Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Residential Architects in Milwaukee
Deep River Partners has been dedicated to residential architecture and interior design since 1999, founded by Richard Sherer to provide a holistic approach to custom home design. Our team of architects and interior designers specializes in creating environments where people flourish, combining architectural excellence with personalized interior solutions. With over four decades of collective experience, we guide clients through a structured pathway from discovery to furnishings, ensuring every detail aligns with their lifestyle and vision. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our comprehensive process, which integrates architecture, interior design, and construction administration to deliver seamless results.Recognized for excellence in design, we serve clients nationwide, offering expertise in custom homes, historic renovations, and luxury residential projects. Our philosophy centers on collaboration, innovation, and attention to detail, ensuring each home we design enhances the client's daily life. We maintain strong industry affiliations, including membership in the American Institute of Architects and the American Society of Interior Designers, underscoring our dedication to professional standards. Our clients benefit from a streamlined experience, competitive bidding processes, and a focus on minimizing risk while maximizing value throughout the project lifecycle.
Services
Residential Architecture
Interior Design
Custom Home Design
Historic Renovations
Condominium Build-Outs
Landscape Design
Smart Home Integration
Furnishings
Construction Administration
Design Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in residential architecture and interior design.
- Our team holds national certifications in interior design and architectural expertise.
- We provide a seamless, client-centric pathway from discovery to move-in.
- Our detailed documentation reduces construction risks and ensures competitive bidding.
- We serve clients nationwide with projects across diverse geographic locations.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
- National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ)
What people say
Seamless process
Thoughtful selection
Excellent expertise
Client-centric approach
Award-winning designs
Services
Residential Architecture
Our residential architecture services focus on creating custom-designed homes that reflect your unique lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. We combine innovative design with functional planning to develop spaces that enhance daily living. Our team ensures every architectural element aligns with your vision while meeting technical and regulatory requirements.
Interior Design
Deep River Partners' interior design services integrate aesthetics and functionality to craft cohesive living environments. We curate materials, colors, and furnishings that complement architectural elements while prioritizing comfort and usability. Our designers collaborate closely to ensure spaces resonate with your personal style.
Custom Home Design
We specialize in creating one-of-a-kind custom homes tailored to your specific needs and site conditions. Our process emphasizes personalized solutions, from initial concept development to final construction details. Each design balances artistic vision with practical considerations for long-term enjoyment.
Historic Renovations
Our expertise in historic renovations preserves architectural integrity while modernizing spaces for contemporary living. We carefully assess structural and design elements to maintain historical accuracy while incorporating updated systems and amenities for improved functionality.
Furnishings
We provide comprehensive furnishings selection services to complete your living spaces with curated furniture, textiles, and accessories. Our team ensures every element complements the overall design scheme while meeting practical needs for durability and comfort in daily use.
People
Richard Sherer
Founder
With over 40 years of experience, Richard founded Deep River Partners to offer holistic residential design. His career spans award-winning projects recognized nationally for architectural excellence and client-focused innovation.
Nicholas Blavat
Principal / Senior Project Architect
Nicholas brings 20+ years of expertise in residential architecture, specializing in detailed construction documentation and client collaboration. He leads projects from concept to completion, ensuring design integrity and technical precision throughout the process.
Natalie Erickson
Senior Interior Designer
Natalie is a nationally certified interior designer with a focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. Her work emphasizes client collaboration and meticulous attention to detail in material and furnishing selections.
Nicholas Mather
Senior Project Architect
Nicholas specializes in translating client visions into architectural reality, with experience in diverse residential styles. He excels at balancing creative design with practical construction considerations to deliver high-quality results.
Sarah Guzek
Senior Interior Designer
Sarah combines creative design with technical expertise to develop interior solutions that enhance livability. Her work focuses on client collaboration and integrating architectural elements with interior finishes for cohesive, functional spaces.
Questions
What areas does Deep River Partners serve?
We serve clients nationwide, with projects in Wisconsin, California, Colorado, South Carolina, Florida, and Michigan, among other locations.
What types of residential projects do you handle?
We specialize in custom homes, historic renovations, condominium build-outs, and luxury residential projects tailored to client needs and site conditions.
How does your design process work?
Our structured pathway includes discovery, vision development, design, planning, bidding, construction management, and furnishings coordination for a seamless experience.
Are your team members certified professionals?
Yes, our team includes AIA-certified architects, ASID-certified interior designers, and NCIDQ-certified design professionals with extensive industry experience.
Can you incorporate smart home technology into designs?
Yes, we integrate smart home systems including audio/visual controls, lighting automation, and security features into our residential designs for modern convenience.
Reviews (2)
Peter Eskuche Aia Eskuche Design Group
Nov 01, 2021
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Great food for the price, nice staff exceptional Bourbon Mule made from a local cidar infused moonshine, cinnamon sticks
Kristen Cole
Feb 21, 2021
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Deep River does outstanding quality and unique work. I have worked with Deep River many times over the years on many different projects. I admire their stunning finished jobs. If you are looking for someone that will make high quality, stunning results that are not cookie cutter, you have found the solution to something functional, high end, and more gorgeous than you could have imagined!
