--- title: "RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/residential-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~847320918 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~847320918.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e333ddbd01325e48_4979-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Aledo, Texas 76008, United States" latitude: 32.7004 longitude: -97.6039 phone: "(817) 330-6098" website: http://www.residentialdesignstudio.com rating: 5 review_count: 33 best_of_houzz_awards: 11 followers: 219 last_updated: 2026-09-09 --- # RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO > Distinctive Residential Design Original Houzz profile: [RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/residential-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~847320918) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Aledo, TX - **Serves:** Dallas, Fort Worth, Ft Worth, Mansfield, Southlake, Weatherford, Benbrook, White Settlement, Granbury, Willow Park, Lake Worth, Aledo, Annetta, Hudson Oaks, Lakeside, Annetta South, Annetta North, Brock, Ft. Worth, Tarrant - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (33 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 11 awards (2014–2025), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Free consultation - Award winning ### Business highlights - Best of Houzz winner - Award winning - Free consultation Creative architectural design solutions for new custom and remodeled homes is our passion. Taking that design through the construction process in a thoughtful manner is our goal. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Kitchen Design - Home Extensions - Bathroom Design - Architectural Design - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Building Design - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - House Plans - 3D Rendering - Pool House Design & Construction - Project Management - Home Restoration - Floor Plans - Energy-Efficient Homes - Garage Building - Basement Design - Green Building - Deck Design - Site Planning - Drafting - Garage Design - Barn Design & Construction - Landscape Plans - Site Preparation - Custom Home - Design Build ### Areas Served - Dallas - Fort Worth - Ft Worth - Mansfield - Southlake - Weatherford - Benbrook - White Settlement - Granbury - Willow Park - Lake Worth - Aledo - Annetta - Hudson Oaks - Lakeside - Annetta South - Annetta North - Brock - Ft. Worth - Tarrant ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - 5 million Architecture/design, development planning, construction consulting & planning ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO | | Address | Aledo, Texas 76008, United States | | Phone | (817) 330-6098 | | Website | http://www.residentialdesignstudio.com | | Followers on Houzz | 219 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — www.facebook.com/residentialdesignstudio - X (Twitter) — www.twitter.com/resdesstudio - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-berry-0421ab6/ - Blog — www.residentialdesignstudio.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/residential-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~847320918) - **Website:** http://www.residentialdesignstudio.com - **Phone:** (817) 330-6098 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2021! - Eight time winner best of Houzz. - **Best of Houzz:** 11 awards (2014–2025), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [AIBD - American Institute of Building Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aibd-american-institute-of-building-design-pfvwus-pf~1544540709) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 33 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — HU-807695705, July 2024** > We hired Richard based on the recommendation of neighbors who had used him for their home addition, and we have been so pleased that we chose to hire him to design our upstairs addition. He was very thorough and showed great attention to detail. He was easy to communicate with and listened to everything that we wanted before drawing up our plans. When we hit a little snag due to some unexpected subfloor beams, he was incredibly responsive. He came over to see what was going on, met with our builder, and created a solution! Our builder was definitely impressed with the thoroughness of his plans. We highly recommend him for any of your architect needs! **★★★★★ — keri, Jan. 2023** > We worked with Richard to design and prepare plans for a 2-story detached garage with living space on the top on a small city lot behind our 1930's tudor-ish house. I contacted a handful of designers and he was by far the most responsive and instilled confidence in me that he was listening and that he understood what I was talking about, even if my terminology was not in his industry language. Richard was the most highly recommended on my contractor's list as well after working with Richard for many years. We wanted a style that was different from our house, but not glaringly competing, with some tricky things such as the widest garage door humanly possible (required some special structural