--- title: "Contadino Architects AIA — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/contadino-architects-aia-pfvwus-pf~1040798856 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1040798856.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Contadino Architects AIA" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/9af397ec01ed3622_0060-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "436 E. Putnam Ave, Cos Cob, Connecticut 06807, United States" latitude: 41.053 longitude: -73.5935 phone: "(203) 861-9007" website: http://www.contadinoarchitects.com rating: 5 review_count: 8 followers: 72 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Contadino Architects AIA Original Houzz profile: [Contadino Architects AIA](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/contadino-architects-aia-pfvwus-pf~1040798856) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Cos Cob, CT - **Serves:** Stamford, North Stamford, Norwalk, Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan, Riverside, Cos Cob, Old Greenwich, Byram, Glenville, Armonk, Port Chester, Purchase, Rye, Rye Brook, Scarsdale, White Plains - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (8 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Contadino Architects actively listen to your unique design aspirations and extend a personal commitment to fully understand your design requirements, share your enthusiasm, and exceed your expectations. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Drafting - Barn Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Basement Design - Deck Design - Site Preparation - Laundry Room Design - Construction Drawings ### Areas Served - Stamford - North Stamford - Norwalk - Greenwich - Darien - New Canaan - Riverside - Cos Cob - Old Greenwich - Byram - Glenville - Armonk - Port Chester - Purchase - Rye - Rye Brook - Scarsdale - White Plains ### Typical Job Cost $20,000 - 8,000,000 A typical job cost can vary greatly and we are open to a range of projects. Architectural fees are separate from job costs and are determined by the project and what it requires. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Contadino Architects AIA | | Address | 436 E. Putnam Ave, Cos Cob, Connecticut 06807, United States | | Phone | (203) 861-9007 | | Website | http://www.contadinoarchitects.com | | License Number | 30070207 | | Followers on Houzz | 72 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Contadino Architects AIA](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/contadino-architects-aia-pfvwus-pf~1040798856) - **Website:** http://www.contadinoarchitects.com - **Phone:** (203) 861-9007 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - AIA, NCARB ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 8 reviews** ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — ERIKA BANACH, July 2020** > Lou and his team were instrumental a lot upgrading our 1950s home that was originally designed by my grandfather. He helped us adapt and maintain the important character of the house. We have been living in our renovated home for about a year and loving every minute. Lou was incredibly responsive and provided no nonsense feedback that kept us on budget and on time. Highly recommend his experienced team! **★★★★★ — Jonathan Ryckman, March 2017** > Lou did a great job for us. We were not sure how to proceed on renovating our house and he showed us the way. We did a full remodel / expansion and Lou's designs transformed our home. His drawings were brought to life without us suffering through multiple iterations. Incorporated feedback, real pleasure to work with. **★★★★★ — Ana Milititsky Design LLC, Jan. 2017** > Louis is a great architect and it was really a pleasure to work on the project and have my house designed by him. Louis paid attention to all our ideas, and tried to incorporate them the all with great taste. He is very serious on his work, but pretty fun to hang with. We have been working on other projects together, as I work as an Interior Designer, and it is always nice to have him involved on the project. **★★★★★ — Andrea Crikelair, Jan. 2017** > Lou allows the owner to put their dreams onto paper within the confines of sound architectural advice. He is a delight to work with and a wonderful advisor on projects and new builds. Highly recommended ! **★★★★★ — D. Richard Rowland, Jan. 2017** > Contadino Architects has been our exclusive architect for the past 22 years. Our company builds high-end single-family homes in Greenwich, Ct. Lou Contadino and his associates are outstanding professionals. They are very creative with regard to architectural design and are very easy to work with. Most importantly, they listen carefully to our goals and challenges for each project and they respond in a thoughtful, creative manner. Thanks to the superior quality of their work, our company received the award for the Best Spec Home in excess of $6 million in the State of Connecticut in 2014 from the Connecticut Homebuilders Association, and we received the award for the Best Spec Home in the $8-10 million range for 2016. These two projects were written up in articles in Modern Home Builder, one of the largest print magazines covering the homebuilding industry in the United States. I would not hesitate to give Lou and his team our strongest recommendation. > > D. Richard Rowland > President > BSF Properties, Inc **★★★★★ — John Jack McAuliffe, Jan. 2017** > My wife and I hired Lou Contadino and his architectural team to build our waterfront home in the Belle Haven,Greenwich,Ct...