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The process of remodeling or building a home can be stressful and time-consuming. Christina Couvillion of Davinci Interiors explains, "It is important to have a team that understands the vision for your project and how to manage the process. Architects are experts in designing homes, but interior designers play an important role in enhancing the beauty of the home by using the appropriate finishes, furniture, lighting, and paint colors." This partnership creates a beautiful experience for clients and gives the process a holistic approach. Therefore, when building or remodeling a house, it is wise for interior designers and architects to work together so that they can yield the best results.
If you are only hiring an interior designer partnering with an architect at the same time can be a good idea. Architects can act as consultants who will advise designers on zoning laws, construction codes and sign construction documents.
Here are 5 award-winning architecture firms in Austin, with projects that are not only fabulous but functional too.
Alter Studio
Headquartered in Austin, TX, Alter Studio is a full-service architecture and design
firm. Their work is rooted in the virtues of architecture—realizing that great architecture deepens the human experience, while also providing spaces that are beautiful, functional, and responsive to their surroundings.
O' Conell Architecture
O'Connell Architecture is a firm that specializes in breathing new life into old buildings while honoring the character and features that make those historic buildings unique. O'Connell incorporates modern touches that co-mingle with a building's historical features, making these both beautiful and functional.
Cornerstone Architects
Cornerstone has built a reputation for delivering beautiful spaces that are environmentally friendly, accessible, and comfortable. The firm is known for creating spaces that are warm and inviting, but also have the flexibility to allow for customization depending on what's needed by the client. They take pride in offering a unique experience for each client, ensuring that each project is made with care for the client's needs.
Ryan Street Architects
Ryan Street Architect's philosophy is that the architecture of a place should be a reflection of the people who inhabit that space. Each space is carefully and elegantly crafted according to the needs and desires of each client. Authenticity is a key element of the firm's philosophy, and it is reflected in every design. Ryan Street incorporates outdoor and indoor elements, with a focus on creating spaces that are both comfortable and inspiring.
Element 5
Element 5, a boutique architecture and design firm, has been committed to providing Austin with the best energy-efficient design incorporating elements of the distinct aesthetic that makes Austin stand out. Element 5 has an original approach to each project in which they analyze the environmental needs and influences on a site while integrating it with client's needs and wants that way delivering a successful and sustainable project