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Arte Architecture

Award-winning architectural firm with over 25 years experience in residential and commercial projects.
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Arte Architecture is an award-winning design firm serving Houston, Texas and surrounding areas. President and lead designer, Sergio Astorga, is a highly experienced professional with over 25 years of experience. Our services include design for residential remodels, additions, and new construction as well as commercial projects including lease space build-outs, retail, and office buildings. We use

state of the art computer 3D software to design your project so that you know exactly what your project will look like and help you make more informed decisions. We communicate in both English and Spanish to serve our clientele and we strive to provide simple and stylish elegance with personal attention to ensure that you are satisfied with you project design.

08/28/2026

Almost nobody asks: Who issues the permit?

It's not a small detail. It can delay your opening by weeks, and in some cases, it determines whether what you want to build is even allowed.

We put together a comprehensive guide explaining how permit jurisdiction works across Houston, The Woodlands, Katy, Cypress, and the surrounding counties. Learn what changes from city to county, why Katy often confuses property owners, and the statewide rule many people don't discover until it's too late.

If you're considering a commercial site, read this first. 👉 Link in bio.

Full guide: https://arte-architecture.com/houston-area-permit-jurisdiction-guide/

08/20/2026

Every builder has lived through this once. You buy the lot, you know your numbers, and you hire someone to draw it. The plans come back beautiful, then the framing bid comes back $40K over, and the roofline you liked is gone anyway.

The failure isn't the design. It's the sequence.

Bring the architect in at concept, and the budget shapes the design instead of deleting parts of it later. One four-house development saved $50,000 by changing a driveway material while the plan was still on paper. One developer found out in week one his site was in a flood zone and kept his entire design budget.

Read the full blog 👉 https://arte-architecture.com/architect-for-builders-and-developers-houston/

08/13/2026

We love bringing our clients' dreams to life! 📐✨At our firm, we now use smart AI tools to upgrade our design process. Instead of waiting days for a single rendering, we can test ideas and show rich, realistic visuals right away.This means you see your future space clearly from day one. You can try different materials, lights, and room layouts in real time.Better visuals mean better communication. Let us design your next project today!

07/30/2026

Your neighbor built a beautiful addition. That tells you nothing about what your lot allows. 🏡

In The Woodlands, the rules that govern your property — setbacks, hard-surface limits, maximum living area — aren't published publicly. They're lot-specific, and they can differ from the house two doors down.

Which means the design you fall in love with may not be legal on your land. Homeowners find that out mid-application, after months of drawings. There are also two separate approvals here — the RDRC and Montgomery County — and clearing one doesn't clear the other.

Pull your lot's criteria first. Design second.

📖 Full guide — link in bio

https://arte-architecture.com/building-or-adding-on-in-the-woodlands-tx-what-homeowners-need-to-know-before-starting-a-home-project/

07/15/2026

Before you sign a Houston commercial lease, check the parking.

Your required parking isn't set by the building — it's set by what you do inside it. Office, retail, and restaurant uses carry very different requirements. Same square footage, different obligation.

If the site can't meet the minimum for your use, the City won't issue a permit. No interior design fixes that — and by then, the lease is signed, and the rent is running.

Read the full guide 👉 https://arte-architecture.com/the-commercial-tenant-build-out-in-houston-what-business-owners-need-to-know-before-they-sign-the-lease/

Questions about a specific space? Call 832-422-6282.

06/30/2026

A warehouse with a glass-front office isn't an office-warehouse. It just looks like one.

Houston businesses are consolidating office and warehouse under one roof — but most of these buildings are designed around a generic product, not a specific operation. The result? Offices you can't hear yourself think in, wasted cubic footage, and an entry that undercuts the brand before a word is spoken.

Our new blog covers what separates a building that works from one that merely functions.

Link in bio.
https://arte-architecture.com/the-office-warehouse-formula-how-houston-businesses-are-designing-hybrid-industrial-spaces-that-actually-work/

06/24/2026

🏠 Renovate or Move? It's the question defining 2026 for Houston homeowners.
With most homeowners locked into low mortgage rates, selling often means a much higher payment on a comparable home—so more families are choosing to reinvest in the home they already own.

But before you list or call contractors, the smartest first step is an architectural evaluation: knowing what your home can actually support, what your goals will cost, and what constraints might change the plan. That's how "renovate or move" goes from a guess to a confident decision.

📖 Read the full breakdown: https://arte-architecture.com/renovate-or-move-how-houston-homeowners-are-making-the-call-in-2026/

06/04/2026

More Houston families are embracing multigenerational living—and great design makes all the difference.

From flexible floor plans and private living suites to accessible features that support every stage of life, a well-designed home can help multiple generations live together comfortably while maintaining independence and privacy.

In our latest article, we explore the key principles of multigenerational home design and how thoughtful architecture can create spaces that grow with your family's needs.

Read the full article:
https://arte-architecture.com/designing-for-everyone-a-guide-to-multigenerational-home-design-in-houston/

06/01/2026

A new chapter for cricket is coming to Pearland, Texas.

ARTE Architecture is proud to serve as the Architect of Record for Kingsmen Arena, a future 9,000-seat cricket venue designed to elevate the fan experience and support the continued growth of the sport in the United States.

Developed in collaboration with Noor Khan Design Studio, the Designer of Record, this landmark project is envisioned as a premier destination for athletes, spectators, and the community alike.

📍 Pearland, TX
🏏 Kingsmen Arena
👥 9,000-seat capacity
📅 Estimated completion: 2028

Designer of Record: Noor Khan Design Studio
Architect of Record: ARTE Architecture

05/18/2026

Planning an industrial facility in Houston? The decisions you make before breaking ground can impact your project’s efficiency, scalability, and long-term success.

From site planning and workflow optimization to permits and future expansion, our latest blog breaks down what every owner should know before starting construction.

Read the full article and build smarter from day one.
https://arte-architecture.com/designing-industrial-facilities-from-the-ground-up-in-houston-what-every-owner-needs-to-know-before-breaking-ground/

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10101 Southwest Freeway, Ste 410
Houston, TX
77074

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+18324226282

Website

http://www.arte-architecture.com/

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