--- title: "Peter Zimmerman Architects — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/peter-zimmerman-architects-pfvwus-pf~1292078081 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1292078081.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Peter Zimmerman Architects" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/35832136004de56f_8614-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "828 Old Lancaster Rd., Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312, United States" latitude: 40.0412 longitude: -75.4475 phone: "(610) 647-6970" website: https://peterzimmermanarchitects.houzzsite.com rating: 5 review_count: 32 years_in_business: 38 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 1669 last_updated: 2026-09-05 --- # Peter Zimmerman Architects > National Award-Winning Architecture Firm Original Houzz profile: [Peter Zimmerman Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/peter-zimmerman-architects-pfvwus-pf~1292078081) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Berwyn, PA - **Serves:** Norristown, Radnor, West Goshen, Glen Mills, West Chester, Phoenixville, Ardmore, Lansdowne, Conshohocken, Audubon, Villanova, Glenolden, Plymouth Meeting, Blue Bell, Penn Wynne, Paoli, Media, Bryn Mawr, Trooper, Collegeville, Narberth, Malvern, West Conshohocken, Wayne, Springfield, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, National, New Jersey, New York, USA, Virginia - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (32 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Online consultation - 38 years in business - Verified Hires ### Business highlights - Best of Houzz winner - 38 years in business - Online consultation - 2 Verified Hires Peter Zimmerman Architects, an award winning firm, founded in 1982, is a full service residential design firm. Our firm has produced an extensive portfolio of private residences, barns, guest houses, pool houses, conservation easements, comprehensive property designs, private wineries and equestrian centers across the country. Our design philosophy is deeply rooted in the historic traditions of architecture: classical proportion and scale, the balance of shadow and light and the importance of the sustainable relationship between materials. We strive to design spaces that create a sense of transparency between the interior and exterior environments. All of our designs focus on the seamless integration between the built and natural environment, while remaining faithful to historic roots and responding sensitively to the surrounding cultural context. The unique natural features of each property greatly influence our design response. Architecture needs to respond to the individual characteristics of the site and the clients' personalized requirements in order to create spaces that engage and enrich their lives. The largest gesture down to the smallest element in our designs becomes an expression of the balance and harmony between the compression and expansion of space, the interplay of light and shadow and the rules of scale and proportion. Your house should be as much of a delight in a decade as it was on the day you moved in. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Sustainable Design - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Green Building - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Barn Design & Construction - Site Preparation - 3D Home Design - Remodeling ### Areas Served - Norristown - Radnor - West Goshen - Glen Mills - West Chester - Phoenixville - Ardmore - Lansdowne - Conshohocken - Audubon - Villanova - Glenolden - Plymouth Meeting - Blue Bell - Penn Wynne - Paoli - Media - Bryn Mawr - Trooper - Collegeville - Narberth - Malvern - West Conshohocken - Wayne - Springfield - Colorado - Connecticut - Delaware - Idaho - Maine - Maryland - Massachusetts - Montana - National - New Jersey - New York - USA - Virginia ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Peter Zimmerman Architects | | Address | 828 Old Lancaster Rd., Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312, United States | | Phone | (610) 647-6970 | | Website | https://peterzimmermanarchitects.houzzsite.com | | Years in business | 38 | | Followers on Houzz | 1669 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/PZArchitects - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/PZArchitects - LinkedIn — www.linkedin.com/company/peter-zimmerman-architects/ - Blog — www.PZArchitects.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Peter Zimmerman Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/peter-zimmerman-architects-pfvwus-pf~1292078081) - **Website:** https://peterzimmermanarchitects.houzzsite.com - **Phone:** (610) 647-6970 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2013 & 2014Best of Houzz for Design & Customer Satisfaction 2015Best of Houzz for Design & Customer Satisfaction-2016 Please check our website to see the awards received from 1992 - 2013. - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [AIA Pennsylvania](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-pennsylvania-pfvwus-pf~59869250) - [NCARB](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncarb-pfvwus-pf~1477640315) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 32 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Deborah Hilzinger, Aug. 2016** > Peter Zimmerman and his team are not only consummate professionals, but incredibly creative and a joy to work with. They understand they are helping you create your home and are able to translate your dreams into reality, in fact take your wildest hopes to a higher level! They intuitively understand that real people live in their drawings and create cozy, comfortable and workable environments. My husband and I couldn't recommend Peter Zimmerman Architects more highly and welcome any and all questions. **Comment from Peter Zimmerman