Meet the Fratantoni Family

Fratantoni Design • December 9, 2021

Meet the family behind the Fratantoni name!

Residents for more than 50 years, the Fratantoni family is proud to be part of the state of Arizona. Starting at a young age, both Sam and Josie Fratantoni were introduced to building and designing by their families. Sam and Josie established the prestigious Fratantoni firm in 1987, starting with a small team and creating a distinguished full-service firm creating luxury custom homes across the nation. With over 30 years of experience, the Fratantoni family brings new and unique ideas to blossom your home to life.

Sam and Josie Fratantoni with their children Angelo, Vincent, and Jessica Fratantoni

Fratantoni is a full-service experience with our team of architects, builders, interior designers, and real estate agents. The Fratantoni Experience has transformed over the years, with the addition of Sam and Josie’s wonderful children Angelo, Vincent, and Jessica. With knowledge in a diverse range of categories, Angelo and Vincent respectfully are the principals behind Fratantoni Luxury Estates, ready to build your luxury home. Along with Fratantoni Luxury Estates, Angelo and Vincent, as well as Josie Fratantoni, operate the Fratantoni Group, here to help you with all your real estate needs. Jessica, alongside Josie, are the principals of Fratantoni Interior Designers. With Jessica and Josie’s exceptional expertise in design, construction, and architecture, they are the dream team! Lastly, with over 30 years of experience in architecture and design, Sam is the principal behind Fratantoni Design. Creating phenomenal plans is the first step to your custom luxury home.

A group of three people standing next to each other in a kitchen.

The Fratantoni family provides families and individuals with a smooth process from start to finish, while designing luxury custom homes. Fratantoni Design, Fratantoni Interior Designers, Fratantoni Luxury Estates, and The Fratantoni Group can all be hired together or separately in Arizona and across the nation. We are here for all your design-build needs!

Please reach out if you have any questions about the Fratantoni Experience and our Scottsdale architect team !

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