--- title: "KVD+ Architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kvd-architecture-pfvwus-pf~881233013 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~881233013.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "KVD+ Architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/34231dd101e42c47_7431-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "220 Alexander Street, Princeton, New Jersey 08540, United States" latitude: 40.3666 longitude: -74.6408 phone: "(609) 933-1845" website: http://www.kvdstudio.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 12 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 104 last_updated: 2026-09-16 --- # KVD+ Architecture Original Houzz profile: [KVD+ Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kvd-architecture-pfvwus-pf~881233013) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Princeton, NJ - **Serves:** Princeton - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (12 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2019), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves We provide elegant design solutions on any budget, having completed hundreds of residential, commercial and community projects since 1984. With compassion and sensitivity we listen carefully to our clients, local contexts and the environment. We fuse design simplicity with construction knowledge and experience to create places in which to work, live, play and love. We are experts in the design and construction of housing for folks with disabilities and special needs. We believe in the creation of soul spaces for those of all abilities. We bring change to life and life to change. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Space Planning - Universal Design - Drafting - Site Preparation - Landscape Plans - Design for Special Needs ### Areas Served - Princeton ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | KVD+ Architecture | | Address | 220 Alexander Street, Princeton, New Jersey 08540, United States | | Phone | (609) 933-1845 | | Website | http://www.kvdstudio.com | | Followers on Houzz | 104 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/KVDArchitecture - Blog — http://www.kvdstudio.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [KVD+ Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kvd-architecture-pfvwus-pf~881233013) - **Website:** http://www.kvdstudio.com - **Phone:** (609) 933-1845 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Easter Seals award for creating sensitive architectural solutions for persons with special needs. - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2019), for Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 12 reviews** ### All 12 reviews **★★★★★ — rls530, Nov. 2018** > My family was in need of a design for a handicapped bathroom and bedroom. Kyle and Pat were referred to us by my contractor. > We are so grateful because not only did they design a beautiful functional space for my disabled child, they decided to donate their time and design to the project. We are forever grateful to them. They are not only talented with what they do, but they are amazing people as well. **★★★★★ — Thomas Wilson, May 2016** > Wonderful experience working with them. Very helpful. Great ideas & insights saved us quite a bit on cost of this project. > They practice "supportive architecture" - which helped us think, learn, and ultimately create a fantastic space that is both practical & emotionally appealing. > Highly recommend. **★★★★ — onefiftysix, Sept. 2015** > Great design ideas. Created beautiful functional master bath and attractive additional bedroom with barrel vaulted ceiling. Added foam insulation to all walls. Easy to work with, responsive to feedback and worked well with the builder. I haven't given 5 stars as there was a mistake in not including an outside porch overhang that had been in previous drawings that was not caught until design was built. **★★★★★ — darthahopkins, Sept. 2015** > We added a screened in porch, enlarged our bedroom, and generally updated and improved our house. Kyle is the consummate professional. He is very talented with a great eye for form, texture, and function. He is extremely well organized and is there to facilitate, clarify, and support throughout the whole process. Everything is clear ahead of time. He knows how to be warm and professional at the same time. In addition he really listens and adjusts to his customers’ tastes and ideas, yet never hesitates to give his frank and professional opinion. He is consistently available which is very important. It is a pleasure to work with him and with the others on his staff. **★★★★★ — janezamost, Sept. 2015** > Kyle helped my husband/me re-design our home nearly fifteen years ago and we still love every inch of it! His smarts, innovation and kindness are so greatly appreciated always. I highly recommend Kyle and his staff for your architectural needs. **★★★★★ — chiploeb, Sept. 2015** > Kyle is terrific. He has excellent and imaginative ideas, he listens to his clients and gives them what they want, rather than following some preconceived notion of what he thinks they should want. I have done several projects with him and will probably do more. Count on him to explore lots of ideas, be respectful of your budget, and be fun to work with. **★★★★★ — Baxter Construction, Dec. 2014** > We have worked with KVD+ for over 30 years. They are a great Architecture firm. They have a highly skilled staff. The drawings we receive to build the project are very thorough. The staff has extensive field experience. This helps during the project when questions come up or unforeseen conditions arise they are really great at handling and working them out with the construction team. **★★★★★ — loishuber, April 2014** > The whole experience working with KVD + Architecture was wonderful. They helped us to envision the project in ways that we would not, and guided us through all our decision processes. They oversaw the entire project and coordinated beautifully with the contractor. And they checked in with us frequently as the project took shape. Helpful and thoughtful from beginning to end. We are highly appreciative of their support and expertise. (And we love the renovation to our house!) **★★★★★ — Diane Thieke, Jan. 2014** > My husband and I hired KVD+ Architecture to renovate our house in 2004, and we couldn't have been happier with the process and the results. This was a truly collaborative effort. Kyle Van Dyke was our main contact, and he spent a lot of time listening to what we wanted to achieve, and then contributed some truly creative ideas. Since it was a large scale renovation (we expanded our three-bedroom ranch into a five-bedroom colonial and customized virtually every aspect), we needed someone who could reliably guide us through it. Kyle was closely involved in every aspect and was our trusted advisor throughout. The result is a unique home that is perfect for the way we live. We would highly recommend KVD+ Architecture! **★★★★★ — jw\_from\_nj, Jan. 2014** > Our KVD architect began by asking us what we liked and