Business Details
5 Years
experience
Custom Mountain Homes & Architectural Design in NC & SC
Founded in 2021, Architectural Studio PLLC specializes in creating custom mountain-style homes with timeless elegance across North and South Carolina. Our full-service approach spans architectural design, interior design, and construction management, emphasizing client collaboration through immersive design charrettes. We serve prestigious mountain communities, blending traditional and contemporary styles while prioritizing sustainable practices as members of the Western North Carolina Green Building Council. Our team delivers tailored solutions from initial concept to project completion, ensuring every home reflects the client's unique vision and lifestyle. 
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Custom Homes
Sustainable Design
Construction Management
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We offer full-service architectural and interior design from concept to completion.
- Our client-driven design charrettes ensure personalized, collaborative outcomes.
- Expertise in mountain, traditional, European, and classical architectural styles.
- Comprehensive documentation includes detailed construction and interior specifications.
- Committed to sustainable design through membership in the Green Building Council.
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design service creates custom mountain-style homes tailored to client preferences and natural landscapes. We specialize in traditional, European, and classical styles, ensuring each project blends timeless elegance with functional modernity. Our process includes detailed site analysis and client collaboration to deliver unique, contextually appropriate solutions.
Interior Design
Interior design services focus on creating cohesive, luxurious living spaces that complement architectural elements. We handle fixture selection, cabinetry, furnishings, and decorative details to enhance comfort and aesthetics. Our approach ensures interiors reflect client personalities while maintaining harmony with the home's architectural style and surroundings.
Custom Homes
Custom home design emphasizes personalized solutions for vacation properties, estates, and luxury residences. We work closely with clients to develop unique floor plans, exterior elevations, and site-specific features. Our expertise ensures each home meets exacting standards for craftsmanship, functionality, and integration with mountain environments.
Sustainable Design
Sustainable design practices minimize environmental impact while enhancing home performance. As members of the Western North Carolina Green Building Council, we incorporate energy-efficient systems, eco-friendly materials, and land conservation principles. Our approach balances ecological responsibility with aesthetic and functional requirements for mountain living.
Construction Management
Construction management ensures seamless execution of design plans through all project phases. We provide bid assistance, contractor negotiations, and on-site observation to maintain quality standards. Our comprehensive oversight includes reviewing pay applications and ensuring adherence to specifications for timely, budget-conscious project completion.
People
Shawn Leatherwood
Owner / Architect
Shawn Leatherwood, AIA, leads Architectural Studio with over two decades of experience in luxury residential design. He specializes in mountain-style homes that combine timeless elegance with client-specific needs. Shawn emphasizes collaborative design processes and sustainable practices to deliver exceptional custom residences.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in mountain-style homes with timeless elegance, including traditional, European, classical, and contemporary designs tailored to client preferences.
Do you work outside North Carolina?
While based in North Carolina, we serve mountain communities in South Carolina and collaborate with clients nationwide through remote communication.
How involved will I be in the design process?
Clients participate in three-day design charrettes where we develop concepts collaboratively using your vision, site surveys, and inspirational imagery.
Do you offer interior design services?
Yes, our full-service approach includes interior design with fixture selection, cabinetry, furnishings, and decorative elements that complement architectural designs.
Are sustainable design practices included?
As Green Building Council members, we integrate sustainable materials, energy efficiency, and land conservation principles into every project.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Asheville, Hendersonville, Waynesville, and surrounding mountain communities in North and South Carolina.
