Intelligent Design. Crafted for Comfort. Curated for Wellness.
We build smart HVAC systems that elevate how your home feels, breathes, and restores. We believe your home is your sanctuary and it should be your haven for peace and wellness. Call for your wellness diagnostics to get on your way to clean breathing with a trusted wellness support system.
Our Philosophy
Design-Driven Wellness
Comfort is a science, and wellness is the goal. At Nightingale Air, every home is treated as a living system — one that should balance temperature, airflow, and air purity with minimal energy use. We design custom HVAC and air quality systems that merge performance, efficiency, and tranquility. Our guiding belief is simple: comfort should feel natural, not mechanical.
Founder & CEO Background
Brad Wilson – Founder & CEO
Brad Wilson brings over 8 years of high-end residential construction expertise to the HVAC wellness space. As the founder of both PACE Design & Construction (established 2017) and Nightingale Air (launched 2025), Brad has specialized in transforming luxury homes throughout the Washington DC metro area.
Professional Experience:
- PACE Design & Construction (2017-Present): Founded and operates a boutique design-build firm specializing in historic Federal rowhouse remodeling and luxury residential renovations in Washington DC
- Construction & Remodeling Expertise: 8+ years focused on kitchen and bath remodeling, home additions, and comprehensive renovations for high-end clients
- Architectural Integration: Deep understanding of how HVAC systems must work harmoniously with historic architecture and modern design intent
Brad’s Vision: “I founded Nightingale Air to bring the same level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and client care that we’ve perfected at PACE Construction to the HVAC industry. Every home deserves climate systems that enhance wellness, respect architectural beauty, and deliver lasting comfort.”
Certifications & Specialized Training
Certified Quilt Heat Pump Installer – Washington DC Metro
Nightingale Air is a certified DC market installer for Quilt heat pumps – the most advanced ductless heat pump technology available in residential markets as of 2026. This partnership means:
Design-Build Heritage
Architectural & Construction Mastery
Our unique background in high-end residential construction sets us apart from traditional HVAC contractors:
Historic Preservation Expertise:
- 8+ years specializing in Washington DC’s historic Federal rowhouses
- Deep understanding of working within architectural constraints
- Expertise in integrating modern systems without compromising historic character
Design Sensitivity:
- Collaborative approach with architects and designers
- Custom installation techniques that respect interior aesthetics
- Strategic equipment placement for optimal performance and visual integration
Quality Craftsmanship:
- Long-term client relationships built on trust and quality
- Design-build project management experience
- Premium materials and finishing techniques
Track Record of Excellence
Years of Experience & Project Portfolio
Combined Experience: 8+ years in luxury residential services PACE Construction Projects: 50+ high-end renovations completed (2017-2025) Service Area: Washington DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Arlington, McLean, Alexandria, Falls Church Project Values: Typical HVAC projects range from $10,000 to $150,000+ Specialty Focus: Historic homes, luxury new construction, wellness-focused installations
Notable Expertise Areas:
Indoor air quality optimization for health-conscious homeowners
Federal rowhouse renovations in Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle
Modern infill homes requiring sophisticated climate control
Multi-zone heat pump installations for large residences
A Higher Standard of Living
We are stewards of design and wellbeing — focused on crafting environments where air, comfort, and vitality are not afterthoughts but the foundation of every decision we make. For homeowners who recognize the difference between a system that was installed and one that was designed.
Residential HVAC Design in Washington DC
What separates Nightingale Air from other residential HVAC design firms in Washington DC isn’t just certification — it’s the construction DNA behind every project. Brad’s background in high-end renovation means our team reads a home the way a builder does: understanding load paths, wall assemblies, and the architectural constraints that make HVAC for historic homes in Washington DC a fundamentally different discipline than standard installation work.
That same precision carries through to air quality. Where most contractors stop at temperature control, Nightingale extends its scope to a full assessment of how a home breathes — an approach detailed in our guide to luxury air quality diagnostics for Washington DC homeowners. It is what places us in a different category from conventional high end residential HVAC contractors who size equipment by rule of thumb and move on. We design first. We measure everything. Then we build.
Meet Our Team
Our Inspiration
Florence Nightingale was not simply a nurse. She was a scientist, a statistician, and one of the most consequential environmental designers in history. At Scutari hospital in 1854, soldiers were dying not from their wounds but from the environment surrounding them — stale air, poor ventilation, darkness, and contaminated water. She measured everything. She redesigned the environment. Death rates dropped from 42% to 2%.
Her proof was precise and permanent: the spaces we inhabit determine our capacity to heal, rest, and thrive. Air is not background. It is life. Design is not aesthetic. It is medicine.
At Nightingale Air, we carry that proof into every home we enter. We measure before we recommend. We design before we install. We treat the air you breathe as the health feature it has always been. Florence didn’t guess. Neither do we.
Trusted by Homeowners Across Washington DC
Who We Are
Nightingale is a design-first comfort and wellness firm redefining what HVAC and home energy can feel like. We deliver intelligent, design-forward solutions — from high-performance heat pumps to indoor air quality systems — that prioritize comfort, beauty, and peace of mind.
Our Values
We believe that the environment shapes the life lived within it. Our systems are designed to enhance air quality, support wellbeing, and perform with precision — while respecting the architectural beauty of every home we enter.
Our Promise
To design environments where air, comfort, and care are not luxuries — but the foundation of the life you lead.
Experience the Nightingale Difference
Your home is your sanctuary. Let us enhance it with wellness-driven HVAC design and smart climate technology powered by Quilt.
