--- title: "Brownhouse — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/brownhouse-pfvwus-pf~1509989858 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1509989858.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: Brownhouse category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b4032a150fe0dbd6_6406-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "202 W. Gorham St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703, United States" latitude: 43.0775 longitude: -89.3831 phone: "(608) 663-5100" website: http://www.brownhousedesigns.com rating: 5 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 80 last_updated: 2026-08-31 --- # Brownhouse Original Houzz profile: [Brownhouse](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/brownhouse-pfvwus-pf~1509989858) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Madison, WI - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2013), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Full Service Architecture & Interior Design Services for Commercial and Residentail Projects Nationwide ### Services Provided - architecture - interior design - planning - stategy - procurement ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Brownhouse | | Address | 202 W. Gorham St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703, United States | | Phone | (608) 663-5100 | | Website | http://www.brownhousedesigns.com | | Followers on Houzz | 80 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Brownhouse](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/brownhouse-pfvwus-pf~1509989858) - **Website:** http://www.brownhousedesigns.com - **Phone:** (608) 663-5100 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2013), for Service. **Affiliations** - [NAHB Remodelers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-remodelers-pfvwus-pf~597469654) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — cesamitt, Aug. 2012** > After carefully scrutinizing a field of many designers, I hired Laurel Brown to re-design my home in Madison, Wisconsin. In a word, I would say that she and her Brownhouse Design Team are EXCEPTIONAL. They re-designed much of the home, which included structural re-design, architectural interior design features, and top-to-bottom furniture, paint, lighting and other interior design selections. I had asked Laurel to help design a home that would be comfortable for both my family and for corporate parties- and she delivered just that. > > I found that Laurel was: a) tremendously knowledgeable and skilled at her craft, b) highly attentive to my likes/dislikes/needs, c) warm and friendly personality and working relationship, and d) great commitment to the project timeline and budget. > > I can't say enough positive things about Brownhouse and would recommend them without any reservation. In fact, we've recently engaged Laurel to help design a new home in Phoenix, AZ. I have every confidence the new home will be as spectacular as the first. **★★★★★ — richfrohm, July 2012** > We used Brownhouse to help redesign space on the ground level and master bathroom as well as provide furniture throughout the house. We loved the furniture that Laurel helped us select. It was so unique. She has a flair for color and style. **★★★★★ — littlecigs, July 2012** > My parents had their condo redesigned by Brownhouse two years ago when they relocated to Madison,WI. After seeing the their amazing home transformation we decided to meet with Laurel. Since then, our family has worked with the team at Brownhouse on various projects over the last year and we have been extremely pleased. They have transformed our master bedroom, bedrooms for both daughter's (ages 6 and 5 months), guest bath and our latest project has been our living room. The Brownhouse team is creative, passionate and professional. Every person on Laurel's team is friendly and easy to communicate with. Laurel always selects high-quality products that are unique, but works within the budget constraints. We highly recommend Brownhouse and we look forward to continuing our relationship as we move onto our next project. **★★★★★ — Fractured Earth Tile & Stone, July 2012** > We are a Wholesale to the Trade Tile & Stone company providing materials to the Design, Architecture and Building community here in Tucson. Brownhouse Design utilized our showroom for a huge Custom Home remodeling project. I was fortunate enough to see the before and after and the transformation was amazing. Laurel Brown has an amazing sense of color,scale and design. Her attention to detail is fabulous and evident in every nook and cranny of this home. She was a delight to work with and I would highly recommend her to assist with any project. **★★★★★ — Dorado Designs, July 2012** > Our company has provided Laurel Brown with cabinetry on several of her jobs. Each job we receive from her has been a wonderful experience. She is always extremely organized and very detailed. She is a pleasure to work with. I always look forward to her next job. **★★★★★ — mfwatson, July 2012** > Brownhouse Designs out of Madison, WI is a terrific company to work with on just about anything. We really appreciate the expertise and creativity of Laurel Brown and her staff . Brownhouse has resources and design ideas that were absolutely perfect for our project. We couldn't be happier with the result! **★★★★★ — ksmcdermott, July 2012** > My husband and I relocated from Denver, CO to Madison in 2010. We talked to several people in the area requesting referrals for a top design firm in the area. Brownhouse continued to be at the top of all list for all referrals. > > Laurel Brown and her team conducted an on-site interview to learn more about our personal tastes and objectives. They were very thorough in their review of our home, put together a plan that actually exceeded our expectations. > > Brownhouse's eye for detail and design is amazing. They were engaged and followed every step of our interior remodel to ensure an amazing end result. Throughout the process, they kept us up to date with budget management and timelines for each step in the process. > > We were so pleased with the final product that our daughter and son-in-law and utilizing Brownhouse with the step-by-step remodel of their home. > > Absolutely, we recommend Brownhouse first! ## Selected projects - [Bramblewood](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bramblewood-pj-vj~57287) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Private Client](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/private-client-pj-vj~57286) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 79 - [Tourquoise Canyon](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tourquoise-canyon-pj-vj~57112) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 47 [See all 3 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/brownhouse-pfvwus-pf~1509989858) ## Ideabooks - [Brown Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11541306/list/brown-residence) — 8 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/brownhouse) ## Community Q&A **Q: Is that tile on the ceiling or faux painting? Beautiful effect!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: They are shell tile panels. Maya Romanoff. **Q: Where can I find the comforter?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This was custom made comforter. It is not available to purchase. **Q: Where can I purchase this sofa?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This sofa is from a line of furniture called Marge Carson. I used their fabrics as well. You have to purchase through a dealer. **Q: Tile** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of stone are the tiles made of? And what is the color called? They are gorgeous! A: This travertine from a company in Tucson called Fractured Earth. It's a custom blend the owner has in stock. **Q: where can i get that mirror!!?????** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It's no longer available. I got it at market several years ago. There was one left. Sorry.... **Q: These lights are lovely. Could you tell me where they're from? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I think they were from John Richards. I'm sure they are no longer available. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-31.*