Elevate Your Brand with Powerful, Creative Designs
At Altura Architects, we are committed to creating inspired and thoughtful buildings in our mountain region that serve the greater good, reflect their natural settings, and uplift the human spirit. Our mission is to create spaces that reflect the unique aspirations of each client while minimizing the environmental impact of the buildings we design. We do this by collaborating with our clients, partners, and community; incorporating sustainable design principles; and working intentionally with the surrounding landscape.
Our Purpose
We believe that our contributions to the built environment should be environmentally sustainable, conserving resources and energy consumption. We strive to create architecture that has a timeless aesthetic, respects the land, and appeals through multiple generations. We aim to be trusted guides for our clients through the design and construction of a project. Our studio specializes in custom residential and commercial architecture, and we tailor each project to the unique individual or community through a collaborative process.
Our Services
Our services include custom residential and commercial architecture, sustainable design, and green building. We recognize that construction of our buildings has a lasting impact on the land and landscape around us, as well as our personal health and well-being of our larger community. We have been committed to green building for over 30 years, and sustainable design continues to be a core value of every project.
Our Values
Our values come from our firm's character and heart. They lead us in our decisions and actions with our clients, with our coworkers, and with our community. Our values are fundamental to how we run our business now and in the future. We are deeply committed to meeting and serving the needs of our clients, our community, and each other. We love the new, and we seek out new opportunities to create, invent, and innovate. We believe that creativity is transforming a discovery into an idea, and the idea into its potential. We are proud of our accomplishments and are committed to the highest level of detail and execution.
Our Team
Our team is comprised of experienced and talented architects, designers, and staff who share our passion for sustainable design and commitment to our clients. We work together to create inspired and thoughtful buildings that serve the greater good.
Overall Experience
The reviews shared by homeowners and professionals in the architecture and design industry praise Samsel/Altura Architects for their exceptional work in designing and building homes and commercial projects. The firms' attention to detail, creativity, and commitment to environmental sustainability have led to the creation of beautiful and functional spaces that exceed clients' expectations.
Design Phase
The design phase is highlighted as a crucial aspect of the collaboration between clients and architects. Samsel/Altura Architects are credited with listening closely to clients' needs and feedback, proposing creative design alternatives, and offering valuable insights from multiple perspectives. The firms' willingness to adapt to changing circumstances and client needs has resulted in successful project outcomes.
Construction Phase
The construction phase is also praised for its attention to detail and quality of work. Samsel/Altura Architects are commended for their professionalism, responsiveness, and approachability, making the process comfortable and enjoyable for clients.
Team and Culture
The owners of Samsel/Altura Architects, Nathan and Duncan, are acknowledged for creating a firm with a wonderful culture. The staff are described as creative, professional, and joyful to work with, making the design process a pleasure.
Community Involvement
The firm's commitment to the community is highlighted through their involvement in various projects with the Town of Wilkesboro and collaborations with Osgood Landscape Architecture.
Client Testimonials
The reviews praise the firms' attention to detail, creativity, and commitment to environmental sustainability, resulting in the creation of beautiful and functional spaces that exceed clients' expectations.
Long-term Satisfaction
The homeowners who have worked with Samsel/Altura Architects are thrilled with their designs and would change virtually nothing. Some have even referred to their homes as "forever in debt" to the firm for their exceptional work.
