--- title: "Craig Wickersham Inc — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/craig-wickersham-inc-pfvwus-pf~218249469 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~218249469.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Craig Wickersham Inc" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/8ea3ba68006dd6bc_5676-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "15863 N Greenway Hayden Loop Ste 118, Scottsdale, Arizona 85260, United States" latitude: 33.6013 longitude: -111.8867 phone: "(480) 609-6766" website: http://www.craigwickersham.com rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 187 last_updated: 2026-08-26 --- # Craig Wickersham Inc Original Houzz profile: [Craig Wickersham Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/craig-wickersham-inc-pfvwus-pf~218249469) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Scottsdale, AZ - **Serves:** Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Rio Verde - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Craig Wickersham has been in the design profession from an early age, drafting his first residence at the age of thirteen. His first home was under construction at age fourteen and from that point he never looked back. Over the next few years he developed his natural design talents and at age 17 he was accepted on the spot to Taliesin West by Mrs Olgivanna Wright herself! See below for his architectural history. All renderings on this site are drawn by Craig Wickersham. Private study in architecture started at age 13 First set of working drawings completed at age 13 First home design under construction at age 14 Apprenticed throughout high school in Scottsdale Studied at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West Over 30 years professional experience Designer at Allen and Philp Architects Residential Designer at R.J. Bacon Company Director of Residential Design at Swaback Partners President of Craig Wickersham Inc. Architects ### Areas Served - Phoenix - Scottsdale - Paradise Valley - Rio Verde ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Craig Wickersham Inc | | Address | 15863 N Greenway Hayden Loop Ste 118, Scottsdale, Arizona 85260, United States | | Phone | (480) 609-6766 | | Website | http://www.craigwickersham.com | | Followers on Houzz | 187 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/craig-wickersham-architects/161867217175275 ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Craig Wickersham Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/craig-wickersham-inc-pfvwus-pf~218249469) - **Website:** http://www.craigwickersham.com - **Phone:** (480) 609-6766 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - AIA MemberLicensed Arizona ArchitectDesign Review Architect Whisper Rock Estates Arizona Residential Architects - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [AIA Arizona](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-arizona-pfvwus-pf~504403588) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — bear4444, Feb. 2016** > Absolutely the best architect you will find . Craig's attention to detail rivals all others . I had the pleasure of working with Craig on several projects and each and everyone was a masterpiece in detail .. **★★★★★ — joannp323, Aug. 2014** > Several years ago, we started looking for the right architect and project management partner to turn our dream home into a reality. We were extremely fortunate to connect with Craig, by way of seeing some of his other work and were impressed by his rare combination of unique artistic depth, ability to listen to our aspirational dreams as well as our practical needs and turn those dreams into reality. > > We are now ready to move into a spectacular new home that surpasses all of our hopes and expectations. Craig delivered an incredible home to us and we have made a lifelong friend! He is a "kickass" architect! **★★★★★ — Debra Villeneuve Interiors, Feb. 2013** > As an interior designer it was a pleasure to work with Craig. He is fun, smart, attentive, and very creative. Craig has the ability to translate an idea into a sketch as fast as you can describe a vision or dream. He does this by listening to you and your desires. He then creates detailed AutoCad Drawings that are buildable, stunning, and sound. **★★★★★ — Grizzly Iron, Inc, Jan. 2013** > As a contractor we have the ability to work with many professionals in the industry and Craig is by far one of the best. He is a pleasure to work with. He is very professional and his visions are very unique and gorgeous once completed. **★★★★★ — C. Stark Design inc., Nov. 2012** > Craig and I have worked together on several projects. His design ideas, conceptual renderings and follow through are excellent. He is fun to work with, has great ideas and communicates really well with clients and vendors. **★★★★★ — bianca1, Oct. 2012** > Craig designed our home in AZ. He is one of the most creative, kind, gentle,patient, honest and thoughtful people I know. He really listens to his clients and creates dream homes. There is nothing Craig wants more than to delight his clients and make their dreams come true. He is recognized in AZ as an outstanding Architect and highly respected by all. We highly recommend Craig! ## Selected projects - [Lot 18](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lot-18-pj-vj~92257) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 5 - Description: Rural Italian Farm House in North Scottsdale built by the late