Ames Peterson - International Architecture

West Hollywood, CA

Shane Ames and Shawn Peterson team up to deliver vastly unique buildings and environments. Our design process is developed by weaving modern ideas with historical influences while attaining your wants and desires. We start with an axial design approach using line of sight, balance or symmetry and good taste, to create the feeling desired. A European background and love for extensive worldwide travel and photography, combined with a penchant for the historical details from the Ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Renaissance architectural styles influence our designs. Combining our unique backgrounds and approach with our clients' ideas and concepts leads to a hint of elegance that emanates and is not just seen “they just feel good without knowing why”. All architectural styles including contemporary can be approached in this fashion to create a timeless and classic piece of functional architecture to view, reside or work within. We have been blessed to have our designs reach globally gracing 6 continents, 30 countries and domestically to over 40 US states.

Services Provided

Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Attic Conversion, Basement Design, Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Design, Building Design, Custom Homes, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Handicap-Accessible Design, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Home Restoration, House Plans, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Laundry Room Design, Multigenerational Homes, New Home Construction, Pool House Design & Construction, Staircase Design, Universal Design

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Beverly Hills, Brentwood Los Angeles, Culver City, Encino, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Marina Del Rey, Pacific Palisades, Playa Del Rey, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Venice, West Hollywood

Awards

Bond Custom Top 100 2018: #4 Firm in North America BUILD 2018 Best Full-Service International Architecture Firm - West Coast BUILD 2018 Best Luxury Californian Residential Project: Wrightview

33 Projects for Ames Peterson - International Architecture

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7 Reviews for Ames Peterson - International Architecture

Lynnea Jean Interior Design

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Working with Shawn is an absolute pleasure. He has a way of making the design process uncomplicated and fun. Shawn is good-natured, highly professional, and has a wealth of knowledge to make any project a success. I look forward to working together more in the future!

September 14, 2015

andesign, inc

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We have had the good fortune of working with Shawn since the Fall of 2014. Shawn and his team are incredibly talented, personable and knowledgable. Every project is carefully thought out down to the very last detail. Shawn will always find a way to work within a client's budget and is fairly priced for the high level of work that he does. We look forward to continuing our working relationship with Ames-Peterson Intl.

July 20, 2015

Chris

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Great Architect! Very knowledgeable in his field. I love the fact that he really takes his time to educate the client on all aspects of the design and build phases of the project. The team designed two awesome modern-style homes for me that are currently under construction. Will definitely use again for future projects,

June 9, 2015

FK Interior Design

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We recently had the pleasure of working with Shawn Peterson and his team on a project in West Hollywood. Throughout the project Shawn was a consummate professional; calm, confident, and informative. He communicated well with the clients, contractors and designers and was well aware of all aspects of the project at all times. Most important he designed a beautiful home that's comfortable, well proportioned and nicely detailed. We hope to have more opportunities to work with Peterson Design Studio.

June 6, 2014

hueguinan

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As General Contractors and having worked with many of the top Architects and Designers in Los Angeles we consider Shawn Peterson to be one of the best there is. We have worked on many Projects with PDS since the company first began and highly recommend them to all our clients. PDS Architects is also one of the best if not the best we have worked with when dealing with the City. Getting details and the correct details quickly along with City Approvals is critical to keeping on Schedule. All Home Owners and Sub Contractors that we have worked with on Projects with Shawn Peterson have nothing but the highest regard for his dedication to the job and how skilled he is in every part of the Process.

January 22, 2014

mlacroman

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I have spoken to other firms and Sean and the team at PDS are second to none. From concept to completion he had a solution to make make 1926 boxed room house feel like a amazing flowing home. Super detail oriented and great to work with. They will be helping me for all my future projects. I highly recommend PDS a Architects. Thanks Shawn!!

November 23, 2013Last modified:November 26, 2013

garethjames

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Shawn did a fantastic job on our remodel. My wife and I already had a pretty good job of the floor plan we wanted to create. Shawn helped us tweak these ideas. However, his biggest contribution was with all the many details that we had never considered. For example, he created a skylight over the center of the kitchen with crossing beams and a light hanging down from the middle. Details like this turned a nice house into one that we love.

November 22, 2013Last modified:November 22, 2013

102 Comments

Commented: Pool dimensions15x33

September 27, 2020

Commented: Island dimensions15’ island

June 9, 2020

Commented: Help! Cherry Wood Kitchen Cabinets !I'd try replacing the light bulbs first and seeing if a less yellow color helps brighten the kitchen. Look for something in the 4000k range. Much cheaper option and might make you very happy!

May 8, 2019 in Paint

Commented: Please help me bring new home back to life!I would get rid of the shutters. They're the wrong size and don't flatter the house. You could add some nice flowering hedges in the front to add seasonal color to the space. I would also remove the f...

April 19, 2019 in Landscape Design

Commented: First day of demoExcellent progress! It's tough to demo yourself- you're doing a great job.

April 18, 2019 in Remodeling

Commented: phase 2 (finish rest of bathroom)What's your plan for phase 2?

April 18, 2019 in Flooring

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