(an $8 mil project) > Lou and his team were and are just great-"second to none". an absolute pleasure to work with...From start to finish..they designed and supervised the project 24/7....Lou has a " God given creative ability and great common sense".....Lou understands what the homeowner wants and is able to create and deliver on time and within a budget.... > I call Lou the Robert Stern of Greenwich at 1/4 of the price... > John Jack McAuliffe **★★★★★ — Kristine McCue, Jan. 2017** > Contadino Architects was very professional, detailed and very accommodating with this demanding client. Quick replies with emails and > creative solutions provided a very comfortable project process. > Also, a great Team approach working with Clients and Contractor. > We highly recommend Contadino Architects !! > Clients : The McCues , Greenwich, CT area. **★★★★★ — john avellino, Dec. 2016** > Beyond our commendation for their successful, creative (especially budgetary) and timely completion of our home and a second project, a planned addition to an income-producing property, we appreciate Contadino Architects, led by Louis Contadino, for their practicality, sincerity, professionalism and spirit. Through every step of each project, their talented, practical application of designing principles to achieve consistent scale, pleasing proportions and balance, complemented by their attention to details and enhancements, underpin the many reasons why we intend to continue our relationship with Contadino and to turn to them as our new needs develop ## Selected projects - [Shingle Style House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shingle-style-house-pj-vj~5626655) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 8 - [Milbrook House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/milbrook-house-pj-vj~2938356) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 15 - Description: Renovation of the existing office and dining room. Relocation of kitchen to rear and renovation of existing family room with new fireplace and improved built-ins and bar area. This house featured all new large rear exterior contemporary windows with black frames. - [Lake Ave House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-ave-house-pj-vj~934478) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 15 - Description: HOBI Award winning home in the spec houses over $6 million category - [House in Belle Haven](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-in-belle-haven-pj-vj~476622) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 32 - [Riverside Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverside-residence-pj-vj~1722637) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 16 - [Greenwich, CT Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenwich-ct-residence-pj-vj~574052) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 17 - [Old Greenwich Custom Waterfront](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-greenwich-custom-waterfront-pj-vj~1709855) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 16 - [Nantucket style Colonial](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nantucket-style-colonial-pj-vj~1868011) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 37 - [Pool Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-renovation-pj-vj~489150) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 3 - [Georgian Colonial](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/georgian-colonial-pj-vj~1320794) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 16 - [Stamford Waterfront House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stamford-waterfront-house-pj-vj~5626647) - Location: Stamford, CT - Photos: 5 - [Stamford Waterfront](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stamford-waterfront-pj-vj~876052) - Location: Stamford, CT - Photos: 4 - [Brick Georgian Colonial](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brick-georgian-colonial-pj-vj~1599472) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 13 - [Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interiors-pj-vj~467811) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 10 - [House in Riverside](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-in-riverside-pj-vj~472372) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 22 - [Stamford Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stamford-renovation-pj-vj~1689141) - Location: Stamford, CT - Photos: 13 - [Greenwich Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenwich-renovation-pj-vj~391219) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 26 - [Split Colonial Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/split-colonial-renovation-pj-vj~876495) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 3 - [Greenwich Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenwich-remodel-pj-vj~929074) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 7 - [Milbank Town Houses](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/milbank-town-houses-pj-vj~879296) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 5 [See all 20 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/contadino-architects-aia-pfvwus-pf~1040798856) ## Ideabooks - [Exteriors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27836105/list/exteriors) — 12 ideas - [Barns](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65627293/list/barns) — 16 ideas - [Dormers/Entry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65579764/list/dormers-entry) — 6 ideas - [Kitchen Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24445477/list/kitchen-ideas) — 5 ideas - [Interesting/New](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53825247/list/interesting-new) — 1 idea - [Portico Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28312343/list/portico-ideas) — 5 ideas - [Client Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24403736/list/client-ideas) — 5 ideas [See all 7 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/webuser-65696) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*