Ashby Livingston
Design Group
Transforming Visions into
Reality with Expertise

Your trusted partner for building additions, interior remodels, repairs, and new construction projects in the Houston area and beyond.

Expert guidance for residential and commercial projects.

Navigating building permits with ease and precision.

Collaborating with top-tier professionals for your success.

An interior architectural design featuring a large skylight with blue-tinted glass panels. The structure is characterized by smooth, curved wooden elements that create a modern and elegant aesthetic. The lighting is soft and focused, creating contrasting shadows and a warm ambiance.
An interior architectural design featuring a large skylight with blue-tinted glass panels. The structure is characterized by smooth, curved wooden elements that create a modern and elegant aesthetic. The lighting is soft and focused, creating contrasting shadows and a warm ambiance.

Your Vision, Our Expertise

At Ashby Livingston Design Group, we partner with you to transform your ideas into reality, guiding you through residential and commercial projects while ensuring compliance with Houston's building regulations.

Trusted Design Partnership
Expert Guidance Provided

As a sole consultant, I prioritize your needs, collaborating with top professionals to ensure every detail of your project is meticulously managed and executed with care and precision.

Our Services

Expert guidance for residential and commercial building and remodeling projects in Houston, Texas and beyond.

A modern two-story building under construction features a facade with large windows and a decorative wall covered in artificial greenery. Scaffolding is present in front of the building, indicating ongoing work. The structure has a clean, minimalist design with a combination of light gray and white tones.
A modern two-story building under construction features a facade with large windows and a decorative wall covered in artificial greenery. Scaffolding is present in front of the building, indicating ongoing work. The structure has a clean, minimalist design with a combination of light gray and white tones.
Personalized Consulting

Dedicated support throughout your project, ensuring compliance with city regulations and smooth permit approvals.

Professional Network

Access to top-tier professionals, including civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, structural engineers, architects and landscape architects, for comprehensive project management.

Our Projects

Explore our diverse range of residential and commercial projects.

Residential Design

Transforming homes with personalized design and expert guidance.

A multi-story building under construction with scaffolding in place. The structure features a modern design with a combination of large glass windows and darker paneling. The construction site is enclosed by a blue barrier, and there is a clear sky in the background with a few trees visible on the left side.
A multi-story building under construction with scaffolding in place. The structure features a modern design with a combination of large glass windows and darker paneling. The construction site is enclosed by a blue barrier, and there is a clear sky in the background with a few trees visible on the left side.
Commercial Spaces

Creating functional and inspiring environments for businesses.

A detailed architectural blueprint lies on a table, adorned with various labels such as 'RECEPTION,' 'FOYER,' and 'IDENTIFICA AREA.' Several blue trees and shrubbery areas are illustrated on the plan. Two black pens rest on the blueprint, indicating ongoing work or recent annotations.
A detailed architectural blueprint lies on a table, adorned with various labels such as 'RECEPTION,' 'FOYER,' and 'IDENTIFICA AREA.' Several blue trees and shrubbery areas are illustrated on the plan. Two black pens rest on the blueprint, indicating ongoing work or recent annotations.
Remodeling Services

Revitalizing spaces with innovative remodeling solutions and support.

Consultation Process

Partnering with you for seamless project management and execution.

Bright living room with modern inventory
Bright living room with modern inventory

Other Projects

Architects really do wear a lot of hats. When it comes to the city permit compliance process, there are a number of steps and responsibilities that may not always be immediately obvious. Here's an abbreviated look at the tasks we might handle specifically in relation to permits and city compliance:

Architects work on a wide range of projects beyond just designing houses and commercial buildings. Here are some examples of other task we might do:
Remodeling Services

Revitalizing spaces with innovative remodeling solutions and support.

Consultation Process

Partnering with you for seamless project management and execution.

  • Grading & Site Development – Plans land shaping, drainage, and slope for construction readiness.

  • Interior Design – Plans functional and aesthetic layouts for indoor spaces.

  • Sustainability Consulting – Integrates eco-friendly and energy-efficient building solutions.

  • Facade & Aesthetic Design – Focuses on building exteriors, materials, and architectural details.

  • Master Planning – Develops large-scale site layouts for campuses and mixed-use developments.

  • Structural Design Collaboration – Works with engineers to ensure building stability.

  • Building Systems Integration – Coordinates mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

  • Accessibility Consulting – Ensures designs meet ADA and universal accessibility standards.

  • Zoning Analysis – Ensures the project complies with local zoning laws, including building type, height, and setback requirements.

  • Building Code Compliance – Confirms the design follows structural, fire, plumbing, and electrical safety regulations.

  • Energy Compliance – Integrates energy-efficient designs and materials to meet city energy codes.

  • Accessibility Requirements – Designs buildings to accommodate people with disabilities per ADA and local regulations.

  • Fire and Safety Compliance – Includes fire exits, sprinklers, and materials that meet fire safety standards.

  • Stormwater Management – Plans proper site drainage to prevent flooding and erosion.

  • Construction Permits – Secures official approval to begin construction based on compliant plans.

  • Certificate of Occupancy (CO) – Obtains final approval confirming the building is safe for use.

Ashby Livingston Design Group made my renovation seamless and stress-free. Highly recommend their expertise and support!

John Smith

A construction site features multiple structures in various stages of development, with brick buildings prominently situated in an area cleared of vegetation. Workers are visible on-site carrying out construction tasks. The site is surrounded by greenery and trees, with hills and other built structures in the distance.
A construction site features multiple structures in various stages of development, with brick buildings prominently situated in an area cleared of vegetation. Workers are visible on-site carrying out construction tasks. The site is surrounded by greenery and trees, with hills and other built structures in the distance.

The team guided us through every step, ensuring our project met all regulations. Truly exceptional service!

Sarah Lee

Abstract architectural design featuring reflective glass surfaces with curved yellow lighting accents. Vertical lines from support pillars intersect with curved light patterns, creating a modern and artistic visual. The interior appears sophisticated, with a mix of metallic and glass elements adding depth through reflections.
Abstract architectural design featuring reflective glass surfaces with curved yellow lighting accents. Vertical lines from support pillars intersect with curved light patterns, creating a modern and artistic visual. The interior appears sophisticated, with a mix of metallic and glass elements adding depth through reflections.
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I've had the opportunity to work with Ron on a professional and client level, and his knowledge and experience is second to none. You can be confident that his designs will be extremely detailed and thoughtful.

Devaughn Robinson

The professionalism Ron executed in every phase of my project was a refreshing. Truly a master at his craft!

Lee Nguyen

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