Business Details
Affordable Housing Design & Consulting Services
Architectural Housing Solutions was established to provide specialized architectural and consulting services for affordable housing investors, developers, and housing authorities. Our firm combines expertise in green building and sustainability to deliver long-term affordable housing solutions. With licenses to operate in 24 states, we offer a comprehensive one-stop resource for design, renovation, and due-diligence services tailored to the affordable housing industry. Our team of fully licensed architects and consultants focuses on energy-efficient design, LEED certification, and neighborhood-integrated projects that enhance community value. We prioritize minimizing disruption during construction while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines and modern sustainability standards. Our experience spans new construction, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse of existing structures, supported by engineering services and master planning.We assist clients with LIHTC applications, utility allowance calculations, and energy grant submissions, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements. Our commitment to quality is reflected in projects like King Gardens and Alabama Duplexes, which feature energy-efficient appliances and sustainable materials. We maintain partnerships with affordable housing organizations to streamline project execution and ensure professional handling of complex regulatory frameworks. Our work supports housing authorities and investors in achieving cost-effective, environmentally responsible solutions that meet both current and future housing needs.
Services
Architectural Design
LEED Consulting
Energy Audits
Master Planning
Construction Administration
Rehabilitation Design
Utility Allowance Calculations
Grant Applications
Section 504 Assessments
Market Studies
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We offer architectural services licensed in 24 states with specialized affordable housing expertise.
- Our team provides LEED/Green Design and Energy Star consulting for sustainable projects.
- We assist with LIHTC applications, HUD compliance, and energy grant submissions.
- Our projects integrate neighborhood integrity with modern, energy-efficient design standards.
- We deliver end-to-end solutions from master planning to construction administration.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
What people say
Energy-efficient designs
Regulatory compliance expertise
Community-focused projects
LEED certification support
Experienced team
Services
Architectural Design
We provide comprehensive architectural design for new affordable housing construction and modernization projects. Our team creates energy-efficient, LEED-compliant designs that integrate with neighborhood aesthetics while meeting federal guidelines. Services include site planning, structural design, and adaptive reuse of existing buildings to enhance community value.
LEED Consulting
Our LEED consulting services help clients achieve internationally recognized green building certification. We guide projects through LEED submission processes, ensuring energy efficiency, occupant health standards, and 20-30% energy savings over national codes. This includes Green Communities and Energy Star compliance strategies.
Energy Audits
We conduct detailed energy audits and physical needs assessments for housing authorities. Our evaluations identify cost-effective energy reduction strategies, utility allowance calculations, and ROI analysis for energy-efficient upgrades. Services comply with HUD requirements and support grant applications for affordable housing projects.
Rehabilitation Design
Our rehabilitation design services focus on modernizing existing multifamily dwellings while preserving community character. We develop phased renovation plans that minimize tenant disruption, incorporating energy-efficient appliances, sustainable materials, and accessibility improvements to meet Section 504 requirements.
Grant Applications
We assist clients with preparing competitive grant and loan applications for affordable housing projects. Our team ensures compliance with federal, state, and local funding criteria while managing post-approval administration to maintain regulatory compliance throughout project execution.
People
Thomas Brandon
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with 20+ years of experience in affordable housing design. Specializes in LEED certification and HUD compliance. Leads AHS's architectural team in delivering sustainable, community-focused projects across the southern United States.
Questions
What areas do you serve for affordable housing projects?
We operate in Louisiana, Texas, Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, and North Dakota, with architectural licenses in 24 states across the southern and central U.S.
Do you handle both new construction and renovation projects?
Yes, we specialize in new affordable housing construction, rehabilitation design, and adaptive reuse of existing buildings to meet modern sustainability standards.
Can you help with affordable housing tax credit applications?
We provide complete LIHTC application support, including documentation preparation, compliance verification, and submission guidance to secure low-income housing tax credits.
What energy efficiency certifications do you support?
We assist with LEED certification, Energy Star qualification, and Green Communities submissions, ensuring 20-30% energy savings over standard building codes.
How do you handle community impact during construction?
Our phased design approach minimizes disruption to existing residents, incorporating best practices for tenant safety and maintaining property operations during renovations.
Do you provide post-construction support services?
Yes, we offer construction administration, third-party evaluations, and grant compliance monitoring to ensure long-term project success and regulatory adherence.
