--- title: "Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/sellars-lathrop-architects-llc-pfvwus-pf~218159489 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~218159489.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc" category: ["Architects"] address: "Westport, Connecticut 06880, United States" phone: "(203) 820-5016" website: http://www.sellarslathrop.com rating: 5 review_count: 25 best_of_houzz_awards: 15 followers: 721 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc Original Houzz profile: [Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/sellars-lathrop-architects-llc-pfvwus-pf~218159489) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Westport, CT - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (25 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 15 awards (2013–2023), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - Eco-friendly Currently not accepting new work. Best of houzz winner 15x, every year from 2013 to 2023. As leading architects in Westport, Connecticut, we are known for creating stylish, classic and energy-smart designs, filled with creativity, warmth and abundant natural light. Everyday needs of life are seen as a necessary design challenge and become a focus of our design approach. We create designs for modern lifestyles. Energy efficiency for each project is a goal. Sustainability is a given. A completed project must meet our clients needs and stand the test of time.Each project is as varied as the client who hires us. But, for each project our goal is to enrich lives and enhance the environment. While our projects take us throughout Fairfield County and beyond, our design process is simple. We emphasize simplicity of detailing, clean lines, efficient use of space, open and airy rooms, a strong connection to the outdoors, plus durable and sustainable materials. These are the trademarks that define our work and our reputation. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc | | Address | Westport, Connecticut 06880, United States | | Phone | (203) 820-5016 | | Website | http://www.sellarslathrop.com | | License Number | ct 10256, ny02119 | | Followers on Houzz | 721 | **Social profiles:** - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/ann-sellars-lathrop/9/b84/b38 - Blog — http://sellarslathrop.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/sellars-lathrop-architects-llc-pfvwus-pf~218159489) - **Website:** http://www.sellarslathrop.com - **Phone:** (203) 820-5016 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2020 Moffly A-List Award, 2019 Best of La Cantina, 2018 Westport Green Task Force Award; 2016 HOBI Award,Best Modern House; 2016 IDA Award, CTC&G; 2015 Moffly A-List Award; 2014 AIA People's Choice Award; 2012 AIA CT Washburn Award - **Best of Houzz:** 15 awards (2013–2023), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 25 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Sue S, Jan. 2020** > I contacted Ann for help with the quirky and dated ranch home we had recently purchased. She developed a master plan for the house, outlined how to prioritize the various phases and offered budget-friendly improvements we could implement immediately for a much-needed facelift. With her help we have made smart choices and invested wisely in our improvements to date. The contractors she recommended for us were professional and easy to work with. And finally Ann's aesthetic is spot-on and it was really nice to have a pro of her caliber guiding me in design decisions big and small. We have undertaken our improvements in small steps, but the impact has been big in making our home prettier and more comfortable. We wouldn’t have done it nearly as well without Ann’s expertise. **Comment from Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc:** > Sue, > Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to work with you and glad we could start you on your way to improvements however big or small. Based on the photos, it looks great so far! **★★★★★ — j m, Oct. 2019** > Ann & Howard were amazing. Can't recommend them enough! We had seen their work online and reached out to them. They toured several houses with us during our search and offered great insight into the potential and limitations of each. Once we had purchased a house they were instrumental in every aspect. From the design aspect, they had great ideas and listened to ours. From the project standpoint, they recommended general contractors and pool designers and both (John Williams and Amandio Da Silva) were amazing. During the project we were so glad Ann & Howard were involved. Whether it came down to choosing paint color or dealing with the town planning department they were there for us. We are so happy with the end result and even after the project is done they are there for any questions or whatever we need. Ann and Howard are the best. **Comment from Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc:** > Justin and Diana > Thank you so much for the kind words!. We are so glad you found us and the stars were aligned (especially the second time..). The transformation to a more open plan, modern interior , with fabulous views of the new pool, was certainly the right solution. You were both great clients and we could not have done it without you. **★★★★★ — Kelly Haazen, Sept. 2019** > We hired Sellars Lathrop to develop