We began working with Neil in early 2022 to begin design on our home. We came to him with some lose concepts, a few reference images, and a number of specific desires we wished to see come to life. Shortly thereafter, almost like magic, he returned to us with nearly a final product of what came to be built over the next two years. To say he captured (and enhanced) nearly every concept with threw at him is about spot on, and now having been in our home for a few months, we can give complete testament to the thoughtfulness that went into every detail. Our home is both stunning and very livable and comfortable for our family of five. Neil was involved and supportive as well throughout the whole process from helping us spec windows, to brainstorming finishing details that came about throughout the build, to fielding our countless questions and considerations we had along the way. He was a joy to work with, and he is masterful at his wonderful art. Thank you Neil for designing us our dream home!Read More
MISSION
We facilitate the design process by listening to our clients and by developing designs that are refined to best meet and exceed client expectations. Each clients needs are different. Therefore, each design is unique. Frequent client meetings and feedback are critical in the development of a design. This collaborative process results in well designed buildings that bring high client satisfaction.
It is our belief that buildings should be sensitive to the specific natural conditions, weather and history of the site. The location and form of a building should be in harmony with the site. Local materials should be used that further bring the building in harmony with its site. This approach results in buildings that are connected to the natural environment and brings a “sense of place”.
Orientation of the building should provide for natural ventilation and generous daylighting. Using the suns energy to heat water and generate power for the building are further considerations. Materials used in the building should be environmentally friendly. These considerations result in buildings that are less demanding on resources in the long term and have a “light footprint”.
Our main principles of listening to our clients, being sensitive to the site and designing buildings that have a low demand on resources results in buildings that bring delight and many years of pleasure to our clients.
TESTIMONIALS
CMJ
We began working with Neil in early 2022 to begin design on our home. We came to him with some lose concepts, a few referece images, and a number of specific desires we wished to see come to life. Shortly thereafter, almost like magic, he returned to us with nearly a final product of what came to be built over the next two years. To say he captured (and enhanced) nearly every concept with threw at him is about spot on, and now having been in our home for a few months, we can give complete testament to the thoughtfulness that went into to every detail. Our home is both stunning and very livable and comfortable for our family of five. Neil was involved and supportive as well througout the whole process from helping us spec windows, to brainstorming finishing details that came about throughout the build, to fielding our countless questions and considerations we had along the way. He was a joy to work with and he is masterful at his wonderful art. Thank you Neil for designing us our dream home!Read More
A K
Designing a custom home felt daunting at first, but Neil guided us through the process with skill and patience. He listened closely to our family’s needs, translated them into a thoughtful, one-of-a-kind design, and connected us with reputable builders to bring the plans to life. Thanks to his creativity, attention to detail, and clear communication, our dream home is now taking shape—and we couldn’t be happier. We highly recommend Neil to anyone seeking a talented, client-focused architect.Read More
Annie I
Neil and his services are of the highest quality. I was searching for a new architect after having a bad experience with someone else, and I could not have been more fortunate to have found Neil. His extensive experience, attention to detail, and knowledge of building regulations and permitting is amazing. Further, the level of support that Neil provides throughout the construction process is tremendous. It is incredibly helpful and reassuring to have this support from start to finish, particularly for someone like me who is new to the building process. In addition to having the knowledge and skills to do a top-notch job, Neil had a genuine interest in making my dream achievable, yet remained cognizant of my limitations and maintained a realistic scope. From developing construction drafts based on a mere idea in my head to submitting them for permitting, the whole process was incredibly smooth and a very positive experience. I highly recommend Neil Richardson for your architectural needs!Read More
r m
We had a vision for a home we could love and share with family and friends. Neil Richardson helped bring that vision to reality. Working long-distance, we found him to be intelligent, experienced, and creative. Of all the professionals involved, no one came close to Neil in the quality of his communication skills. He was remarkably prompt and “on it” - always. He really listens; his patience was a great asset as we translated thoughts into a practical (and affordable) home. He wasn’t judgmental about occasional lame-brain detours, but gently guided us back to pragmatism. Experience and expertise came through without ever being overbearing. Neil has high ethical standards. He stuck to his budget, and he sticks to his word. Trust is important in such an expensive and complex project; he earned ours unreservedly. This is more than just a job for Neil, he cares deeply about the outcome of his work and satisfaction of his clients.Read More