As a full-service architecture firm specializing in unique and custom homes and renovations, Ballard + Mensua Architecture offers far more than the typical architecture firm. They will manage the entire project, from interior design, architecture, landscaping and hardscaping to finding and managing the contractor and subs from concept through completion. “Many architects just issue a permit set and do the outside architecture and get out of the project,” says Ballard + Mensua architect and principal Seth Ballard. “We believe it is important to have an architect as the point person for the project and have everything go through us.”
Ballard + Mensua’s process is designed to help their clients make every decision on a cost-informed and design-option-informed basis. Their goal is to manage dreams within the reality of budget. “Many builders and even some architects limit owner choice and information,” says Ballard. “We keep our clients very informed. We are happy to make all of the decisions or to provide detailed information for clients that want to be more involved in design.”
What makes it all worthwhile for the Ballard + Mensua team is seeing their clients’ happiness and pride when showing off the firm’s work. They provide homes that function and flow better, with organized spaces for all of the living and working and playing that families do in their homes. “We work to make dreams come true and love to see the good effects of properly designed homes with good chi,” says Ballard.
Awards/Honors:
Arlington Magazine Winner, Best Architect 2016, 2020
Arlington Magazine Top Vote Getter, Best Architect 2018, 2022
Northern Virginia magazine “Best of Northern Virginia” 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
DC Magazine—Best of DC 2023, Luxe List 2024
Best of Houzz 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022
Build magazine “Best Residential Architect” 2019, 2020, 2021