WELCOME TO CLAUDE C. LAPP ARCHITECTS
We are a distinguished and award-winning architectural firm specializing in the practice of custom residential architecture in the Washington, D.C. area. Our mission is to provide our clients with the highest-quality design suited for their lifestyles, expectations, and budget. Our versatility and imagination allow us to make your design dreams your reality.
Our Philosophy
Our vast resume and expertise of multi-disciplinary design services serve to enable us to work with you from concept to final product. We can design your project to fit within the historical confines of your particular area while including modern amenities and flow throughout the plan. Throughout the years we have established lasting relationships with some of the area's best builders. These relationships allow us to match clients with the right builder for their respective project.
Our Services
Claude C. Lapp, Architects specializes in the following services:
- Custom and speculative residential architecture
- Single-family design
- Large-and small-scale additions and renovations
- Historic preservation
- Townhomes
We have amassed hundreds of homes in our library and are ready to take on new and exciting challenges to meet your needs!
Our Team
After graduating with a B.S. in Architecture from The Catholic University of America in 1978, Claude ("Chris") went to work for a well-known residential firm, Patterson and Worland. It was through this apprenticeship and his six years of field experience in the construction industry that enabled Chris to then successfully establish his own firm, "Claude C. Lapp, Architects" in 1992. Chris is dedicated to working closely with his design team and insists on taking a hands-on approach with every single project. He is directly involved with the quality initiatives including design excellence and technical delivery. He is always taking continuing education courses to better his knowledge of the ever-changing construction industry.
What They're Saying
We work with our clients to achieve a level of detail that falls within their budget. Throughout the years, our excellent craftsmanship has been acknowledged with top awards.
Award-Winning Design
Throughout the years, our excellent craftsmanship has been acknowledged with top awards. We have received numerous awards for our work, including the Best of Bethesda 2013-2020 Readers' Pick, Runner Up, Best Architect, and the Best of Houzz 2014-2020 Design & Service.
Overview of Reviews
The reviews of Claude C. Lapp Architects, LLC are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the team's professionalism, creativity, and ability to deliver high-quality designs.
Design Quality and Attention to Detail
The reviewers praised the team's ability to create beautiful and functional designs that fit the client's needs and vision. They emphasized that the team is very professional, intelligent, and reasonable, and that they are able to articulate the client's vision into a home design that is tailored to fit their needs.
Working with the Team
The reviewers also praised the team's responsiveness, creativity, and ability to work well with clients. They mentioned that working with the team is an absolute pleasure and that they are very client-focused.
Minor Caveat
One minor caveat mentioned by one reviewer is that the team relies on a team of architects to perform some of the bulk/manual work, which may require a few iterations to get to the final product. However, this is a minor issue that is not expected to affect most clients.
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