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Fratantoni Design is a nationally recognized leader in luxury residential home plans. With 40+ years of experience, we are renowned for crafting sophisticated homes for distinguished clients, including iconic celebrity residences. With a legacy of excellence, our team brings vision and innovation to every project, designing custom residences across Scottsdale, Phoenix, and major areas nationwide, from California, New Jersey, and New York to Texas and Hawaii.


Our approach prioritizes a seamless, white-glove experience, guiding clients from the first consultation through project completion. Whether creating refined estates or exclusive celebrity homes, we ensure each design embodies the elegance and luxury our clients expect. Discover our portfolio to see how Fratantoni Design merges timeless style with architectural innovation, transforming visions into extraordinary residences.

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Designing Grand Entrances and Arrival Sequences in Luxury Custom Residential Architecture

By Sam Fratantoni • February 18, 2026
In luxury custom residential architecture, the grand entrance is one of the most important design elements of a high end custom home. The arrival sequence defines the architectural identity, enhances curb appeal, and establishes the tone for the entire luxury estate.  At Fratantoni Design, we approach every luxury custom home with intentional architectural planning, ensuring the exterior elevation, motor court, front facade, and grand foyer work together to create a cohesive and unforgettable experience. Below are the core components of designing a grand entrance in luxury home architecture.

How Architectural Planning Impacts Long Term Property Value

By Sam Fratantoni • February 10, 2026
Architectural planning is one of the most powerful and often overlooked drivers of long term property value in luxury residential real estate. While materials, finishes, and décor certainly contribute to visual appeal, the true financial and lifestyle performance of a home begins long before construction. It begins with the architectural plans. Strategic custom architectural design determines how a home functions, how it ages, how it adapts to changing lifestyles, and ultimately how it is perceived in the luxury housing market years or even decades later. For homeowners investing in custom luxury homes, architectural planning is not simply a preliminary phase. It is the foundation that protects and grows the value of the property over time.

Curb Appeal at the Estate Level: Architectural Elements That Make a Statement

By Sam Fratantoni • February 2, 2026
When designing a luxury custom home, curb appeal is far more than fresh landscaping or a new coat of paint. True estate level curb appeal is rooted in architecture. It is the intentional balance of scale, symmetry, materials, and structural detail that communicates prestige, permanence, and craftsmanship before anyone ever steps through the front door. For affluent homeowners building a custom residence, the exterior of the home sets expectations for everything that follows. Luxury architecture is not decorated. It is designed from the ground up to make a statement.  In high end residential architecture, curb appeal directly influences perceived property value, emotional impact, and long term desirability. The most memorable luxury homes are instantly recognizable not because of trends, but because of strong architectural fundamentals that stand the test of time.

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