsible and community-focused architecture, and her focus on sustainability aligns with our dedication to high-performance, human-centric design.

Carlos Z. Acevedo

Marketing and Communications

Carlos Acevedo has worked in several administrative capacities for architecture firms dating back to the 1990s, including Michael Graves and Associates. At Studio St. Germain, Carlos ensures that our message of sustainability, energy efficiency, and health is clearly and effectively presented.

He works closely with Nathan St. Germain on marketing strategies that highlight the unique personal, social, and environmental impact of high-performance buildings.