Always by Design (AxD) specializes in residential and commercial

design for the modern world. Call 215-627-6250 to contact

Philadelphia architect Ed Barnhart!

Welcome to Always by Design, an architectural practice dedicated to creating places to live and
work that people truly love; from remote forest retreats to active urban communities.

Creative Collaboration
Philadelphia architect Ed Barnhart, founder of AxD, works closely with clients and
craftspeople, from concept to completion, creating exceptionally well-tailored results.

SHORE HOUSE
Cape May Point, NJ
Awards: 2013 Honor Award from Society of
American Registered Architects (SARA)
Pennsylvania Chapter, and
2013 Merit Award from the American Institute of
Architects (AIA) New Jersey Chapter

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Restaurant and Entertainment Center
Philadelphia, PA
Award:Award of Excellence, Society of
Registered Architects 2008
Rendering: Always by Design

CHEMICAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION

Ullyot Addition
Philadelphia, PA
Award: Merit Award, Philadelphia Chapter
of American Institute of Architects 2002
Design: Ed Barnhart, principal-in-charge for
Purdy O'Gwynn Barnhart
Photo: Barry Halkin Photography

AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL SOCIETY

Franklin Hall renovations
Philadelphia, PA
Award:Best Design-Build Project, GBCA
Philadelphia Construction Excellence
Awards 2008
Photo: Barry Halkin Photography

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

ASSOCIATION
Penn-Del-Jersey Chapter Headquarters
King of Prussia, PA
Photo: Joseph M. Kitchen

My greatest challenge and satisfaction is engaging everyone along the

way to create something lasting which inspires.
My passion is for creating thoughtfully crafted spaces that people
enjoy living, working and learning in.
The Always by Design studio was founded by award-winning architect
Ed Barnhart, AIA. Over twenty years of professional experience has
honed his ability to understand and transform clients objectives into
satisfying, refined, contemporary architecture.
Ed serves as the primary designer and go-to point person for each project from project start,
through to completion. This assures a continuity of project intent and communication. View details
of Ed Barnhart's experience.

My husband and I have worked with Ed on five different projects now. We've been consistently
amazed at his ability to understand and interpret our needs and work with us to get the last detail
right.
AxD owes its continuing success based on referrals and repeat clients. Ed works to make every
relationship a success and the basis of a long term relationship.

AxD not only understands the owners needs in order to develop the
proper program, but they bring knowledge of how to work with the
existing conditions.
The architecture of Always by Design is diverse encompassing cultural
facilities, educational institutions, retail spaces, and residences.
What is consistent is:
Providing a highly personalized level of care
Responding to specific needs and circumstances
Producing innovative, contemporary solutions
Shaping spaces that are engaging to users
Since its inception, AxD has sought to create the best possible architectural solutions regardless of
project size or building type. Our smallest project was an aviary addition for a tropical bird with a
shower to simulate a rainforest!
Services offered by AxD include space needs assessments, feasibility studies, code analysis,
sustainable design consulting, and architectural design from concept through completion for
new buildings, additions, renovations and interior fit-outs.

265 S. 10th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19107
Tel: 215 627 6250
For more information please visit
http://www.a-x-d.com/contact