Architects:** > The pleasure was all ours! I can't believe you were kind enough to write a review from New Zealand! Many thanks. **★★★★★ — jmlow, Sept. 2015** > Peter Zimmerman Architects designed a new home for our family- It was a pleasure to work with them, and now that we have moved in, the excellence of their design is even more apparent. > During the planning process, Peter and Warren paid meticulous attention to our vision for the project. This attention to detail persisted throughout the design and construction phases. They demonstrated a desire and ability to address our many questions, ideas and suggestions as well as a willingness to work with our contractors. Because of this, we were able to achieve a more interesting and exciting design (and now a house!) than we had ever anticipated. > Without reservation, I give Peter Zimmerman Architects my highest recommendation. **Comment from Peter Zimmerman Architects:** > Thank you! We enjoyed working with you and couldn't receive a higher compliment than a client appreciating the process and loving their house. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to do what we love to do and work with such great clients. **★★★★★ — Richard Rossello, Sept. 2015** > We selected Peter and his firm to help us with an extensive renovation of our Haverford, PA home in 2012. We were so pleased with their beautiful design work and diligent follow up, that we asked them to design our home on Cape Cod. We are only a few months from completion and the results are better than we could have anticipated. In addition to their attention to all the details and the depth of talent in their staff, Peter's innate sense of beauty and balance is evident in all of his projects. We can't recommend him highly enough! **Comment from Peter Zimmerman Architects:** > The pleasure has been all ours! Your trust in us and our design process is gratifying. Two wonderful projects- terrific clients. **★★★★★ — Cullen Construction Inc., March 2015** > Cullen Construction has enjoyed working with Peter Zimmerman Architects on numerous projects. They are extremely professional and well organized. Their award-winning designs are architecturally unique and beautiful. We are currently restoring a severely damaged Okie farm house with PZA. As a builder, Cullen Construction really appreciates PZA's extensive documentation and attention to detail. Clients will appreciate Peter's elegant architectural style and his ability to listen and execute. Regardless of your architectural style PZA can accomplish the task. **★★★★★ — User, Feb. 2015** > Pater and his team have exceptional attention to detail and only the highest taste level. > The team is highly professional yet approachable. Their library of references is vast, yet they are very open to the design process being collaborative with the client and can flex up and down depending on the comfort level of that client. > We highly recommend PZA for superior results. **★★★★★ — pocketgeneralstore, Jan. 2015** > Peter and his team operate on an extremely professional level and have the utmost respect for the opinions and concerns of their clients. They are flexible with their schedule, giving of their time, and thoughtful in their presentation. Clearly, they are some of the best in their field from a creative stand point; however, they are also able to see their jobs through to fruition. Their aesthetic is unique, their work ethic unparalleled. Highly recommend their firm! Expect a wonderful result and peace of mind throughout the project. **★★★★★ — Cherokee Construction, Jan. 2015** > Cherokee Construction has had the pleasure to work with Peter Zimmerman Associates PZA on many exceptional projects over the years. Their signatures as architects is their capacity to listen to the dreams and objectives of their clients and execute designs that possess a timeless quality with refinement to detail. > > The care and attention PZA takes in preparing construction documents enables the builder to have the important information needed to execute the construction process. This helps to insure the highest quality product. We, at Cherokee Construction, are always proud to be a team member with such an exceptional architectural firm. **★★★★★ — sctownend, Jan. 2015** > The people at PZA have been incredibly helpful as we have had to face the difficult task of rebuilding a historic Pennsylvania farm house in the aftermath of a devastating fire. Their attention to detail and doing it right from the very beginning was what we needed and what we got. I don't think we could have done it without them. **★★★★★ — Stephanie Pepper, Dec. 2014** > At this time we are in the planning phase of our project and Peter Zimmerman and his staff have been wonderful. They quickly respond to emails whether I have questions about the process, such as the variety of surveys we needed, or whether I need a specific response to a design concern. Peter and Warren Fisher (assistant architect) have been great with helping me visualize this project whether finding photographic examples from other projects they've done, or walking me through the existing space and explaining how it will change. I truly appreciate their concern, attention to detail and guidance as we navigate this project of raising the roof on ⅓ of our house and all that will entail. **★★★★★ — User, May 2014** > We are very happy to provide a recommendation for Peter Zimmerman Architects. We have had the good fortune to collaborate on numerous fantastic projects with PZA over a 20 year span. The design process for high quality custom residences is a very personal process that Peter and his company understand. They are team players and have guided our clients through the maze of details and decisions with sensitivity and professionalism. Their creativity is excellent and they truly care about the entire result