Aris Keshishian, AIA
Principal
With professional experience across custom residences, multi-family properties, remodels, additions, tenant improvements, mixed-use developments, and architecturally sensitive projects, his background supports a broad range of project types requiring careful coordination, zoning analysis, and buildable design solutions. This includes projects involving hillside conditions, challenging site constraints, existing structure integration, and detailed planning considerations throughout Los Angeles and Southern California.
As the founder and principal of AKDA Architects, Aris Keshishian, AIA oversees projects with a hands-on approach centered on organization, technical understanding, and architectural continuity from early planning through construction coordination. Licensed in both California and Florida, Aris works closely with homeowners, property owners, consultants, and contractors to guide projects through complex planning, design, permitting, and documentation requirements while maintaining a cohesive architectural direction.
Architectural leadership grounded in experience, precision, and direct involvement.
Clients work directly with Aris throughout key phases of the architectural process. This principal-led structure allows for stronger communication, clearer project organization, and greater consistency from initial planning through construction support.
Experience Across Residential & Commercial Projects
Professional experience includes work across a range of architectural project types, including:
• Custom Homes
• Residential Additions & Remodels
• Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Tenant Improvements
• Mixed-Use Developments
• Multi-Family Residential Projects
• Commercial Interior Improvements
• Hillside & Complex Property Conditions
• Contextually Sensitive Properties
• Planning & Permit Coordination
Architecture Built Around Communication & Coordination
Successful projects depend on more than drawings alone. Organized communication, responsiveness, technical coordination, and consistent oversight all play an important role in helping projects move forward efficiently.
AKDA Architects approaches each project with a strong focus on collaboration between clients, consultants, contractors, and jurisdictional agencies to help maintain project continuity from early planning through construction support.
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