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Cooperative relationships build strong professional ties

Creating exceptional homes, together

With three generations of architecture tradition, our professional relationships run deep.

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Working with builders

Working with talented home builders is a distinct privilege.

We collaborate with builders by providing the following services:

Working with builders

Working with talented home builders is a distinct privilege, and we honor those relationships by providing builders with these services.

Planning & Support Services

At Houghland Architecture, we like to empower you to dream big. Let us help you realize your development vision with services that support your goals from the early planning stages through to project completion. 


  • Master planning, site studies, and building type studies
  • Zoning and building code analysis
  • Phasing options and density studies
  • Marketing and financial support document preparation
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a row of houses are lined up next to each other on a sunny day .

Custom Residential

We assist builders at the beginning, middle and end, working in close collaboration while guiding clients through the design process.  We have developed a straightforward process that moves decisions along at a steady and reliable pace.


  • Semi-custom homes (often variations of previous projects)
  • High-end custom homes
  • Infill development
  • Renovations and additions
  • Site utilization studies (getting the most out of a lot)


Production Residential

Large-scale residential planning can create vibrant neighborhoods lined with gracious homes. We help developers build that dream with professional support services.


  • Site fit studies
  • Single Family Homes
  • Duplexes
  • Triplexes
  • Townhomes and condominiums
  • Elevation options
  • Streetscape studies
  • Area, volume, and quantity calculations
  • Energy modeling
  • Photorealistic renderings


a row of houses with cars parked in front of them
a row of houses are lined up next to each other on a sunny day .

Commercial & Multifamily

Commercial and multi-use spaces are essential to functional cities and towns, and informed planning plays a vital role in their development. We support your commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily projects with expert consulting services.


  • Mixed-use—retail with apartments above
  • Office buildings
  • Retail and office
  • Condominiums and townhouses
  • Recreational and neighborhood facilities


Kind words from a happy client:


"Gray Houghland is a consummate architect.  His plans are thoughtful, precisely buildable, authentically detailed, and creative.  He is also a total old-school gentleman.  He has our highest endorsement."


Marc Bickler, Chelsea Design Build


Ready to start planning homes and neighborhoods that sell?


Ready to start planning homes and neighborhoods that sell?

Call Gray at 704.650.1148