Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Custom Home Builder in Great Falls, VA
AV Architects & Builders has been crafting modern custom homes in Northern Virginia since 2001. Founded by husband-and-wife team Tony and Francisca Alonso, our firm combines architectural expertise with construction excellence to deliver seamless design-build solutions. We specialize in Vacation Style Living, a philosophy that emphasizes indoor-outdoor connectivity and purposeful design tailored to each client's lifestyle. With over 24 years of experience and 38 years of local residency, we provide turnkey services including land acquisition, architectural design, and construction management.Our commitment to health-focused spaces, family-centric layouts, and legacy-building construction has earned us recognition as NOVA's Top Architect-Led Design-Build Firm. As licensed architects in VA/MD/DC and Class A Contractors in Virginia, we maintain rigorous quality standards while fostering lasting client relationships through transparent communication and innovative problem-solving.
Services
Custom Home Design-Build
Modern Renovation
Fast Track Modern
Real Estate Services
Architect-Led Design-Build
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 24+ years of Northern Virginia custom home expertise
- Architect-led design-build process ensures cohesive vision
- Licensed realtor available for land acquisition
- Focus on health-conscious, sustainable design principles
- Award-winning designs featured in NOVA publications
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Architects in VA, MD, DC
- Class A Contractors in Virginia
- Registered Home Builders in Maryland
What people say
Best built new home
Unique and special
Smooth and straightforward
Delight to work with
Vision transformed into reality
Services
Custom Home Design-Build
Our Custom Home Design-Build service creates tailored residences that break free from conventional housing limitations. This comprehensive solution includes architectural design, construction management, and land acquisition assistance. Clients benefit from our architect-led approach that maintains design integrity throughout construction while ensuring accurate budgeting through early-phase planning.
Modern Renovation
Transform traditional homes into contemporary masterpieces through structural modifications and architectural upgrades. Our renovation process includes ceiling height adjustments, wall removal, window expansion, and outdoor space integration. We specialize in creating cohesive modern layouts while preserving desirable location advantages for homeowners unwilling to relocate.
Fast Track Modern
Streamlined semi-custom home solutions combine efficiency with modern design aesthetics. This service offers pre-designed floorplans with limited customization options, reducing decision-making burden while maintaining high-quality construction standards. Ideal for clients seeking modern living spaces with accelerated timelines compared to fully custom builds.
Real Estate Services
Comprehensive real estate support includes land acquisition for custom builds, existing home sales, and move-in-ready property purchases. Our licensed realtor team evaluates properties for buildability potential while providing market expertise across Northern Virginia. This service ensures seamless integration with design and construction planning.
Architect-Led Design-Build
Our specialized design-build methodology places architects at the project's helm throughout all phases. This approach guarantees design consistency, enables precise structural planning, and facilitates accurate cost estimation from initial concept. Clients receive continuous architectural oversight that maintains vision integrity during construction execution.
People
Francisca Alonso
CEO, Co-Founder, Realtor
With nearly 30 years of experience in architecture and construction, Francisca leads AV Architects + Builders' turnkey process. As a licensed realtor and author, she specializes in integrating land acquisition, design, and construction under one roof while mentoring women in STEM fields.
Antonio Alonso
Lead Architect, Vice President
A licensed architect with 30 years of residential design expertise, Tony focuses on creating functional spaces that enhance daily living. He emphasizes intentional design and natural integration in every project, leveraging his architectural background to maintain aesthetic and structural excellence.
Questions
What sets your custom homes apart from other builders?
Our architect-led design-build approach ensures cohesive vision from concept to completion, with a focus on Vacation Style Living principles that create purposeful, nature-connected spaces.
Do you help with finding land for custom homes?
Yes, CEO Francisca Alonso is a licensed realtor who specializes in land acquisition, evaluating properties for buildability and ensuring optimal site selection for custom projects.
What is your construction timeline for custom homes?
Custom home projects typically take 18-24 months from start to finish, with semi-custom options available in 12-18 months through our Fast Track Modern service.
Can you modernize existing traditional homes?
Our Modern Renovation service specializes in transforming traditional homes through structural changes like ceiling height adjustments, wall removal, and outdoor space integration.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Northern Virginia including Great Falls, McLean, and Tysons, as well as Bethesda, Potomac, and Chevy Chase in Maryland.
How do you handle project visualization?
We use 3D modeling and virtual reality technology to help clients experience their home designs before construction begins, ensuring clear understanding of the final product.
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