Eddie Maestri, AIA, started designing homes in Dallas in 2004 before officially founding Maestri Studio in 2008. A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, he’s a registered architect in Texas and Oklahoma. Certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), Eddie holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design, as well as a Master of Architecture, from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, with a certificate in Health Systems & Design. While there, he had the opportunity to spend a semester in Italy, focusing on architectural and urban studies as well as expanding his talents in freehand drawing and art.
Eddie delivers custom architecture and design tailored to his clients? styles and needs, influenced by the grand, yet approachable, architecture of his hometown. He guides the firm?s team throughout the process of every project, encouraging a collaborative design studio with independent and innovative thinking. His work has been featured on several AIA and neighborhood home tours throughout the Dallas area, as well as in numerous local and national publications. Eddie prides himself on his appreciation for design, attention to detail and building strong client relationships. Today Eddie is joining us for Friday Five!
Photo: Eddie Maestri
1. Being a Dad

I?ve wanted to be a dad since I can remember. I spend as much time as possible with my twin eight-year-old boys, Ethan and Elliot ? carpool, assembling endless LEGO sets, watching way...