Tanner White Architects: Residential Architecture Rooted in Westport, Connecticut

Operating since 2012, our firm brings together extensive experience in custom home design, sustainability, and project management. Our work has been celebrated for its craftsmanship, creativity, and ability to transform even the simplest concept into a distinctive architectural statement. Whether designing a coastal retreat overlooking Long Island Sound or reimagining a classic New England residence, we treat each home as an intimate reflection of the people who live in it.

Our Westport, Connecticut Location

Our primary office, located in the heart of Westport, anchors our practice and serves as the creative hub for our architecture firm. Westport’s coastal charm, historic neighborhoods, and vibrant arts community provide constant inspiration for our residential designs. These surroundings inform our approach to proportion, materiality, circulation, and indoor-outdoor living—elements that define sophisticated yet comfortable Connecticut homes.

Within Westport and Fairfield County, our team of residential architects works closely with homeowners to develop custom residences that enhance the region’s architectural fabric. Every site, view corridor, and natural landscape becomes a design opportunity, allowing us to craft homes that land lightly on their surroundings and feel inherently connected to place.

A Residential Design Philosophy Built Around the Client

Our work is guided by a simple yet powerful philosophy: exceptional residential design begins with listening. A home is more than a structure; it is a deeply personal environment that supports daily routines, family memories, and the rhythms of life. At Tanner White Architects, we treat every client relationship as a creative partnership.

This client-first mindset informs the way our architecture firm conducts each project—from initial discovery meetings to conceptual sketches, schematic design, permitting, and construction oversight. We translate client aspirations into built form with care and precision, refining every detail to align with the project’s aesthetic goals and functional requirements. Whether designing a new home in Westport or modernizing an existing one, we approach every commission with the same commitment to clarity, craftsmanship, and innovation.

Expertise in Custom Residential Architecture

As a specialized residential architect, our firm focuses exclusively on private homes. This deliberate focus allows us to bring unmatched depth to every aspect of residential design: spatial planning, materials selection, energy-efficient strategies, code compliance, and interior-architecture integration. We believe that a unified vision—inside and out—is essential to creating homes that endure in beauty and performance.

Our architectural portfolio includes projects across Connecticut and throughout the country, as well as international destination homes. Westport homeowners benefit from this broad experience, as our firm understands how to adapt residential design to diverse climates, building conditions, and stylistic contexts. Whether the design calls for a modern silhouette, a coastal-inspired retreat, or a reinterpretation of classic New England architecture, we tailor our creative approach to each client’s vision.

Sustainable Thinking at Every Scale

Sustainability plays a central role in our practice. Tanner White, a certified LEED professional since 2009, integrates environmentally responsible strategies into every phase of residential design. From energy-efficient envelopes and passive solar orientation to the careful selection of materials and mechanical systems, our architecture firm creates homes that prioritize health, efficiency, and environmental stewardship.

This commitment to sustainability stems from Tanner’s early professional experiences with notable architects and forward-thinking design practices. Those influences remain woven into the firm’s identity today, informing the way we balance aesthetic goals with performance and longevity. As a residential architect serving Westport, CT—an area known for its environmental awareness and appreciation for natural beauty—we are proud to offer homeowners design solutions that honor both the land and the future.

Local Expertise, Global Perspective

While our home base is in Westport, our architecture firm has completed projects throughout Fairfield County and across a wide geographic footprint including Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, Colorado, North Carolina, Massachusetts, and Turks and Caicos. We also maintain a satellite office in Providenciales, enhancing our ability to manage residential design projects in island environments.

This national and international reach provides our clients in Westport with a unique advantage. Our design team draws upon a global range of architectural influences, construction methodologies, and cultural insights—allowing us to approach each local home with a broadened perspective. The result is architecture that feels at once regionally rooted and creatively expansive.

Recognition and Industry Leadership

Our work has been featured in Architectural Digest, LUXE Magazine, Cottages and Gardens, New England Home, and other leading publications. These recognitions reaffirm our commitment to excellence and elevate the reputation of our architecture firm within the residential design community.

Principal architect Tanner White is an active member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). His involvement ensures that the firm continues to remain at the forefront of design innovation, building science, and best practices in residential architecture.

Why Homeowners in Westport Choose Us

Homeowners throughout Westport and Fairfield County turn to Tanner White Architects for several key reasons:

A tailored design approach : Every project is custom. We adapt our residential design process to meet the specific dreams, lifestyle needs, and functional requirements of each family.

Uncompromising craftsmanship : Every detail—from the first sketch to the final punch list—is executed with precision and care.

Sustainability expertise : Our environmentally conscious design approach ensures that homes remain energy-efficient, healthy, and future-ready.

Deep regional understanding : Our team knows Westport’s architectural heritage, zoning requirements, and environmental conditions, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.

Your Westport Architectural Partner

Tanner White Architects remains committed to redefining what a residential architect can offer in Westport, Connecticut. Our architecture firm blends creative vision, technical expertise, and an unwavering dedication to the client experience. The result is residential design that feels personal, enduring, and deeply connected to the landscape.

For homeowners seeking a partner to guide the full journey—from initial concept to a beautifully crafted residence—Tanner White Architects stands ready to bring your vision to life.