stuff), some super energy efficient things that required all sorts of special planning, something about the \# of windows and wind sheering, and had a variance with the city and some other challenges due to our old neighborhood and city rules. I had no idea there were so many drawings and plans and sets of plans needed to do a project perfectly. Richard was patient, optimistic and had a great attitude through the whole thing and kept in touch with our contractor to stay updated on our project. He had great ideas and took all my dreaming into consideration. I'd 100% call him next time I need a design! **Comment from RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO:** > Thank you Keri, I appreciate it very much and look forward to seeing the finished product and hope it works well for your family.. **★★★★★ — Kepler Design, Dec. 2022** > Richard is so talented, creative, kind and collaborative. It was a joy to work with him on a very large and complicated new-build in Shell Beach. We worked very closely, along with the clients, builder Kevin Hamer and a huge number of subcontractors to complete this fabulous home. I designed and provided all of the cabinets for the home and felt supported by Richard every step of the way. I highly recommend him for any high-end new-build or remodel. He is a thoughtful person who gives his all to each project that he undertakes. **★★★★★ — C Urena, Dec. 2022** > Extremely professional and beautiful home creations. Very quick to respond and address questions . Pleased to have Mr. Berry work on our son's home floor plan design. > Thank you! **★★★★★ — Noah Smith, Dec. 2022** > Richard is the man for the job! He is extraordinarily talented and knows how to bring everything together. He really brought our dreams into reality! > On top of that, he was so easy going and just a pleasure to work with! Highly recommend!!!! **★★★★★ — Rich Fontane, Dec. 2020** > Richard helped us immensely in our new construction project. He not only designed our golf course home but found us a new builder when our previous builder ran afoul. > Thanks Richard! **Comment from RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO:** > Rich, thank you so much for taking the time to review. Your home is fantastic and I wish you both many many years of enjoyment... **★★★★★ — Marcel Jambor, Dec. 2017** > I have known Richard Berry for over two years. We have had a successful and mutually beneficial working relationship over that time. He is highly professional, very knowledgeable in his field and beyond and he is also creative and open to new ideas. He like us, values quality materials and quality craftsmanship that is timeless. As a supplier of carved stone we at Building Art appreciate a project partner like Richard. He is easy to work with, very prudent and meticulous and he always looks after his clients best interest. I highly recommend Richard Berry for your construction projects be they large in scope such as a custom home build or a smaller renovation. > > Marcel Jambor > General Manager > Building Art **★★★★★ — Teresa Schartz, Nov. 2017** > We worked with Richard for almost 2 years from the initial concepts until the completion of our home. He is an amazingly talented artist with attention to the smallest detail. I would show up to the design table with an idea and as I described it to him, it would magically appear on paper in front of me. He would then take that simple idea and transform it into something extraordinary. In addition to the design of the home, he continued to stay involved during the construction process. It was Richard who came up with the idea and design for our marble fireplace and the entry facade in our beautiful Mira Vista Modern. Thank you Richard, for helping to turn our dreams into reality. You are a truly gifted professional who made a challenging project so much fun. If we had to do this all over again, You would be the one we would choose as our architect. Your patience, dedication and vision seems to be unlimited. We love the results! **Comment from RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO:** > Teresa, thank you so much it was a pleasure to work with you I really take my projects personally and to have owners who are excited and involved was really terrific. > You both had great ideas throughout the process and it was great to become good friends as well. **★★★★★ — User, Nov. 2016** > Richard has the amazing ability to translate a complex vision into a beautifully thoughtful design using his highly developed computer aided and hand drafting skills. I am continually impressed with his attention to detail and accuracy in every protect. > > He's a true architectural artist. **★★★★★ — Honeycomb Home Design, Oct. 2016** > I have worked with Richard on several remodels and new builds. He has this amazing ability to sketch out what his ideas are quickly and efficiently. He also has a vast knowledge of construction and how his designs will be able to be fabricated and constructed. He is a real talent! **★★★★★ — madeline1111, Aug. 2016** > I have rendered several of Richards homes for him. He is a