developer Jim Hurd. DC Ranch Cobble with brick infill exterior walls and integral stucco. Kolbe & Kolbe windows. Custom brick detailing. Tumbled concrete pavers - [Difficult Lots](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/difficult-lots-pj-vj~97969) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Lot 8](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lot-8-pj-vj~116791) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Lot 103](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lot-103-pj-vj~92259) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 2 - Description: This Spanish Hacienda custom desert home is in the community of Whisper Rock in North Scottsdale, Arizona. An Integral stucco was used along with various ceramic and stone floor tiles inside and out. Brick detailing can be seen in the front of this house with custom spiral brick entry columns. The windows were done by Kolbe and Kolbe. - [Lot 154](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lot-154-pj-vj~92263) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 2 - Description: Contemporary Home in North Scottsdale. Copper trim & fascia, Western Windows, natural stone veneer from Anasazi Stone. Cantilevered Glass handrails. Stone pavers. Integral color stucco. - [Lot 131](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lot-131-pj-vj~97953) - Location: Scottsdale, AZ - Photos: 60 - Description: From the outside of this large custom home in the Estancia Community in North Scottsdale, you would think to label it Tuscan. Step inside however and you will find at has been beautifully blended with Contemporary style. - [Renderings by Craig Wickersham, AIA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/renderings-by-craig-wickersham-aia-pj-vj~97217) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 [See all 7 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/craig-wickersham-inc-pfvwus-pf~218249469) ## Ideabooks - [Tuscan Hillside](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6229773/list/tuscan-hillside) — 6 ideas - [Spanish Colonial](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6229746/list/spanish-colonial) — 1 idea - [Urban Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6229636/list/urban-contemporary) — 2 ideas - [Southwest Adobe](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6229327/list/southwest-adobe) — 11 ideas - [Rural Mediterranean](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6229230/list/rural-mediterranean) — 4 ideas - [Island Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6229156/list/island-contemporary) — 1 idea - [Ranch Hacienda](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5940380/list/ranch-hacienda) — 5 ideas - [Interiors Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5940312/list/interiors-traditional) — 2 ideas - [Interiors Old World](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5940230/list/interiors-old-world) — 4 ideas - [Interiors Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5940174/list/interiors-contemporary) — 3 ideas - [Courtyard Mediterranean](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5940079/list/courtyard-mediterranean) — 2 ideas - [Ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5939799/list/ceilings) — 9 ideas - [Fire Places](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4915538/list/fire-places) — 4 ideas - [Kitchen's](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4807145/list/kitchen-s) — 5 ideas - [Contemporary Custom Homes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5057499/list/contemporary-custom-homes) — 12 ideas - [Spanish Hacienda](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5057680/list/spanish-hacienda) — 1 idea - [Custom Furniture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4915590/list/custom-furniture) — 1 idea - [Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4898678/list/lighting) — 3 ideas - [Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4898612/list/bath) — 4 ideas [See all 19 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/teresawickersham) ## Community Q&A **Q: Chandelier** *(in Photo Questions)* Love! Could you share the manufacturer? You do beautiful work... A: Thank you. Check with Hinkely's Lighting in Scottsdale, Az. **Q: Love the wall paper and light fixtures** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you please let me know the manufacturer of lights and wallpaper? I have look through thousands of wall papers trying to find this one. Thank you kindly. Not sure if you will reply to my inbox on Houzz or just post your response on here. Thanks again. A: So sorry for the delayed response.... The vessel sink came through Clyde's hardware, Phoenix: Linda Blair is the rep there. Lights came from Hinkley's Lighting, Scottsdale. Ask for Brittany. **Q: ON WHAT SURFACE CAN WE APPLY/ LIKE WOOD,METAL,PLASTIC, REFRIGERATOR DOOR,AND WHO DOES THIS JOB?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: No problem **Q: WHAT KIND OF FINISH IS THIS? WHAT IT CALLED?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This is a spray polyester automotive finish. **Q: gorgeous painting Craig!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you. This is a gouache painting on board with an airbrushed sky. **Q: no questions just a comment on how beautiful the sky is painted!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you. I love painting cool skies. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-26.*