AAHA Studio

AAHA Studio was great to work with and Harper is personable and knowledgable about architecture and design. I also liked working with her direct staff of other architects who were great as well. They had all the equipment to produce 3D drawings which was what I was interested in and were able to answer any questions I had along the way. I would fully recommend AAHA Studio, without reservation, for any architectural work you may need done!

We really enjoyed working with Aaron and Harper. They helped us plan and build our dream home, and were great to work with. They were also very knowledgable in terms of navigating our city's byzantine permitting process (we live in Santa Monica). Would highly recommend them!

Harper and her team are top notch! We engaged them for an addition & remodel to our home and were very impressed by Harper and Ngoc-Linh - they were efficient, knowledgeable, and pleasant to work with. While we ultimately decided against moving forward with the project, we've referred them to family in the neighborhood and are working with AAHA for an interior design project. Harper & co. have a great eye for detail and make tasteful recommendations. Overall we've found the team to be transparent with their process, pricing, and timing.

I worked with AAHA Studio on a new build on a tricky lot and I can’t recommend them more. The lot we were designing for had a lot of challenges, partially flat and partially slopped with a limited amount of street frontage and I needed to design something that was not only design forward but also with a home that allowed for as much square footage as we’d be allowed to build, AAHA took on the challenge and Im I love with what the did. The process of working with them was also incredibly user friendly and collaborative. I’ve work with other architects that design what they feel like but want minimal client interaction working with Harper and they team at AAHA couldn’t have been more different then previous experiences I’ve had. Great design, incredible knowledge of city code and easy to work with, I could not have really asked for more.

We had the pleasure of working with Harper and her team at AAHA Studio for the construction of our house, and can confidently say that the experience exceeded all of my expectations. From the initial concept discussions to the final touches, AAHA showcased an unparalleled level of professionalism, creativity, and dedication. From the start, AAHA demonstrated a remarkable ability to listen attentively to our ideas, preferences, and needs. They made us feel involved and heard throughout the entire design process. One of the standout qualities of AAHA is their attention to detail, and ability to communicate effectively both with us (owners, who know nothing about construction) and with the builders (technical conversations ranging from HVAC Duct placement to structure steel supports in the wall). This resulted in a home that feels both luxurious and practical, a true testament to their expertise in architectural design. We wholeheartedly recommend AAHA to anyone in need of architectural and design services. Their passion, creativity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence are evident in every detail of my new home. Working with them was an absolute pleasure, and we couldn't be happier with the outcome.

AAHA were absolutely incredible to work with. Aaron, Harper and Lisa were true professionals, and brought a real thoughtful design aesthetic and comprehensive skillset to the process. From the very beginning, it was clear that there were shared sensibilities and architectural details that we all collectively wanted for our modern home. Taking on a new build and/or home renovation could be a incredibly daunting task to most homeowners but the AAHA team made it collaborative, manageable and rewarding.

Hire AAHA if you want a great design team. Harper's team was transparent in setting up costs for services and provided timely service when needed and her team was efficient and responsive to my requests. Able to get work done in short time frame. AAHA studio lived within my budget and offered suggestions for cost savings and ideas how to get a design that looked great without sacrificing quality. She put high quality items in important areas and saved on less important areas. Harpers ideas about current design are excellent and helped me change my 1980's dated house into a chic beach contemporary house. Is up to date on current trends and design ideas. Harper worked well with my architect and contractor and made working on this team fun. Hire AAHA if you want a hassle free and dedicated Interior design team.

We loved working with Harper and her team! They were total pros and helped us think through multiple design options until we were happy. We always felt supported and like we were in good hands. We plan to work with AAHA in the future if we ever need help with architecture or design.

I have worked with AAHA on a few jobs and have been happy with my experience on all of our projects together. I have worked with them both on client jobs - as well as my own personal home. They are patient, detailed + great team players. I highly recommend using them, and will continue hiring them for my future needs.

I really enjoyed working with the team at AAHA Studio. Harper was an excellent resource, and Lisa did an amazing job with the design. They were supportive, responsive, helpful, understanding and above all, talented.

Working with Harper was an absolute pleasure. From the get-go, she persevered to find creative solutions and opportunities for the myriad challenges of my project. She’s both personable and professional, and I recommend her to anyone looking.

AAHA designed our "dream home" future vision for our home and then helped us to divide up the plan in manageable sections so we know how to achieve it. They coordinated with other professionals to finalize the plans for our first major project all the way through to getting the permits approved. Becky is amazing to work with and she made sure her design matched our vision. Harper is great at explaining the reality of home improvement and making sure the scope of work matched the reality of what we could accomplish.

We had never used an architect before, but this company came highly recommended by a family member who worked with them on a remodel. Harper, Aaron, and Rebecca are great to work with. Our communication with each other has been great. I really feel like they work to understand what we want out of the project. We had some outside of the box ideas. They helped out with a lot of minor things we hadn't considered and helped to set our expectations on some of the items that wouldn't work in the way we were thinking. Their idea for the bathroom configuration is way better than anything I had imagined. They have done practically all the work with the engineer and permits are currently helping us to work with the contractors. I feel like if we had tried to do this project without them, it would have ended up to be something much less than what we wanted or expected. I have recommended them to my mom and in-laws.

