Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Residential Architect in Norfolk, CT
Established in 1990, our firm specializes in residential architectural services that prioritize client needs, environmental responsibility, and site-specific design. We handle new construction, additions, and renovations, tailoring our approach to each project's unique requirements. Our team serves as designers, technical advisors, and facilitators, emphasizing clear communication throughout the design process. We integrate sustainable practices including solar design, energy-efficient materials, and non-toxic construction methods.Our expertise extends to historic renovations and aging-in-place planning, ensuring homes adapt to evolving needs while maintaining aesthetic integrity. With decades of experience in Northwestern Connecticut's unique landscapes, we create spaces that harmonize with natural surroundings. Our commitment to quality has earned recognition in statewide net-zero energy initiatives, demonstrating our leadership in innovative, eco-conscious architecture.
Services
Residential architecture
New construction
Additions
Renovations
Historic renovations
Green building
Net-zero design
Aging-in-place planning
Site design
Material selection
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in residential architecture
- Our designs prioritize sustainability with solar integration and eco-friendly materials
- We specialize in historic renovations preserving architectural integrity
- Our team excels in aging-in-place design for long-term home comfort
- We provide personalized service tailored to each client's unique needs
Services
Residential architecture
We create customized residential spaces that balance functionality, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility. Our approach considers site characteristics, client needs, and long-term usability. Projects include new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse of existing structures.
Historic renovations
Specializing in preserving architectural heritage while modernizing functionality. We maintain original character through careful material selection and design choices while improving energy efficiency and meeting contemporary living standards in historic properties.
Green building
Our eco-conscious approach incorporates solar energy systems, passive design strategies, and non-toxic materials. We optimize building orientation for natural light and ventilation while minimizing environmental impact through responsible material sourcing and construction practices.
Aging-in-place planning
We design homes that adapt to changing mobility needs through features like barrier-free showers, wider doorways, and first-floor living arrangements. Our solutions maintain aesthetic appeal while enhancing safety and accessibility for long-term residency.
Net-zero design
Creating homes that produce as much energy as they consume through advanced insulation, solar panel integration, and energy recovery systems. Our designs combine cutting-edge technology with practical living spaces to achieve maximum energy performance.
People
Kate Briggs Johnson
Architect
Licensed architect with degrees from University of Virginia and University of Washington. Specializes in sustainable design and community engagement. Active in local non-profits focused on affordable housing and environmental conservation.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential architecture including new construction, renovations, additions, historic preservation, green building, net-zero design, and aging-in-place planning.
How do you incorporate sustainable practices into your designs?
We use solar integration, energy-efficient materials, passive solar design, and non-toxic building materials while optimizing site orientation for natural light and energy efficiency.
Can you help with historic home renovations?
Yes, we specialize in preserving architectural integrity while modernizing systems and incorporating adaptive reuse of original materials in historic renovations.
What is your approach to aging-in-place design?
We focus on accessibility features like first-floor master suites, wider doorways, and accessible bathrooms while maintaining aesthetic continuity with existing home design.
Do you work outside of Norfolk, CT?
While based in Norfolk, we serve clients throughout Northwestern Connecticut, adapting designs to the region's unique landscapes and building traditions.