consummate professional > and an excellent designer.....His vision and attention to detail always push me further as a an artist and a visionary. Thank you for that Richard! **★★★★★ — Craig Ross, Dec. 2015** > My Wife and I have been extremely blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Richard and Residential Design Studio. On our move to Texas, we searched for three solid days with our Realtor and while driving to another listing we saw a home under construction from RDS and had him pull over to look. The first thing we noticed was the incredible attention to detail the exterior presented. Upon walking into the home, we were taken aback by the interior. Simply exquisite. The home was still under construction but you could see from the cabinetry to the stone work on the fireplace that this was really special. We had our Realtor call Richard to meet with him to hear about how he planned to finish out the residence. Meeting Richard was all we needed to secure the home! His knowledge, personality and depth of expertise is far superior than most architect/builders that I have met in over 30 years of civil engineering. His willingness to arrive at the solution you are looking for is unbelievable. The ideas he brings to the table will leave you speechless and you will heavily anticipate seeing the dream transpire from paper to fruition!!! We have since referred RDS to our family and they have constructed 5 new homes for them. Everyone being the highest quality and incredibly gorgeous homes. We could not give a higher recommendation! I suggest you contact/hire Residential Design Studio for any of your projects... your complete satisfaction will make RDS your ONLY go to builder... period. I would never trust or hire anyone else. ## Selected projects - [Coastal Estate Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-estate-home-pj-vj~6994657) - Location: Pismo Beach, CA - Photos: 218 - Description: Coastal Estate Home Project - Pismo Beach This home sits on 1.5 acre direct ocean front lot with particularly steep terrain. We incorporated a multi level approach to negotiate the slope and disperse the 10,000 square feet of living space. The main living levels of the home have the feel of being on a cruise ship directly on the water. This home would be best described as a contemporary take on Spanish mediterranean design that fits its spectacular California coastal location. - [California Dreaming Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-dreaming-estate-pj-vj~6997871) - Location: Pala, CA - Photos: 88 - Description: California Dreaming Estate. Spanish Colonial revival estate home set in the midst of orange groves and avocado orchards. This sprawling 6,500 square foot single level home is complimented by lush landscaping on a 3 acre homesite. - [Clean lined contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clean-lined-contemporary-pj-vj~1067156) - Location: Fort Worth, TX - Photos: 41 - Description: Empty nest contemporary home with exquisite finishes. This home was created to have high detail in a modest package. The client downsized from 5,000 square feet to 3,000 square feet and from a traditional home to a more modern design. Architecture by Richard Berry AIBD(Residential Design Studio) with interiors by Lila Parker ASID. - [Mediterranean Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-estate-pj-vj~2625898) - Location: Fort Worth, TX - Photos: 19 - Description: This three story estate features a gorgeous entry foyer with twin sweeping stairways, marble floors, beautiful dining room and study. The incredible view is enhanced by the swimming pool, outdoor arbor, and beautiful landscaping. The magnificent home was designed by Fred Parker Design Group; Richard Berry principal designer. Building and woodwork details and construction management was performed by Ron Parker AIBD. - [Spanish Colonial Revival Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-colonial-revival-estate-pj-vj~340412) - Location: Fort Worth, TX - Photos: 13 - Description: Spectacular Spanish colonial revival home in Fort Worth, Texas. This home was carefully designed to have authentic revival details found in homes built in the 1920s and 30s. Hallmarks being real wood windows, smooth hand trowel stucco plaster, and hand mortared clay tile roofing. Built by Fred Parker Company - [French Country Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-estate-pj-vj~340415) - Location: Duncan, OK - Photos: 19 - Description: This country French estate home was fast track designed and construction begun within 60 days of initial consultation. Additional design detail and consulting through project completion. - [Texas Meditteranean Villa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/texas-meditteranean-villa-pj-vj~228587) - Location: Granbury, TX - Photos: 37 - Description: This home was custom designed for this special site, where all major rooms have expansive views of the lake. The pool was built first to insure dramatic views from the time you step in the front door. Each level steps gently toward the water greatly enhancing the view and connection with the