We had the pleasure of working with the team at AAHA Studio two times; once for a remodel and a second time for a design and build of our new custom home. Everyone at AAHA is creative, very communicative, collaborative, highly-disciplined and in general very good at what they do. This was our first time designing and building a new home and Aaron, Harper and the team led us through the project with great enthusiasm, patience and care. In addition to designing the house from the ground up (from architecture to materials), they worked tirelessly to get our plans approved through our city (Redondo Beach) even though it was during the early days of Covid. Lastly, they interacted constantly with our home builder to ensure that the home was built to the exact specifications that we had developed. We have been living in our home now for five months and are very happy. The design aesthetic of our home is very appealing and we get compliments on it all the time, while the layout AHAA created is comfortable, clean and easy to live in. We are happy we chose Aaron, Harper and team and highly recommend AHAA Studio.

I’ve worked with AAHA Studio (Harper, Aaron, and Lara) on 3 separate projects in a fairly short period. They are PROS and are excellent to work with. I am a developer and a general contractor. I work with a lot of architects and architecture firms. My experience with them as been as a GC. I think their architecture and design are beautiful, their plans are extremely thorough, and they are always responsive to questions or concerns. My experience is their clients love working with them and that they are very good team builders. Those are very good signs of a successful project.

I can’t say enough good things about the AAHA team. Harper Halprin is top notch in professionalism, communication, and responsiveness. Throughout the entire process I felt like I was well taken care of. Harper and her team presented ideas that were beyond my expectations. Their knowledge and experience have ultimately saved me time and money. There is no question about it…I would highly recommend AAHA!

Our first experience with building our dream home didn’t really go well, but in came AAHA Studio, aka the dream team, to totally save and bring new life to our project. I feel as though the entire staff really took time to get to know our family’s needs and bring them to the project. Time and time again, I have been blown away by the design details. Our family could not be more excited about starting our lives in our new space. A space that not only looks beautiful, but is also completely functional for our family. Thank you Aaron, Harper and your amazing team! Ps: if you’re worried about design meetings during Covid 19, Aaron is a pro at zoom, FaceTime, virtual meeting and more. He will make you feel like you’re really walking through your floor plan. We have felt so supported and taken care of during this time.

Harper Halprin has been a great Architect throughout the project. She is very sharp. She will explain you in details all the options. She always found solutions when things did not seem right in various construction phases. You are assured that a very knowledgable and intelligent person is on your side. Her company is bit expensive, but worth it if you want everything precise and modern.

We worked together with the Team at AAHA Studio on a New, Modern style, Ground Up, Residential in Culver City. Imbuia construction inc. acted as General Contractor. We had a very successful outcome and the 3000+ sq ft home is now being enjoyed by a family of 5. The team was very responsive with feedback and communication, throughout the process and we look forward to working together in the near future.

What a terrifying endeavor to unload your entire savings into rebuilding your home. This why the first people you hire to kickstart your project is a critical decision, to say the least. When we interviewed 4 separate architects, we landed on AAHA Studio because they appeared trustworthy and genuine. Frankly, the most endearing attribute that made them stand out during our consideration of architects was that they were not snobby. Possessing an aptitude to design and create construction documents to build a house is essential, but more importantly we wanted someone that would be on our side and not sneer us into decisions along the way. A project like ours is a 2+ year commitment from concept to plans to construction and punch list. You have to like who you're working with, and we are glad we picked AAHA Studio. Aaron and Harper were trusted partners from start to finish. They fully listened to everything we wanted, examined what we described as our lifestyle with three young kids (two kids when we started), and probed to uncover what our aspirational style was. Through multiple conference calls, accompanied showroom visits, weekly construction site meetings, special subcontractor introductions (that yielded great results), and problem solving sessions, we can honestly say that we enjoyed working with this husband and wife duo and their extended team. We were confident that throughout this entire process, they had our backs. Aaron and Harper are organized, GREAT emailers (which is a rarity in the builder/designer community), and understand that while they went to school for that degree in architecture, sound communication is the key to a successful project. And as a result, we have a unique, custom, and beautiful home. And an intact relationship after project completion. We wish the best of luck to AAHA Studio on their future projects and would easily recommend them as architects for remodeling or new constructions.

Your professional approach combined with your customer focus differentiates you straight away. AAHA Studio listens, creates and supports during the entire project. Thank you.

I have worked with Aaron and Harper on several projects. They are always very responsive and professional. Their designs are beautiful yet functional.

HH Design took my funky, small floor plan and turned it into a beautiful, functional, open floor plan. It was exactly what we needed and wanted. People are amazed at how our house feels so much bigger without added much square footage.

Harper is not only a total pro, but she really cares about her clients. We did a pretty intense renovation of our duplex in West Adams and she went the extra mile for us many different times. She's creative, empathetic, patient, was consistent with communication and checking-in, and has great attention to detail. I wouldn't hesitate to work with her, or recommend her to a friend for future work. She also has good taste in wine, which is always a plus.