plans for a significant renovation of our home. Ann and her team were not only stellar professionals, she used incredibly creative solutions to work around some challenging situations in our center hall colonial. She also led us to a phenomenal general contractor with whom she worked very well to ensure a smooth execution of a project that could have been incredibly daunting. All in all, I can't recommend their team enough. **Comment from Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc:** > Kelly, > Thank you so much. Not only was it fun project, you contributed a great deal! Collaboration between architect , owner and contractor is always key to a successful outcome. Glad we, including Chard Builders, could help update your house to a more modern aesthetic while still keeping the charm of Colonial. **★★★★★ — Chris Cullen, Dec. 2018** > Ann Sellars is outstanding! > Great listener & collaborative to execute the design vision of transforming my house to a modern jewel. > A fantastic transformation from an old house to a modern look while maintaining the overall integrity of the original structure. > In addition, John Williams, builder form Harbor Property Development delivered & executed an outstanding product detailing perfectly every aspect of the project. > Well done! I highly recommend both! Chris Cullen **Comment from Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc:** > Chris, Thanks so much. And, especially for making it fun every step of the way. You were a great collaborator, hands-on designer and decision maker, making our work and the contractor's job that much easier. Kudos to team work! **★★★★★ — Jonathan Goodman, June 2018** > We loved working with Ann & Howard. Ann has impeccable taste and style and the 2 of them transformed our house from drab to sophisticated on a contemporary upgrade remodel. We continue to get complements from friends, neighbors and strangers about how gorgeous the house and/or transformation. They really made this project come together. We couldn’t recommend them enough! **Comment from Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc:** > Thank you Jon and Deb!. It was great to see it all come together - and appreciate the opportunity to create the transformation! **★★★★★ — UEL Leon, March 2018** > Sellars Lathrop helped us with the renovation of roughly half of hour house. This involved enlarging windows, removing walls, including supporting walls being replaced with steel beams, removing attic space, reconfiguring room layout and guiding the selection of all interior finishes, from paint color and kitchen cabinets down to drawer pulls. They were good communicators with the contractor and guided us on that front as well. They are dedicated, hard-working, extremely knowledgeable and involved on both the engineering/mechanicals and aesthetics fronts. Perhaps most important, they consistently operate with the owner's interests at heart. We feel extremely fortunate to have worked with them. **Comment from Sellars Lathrop Architects, llc:** > Thank you Umut. We have really enjoyed working with you both! **★★★★★ — Dave LoCascio / AW Hastings, Dec. 2017** > I have enjoyed working with Ann and Howard on numerous projects over the years and have been happy to see them recognized for winning awards featuring the products I represent. Their commitment, integrity and definitive style resonates in the work they create, culminating in a great finished project be it a large elaborate contemporary residence or a simple renovation. I highly recommend them and continue to look forward to future collaborations on fenestration projects with them. > They are great people to work with. **★★★★★ — Jennifer Bartlett, Aug. 2017** > Great ideas, easy to work with, always available. Very knowledgeable on blending old with new. Good working relationship with our contractor, Bill Towle at Signature Remodeling. Excellent support team. We would highly recommend Ann! **★★★★★ — Krista Bradford, June 2017** > I came to Sellars Lathrop Architects utterly lost about where to begin to renovate our mid-century home in Westport. Each change I contemplated led to a cascading series of issues that seemed without end. Ann Lathrop listened, measured our home, and sketched out a few options to consider. As we figured out what to do, we chipped away at the stuff we needed to get done -- painting the exterior, upgrading exterior lights, and replacing the roof. I wanted to avoid upgrades that looked tacked on, out-of-place, or out-of-character of the architecture of our home. Consequently, I ran every decision by Ann. She recommended the paint color, brand, and type. (Who knew "flat" was a thing?). She selected the lights (Who knew onion lights were a thing?) She also suggested easy, relatively low-cost enhancements such adding grilles to the windows to give our home a transitional, cottage-y feel and replacing all the hollow core doors and hardware with something more substantive. With each and every choice, Ann's advice has elevated the look and feel of our home. Eventually, we settled upon a kitchen renovation, followed by renovating our two baths. For the kitchen, she deftly guided me away from selecting faux marble quartz (because it was pretending to be something it was not) to a quartz we absolutely love. She is the ultimate arbiter of taste. I trust her choices