Alterstudio Architecture is known for its intellect in design, inventiveness, craftsmanship, and detail. The work is rooted in deep-seated virtues of architecture; generous space making, shrewd manipulation of day-lighting, and meticulous attention to detail. We believe that architecture should deepen our everyday experience at the same time that it elevates our awareness of a larger, changing world – and that the way a space feels is as important as how it looks.
The practice specializes in precise and creative buildings, landscapes, and interiors that sensitively respond to their environment and the subtleties of place. We promote an ecologically responsive design that acknowledges the impact of finite resources as a positive contributor in the creation of an ethical architecture. It compels, informs and guides our choices and recommendations during project development strategies, programming, product selection, detailing, and specification of materials. Our approach to sustainable design goes beyond logistical and mechanical elements, to create an architecture that is uplifting to its users and in harmony with its cultural context and natural surroundings.
This attention to all elements of design has been a constant in the firm’s philosophy. Alterstudio Architecture has received nearly 200 design awards, including the 2023 Architizer A+ Jury Award for Best Residential Firm; 2023, 2022, 2018 and 2013 National AIA Housing Awards; 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2017 American Architecture Award; 2018 Architecture Master Prize; 2022 (x2), 2021, 2017 and 2011 Residential Architecture Design Award; 2019 National AIA Institute Honor Award for Interior Architecture; and 2015 AIA Firm Achievement Award. The firm's work has been widely published including in the books "Highland Park - Alterstudio" from Oscar Riera Ojeda Publishers and "Alterstudio Architecture: 6 Houses" from Miami University Press. Alterstudio Architecture was inducted into the William S. Marvin Hall of Fame for Design Excellence in 2018.