We loved HH Design, they were professional, on time and stuck with every meeting we had even though sometimes it went right into a holiday. Harper and her team are extremely talented and on top of every detail. We couldn't be happier with the design of our home. We ended up doing way more than we wanted, but isn't that par for the course? We highly recommend HH Design

We have been working with Harper and her team on a lot of projects over the years. Helping her with Engineering on commercial and residential projects all over the LA area. HH Design is one of the best companies to work with in LA.

HH Design has been wonderful to work with. We worked with them on the planning of an addition to and renovation of the upper level of our duplex in Los Angeles. They were there through every step of the feasibility of the project and were very knowledgeable about navigating the stringent city requirements as our project is located in a Historic Overlay Zone. Along with producing all the required drawings and listening to our needs, Harper and her team were there to assist us with bidding the project out to contractors to make sure the scope of work fit our budget. I have already recommended them to numerous other friends and professional contacts and will continue to do so as they are always willing to help in whatever way they are able and will go the extra mile to make sure their clients’ needs are met.

Harper Halprin and the team and HH design are amazing. In just one try, they nailed the revised layout of our mid-century modern house to give us everything on our wish list. On top of the layout, they also assisted us with selection of fixtures, finishes and equipment (keeping our taste and budget in mind), and also provided recommendations on some vendors we could use. Lastly, they helped us deal with a very difficult general contractor and guided us through the unknown territory of home renovation. Without their expertise, we would have been lost. They made themselves available for meetings and calls, when needed, and were always quick to respond to timely requests for information. We would recommend HH Design to anyone.

We hired HHDEsign for both our interior and exterior. This was our first home purchase and there was a lot for us to do and a lot to learn, they helped us every step of the way!! Their team was patient (I️ was 8 months pregnant), creative, professional and went above and beyond on every aspect. We could not have done it without them and are so grateful. We would recommend them to anyone!!

I worked with HH Design on a complete "down to the studs" remodel of a 3 bed, 2 bath home including front and back outdoor entertainment areas. This was a complex, multi-faceted project that involved transforming a 1940's bungalow into a contemporary, open-concept retreat with vaulted ceilings, a custom kitchen and the addition of a second bath. Harper and the HH Design team fair exceeded my expectations at every stage of this project including initial design concepts, preparation of finely detailed drawings, leading the bidding process and championing management of the project right through completion, all with an eye towards the timeline and set budget parameters. They are unique in offering both architectural and interior design services which ensured a more wholistic perspective on the project and allowed us to maintain a high level of design integrity as the project evolved. In all, HH Design is an extremely knowledgable, highly skilled and creative team that quickly earns the position of a trusted partner. I would not hesitate to recommend them and look forward to working with them on future projects.

We worked with HH Design on a new home build. We were all very impressed initially with the detail in the drawings. We review many drawing sets and have mixed reviews. Harper was keen on making sure everything was included in the bid for her client. No one wants change orders! Once construction started: Harper and HH design were easy to reach and always had great input and direction for us. As a builder this is key to the success of any job. We continue to work with HH design on other projects and refer them with total confidence. Wes Farnsworth Farnsworth Builders

hh design is amazing! I have worked with Harper on two separate projects- my home and a rental. I entered into the projects not knowing what to expect and with Harper's guidance and patience I quickly found myself fully involved and loving the process. She listened, shared her experience and paid attention to all of the details. The designs exceeded our expectations and I would highly recommend Harper and her firm. I would be happy to talk to those shopping around- no one can compete!

I can't say enough about Harper and her level of flexibility and patience. When we first met, she made me extremely comfortable working with her and she helped me organize my thoughts and offered very valuable input with every step of the project. She has a great eye for design, and had great resources to help with all angles of our project. She took the time to really understand the scope of our project and completed it in a very organized manner. I would highly recommend her :)

HH Design was fantastic to work with and we highly recommend them! They designed our kitchen and master bath remodel in our Los Angeles/Brentwood condo. Harper understood our ideas and wants/needs for the spaces and brought them together for a cohesive vision throughout the unit. Her modern eye kept the space looking clean and fresh. Her attention to detail and quick, thorough responses made the project run smoothly. The finished spaces are even better than we expected. We look forward to working with them again on our next remodel project.

My husband and I own a four unit apartment building in the Beverlywood area of Los Angeles that was constructed in the '40's. It was originally one of the "Co-op Style" buildings similar to the condos of today. Due to extenuating circumstances, it has been extremely difficult to update the building. HHDesign, with confidence and poise came to our rescue. Their professionalism and architectural expertise have turned a nightmare into a sweet dream. We were so impressed with their portfolio which is largely high-end and contemporary. This could have possibly been a stumbling block, however; you can imagine how pleased we were when, at their suggestion, they maintained the integrity of the building and style of the neighborhood. Even better yet, while honoring our budgetary constraints, they managed to give the building and grounds an incredibly needed facelift and artfully pulled the exterior facade into the 21st Century. We have had numerous complements from neighbors and friends and now have pride of ownership thanks to the tireless efforts and extraordinary service afforded by HHDesign. It is with the utmost sincerity that we recommend this highly efficient and talented team to the consumers of Houzz.