Houston, Texas | Architect-Led Design Build
Experts in crafting homes
from first idea to move-in.
Step into our signature experience for building a custom home.
- Architect-led from day one
- Built around your lifestyle
- Trusted by Houston homeowners
Home Stories
The small decisions that make a home work.
- Kitchen
A Scullery Hidden Behind a Pocket Door
A second prep kitchen with its own sink and appliance garage, closed off by a pocket door so the cleanup stays out of view while you host.
- Renovation
Ductwork Hidden Inside the Window Seats
The owner asked to open up the space during framing, so we ran the new ductwork into window-seat benches that lift open for service later.
- Detail
Corner Guards That Protect the Island
Metal guards added to the corners of a finished kitchen island, protecting the edges from daily knocks.
- Tour
Inside a Finished Living Room
A walkthrough of a finished living room, with a marble fireplace, comfortable seating, and natural light from the garden doors.
- Process
Your Home, Built Around How You Live
Franco on why the work stays collaborative: the house belongs to your family, and it should reflect how you actually live.
Client Stories
What it's like to build with Franco.
A foundation of trust
“He was the first person in this industry we felt we could trust.”
Georgetown Residence
Building a home is a big undertaking. You won’t take it on alone.
Build the team early
Architect, builder, and designer aligned from day one
Design around real life
We study how your family actually lives before drawing plans
Eliminate surprises
Budget and design evolve together throughout the process
Homes
Inside the homes we've designed.
Client Reviews
“They set clear expectations and guided us through the process step-by-step, with regular updates on timing, inspections, and selections. The team provided stellar workmanship and maintained a great level of cleanliness. Franco made the process of designing and building a home as easy as it can be.”
Andrew & Sarah
Guides
What to know before you build or renovate.
Meet the Founder, Franco Albarran
The Design-Build Difference
When our clients face a complex site or brief, the process begins by listening to the land, the family, and the life they want to live.
The impulse to design and create are in my DNA. At an early age I learned the value of design aesthetics and craftsmanship to create something that lasts.
We look forward to learning about your site and vision.
