Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in San Antonio
Founded in 2008, Sol Studio Architects has established itself as a trusted full-service architectural firm dedicated to delivering client-centric design solutions. Our collaborative approach prioritizes understanding each client's unique needs, lifestyle, and communication style, ensuring every project reflects their individual vision. With a team of licensed architects and project managers boasting decades of combined experience, we navigate projects from initial concept to completion with precision and expertise. Our work spans diverse project types, including residential, commercial, and public spaces, supported by accreditations from the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners and California Architects Board.We emphasize transparency, quality control, and innovation, integrating advanced technology and sustainable practices to meet evolving industry standards. Recognized with awards like the San Antonio Magazine Home and Design Award, we remain committed to excellence while maintaining deep roots in San Antonio's diverse architectural landscape.
Services
Pre-Design
Schematic Design
Design Development
Construction Documents
Permit Submittal
Construction Administration
Project Cost Estimation
3D Renderings
Code Review
Feasibility Studies
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined architectural experience across diverse project types.
- Our client-first approach adapts standard design processes to individual communication styles.
- We provide full-service architecture from concept to construction administration.
- Recognized with awards like the San Antonio Magazine Home and Design Award.
- Accredited by Texas and California architectural licensing boards.
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Architectural Examiners #20671
- California Architects Board #C 39870
- SCTRCA
- AABE MBE SBE State of Texas (HUB)
What people say
Timely, concise
Cost-effective
Extremely responsive
Kept us on schedule
Services
Pre-Design
We begin by deeply understanding client needs through personalized consultations and lifestyle assessments. This phase establishes spatial requirements and functional priorities to guide design decisions. Our collaborative approach ensures alignment between client vision and project scope.
Schematic Design
We translate client requirements into preliminary floor plans and design concepts. This phase explores spatial relationships and aesthetic direction while maintaining budget considerations. Clients receive visual representations to approve the project's foundational layout.
Construction Documents
Detailed construction drawings specify dimensions, materials, and technical requirements. These documents ensure accurate bidding and construction execution while maintaining compliance with building codes and regulatory standards.
Permit Submittal
We prepare and submit documentation for municipal code compliance and zoning requirements. Our team navigates jurisdictional processes to secure necessary permits efficiently, minimizing project delays during approval phases.
Construction Administration
We provide on-site supervision, progress documentation, and contractor coordination during construction. Regular field reports and photo documentation ensure adherence to design specifications while addressing implementation challenges proactively.
People
Alonzo Alston
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with 24 years of experience since 1998, specializing in diverse project types. Established Sol Studio Architects in 2008, emphasizing client collaboration and design excellence.
Javier Zamora
Senior Project Manager
28-year architectural veteran overseeing projects from inception to completion. Provides quality control expertise and integrates spiritual design elements with technical rigor.
Sinuhe Maldonado Jr.
Project Planner
3-year architectural professional managing construction documentation and administration. Ensures technical precision aligns with studio quality standards through meticulous attention to detail.
Cesar N. Cano
Design Associate
Recent UTSA graduate Magna Cum Laude contributing design support and technology integration. Participates in large-scale projects and conceptual studies with innovative design approaches.
Questions
What architectural services does Sol Studio offer?
We provide full-service architecture including pre-design consultation, schematic design, construction documents, permit processing, and construction administration for residential and commercial projects.
How does Sol Studio approach client collaboration?
We customize our design process to match client communication preferences, using personalized consultations and 'homework' assignments to deeply understand lifestyle needs and project goals.
What areas do you serve?
While based in San Antonio, Texas, we serve clients across Texas and accept select projects in other states through our licensed architectural practice.
How long has Sol Studio been in business?
Sol Studio Architects was established in 2008 by Alonzo Alston, with team members collectively offering over 60 years of architectural experience.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain licenses with Texas Board of Architectural Examiners #20671 and California Architects Board #C 39870, plus certifications with SCTRCA and Texas HUB programs.
