Keith Hempel, FAIA, LEED AP BD+C is a graduate of the College of Environmental Design at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. Mr. Hempel joined LPA, Inc. in Irvine, CA in 1995. In his dual role as President and Chief Design Officer (CDO), Keith guides the firm’s integrated, design process, which connects building performance and design excellence on every project, regardless of scale or budget.
A passionate advocate for the benefits of a research-based, multi-discipline approach, he is helping to lead the national industry’s effort to develop best practices for developing higher performing buildings that better serve people. Notable projects include the Flight Projects Center at the Jet Propulsion Laboratories in La Canada Flintridge, CA, The Watson Land Company Headquarters in Carson, CA and the Starr Atrium for Edwards Lifesciences in Irvine, CA.
Keith was born in Long Beach, CA where he currently resides with his wife and son.