Hyland Fisher - Architect

Hyland Fisher - Architect I am an Architect, registered in the state of California, creating sustainable and beautiful residences, commercial projects, and remodels.

I design buildings that serve the client's needs and are energy and resource efficient. Architecture is in my blood. My grandfather, Louis McLane Fisher, was a graduate of the Princeton School of Architecture and a partner in the Fisher, Nes, Campbell & Associates architecture firm in Baltimore, Maryland. My father worked in construction and I spent many after school hours at building sites. Not s

urprisingly, I have been interested in building, design, and Architecture as far back as I can remember. I have also been working towards sustainability since high school, when I helped organize my school’s first Earth Day. I chose to combine my passions by committing to sustainable Architecture in order to have a positive impact on our community, and natural and built environments. I have over fourteen years of experience in the architecture and construction industries, and have worked with several architecture firms in northern California since 2001. As a result, I have been involved with a broad spectrum of projects, from minor house remodels to large commercial and multi-family developments. I have worked in almost every architectural style imaginable and with construction budgets ranging from very small to very large. Please take a look at my Portfolio. I choose sustainable, or “green,” products when available and have extensive experience with structural insulated panel (SIPs) building design and detailing. I specialize in sustainability; emphasizing low-toxicity, energy efficiency, resource efficiency, and new construction technologies. I find that Building Green is a useful, time-tested resource for products and materials. I enjoy working with clients and am inspired by the unique way each person lives. I enjoy the challenges that come with each project, whether that challenge be budget, site constraints, jurisdictional restrictions, or innovative building materials. I find that each challenge (i.e., opportunity) helps guide the design to what is ultimately right for the occupant.

Upper Miocene residence just passed floor framing inspection and walls are going up. Note the v***r barrier in the vente...
06/03/2026

Upper Miocene residence just passed floor framing inspection and walls are going up. Note the v***r barrier in the vented crawl space which cuts the required WUI under floor ventilation by 90% saving $$ and helping with v***r and air control.

This new residence in Paradise is a replacement home for one that was lost in the 2018 Camp Fire.  Most of this 5 acre p...
05/12/2026

This new residence in Paradise is a replacement home for one that was lost in the 2018 Camp Fire. Most of this 5 acre parcel’s beautiful mixed conifer forest was spared from the fire and we have designed the home to take advantage of the wonderful forest views.
This all electric home designed for the clients to remain independent as they age in place will be very comfortable; inexpensive to heat and cool, low maintenance, and fire resilient.
The high-performance building strategies of this home include: vented rainscreen, conditioned unvented attic, reduced crawl space ventilation with a v***r barrier, energy recovery ventilation, tight building envelope, integrated water resistive barrier, metal framed deck, and generous overhangs.
Construction has began as of spring of 2026.

This addition to a Mid Century Modern home on top of a mountain overlooking Lake Oroville and the Central Valley is desi...
05/07/2026

This addition to a Mid Century Modern home on top of a mountain overlooking Lake Oroville and the Central Valley is designed to take full advantage of the remarkable view and build on the Mid Century Modern styling of the original building.
We employed a steel moment frame to maximize the amount of available glass and remove existing wood shear walls that blocked the million dollar view. We have also increased the energy efficiency of the building and fire resilience by adding mineral wool insulation to the roof assembly.
Construction is expected to begin in 2026.

This new residence in Butte Creek Canyon is located on the site of a home that was lost during the 2018 Camp Fire.  The ...
05/06/2026

This new residence in Butte Creek Canyon is located on the site of a home that was lost during the 2018 Camp Fire. The property has amazing views of the canyon walls and is right above Butte Creek.
We provided large windows to take advantage of views of Butte Creek and the canyon walls.
Multiple high-performance building strategies were employed to ensure the building will be energy efficient, comfortable, low-maintenance, fire resilient, and energy independent. These strategies include: continuous exterior mineral wool insulation, vented rainscreen, no fossil fuel appliances, conditioned unvented attic, solar electric and battery backup, energy recovery ventilation, passive solar heating with substantial thermal mass, natural ventilation, tight building envelope, integrated water resistive barrier, and generous overhangs.
Construction will begin in the summer of 2026.

This post was supposed to happen yesterday but project deadlines took over. HAPPY EARTH DAY!!We’ve made commitments and ...
04/24/2026

This post was supposed to happen yesterday but project deadlines took over.

HAPPY EARTH DAY!!

We’ve made commitments and we make choices to be good stewards of this planet we live on. We feel it is our responsibility to leave this place a better place than we found it. We strive to influence others through our leadership and through education.

Our architecture practice is focused on creating resilient energy efficient buildings that provide a comfortable and healthy environment for its occupants. As members of the construction community our choices have an impact and we aim to remember that when designing, detailing and specifying.

The built environment’s contribution to global climate change is significant and can be minimized.
40% of worldwide CO2 emissions are from building construction and operation
35% reduction in CO2 emissions can be attained with “green building”
43% of US energy use is for building heating and cooling
25% less energy is used by LEED certified buildings

It is our responsibility to lead and make the change.
“If not us, then who? If not now, then when?” -JL

11/28/2025

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11/28/2025

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The Hill View remodel and addition turned out pretty great!  Thanks to Fuller Construction for the excellent craftsmansh...
11/11/2025

The Hill View remodel and addition turned out pretty great! Thanks to Fuller Construction for the excellent craftsmanship and for the beautiful interior design.
More photos to come.

Whether you have an old leaky house or a new tight house; when the outdoor air quality is poor there is a good chance yo...
08/03/2024

Whether you have an old leaky house or a new tight house; when the outdoor air quality is poor there is a good chance you’ll need to filter (clean) your indoor air.
Our quaint 1941 home indoor air follows the outdoor air quality very closely. So, when the smoke moves into the neighborhood it makes its way inside.
If you have a tight home with an ERV or HRV and the outdoor air is smoky from forest fires you should consider turning it off. However, your inside air will become stale and the CO2 levels will rise.
This is where a Corsi–Rosenthal Box comes into play. This inexpensive and very effective DIY project can significantly improve your indoor air…and they really work. Be sure to get MERV13 filters.

07/22/2024

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Chico, CA
95928

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