natural surroundings. - [Lavande Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lavande-farmhouse-pj-vj~2797581) - Location: Santa Ynez, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: Modern Farmhouse built in the rolling hills of the Santa Ynez Valley among coast oaks and golden hills. This home serves as the farmhouse to Lavande Farms, a dynamic lavender farm that produces exceptional lavender based products. - [San Diego Mid Century Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-diego-mid-century-renovation-pj-vj~5996278) - Location: Pauma Valley, CA - Photos: 50 - Description: A complete home renovation & addition of Mid century modern home completely transformed with contemporary flair. Exquisite and simple materials compliment this beautiful home in a lush setting. - ["Award Winning" Street Of Dreams II](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/award-winning-street-of-dreams-ii-pj-vj~1250209) - Location: Fort Worth, TX - Photos: 13 - Description: “The Estate at Trinity Bend” from the second Street of Dreams Tour of Homes occurred in Mira Vista Country Club in 1997. This is a prominent national housing tour in which a high scale development is featured and builders are carefully selected to be represented in the tour. Fred Parker led the Fred Parker Design Group along with interior designer Lila Parker ASID of Parker Designs to create an elegant and classic home for the tour. Lila worked with interior designers Sherry Bishop ASID and Lind… - [Modern Ranch Style Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-ranch-style-home-pj-vj~5996125) - Location: Pauma Valley, CA - Photos: 46 - Description: A modern take on the ranch home. Designed for empty nesters complete with private entrance guest suite and a bocce ball court. The views aren't bad either... - [European Charm](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/european-charm-pj-vj~2403871) - Location: Fort Worth, TX - Photos: 37 - Description: This magnificent European style estate located in Mira Vista Country Club has a beautiful panoramic view of a private lake. The exterior features sandstone walls and columns with stucco and cast stone accents, a beautiful swimming pool overlooking the lake, and an outdoor living area and kitchen for entertaining. The interior features a grand foyer with an elegant stairway with limestone steps, columns and flooring. The gourmet kitchen includes a stone oven enclosure with 48” Viking chef’s oven.… - [French Tradition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-tradition-pj-vj~1244333) - Location: Fort Worth, TX - Photos: 27 - Description: This fabulous property overlooks a beautiful panoramic view of Fort Worth. The 90 ft. of vertical drop from the curb to the rear property created a challenging but incredible opportunity for the Fred Parker Design Group, our engineers and building team. The French Country architecture was enhanced with elaborate stone and cast stone details both interior and exterior of the home. The breath taking view is evident from the moment you walk through the door to the elegant two story foyer. The clien… - [Texas Tuscan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/texas-tuscan-pj-vj~182422) - Location: Nemo, TX - Photos: 14 - [Lavande-La Petite Maison](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lavande-la-petite-maison-pj-vj~2802020) - Location: Santa Ynez, CA - Photos: 18 - Description: La Petite Maison is a cottage home at Lavande Farm. Situated in a working lavender farm in the middle of the Santa Ynez valley, this cottage is available for hire. https://www.vrbo.com/801340 - [Modern Mira Vista](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-mira-vista-pj-vj~1230674) - Location: Fort Worth, TX - Photos: 25 - Description: Elegant open concept contemporary home designed for an active lifestyle by Residential Design Studio. Muted light taupe colors coordinated inside & out. - [European Tradition II](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/european-tradition-ii-pj-vj~1242913) - Location: Mansfield, TX - Photos: 16 - Description: This beautiful European style home has a georgeous view of the lake and golf course. The exterior features cut limestone walls, cast stone details and a beautiful turret, appointed dormers, an elegant iron and an elegant glass entry door. The motor court and four car garage are entered through beautiful iron privacy gates.The drive is patterned and stained concrete with limestone borders. The owner worked with the Fred Parker Design Group and Lila Parker ASID to create a unique home by blending… - [Outdoor Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-spaces-pj-vj~1277542) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 33 - Description: One of the most of enjoyable works we do is to design beautiful, functional, and memorable outdoor spaces. When masterfully designed, an outdoor space can tame the climate, and provide hour upon hour of pleasure outside the home. - [Tuscany on the Prarie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tuscany-on-the-prarie-pj-vj~364419) - Location: Duncan, OK - Photos: 16 - Description: Estate home design with views in mind with Tuscan and rustic detailing. - [Hillside Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillside-estate-pj-vj~345404) - Location: Fort Worth, TX - Photos: 13 [See all 34 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/residential-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~847320918) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840746615.m3u8?s=dbcaeef7c62c2bf833821fea24a931b4399c3642&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Do you manage permitting and approvals?