West Virginia Residential Architects Custom Mountain Homes & Renovations
Crafting innovative, site-responsive spaces in West Virginia and beyond.
Custom Residential Architecture Across West Virginia
GriD Architects brings modern, site-responsive design to West Virginia's mountains and valleys. Based in Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, our team has deep experience creating custom homes, artist retreats, and thoughtful renovations throughout West Virginia - from Berkeley Springs to Davis, and the Eastern Panhandle to the Allegheny Highlands. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of building in West Virginia: steep topography, dramatic views, rural building logistics, and the desire to create homes that feel both contemporary and deeply connected to place.
Whether you're envisioning a weekend retreat, a full-time mountain residence, or breathing new life into an existing property, we approach each project with the same design rigor and attention to detail that earned us the 2019 Chesapeake Bay AIA Honor Award.
Featured Houses in West Virginia
Highland House | Upper Tract, WVSignificant renovation of an existing mountain home, plus a custom sauna structure nestled in the woods. This project showcases our expertise in adaptive reuse—transforming older properties while respecting their history and enhancing their relationship to the site.
ridge house | berkeley springs, wvA compact artist retreat perched to capture sweeping valley views. Clad in standing seam metal panels, this modern structure demonstrates how thoughtful design can maximize impact on a modest footprint. The home serves as both living space and creative sanctuary, carefully sited to frame the landscape.
Sand Run House | Davis, WVAddition and comprehensive renovation to an existing log cabin for a skiing family. Located near Canaan Valley and Timberline ski resorts, this project honors the original structure while introducing modern functionality and connections to the surrounding forest. The design balances rustic character with contemporary comfort.
Grid Home | Customizable Prefab SystemCustomizable modular homes combining architectural design excellence with prefab efficiency. Site-responsive configurations, flexible finishes, and sustainable design starting in the mid $500k range. Ideal for West Virginia's mountain terrain and remote locations.
Mountainview House | Deep Creek Lake, MDWhile technically across the border in Maryland, this mountainside residence at Deep Creek Lake exemplifies our approach to high-country architecture. The home is designed with guest rooms below the main living spaces to accommodate the large spans of glass with views into the valley
River House | Harpers Ferry, WVRenovation and addition transforming a riverside cottage in Harpers Ferry. The design unifies the existing structure through two A-frame pavilions connected by a flat-roof seam. A rotated ridge on the new living space creates expansive glazing that captures dramatic Potomac River views.
Local Knowledge, Design Excellence
Our work across West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle, Potomac Highlands, and Allegheny regions has given us intimate knowledge of local building codes, contractor networks, and site-specific challenges. We navigate rural building logistics while maintaining the design standards of our award-winning practice.
We also maintain an active commercial practice in Wardensville, giving us established relationships with local contractors, engineers, and building officials throughout Hardy County and beyond.
Proximity & Accessibility
With offices in Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, we're ideally positioned to serve West Virginia clients. Regular site visits and hands-on project management ensure your home receives the attention it deserves, whether you're building in Berkeley Springs or deeper into the mountains near Davis.
Site-Responsive Design
West Virginia's topography demands architects who understand terrain. Steep sites, seasonal access, views, solar orientation, and integration with the natural landscape are central to our design process. We don't impose a predetermined aesthetic - we let the site guide the architecture.
Modern Design That Fits
Our approach is contemporary but never generic. We create homes that feel inevitable to their locations - using durable materials, honest detailing, and forms that respond to West Virginia's climate and character. The result is architecture that's both timeless and distinctly of its place.
Our West Virginia Residential Services
Custom Home Design – New construction tailored to your site, program, and budget
Renovations & Additions – Transforming existing homes, from log cabins to midcentury structures
Mountain Retreats – Weekend homes and artist studios designed for efficiency and impact
Adaptive Reuse – Breathing new life into barns, outbuildings, and historic structures
Site Planning – Working with challenging topography, access, and environmental considerations
Accessory Structures – Saunas, studios, guesthouses, and outbuildings
Areas We Serve in West Virginia
Berkeley Springs & Morgan County
Davis, Canaan Valley & Tucker County
Upper Tract & Pendleton County
Wardensville & Hardy County
Harpers Ferry & Jefferson County
Shepherdstown & the Eastern Panhandle
Deep Creek Lake border region