without hesitation. In fact, I have begun to fantasize about buying another home in need of renovation just so that I can continue to work with Sellars Lathrop. **★★★★★ — Michele Knapp, June 2017** > Having worked with Ann and Howard on numerous projects as a builder and on my home, I can wholeheartedly offer my my highest praise. With their amazing aesthetic and combined years of experience they truly provide a singular experience. Experimental yet pragmatic and a real understanding of what needs to get done to get a project done! **★★★★★ — Kirsty McCarthy, Oct. 2016** > We feel very fortunate to have found and been able to work with Howard and Ann on our Westport renovation. They were creative and yet practial. The end result is a house that we love both looking at and living in. We would highly recommend them. **★★★★★ — Debi Berger, Oct. 2016** > Both architects were fabulous to work with. They were both very engaged in the entire process. I am starting a second project with them now. ## Selected projects - [Nash Pond House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nash-pond-house-pj-vj~5861020) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: Major renovations to 1990's builder spec house with water frontage - [Pine Creek House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pine-creek-house-pj-vj~5511263) - Location: Fairfield, CT - Photos: 27 - Description: New construction custom home, 3 stories, 4250 SF, Net Zero and Energy Star Certified, situated creek side with ocean views in the distance and surrounded on the west side by watershed conservation land. Built to capture the sun and views, withstand flooding and hurricane force winds and also to create an enjoyable and sustainable type life style for years to come. - [Old Greenwich House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-greenwich-house-pj-vj~5511404) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 30 - Description: This new, modern 3700 SF residence was built to meet FEMA standards on a tight suburban lot near Long Island Sound. The project was originally conceived by Labhaus as a shop fabricated structure shipped to the site. SLA continued the project by designing and developing a unique, custom- built residence filled with sophisticated details throughout. The owner's extensive travels to Asia are evident in the zen-like interior rooms. A tatami room with simple furnishings and open atmosphere includes t… - [Wilton House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wilton-house-pj-vj~5861066) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Long Island Sound House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/long-island-sound-house-pj-vj~1527805) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 32 - Description: New construction of modern house on the water, Long Island Sound,in Fairfield County, Ct - [Fairfield Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fairfield-renovation-pj-vj~1198061) - Location: Fairfield, CT - Photos: 25 - Description: Renovation and addition of a 1940's Colonial into a family home that's modern, cool and classic. White interiors, dark floors, open plan, loads of natural light and easy access to outdoors makes this perfect for family and entertaining. Traditional meets modern. Award winning project . Judges say : "This renovation balances traditional attributes with modern clarity. - [River House Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/river-house-renovation-pj-vj~1614993) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 22 - Description: This 1950's Contemporary was resurrected into an upscale, energy efficient, 21st Century riverfront retreat for a well-traveled Australian couple. At this riverside home the gabled roofs of the original structure were maintained. They provided a foil on which to create a stark contrast between old and new. The addition is distinct in both its white facade with rectangular windows and its flat rather than angled roofs. This project received Energy Star Certification with a final HERS score of 23.… - [Hilltop House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hilltop-house-pj-vj~86517) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 23 - Description: Energy efficient , Energy Star certified , award winning, eclectic, contemporary/ modern new custom home - [Old Hill House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-hill-house-pj-vj~52754) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 15 - Description: Complete gut renovation plus additions to create maximum energy efficiency and 21st Century updates - [Fairfield Renovation-more photos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fairfield-renovation-more-photos-pj-vj~1116603) - Location: Fairfield, CT - Photos: 5 - Description: Additional photos of traditional meets modern , showing additions and renovations to New England 1940's Colonial in Fairfield, Ct - [Turkey Hill House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/turkey-hill-house-pj-vj~1341873) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 17 - [Artist's Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artist-s-residence-pj-vj~68723) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 10 - [Lehn Farm House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lehn-farm-house-pj-vj~560876) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 