taking in all aspects of the design including performance. **★★★★ — MaryLou Sterge, March 2014** > I have been working with Peter Zimmerman Architects for the last year on a remodel of a historical home in Wayne, PA. The plans that have been drawn up for this home are excellent, they listened to what I wanted and created a design that I am very excited to build and a home I can't wait to live in. > The firm was instrumental in making sure the Historical review board in Radnor Township approved the remodel. I believe HARB said they wished everyone who came up for review had such good plans. **★★★★★ — Yellowstone Traditions, March 2014** > We have recently had the pleasure of working with Peter Zimmerman Architects (PZA) on a very successful custom residence in Wyoming. PZA has been very responsive and professional through-out the process of this project; from design development, permitting, budget development, and thorough construction support. Not only was their design original, but they created a functional home that maximizes the property and meets the specific needs of the client. As the General Contractor on this project, we communicated with their office regularly and they were able to assist with reasonable and timely solutions to the issues that invariably come up on a custom home. Overall our experience working with PZA has been superb and we hope to continue working with them in the future. I would recommend them to any client looking for a talented, team oriented, architect to design their home. > Tim Blazina - Yellowstone Traditions, Inc ## Selected projects - [New House- Palm Beach, Florida](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-house-palm-beach-florida-pj-vj~1487719) - Location: Palm Beach, FL - Photos: 34 - Description: This Palm Beach House with a free standing garage and guest house was conceived to appear as if it had originally been detached and was later connected with a 1 story non- masonry addition. It has an English terracotta tile roof, lattice work, Chinese Chippendale railings and the use of louvered shutters- all elements found in British Colonial houses in the Caribbean and other tropical locations. The entire house is made up of masses that are 1 room deep; allowing for abundant natural light, cro… - [Pennsylvania stone house - Wayne, PA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pennsylvania-stone-house-wayne-pa-pj-vj~934413) - Location: Wayne, PA - Photos: 10 - Description: Additions and renovation to this Pennsylvania stone house. - [Architect's House - Additions & Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/architect-s-house-additions-and-renovation-pj-vj~918189) - Location: Chester Springs, PA - Photos: 21 - Description: This Pennsylvania stone farmhouse circa 1760's with major additions added in 1890 and 1960 has been fully renovated and refurbished to accommodate the lifestyle of an active, modern day family. Natural light flows and generous views can be found in every room into every room. - [New Barn - West Chester, PA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-barn-west-chester-pa-pj-vj~934312) - Location: West Chester, PA - Photos: 2 - [New House(2) - Gladwyne, PA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-house2-gladwyne-pa-pj-vj~934368) - Location: Gladwyne, PA - Photos: 11 - Description: Situated at the end of a private lane, this new house has commanding hilltop views of its 31 acre parcel of land.The land was once part of an original William Penn Land grant, and was owned by a Philadelphian who was hanged for treason during the American Revolution. Located less than eight miles from downtown Philadelphia; the property is an oasis of nature, surrounded on 3 sides by conservancy lands and a stream.The house was designed to respond to the unique characteristics of the site and th… - [Carriage House:Additions & Renovation - Haverford, PA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carriage-houseadditions-and-renovation-haverford-pa-pj-vj~616396) - Location: Haverford, PA - Photos: 10 - Description: Previously utilized as a carriage house at the turn of the 20th century, this 15,000 s.f. renovation / addition integrates modern conveniences to suit the lifestyle of a young, active family with old world architectural charm in keeping with the original structure built on this site and razed by a fire. The expansive roof, which is laid with russet Turkish tile, can be seen from afar. The roof color compliments the winding antique brick pathways at the front court yard and the stone wall brick c… - [Addition & Renovation - Willistown, PA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/addition-and-renovation-willistown-pa-pj-vj~484074) - Location: Willistown, PA - Photos: 8 - [New House - Wayne, PA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-house-wayne-pa-pj-vj~478122) - Location: Wayne, PA - Photos: 15 - Description: This new house located in Wayne, Pennsylvania is reminiscent of a late 1700s to early 1800s Pennsylvania farmhouse. Sitting on land protected by conservation easements, we designed this house to look as if it had grown over time which is in keeping with the organic growth of the Pennsylvania farmhouse and the appropriate style for the site. The design also fulfilled the lifestyle requirements of a young and growing family. The functional and aesthetic organization of the house is anchored by a f… - [Additions and Renovations - Westport, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/additions-and-renovations-westport-ct-pj-vj~485098) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 17 - Description: This project entailed the restoration and additions to a c. 1885 Queen Anne style shingle and brick house on a waterfront location in Westport, CT. The original owner William Eno was born in 1858 and was responsible for the establishment modern traffic safety