Business Details
16 Years
experience
Expert Architectural Design Services in Asheville, NC
Form & Function Architecture is a collaborative architecture studio based in Asheville, North Carolina, serving clients across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Our team combines expertise in architecture, construction, interior design, and mechanical systems to deliver creative, functional solutions tailored to each project. With over a decade of experience, we specialize in residential, commercial, and public architecture, prioritizing client collaboration and regional context. Our process emphasizes personalized site visits, thoughtful schematic design, detailed construction documentation, and hands-on construction oversight. We maintain deep regional knowledge of Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina, ensuring designs integrate seamlessly with local environments.Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to address complex challenges with innovative strategies, from custom homes to municipal buildings. We foster transparent communication throughout every project phase, ensuring clients remain informed and engaged. Our proven track record includes diverse projects such as brewery renovations, sustainable homes, and community spaces. We are registered with the North Carolina and South Carolina Boards of Architecture, reflecting our commitment to professional standards. By blending technical precision with artistic vision, we transform concepts into enduring, functional spaces that align with client goals and environmental considerations.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Public Architecture
Interior Design
Sustainable Design
Construction Documentation
Feasibility Studies
Additions & Remodels
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer deep regional expertise in Western NC and Upstate SC site conditions.
- Our multidisciplinary team combines architecture, construction, and mechanical systems knowledge.
- We maintain transparent communication from initial consultation through project completion.
- Our portfolio spans diverse projects including breweries, municipal buildings, and sustainable homes.
- We provide hands-on construction oversight to ensure design integrity during implementation.
Associations and certifications
- North Carolina Board of Architecture
- South Carolina Board of Architecture
Services
Residential Architecture
We create custom homes, remodels, and accessory dwelling units that reflect client lifestyles and site-specific conditions. Our approach integrates passive solar strategies, local materials, and universal design principles. Projects range from modern mountain homes to historic renovations across Western North Carolina and Tennessee.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial services design functional, code-compliant spaces for breweries, restaurants, offices, and retail environments. We handle projects from concept through permitting, incorporating brand identity and operational efficiency. Recent work includes brewery taprooms and mixed-use developments in Asheville and Hendersonville.
Public Architecture
We specialize in civic buildings, schools, and recreational facilities that serve public needs while respecting budget constraints. Current projects include visitor centers in Dupont State Forest and educational spaces at UNC Asheville, emphasizing accessibility and environmental integration.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design practice focuses on energy-efficient homes, passive solar orientation, and eco-friendly materials selection. We incorporate LEED principles and universal design standards to create environmentally responsible spaces that reduce long-term operational costs for residential and commercial clients.
Construction Oversight
We provide comprehensive construction administration services including contractor bidding, site visits, and document revisions. Our team ensures projects adhere to design specifications through shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and final system commissioning across all project types.
People
Myles S Alexander
Principal
Licensed architect with 14 years of experience specializing in commercial and residential projects. Holds a Master of Architecture from Clemson University. Leads design strategy and client relations at Form & Function Architecture.
Emili McMakin
Principal
Licensed architect with 13 years of experience in complex building systems and interior design. Graduated from University of Colorado Denver. Oversees project execution and technical documentation for commercial and public architecture projects.
Bryn Mulligan
Architectural Designer
Architectural designer with 7 years of experience in residential and small-scale commercial projects. Graduated from California Polytechnic State University. Specializes in 3D visualization and client-facing design presentations.
Bethany Mumford-Meyer
Office Manager
Office manager with 3 years of experience in architectural practice operations. Holds a BFA in Furniture Design from Savannah College of Art and Design. Coordinates studio logistics and client communications.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide residential, commercial, and public architecture services including new construction, renovations, interior design, and sustainable design solutions across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
Are you licensed architects?
Yes, our principals are licensed architects registered with the North Carolina and South Carolina Boards of Architecture, ensuring compliance with state-specific building codes and regulations.
How do you approach the design process?
Our four-phase process includes site analysis, schematic design, construction documentation, and construction oversight, with continuous client collaboration throughout each stage of the project.
Do you work outside Asheville?
We serve clients throughout Western North Carolina, Upstate South Carolina, and Tennessee, with completed projects in Asheville, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, and Knoxville areas.
Can you help with construction management?
Yes, we offer construction administration services including contractor selection, site visits, and document revisions to ensure projects meet design specifications and building codes.
Reviews (4)
Jared Wheatley
Nov 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Myles, Emili, and their team are always engaged and ready to help solve design and construction coordination items in a timely and economical manner which enables projects to be expedited while controlling cost.
Myles, Emili, and their team are always engaged and ready to help solve design and construction coordination items in a timely and economical manner which enables projects to be expedited while controlling cost.
Allexis Howard
Mar 27, 2021
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I have worked at Form and Function for over a year now, and I must say, they are more then your average architects. They are by far the best employer I have ever had, they treat everyone with humble respect and a legitimate genuine perspective/attitude. Myles and Emili work intimately with every client, and personally see projects through from beginning to end. They work on everything from government, commercial and residential which means there is always something interesting going on. They always have unique approaches to difficult situations, always pushing creativity when needed. I am blessed
Jason Holtsclaw
Sep 22, 2020
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Top notch architects, have worked with them many times and they are not the guys that leave you hanging once project is underway. Asheville is a notoriously difficult city to deal with permit wise, and these guys follow through until the job is done with whatever updates or changes are required to keep the municipality happy and us in compliance.
Also, on a lighter note, Myles hair is AMAZING, usually!
Also, on a lighter note, Myles hair is AMAZING, usually!
Lawrence Hines
Jul 07, 2018
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Myles Alexander! Excellent team he has built. This group is fun to work with while at the same time getting incredibly innovative design and project management. Full building design or creative remodeling! Before you start your next project consult w Myles and his team!
