ArchitecTor

ArchitecTor 2930 E. Northern Ave, Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ 85028
602-750-8800 Following an internship with John Pela & Associates, he became a licensed architect in 1994.

ArchitecTor is a small, award-winning architectural firm that specializes in high-end custom homes for clients who demand and expect excellent design. Tor Stuart-Barstad graduated from Washington State University in 1986 with a Bachelor of Architecture and a Bachelor of Science of Architectural Studies. He then went on to study at the University of Oslo and the Architecture Association of London,

focusing on green architecture and sustainability. Tor founded his own company—ArchitecTor—in 1997, and has since completed hundreds of custom homes as well as several condominiums, office complexes, fitness centers, and post offices. ArchitecTor has projects all over the world from Mexico to Norway and in a dozen US states including Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Texas, Florida, and Hawaii.

05/11/2026

Where the desert sky stretches endlessly and every detail invites you to slow down.🌟🌵




04/23/2026

Solid steel anchors this hillside custom home while framing spectacular valley and city views.




04/17/2026

Some homes welcome you.. this one slows you down.
This Santa Barbara home is a study in craftsmanship and quiet sophistication. Completed in the fall of 2025, this estate in Painted Sky, Desert Mountain is a masterful blend of timeless architecture and modern desert living. Carefully selected finishes and materials create elegant yet comfortable living spaces defined by warm textures and enduring design elements, including exposed wood beams, steel framed windows and doors, and artisan brickwork.
A home crafted for those who value design, and an elevated desert experience.
Builder: Gemini Development Corp




desertmountain

03/13/2026

The bones are in place…and the best is still to come.




02/14/2026

Views from top of the world




02/11/2026

This floating staircase was designed as a sculptural moment within the home - steel stringer, solid treads, and a glass railing that disappears into the view. The double- height wall of glass pulls the Sonoran landscape straight inside, while stacked stone adds weight and texture against the clean geometry.





Builder: Gemini Development Corp.
Interior Design: Joni Wilkerson

01/25/2026





01/15/2026

Kitchen, the heart of the home.
Exposed wood beams and clearstory windows draw in soft desert light, while natural materials bring warmth and balance to a highly functional space. The island anchors daily life- meals, conversation, quiet moments- framed by views to the courtyard beyond. Designed for Scottsdale living, the room favors proportions, durability, and a sense of ease that feels timeless rather than trendy- driven.




01/07/2026

12/12/2025

One room. Endless memories.
A queen bunk room turns hosting grandkids into a joy, not a juggling act. Everyone sleeps comfortably, no one draws the short straw, and the room adapts effortlessly as kids grow into teens. It’s efficient without feeling crowded, playful without sacrificing polish, and designed for togetherness- with just enough personal space.
It’s not just extra beds.
It’s a house that says everyone belongs here.
Interior design by: Joni Wilkerson






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2930 E Northern Avenue
Phoenix, AZ
85028

Telephone

+16027508800

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