Ken has been practicing architecture, as a licensed architect, for over thirty-five years. He is founder and president of Hayes Group Architects. He and his firm have designed projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area including projects for technology companies, financial services companies, private equity firms, commercial developers and homeowners. Ken has particularly strong skills in design and in navigating the entitlement process.

Many of the commercial projects can be found in Palo Alto and Menlo Park where he and his firm have had a strong presence since 1991, having worked on over 200 projects.

Mr. Hayes completed his Bachelor of Architecture degree at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, including a year of study in Florence Italy with the State of California’s International Program. While in Florence, he studied architecture, art and the history of cities and traveled extensively throughout Italy and Europe. He continues his love of travel today, having visited Asia, Central America and Africa.

Jason joined Hayes Group Architects Inc. in 2000 and has been involved in all aspects and phases of projects as a project designer and project leader. Promoted to an Associate in 2009 and Principal / Vice President in 2014, he is instrumental in managing local projects as well as international projects for our clients, gaining an understanding of working and collaborating remotely in a global environment.

Jason grew up on the East Coast in the Washington DC metropolitan area. After spending several years in the Arizona Sonora desert, he developed a great appreciation for environmental forces and context that guide and shape true environmental site-responsive and sensitive architectural solutions. He also attributes his early design skills and thinking to techniques and skills he gained during his exposure to design and construction of theater and film sets.

Jeff joined Hayes Group Architects initially in 2013 briefly leaving to broaden his experience and rejoining in 2017, becoming principal in 2018.

A maker and problem solver by nature, Jeff’s approach to architecture is rooted in the devotion to detail and a broad knowledge of building materials and systems. His early career included hands-on construction experience, with field work in the carpentry, architectural concrete, steel and finish trades. His intimate familiarity with building materials, construction methodologies and the realities of the construction process set him apart from his peers, enabling him both to lead design projects to success, and partner effectively with clients and builders alike.

Silvia joined Hayes Group Architects in 2005 and promoted to Senior Associate in 2016.

She received her Bachelor of Architecture from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and is a registered Architect. Silvia has over 20 years of experience in various types and sizes of projects, including corporate interiors for technology firms and venture capital firms, master planning and code analysis for large scale corporate campus, commercial building shells, and mixed-use buildings.

Anu joined Hayes Group in 2004 and was promoted to a Senior Associate in 2016.

She received her Bachelor of Architecture from NIT, Trichy, India and Master of Technology from IIT, Madras, India. She is a LEED AP and manages sustainability and green building aspects of all Hayes Group Architects projects. Several of her projects have been awarded LEED Gold and LEED Silver USGBC certifications. She is a member of the Palo Alto Green Building Technical Advisory Committee that has been instrumental in writing the city’s Green Building ordinance.

Terry joined Hayes Group Architects in 2004 and was promoted to Associate in 2016.

He received his Bachelor of Architecture from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, including a year of study in Florence, Italy with the State of California’s International Program.

He’s managed a wide variety of projects including office tenant improvements, labs, new commercial core & shell structures, and seismic rehabilitations. Terry is a Certified Accessibility Specialist and cares deeply about making design usable for everyone. He served as president of the San Mateo County chapter of the American Institute of Architects in 2013 and remains very involved in professional enrichment. He has a bachelor’s degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and is a registered Architect.