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Tripp DeFalco AIA, owner of DeFalco Home Design, was voted Best Architect in the 2022 and 2024 Arlington Magazine Reader's Poll. Thanks to all who voted!
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We are proud to have been selected as a Best of Houzz.com 2022 Design Award and 2023 & 2025 Service Awards winner. Please check out our Houzz.com page for more pictures and in depth project overviews!
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Tripp did an exceptional job of listening to our project wish list during the design phase. He 100% embraced our overall goal of making our addition seamlessly blend with our existing house. When you look at our house today, you cannot tell where the addition is, which is unusual especially around Arlington, VA, where so many home have additions and renovations. The flow on the inside of the house is natural and fits with the overall character of the home. We hired Tripp to stay on throughout the build phase of the home and he added invaluable support and direction to the builder. Home building can be emotional, and he helped us stay focused on the key project milestones and the big picture. He participated in weekly meetings with the builder and patiently answered our many questions along the way in a timely manner. He also made suggestions on brands of products we should consider which were high quality, while staying within our budget and overall design goals. During the RFP process, we reviewed five proposals which he oversaw including participating in the interview process with builders. Lastly, he handled the process of obtaining permits which was efficient. Overall, we could not have been happier with his professionalism, expertise, and overall team approach from day 1 to the end of the project. Home building is stressful and without his guidance, we feel it would have been far harder to achieve the results we wanted in our home renovation.,
Meg & Kyriakos
Addition, Arlington
Our experience working with Tripp was great. We felt that the design of the house was quite unique. The big open spaces with high ceilings and panorama windows are just some of our favorite features. Tripp had great attention to detail when he designed it. From the amount of natural light, to how the rooms seemingly blends in together. We wouldn't a change a thing and would hire Tripp again any day. We constantly get compliments on the house.
Lars & Julie
New Home, Arlington
We have been working with Tripp over the last few months to design a large addition and renovation to our current home. Tripp is clearly knowledgeable about the entire design and build process and has not only helped turn our vague thoughts and requirements into our dream home but has also been a great source of information and comfort through the entire process. While he’s friendly, personable, and incredibly easy to work with he’s also been incredibly good about helping guide us in the right direction, utilizing his experience to educate us and provide options to achieve our objectives. Tripp’s communication is thorough, responsive, and always with the intent to meet our needs and ensure we are going to get the house that will make our family happy . We loved his designs and creative ideas to meet our goals for our home and he was always fast through every step. We will miss our kitchen table visits with Tripp when he would deliver his amazing designs, but will always be thankful for the home he helped make for us. We have close friends who are both builders and realtors and everyone has consistently provided positive feedback in their experience with Tripp. I would confidently recommend DeFalco Home Design to a friend or anyone considering considering an architect.
Jo & Brock
Major Renovation, Arlington
I had been working with Tripp since 2016 in trying to find my "dream house" and while it took longer than I expected to find everything I wanted, I was absolutely blown away with the finished product. The greatest part of the experience was working with Tripp and his team every step of the way. Specifically, I struggled to understand his "completed vision" in the early stages, but allowing and believing in his professional expertise and discretion was greatest part of entire design experience. Candidly, I did not appreciate how amazing the finished build exterior and interior layout would all come together in way I could not understand in the beginning. While I struggled at first to see how amazing the finished build would end, I am greatly appreciative for trusting his decision making every step of way and highly encourage anyone else considering working with Tripp to do the same!
Chris
New Home, Arlington
Tripp has been outstanding from the first meeting my wife and I had with him, He is very knowledgeable and really got us excited about the rebuild on our current lot. Whenever we had questions, and there were plenty, Tripp was there with an answer usually within hours of an email being sent. His answers to our questions have guided us through our rebuild project and also given us ideas that we more than likely would not have come up with on our own. We can not recommend DeFalco Home Design highly enough.
Brynn & Brian
New Home, Arlington
Tripp is an inspired architect. His design for our home is one of the most impressive I have seen, and I can say that objectively as someone who considers architecture and interior design to be a hobby. I have toured countless homes over the years and Tripp's vision blew me away. But the home is not only stunning visually -- it also feels like a home and the layout is very purposeful. Not a day goes by where I am not amazed by certain elements of the design and the eye for detail. People (and not just friends/family) rave about the look of the home whenever they see it for the first time. Finally, and just as important, Tripp is great to work with and certainly knows exactly what he is doing based on his wealth of design and construction experience. I would highly recommend Tripp, and feel free to contact me with any questions or additional information about my home.
Shawn & Kelly
New Home, Arlington
Tripp was essential to our new home build project -- from drafting the preliminary design to the final walk through. He handled drafting the design, permitting, bidding, and weekly reviews of the construction. He stayed within his stated budget. Building a home from scratch can be overwhelming, and Tripp has a good sense of timing in terms of keeping the project moving while maintaining a manageable decision-making schedule for the client. Tripp provided us with creative and, just as importantly, practical solutions to not only space planning but also implementing our design vision. He listened to us, responded to our concerns, and he was professional and pleasant throughout the project. His plans were clear and able to be followed. He is very adept at translating between builder and client. Highly recommend.
Justin & Mary Chris
New Home, Arlington
When my wife and I decided to embark on one of the most significant expenditures of our lives, we were both thrilled and a bit terrified. With no prior experience in rebuilding, the journey seemed daunting. However, working with Tripp turned this daunting task into a delightful experience for our entire family.
**The Process**
From the get-go, Tripp made the process incredibly easy for us, including our two kids. He ensured everyone felt heard, and the final product beautifully reflected all our voices. Trip alleviated our fears right away. He visited our house, measured everything meticulously, and sent us a series of questions to understand our preferences better. We also sent him pictures of design ideas we liked and explained why we liked them.
**First Impressions and Drawings**
To our astonishment, Tripp quickly came up with drawings that perfectly captured our family's shared vision. The speed and quality of the first set of drawings were truly impressive. It felt like Tripp had read our minds, and we immediately knew where we were headed. If I had to guess, I'd say those initial drawings were about 80% of the final product.
**Design Decisions**
We opted to make many decisions ourselves regarding finishes and fixtures instead of hiring an interior designer. The clarity and detail in Tripp’s drawings made this process much easier, as we could visualize how each decision would play out early on.
**Navigating Arlington’s Regulations**
Arlington is known for its stringent approval process, but Tripp’s expertise shone through. From day one, he was mindful of potential land issues that could affect our plans. His understanding of Arlington’s permitting process and his proactive approach helped us avoid virtually all problems, allowing us to start our project on time without any hitches.
**Collaboration with Alair Builders**
Working with Tripp in combination with our builder Alair was an amazing experience. Their synergy ensured everything ran smoothly, and the result was nothing short of spectacular.
**Conclusion**
If you are considering an architect, you can't do better than Tripp. His ability to listen, his promptness, and his deep understanding of the regulatory landscape make him a top choice. Our dream home stands as a testament to his incredible skills and dedication.
Elaine & Michael
Renovation, Arlington
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