Altura Architects
Architecture and PlanningNorth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees
Altura Architects is a full-service architectural studio based in Asheville, North Carolina, founded in 1985. The firm combines artistic vision with technical expertise to create designs that reflect the character of its mountain region while prioritizing environmental stewardship and community impact. Serving clients across urban and rural settings, its projects emphasize careful attention to site, context, and craftsmanship, aiming to meet the needs of property owners and communities alike. The practice operates within the architecture and planning industry, focusing on sustainable design and quality outcomes for the Asheville area and its surroundings. In addition to local work, the firm has received recognitions such as the AIA ASPIRE Award and a Griffin Award, reflecting peer acknowledgement of its adaptive reuse and design quality. Recent activity includes participation in a community event tied to its 40th anniversary and a charitable donation effort supporting Mountain True’s recovery initiatives in Western North Carolina. The team consists of registered architects and qualified staff, including LEED-accredited professionals, underscoring its emphasis on environmentally informed design.