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# Richard Swann Architect

Original Houzz profile: [Richard Swann Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/richard-swann-architect-pfvwus-pf~1006698337)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Fairfield, CT
- **Serves:** Bridgeport, Norwalk, East Norwalk, Fairfield, Stratford, Milford, Trumbull, Westport, Wilton, Redding, Easton, Greens Farms, Southport, Georgetown, Weston, Cannondale, New York
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 500 Ideabook Saves

Richard Swann, AIA, is a registered architect in Connecticut and New York. He received a Master of Architecture degree from the University of California at Berkeley, a certificate from the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

Rick’s firm is an independent practice devoted almost exclusively to private residences. Reflecting an appreciation for eclectic design, many of his projects have been shingle-style homes and beach cottages. Swann is also well versed with the New England vernacular, and the classical Georgian or Greek-revival model. He strives to fit solutions to problems, listening to clients' needs and wishes—not working in a single signature style.

Most of Rick’s projects incorporate open, airy, sunlit and comfortable – almost contemporary interiors for informal living. He tries to bring as much empathy and insight to "interior architecture"—kitchens, baths, interior finishes and specifications—as to the structural architecture itself.

Rick has designed homes most recently in Greenwich, Westport, Southport, Fairfield, Darien, New Canaan, Rowayton, Stamford and Scarsdale.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Floor Plans
- Space Planning
- Universal Design
- Custom Homes

### Areas Served

- Bridgeport
- Norwalk
- East Norwalk
- Fairfield
- Stratford
- Milford
- Trumbull
- Westport
- Wilton
- Redding
- Easton
- Greens Farms
- Southport
- Georgetown
- Weston
- Cannondale
- New York

### Typical Job Cost

$100,000 - 5 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Richard Swann Architect |
| Address | Fairfield, Connecticut, United States |
| Phone | (203) 255-6778 |
| Website | http://swannarchitect.com/ |
| Followers on Houzz | 27 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/richardswannarchitect/
- Blog — http://www.swannarchitect.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Richard Swann Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/richard-swann-architect-pfvwus-pf~1006698337)
- **Website:** http://swannarchitect.com/
- **Phone:** (203) 255-6778

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- At Home Magazine A-List Award 2014

**Affiliations**
- [AIA Connecticut](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-connecticut-pfvwus-pf~26283011)
- [AIA New York State](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-new-york-state-pfvwus-pf~345574433)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review**

### All 1 review

**★★★★★ — Segerson Builders, July 2017**

> Tallman Segerson Builders has enjoyed working with Rick Swann on several projects. Always exceptionally professional and well organized, Rick's designs are architecturally unique and beautiful. As builders, we appreciate Rick's extensive documentation and attention to detail, while clients appreciate Rick's ability to listen and execute. Tallman Segerson is always proud to be a team member with such an exceptional firm.

## Selected projects

- [Cove Road, Old Greenwich](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cove-road-old-greenwich-pj-vj~5533646)
  - Location: Greenwich, CT
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Shingle-style gambrel roofs help control the scale of the house, where FEMA-mandated floor heights pushed up the overall permitted roof height. Features include modern amenities and transitional interiors in the gathering-room, stair hall and kitchen, with a breakfast room in an angled bay, focused on Manhattan views in the distance.
- [Saugatuck Shores, Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saugatuck-shores-contemporary-pj-vj~5537866)
  - Location: Westport, CT
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: This new construction was built over the footprint of the original home which was lost during Storm Sandy. It was built for collectors of mid-century modern furniture, who wanted a dramatic space for their expanding collection. The double-height glass looks north, toward the mouth of the Saugatuck river.
- [Shippan Point Waterfront](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shippan-point-waterfront-pj-vj~5534040)
  - Location: Stamford, CT
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: This shingle style home on Long Island Sound began as a turn-of-the-century eclectic summer house - see architectural renderings. It was adapted for year round living by extending the porches to wrap around to a modest addition, restoring the wonderful architectural details and creating new interiors.
- [Rowayton Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rowayton-cottage-pj-vj~5533891)
  - Location: Norwalk, CT
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: This modest "vernacular" shingle style with open rafter tails features a fully open first floor plan including an open kitchen, dining and gathering room.
- [Lucas Cove, Old Greenwich](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lucas-cove-old-greenwich-pj-vj~5534139)
  - Location: Greenwich, CT
  - Photos: 6
- [Scarsdale Georgian](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scarsdale-georgian-pj-vj~5536435)
  - Location: Scarsdale, NY
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: This home was designed for clients who preferred a very traditional colonial composition, but wished for a very contemporary modern interior. The tall ceilings and tall triple windows brought in great amounts of natural light that highlighted the modern interior.
- [Fairfield Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fairfield-beach-house-pj-vj~5537797)
  - Location: Fairfield, CT
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: This new-construction beach house stood on a narrow lot, sandwiched in between pretty tall homes on either side; the design sweeps primary roof eaves down over the entry/garage (below the FEMA flood line). The owners - collectors of mid-century modern furniture - wanted very minimalist interiors.
- [Georgian Colonial, Greenwich](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/georgian-colonial-greenwich-pj-vj~5536519)
  - Location: Greenwich, CT
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: This new construction in Greenwich, CT is nestled in a narrow parcel. This brick Georgian Colonial features a brick exterior, slate roof, brick chimneys and traditional black shutters, The summertime facade conceals a three car garage on the left.
- [Stamford Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stamford-beach-house-pj-vj~5537915)
  - Location: Stamford, CT
  - Photos: 1
- [Indian Cove, Guilford](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-cove-guilford-pj-vj~5537846)
  - Location: Guilford, CT
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: This new shingle style beach house features a sweeping roof and wrap around porch highlighting water views.
- [Southport Shingle Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southport-shingle-style-pj-vj~5536476)
  - Location: Fairfield, CT
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: This project is a remodeled ranch that included a second floor, executed as a "new suite of clothes". Included is a second floor, breakfast-room accent window, new dormers and a new roof.
- [Residential Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-projects-pj-vj~2353331)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7

[See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/richard-swann-architect-pfvwus-pf~1006698337)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-12.*