163 Residential Architects
Architects for new construction, additions, and whole-home renovations. Each firm is filtered by typical project size, aesthetic range, construction type, and permitting expertise. When a project needs a licensed architect, the directory is where to start.
Architects Shaping American Residential Design
Holbrook Architecture
A four-person firm with deep knowledge of New York City’s residential landmarks, zoning code, and landmarked districts. Known for surgical additions that read as original.
View PortfolioMassie & Partners
Mountain West specialists in rural sites, off-grid systems, and structural creativity. Known for the use of CLT, concrete, and regional stone.
View PortfolioFernandez Architecture
Adobe, rammed earth, and regional Spanish Colonial. A firm that treats vernacular architecture as a living tradition, not a museum piece.
View PortfolioBrightside Studio
Specialists in ADUs, infill small homes, and Passive House construction. Strong preferred-vendor network with Portland’s modular and prefab builders.
View PortfolioLander + Ho
Hillside-site specialists with a portfolio of cantilevered, glass-forward residences in Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and the Hollywood Hills.
View PortfolioRussell + Company
Classical training with a restrained, editorial sensibility. Known for respectful additions to 18th- and 19th-century Virginia homes.
View PortfolioNot Every Project Needs One.
A licensed architect is required for any structural change, addition over a certain size (varies by state), and most new construction. An interior designer is often the right call for cosmetic renovation, room design, and furnishings. When in doubt, start with a one-hour paid consultation from an architect — they’ll tell you honestly whether your project needs the full scope of their services or can be handled by a designer plus a structural engineer.
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