** Yes, as a full-service design and construction firm, we manage project management and site planning, which typically includes handling necessary permitting and approvals for your project. We aim to make the process as smooth as possible for our clients, guiding them through each step from concept to completion. **Are you licensed and insured?** Yes, we are proud to be a licensed design-build firm. While our data sources explicitly confirm our licensing, we also maintain comprehensive insurance coverage to protect our clients and projects. This ensures peace of mind and professional accountability throughout every phase of your design and construction journey with us. **What does your design-build process include?** Our design-build process is comprehensive, encompassing custom home design, home renovation design, and plan modification. We offer detailed sketching, rendering, and modeling, including virtual reality. We also provide expert design and construction consulting, project management, and site planning, guiding you seamlessly from initial concept to a beautifully finished home. **Do you handle both architectural design and construction?** Absolutely. We are a full-service design, construction, and owner representation firm. Our passion lies in creating creative architectural design solutions and then thoughtfully taking that design through the entire construction process. This integrated approach ensures a cohesive, high-quality outcome for your residential project from start to finish. **Can you work on additions and large renovations?** Yes, we specialize in both home additions and large renovations. Our services include comprehensive home renovation design, home remodeling, and home restoration. Whether you are adding square footage or reworking an outdated space, we provide full working plans and design assistance to transform your home beautifully and functionally. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [Net ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/162393622/list/net-ideas) — 454 ideas - [Saved client pictures](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/164599333/list/saved-client-pictures) — 67 ideas - [142 Front Street](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/140684621/list/142-front-street) — 59 ideas - [resdesstudio's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/694423/list/resdesstudio-s-ideas) — 6 ideas - [Tropical Home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1064356/list/tropical-home) — 3 ideas - [Kids rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1064350/list/kids-rooms) — 1 idea [See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/resdesstudio) ## Community Q&A **Q: front door is beautiful** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you share the manufacturer of the front door? Thank you . A: Hi there. It was custom made by Durango Door’s in Ft Worth Tx. **Q: where did you get such beautiful urns at the front door entrance?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Not totally sure at this point, but try Jacksons in Dallas https://www.jacksonshg.com/rustic **Q: Is the wall and ceiling wallpapered?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: No it is hand troweled plaster and a paint finish... **Q: Why is there a bathtub and blinds in the shower?** *(in Photo Questions)* Hello, as a fellow designer, I am intrigued as to why the blinds and tub ended up in the shower enclosure. It seems redundant. I would love to know where that idea came from. Thank you A: Hi there. The original idea was to push out the bump out and put the tub next to a shower area within the glass area creating a 'wet room', but they ran out of space and the discussion was to keep the tub or do away with it and keep a large shower. The client chose to keep the tub and create a unique shower/tub space. **Q: Rich, this is Carla,** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the square footage of this home? A: Hi Carla, you can't tell from this view but there is another floor under this, so it is very large approximately 8500 square feet. **Q: A duplex we designed for Central Austin is featured in the Builder Magazine Blog: https://blog.houseplans.com/article/space-for-extended-family-why-you-should-consider-a-duplex** *(in Post to Followers)* A duplex we designed for Central Austin is featured in the Builder Magazine Blog: https://blog.houseplans.com/article/space-for-extended-family-why-you-should-consider-a-duplex A: Very nice! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-09.*