10 - Description: Additions and Renovations to a 1950 ranch house; Upgraded to a Contemporary Farm House - [Grove Point Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grove-point-renovation-pj-vj~2758497) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 17 - Description: This project is a Phase 1 addition and renovation to an original 1920's beach cottage located on a private cove off Long Island Sound. The transitional shingle style exterior gives way to large, open interior spaces all with direct views to a protected nature reserve and water beyond. White washed floors, stained fir windows and doors and the use of reclaimed beams all create an element of warmth and complement the neutral palette of wall and fabric colors. The open floor plan was created for a… - [Pumpkin Hill Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pumpkin-hill-renovation-pj-vj~2569934) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 16 - Description: This 1950's Colonial was given a complete new face lift on the exterior , including a large addition for 3-car garage and above it a combined kitchen /great room. Instead of tearing down this house was completely transformed using the existing structure and roof lines, saving significant money. All new cement board, James Hardie siding and Azek trim create a no -maintenance exterior. Interior rooms and functions were re-purposed and/or moved around for better circulation flow. The new, large cat… - [Contemporary Upgrade](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-upgrade-pj-vj~2195355) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 13 - Description: This 1960's Contemporary residence needed some curb appeal and style. The exterior was given a much needed face lift with new entry door, sidelights, portico roof and stone landing , plus new windows, garage door, small second floor addition, paint job and roof. On the interior, work included an updated master bedroom suite, children's playroom, bathroom, laundry room and pantry closet. Good example of how we transform to modern standards. - [Westport Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/westport-beach-house-pj-vj~668889) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 14 - Description: This residence was a sustainable new construction project in the farmhouse/ beach style vernacular. The complete roof walls and floors were built in a factory and shipped to the site by crane. Located a few blocks from Long Island Sound, the house meets stringent FEMA standards but is also Energy Star Certified with a final HERS rating of 47. The house was designed as a very simple footprint and shape to make it easier to fabricate off-site in the New Hampshire factory, by Bensonwood Homes. It w… - [Cove House Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cove-house-renovation-pj-vj~2139094) - Location: Guilford, CT - Photos: 3 - [Cobb Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cobb-renovation-pj-vj~752550) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 10 - Description: Renovation and addition of traditional 1950's New England center hall colonial to meet needs of active family. The first phase was an exterior face lift with new siding , window placement and family room upgrades. The second phase was a large master suite and office on first floor level and 3 car garage, mudroom, playroom and access to pool on ground level. - [Another Artist's Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/another-artist-s-residence-pj-vj~152429) - Location: Westport, CT - Photos: 9 - Description: Additions and Renovations to a single story ranch style house: Upgraded entry door, entry hall, new stairs and railings , plus new second floor for artist studio. New window layout creates expression of what's inside. [See all 30 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/sellars-lathrop-architects-llc-pfvwus-pf~218159489) ## Community Q&A **Q: paint color exterior** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi- what was your exterior paint color selection for this home? A: Ben Moore -London Fog **Q: Please provide information on these gorgeous cabinets.** *(in Photo Questions)* Thank you A: These were custom designed by our office and made in a shop. All the cabinet faces are back painted glass with samples provided by fabricator. **Q: Pendant lights-where did you purchase these?** *(in Photo Questions)* Pendant lights-purchase where? A: I believe they are mirror ball pendant by Tom Dixon. They can be purchased online from many sources **Q: Love this room! What are the lights?** *(in Photo Questions)* This is a gorgeous room. Do you know what model the lights are, by chance? Thank you! A: Hi There .. this is the Skan Pendant from Vibia Lighting **Q: I love the bar pendant over the island.** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can it be purchased? A: This fixture is the Cirrus suspension D1 downlight with power end feed, by Pure Edge Lighting **Q: what kind of wood wall is this and where did you source?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks for the inquiry This is just standard 1x4 clear A grade western red cedar milled with channel edge then stained on site with a ben moore translucent stain. The source is any good lumber yard. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*