Our residential architecture services are designed to bring your vision of home to life—whether you’re building new, renovating, or expanding. We specialize in custom home design with a focus on thoughtful planning, efficient use of space, and seamless integration with the surrounding environment. From initial concept to construction documents, our team works closely with homeowners to deliver functional, beautiful, and personalized living spaces that reflect their lifestyle and goals.
Your Home, Your Story
The process of developing a design for a new home begins with a deep understanding of who you are and how you live. Every client has unique needs, preferences, and dreams, and our approach is to listen first — understanding your family values, lifestyle, and vision for your ideal space.
We believe a home should reflect the essence of its inhabitants, providing a sanctuary that supports your daily life, grows with you, and creates lasting memories. Our team takes the time to ask questions, get to know your routines, and explore what truly makes a home meaningful to you.
We work collaboratively with you to refine the plans, ensuring that the final design is a true reflection of who you are and what your home should represent. From the first sketch to the final blueprint, our goal is to create a home that feels uniquely yours, grounded in purpose, and built to last for generations.
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Residential Architecture FAQs
Architectural fees vary based on project size, complexity, and scope. After an initial consultation, we provide a clear proposal outlining expected costs and services.
Yes, permits are almost always required. We help prepare the necessary documentation for local approvals.
We’re happy to work with your existing builder and can coordinate directly to ensure design intent, construction quality, and timelines are aligned.
Absolutely. We integrate energy-efficient systems, materials, and design strategies to create environmentally responsible homes tailored to your needs.
Yes. Budget is a key part of the design process. We work with you to create a home that balances your vision with cost-effective solutions and materials.
We provide conceptual design and detailed construction drawings to ensure your design is built as intended.
Your involvement is essential. We collaborate closely with you to understand your lifestyle, priorities, and preferences so the final design reflects the way you live. You will also drive the scope and timeline of the project.
Ideally, you should hire an architect early in the planning process. This allows us to guide the design based on your site and vision from the beginning.
Dave, Chris, Bridget and the entire ALA Team,
I wanted to personally thank you for all your hard work with our plans. We are so looking forward to living in our first home and you were all a part of making that possible. We appreciate everyone’s hard work and determination!
~ Katie V.