rules. The house originally sat on nearly 40 acres of landscaped grounds, whose design has been attributed to the Landscape Architect Frederick L. Olmstead. Over the last century the lands surrounding the house had been sold off and develop… - [Carriage Houses & Garages in PA, MA, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carriage-houses-and-garages-in-pa-ma-ct-pj-vj~934467) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 48 - [Barns](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barns-pj-vj~1060101) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 74 - Description: Here are a variety of barns: some are brand new and some have been renovated to fullfill programmatic requirements. - [Equestrian Center](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/equestrian-center-pj-vj~1049525) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Additions & Renovation - Massachusettes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/additions-and-renovation-massachusettes-pj-vj~934332) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 13 - Description: This c.1933 Tudor Revival House was completely renovated and enlarged with a series of additions. The additions and renovations to the house reconfigured the house to function more efficiently for the new owner’s lifestyle and additional programmatic needs. On the interior the original features and castle like elements were carefully preserved and complemented by the new work. The original service areas of the house were reorganized and enlarged to provide larger more light filled spaces and ful… - [Additions & Renovation - Darien, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/additions-and-renovation-darien-ct-pj-vj~934571) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 5 - [Guest & Pool Houses- PA, MA,NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/guest-and-pool-houses-pa-ma-nj-pj-vj~934512) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 62 - [Barns & Equestrian Facilities in Pennsylvania](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barns-and-equestrian-facilities-in-pennsylvania-pj-vj~934421) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 38 - [New Barn - Unionville, PA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-barn-unionville-pa-pj-vj~934387) - Location: Unionville, PA - Photos: 12 - [New House - Cornwall, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-house-cornwall-ct-pj-vj~871193) - Location: Cornwall, CT - Photos: 21 - [Walnut](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/walnut-pj-vj~500974) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - Description: The primary goal that the clients had for their property was to have it fit in with the unique character of the community and present a timeless approach to design and detail. The projects program included the need for a home office with meeting spaces for the husband, an indoor 25 meter lap pool and a gallery. The result is the Main House stands distinct and separate from the barn and potting shed structures, with large expanses of lawn separating them, hiding the spaces below. Because of the l… - [Lobachsville](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lobachsville-pj-vj~502276) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: This beautifully set 18th century home was meticulously renovated and added to with faithful attention to design and extensive use of materials from the period. Salvaged antique materials including on site gathered building stone, entire floor beam systems, millwork, doors, mantles, glass, flooring, roof tiles and hardware were painstakingly collected and restored by the client and builder to be incorporated in the project. [See all 83 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/peter-zimmerman-architects-pfvwus-pf~1292078081) ## Ideabooks - [Architectural Details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25094916/list/architectural-details) — 87 ideas - [Pool Houses](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44453274/list/pool-houses) — 16 ideas - [Before & After](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25487346/list/before-after) — 49 ideas [See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/peterzimmermanarchitects) ## Community Q&A **Q: Wood/countertop** *(in Photo Questions)* We love the look of this bathroom. What type of wood was used for the outside of the tub and vanity? Is the wood on the tub done in ship lap pattern? What is the name of the material on the vanity and tub? Thank you A: It is all repurposed wood. Thank you. **Q: wood** *(in Photo Questions)* We love the wood on the vanity and tub. What kind did you use? Thank you A: I am seeing a picture of the kitchen. Most of the wood is repurposed barn siding. **Q: bath fixtures satin nickel or chrome?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love this bath. Are the fixtures satin nickel or polished chrome? A: We appreciate your interest in this project. Yes, the fixtures are nickel,. **Q: Is it possible to purchase the plans for this home?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Sorry, it is not. All of our designs are custom and one of a kind. Thank you for your interest in our work. **Q: Do you know the square footage of this home? It's beautiful!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you. It is about 5,000square feet. **Q: Ventilation hood & island lights - where are they from?** *(in Photo Questions)* This kitchen is SO gorgeous! I love the vent and can't find anything like it. Is it custom and if so, from where? Also love the lighting over the island, if you can provide a vendor for that. Thank you! A: It is a custom hood. You will get a far more accurate answer if you ask Peace Design. They can tell you where the lights came from. Thank you. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*