didn't like about our Victorian house. She blended the design of our addition so it flowed seamlessly from the original construction. The windows and other details match the style of the original, and she incorporated corbels we had salvaged from another part of the house into the design. > > KVD took care of all the approvals, permits, and inspections. Our architect was also our project manager. She met with us weekly and was available by phone and email if we ran into a problem during construction. > > We now have an attractive addition that combines Victorian style with modern convenience. **★★★★★ — gettysart, Jan. 2014** > KVD+ is an excellent firm focusing on clients needs. Whether you are looking to design a distinctive sustainable new home/addition or looking for a great design solution for a disabled member of your family, this is the architecture firm that knows how to make it happen in accordance with your needs. I worked for KVD+ and have seen their attention to detail, design and service which is highly professional. **★★★★★ — carlvand, Jan. 2014** > I have worked with Kyle and his team on four projects -- three single family homes (one was my own, two were investment properties), plus a larger mixed use building that included a residential component. If voting with your feet is significant, then clearly I have voted in the affirmative multiple times. KVD consistently delivers on its commitments, and consistently exceeds expectations for responsiveness, integrity, and thoroughness. This has allowed me to develop a relationship with KVD that is based on trust and mutual respect. KVD works hard to trade-off between costs and style, and listens to its clients to understand what makes sense in each situation. The end result has been excellent, and well received by many. As with any endeavor where there are trade-offs, the client must be prepared to participate in the process to ensure satisfaction and success. Two of these projects involved older, post and beam structures -- KVD has an excellent understanding of such structures and the process of renovating them. If I had any complaints, they are minor, mostly focused on perhaps achieving slightly faster turn-arounds, and as an investor looking to select somewhat less expensive materials in some situations. Overall, a definite thumbs-up. ## Selected projects - [La Casa Grande y Bonita](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-casa-grande-y-bonita-pj-vj~396789) - Location: Skillman, NJ - Photos: 14 - Description: The Addition/ Renovation of a New Jersey Track Home - [For the Love of Books & Outdoors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/for-the-love-of-books-and-outdoors-pj-vj~389532) - Location: West Windsor, NJ - Photos: 8 - Description: Addition/ Renovation of a home where there is now as much to enjoy inside as there is outside. - [Secret above the Garage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/secret-above-the-garage-pj-vj~396797) - Location: West Windsor, NJ - Photos: 5 - Description: During this Master Plan and Addition, a master bedroom suite is tucked above an existing garage. - [Airy & Light](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/airy-and-light-pj-vj~396792) - Location: Lawrenceville, NJ - Photos: 2 - Description: Porch & Deck Addition - [Long Distant Views, Fine Details](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/long-distant-views-fine-details-pj-vj~396794) - Location: Hopewell, NJ - Photos: 9 - Description: The complete renovation of a track home originally designed by Robert AM Stern. - [Light & Color](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/light-and-color-pj-vj~417249) - Location: Plainsboro, NJ - Photos: 3 - Description: A ranch home is transformed into a two-story, contemporary soul space. - [Soul Space for Disabilities](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/soul-space-for-disabilities-pj-vj~396798) - Location: Teaneck, NJ - Photos: 10 - Description: This is a new group home designed for six persons with developmental disabilities. The home combines functionality and complete accessibility. Equal dedication was given to caregivers and occupants throughout its design. The result is a pleasant place for both living and working. Pinewood features barrier free kitchen work stations; fully accessible baths with roll in showers; an accessible laundry room; all within a high performance envelope. Accessible exterior spaces lead to three separate ac… - [Old Farmhouse, New Spirit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-farmhouse-new-spirit-pj-vj~396801) - Location: Hopewell, NJ - Photos: 3 - Description: Addition/ Renovation of a 200 year old New Jersey Farmhouse - [School House Breathes History](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/school-house-breathes-history-pj-vj~396803) - Location: West Windsor, NJ - Photos: 9 - Description: Reconstruction of a 200 year old New Jersey One Room Schoolhouse - [Flooded with Light & Love](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flooded-with-light-and-love-pj-vj~818199) - Location: Princeton, NJ - Photos: 3 - Description: Glimpses into the homes of our own - [War of the Worlds](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/war-of-the-worlds-pj-vj~770030) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: On the evening of October 30, 1938, Orson Welles broadcasted his radio adaptation of H. G. Wells’ War of the Worlds. This 1868 barn structure became the “poster child” of that event in national and international publications. The design distinctively preserves this landmark building and brings economic vitality to the community and the property. History remains and community vitality is reborn at Grover's Mill. - [Family Joy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-joy-pj-vj~2491660) - Location: Princeton, NJ - Photos: 3 - Description: Kitchen Renovation to an historic home - [Thriving in place](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/thriving-in-place-pj-vj~2491640) - Location: Princeton, NJ - Photos: 3 [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kvd-architecture-pfvwus-pf~881233013) ## Ideabooks - [DAVINO](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/121566467/list/davino) — 40 ideas - [LAKE HOUSE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114549175/list/lake-house) — 37 ideas - [BROSSMAN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115013960/list/brossman) — 2 ideas - [Accessible Thinking](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34691377/list/accessible-thinking) — 4 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/kvdarchitecture) ## Community Q&A **Q: How did you make this kitchen accessible to residents and caretakers?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: We provided two levels of countertop- one countertop at 34" high above finish floor with a clear space below with provides a worksurface for accessibility and the other at a standard height of 36" high above finish floor with base cabinets below. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-16.*