crafted with purpose & poetry

The exclusive focus of Always by Design is creating uniquely-tailored, contemporary residences. Founder/sole proprietor Ed Barnhart, AIA, works closely with each owner throughout every project the firm undertakes – from the initial meeting through to completion of construction – assuring a consistent vision and detailed follow-through. AxD’s award-winning permanent residences and vacation homes encompass a wide range of settings – urban to rural, from Maine to Virginia – each uniquely crafted to express a poetry of place and purpose.