Connecticut Architects You Should Know

Building a home should be an exciting and joyful experience. Award-winning architects Alisberg Parker devote special attention to understanding the clients’ dreams and priorities to ensure that each project reflects the client’s distinctive style and desires. Susan Alisberg and Edward Parker bring added talents in interior design and construction to designing each project. On every project the partners, both architects, work collaboratively supported by a talented team of architects and interior designers. Alisberg Parker brings a clean and fresh view to contemporary and classic design. 203.637.8730 I alisbergparker.com

Arbonies King Vlock designs are for modern living, making every interior space and exterior environment liveable and beautiful. Proudly in their 24th year, AKV continues to affect the quality of people’s lives and communities through the art of collaboration and power of architecture. “The house AKV designed fulfilled the hope that our children will come home again and again…life is really lived here.” 2014 recipient of the AIA Connecticut Alice Washburn Award. 203.488.9900 I akvpc.com

Austin Patterson Disston Architects with offices in Southport and Quogue celebrates 32 years of fresh, inventive and award-winning architecture. The firm’s work is largely focused on bespoke projects, residential, hospitality and private clubs. “We feel confident doing a broad spectrum of styles and types: renovations, restorations, additions and new buildings,” notes partner Mac Patterson, AIA, NCARB. “Our design approach respects the integrity of both the built and natural contexts that make every building site unique.” 203.255.4031 I apdarchitects.com

A classically-focused firm inspired by the great residential architecture of the past, Douglas VanderHorn Architects creates buildings of enduring character that accommodate current lifestyles and seamlessly integrate modern building technologies. Douglas and his team have been designing exceptional, classic new homes in Fairfield County’s finest locations for more than 27 years. From graceful Federal or charming Shingle-Style to richly detailed Tudor or elegant French Normandy, Douglas VanderHorn Architects will transform your ideas into exceptional architecture. 203.622.7000 I VanderHornArchitects.com

Residential specialists, committed to enhancing the homes and lives of their clients; adding tangible value by incorporating thoughtful design, attention to detail and state-of–the-art technology. Founded in 1998, with more than 50 years of combined experience, they have completed more than 100 projects in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania and Utah. Experts at creating timeless style, they work closely with each client throughout the process to create homes of classic beauty and contemporary functionality. 203.248.1007 Ihuestistucker.com

Robert A. Cardello Architects is an award-winning firm specializing in high-end, custom-built homes and renovations. Strong commitment to exceptional design stands above everything else. Their design process takes every client’s personal lifestyle into consideration, creating spaces that are unique to the individuals and families that will inhabit them. Established in 1999, RAC’s style is well-founded in the traditions, using them as tools for innovative expression. Attention to detail sets them apart. 203.853.2524 I cardelloarchitects.com

Shope Reno Wharton (SRW) opened their doors in 1981 committed to architecture profoundly enhancing the quality of life’s daily experience. Every project starts with an understanding of the client’s needs and wishes coupled with a thorough study of the property. A successful design is a well-resolved solution to the program, zoning and budget while incorporating the spirit of place. SRW homes reflect a modern sense of the way families live together with the unchanging foundation of great architecture: identifiable architectural compositions with proportion, scale, playfulness in form, color, texture and detail. 203.852.7250 I shoperenowharton.com

Architecture: Vicente-Burin Architects employ the fundamentals of traditional architecture in an inventive and original fashion suited for modern lifestyles. Their designs are defined by beautiful proportion, intimate scale and intricate detail. Firm: Founded in 1999, Vicente-Burin Architects is an award-winning architecture firm. Since inception, it has received various design awards and has been published in both regional and national magazines. The Partners: Established as a collaborative effort between architects Paulo Vicente and Martina Burin, their practice creates exceptional homes for discerning clients. 203.319.9571 I vbarchitect.com

Originally founded in 2006 as Lucien Vita Design, Vita Design Group draws on its members’ individual expertise and vision to foster an atmosphere rich with new and progressive ideas. Harnessing this collaborative dynamic, they form a common lens focused on generating clear and harmonious design solutions as unique as the clients who commission them. As conscientious stewards of our environment, their objective is to leave a lighter footprint on the land through conservation of resources and materials, with an emphasis on energy efficiency. They believe that architecture is an art form that defines a time and place, providing an opportunity for exploration in design, while reflecting and enriching the way we live and work. 203.283.1561 I vdgarch.com