Asheville, NC – August 20, 2026 – Vellum Architecture and Design, based in Asheville, NC, has been recognized with two awards, including Best in Show, at the American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) Conference held in the first days of August in Cleveland. Both honors were awarded for the firm’s Windcliff Residence, a mountain retreat set 3,200 feet above sea level on a dramatic ridgeline site.
Founding principal Mark Rudolf, known as a luxury residential architect in Asheville NC, brings more than 23 years of experience to every project, along with a design philosophy shaped by decades of international work. Licensed in Virginia, Colorado, and North Carolina, Rudolf has led design on internationally recognized properties, including Castello di Casole in Tuscany and Brasada Ranch in Bend, Oregon, the first U.S. resort to earn LEED Gold certification.
The Windcliff Residence reflects Vellum’s Native Modern™ design philosophy, which blends contemporary form with a strong connection to place. The home’s two-volume composition, board-formed concrete detailing, and layered indoor-outdoor spaces impressed judges for their response to a challenging ridgeline site. As an architecture and interior design firm in Asheville, NC, Vellum continues to bring this same site-driven approach to a market increasingly seeking modern design alternatives to traditional residential architecture.
“This recognition means a great deal because it validates an approach we believe in deeply: that architecture should respond to its site, not fight it,” said Rudolf. “Windcliff Residence was a chance to push that idea further, and to see it recognized on a national stage is incredibly rewarding for our whole team.”
Vellum’s growing presence in mountain home design in Asheville, NC reflects the firm’s expansion beyond its Asheville roots, as more homeowners in the region look for architects who can deliver thoughtful, modern design suited to complex terrain. The firm’s recent addition of in-house interior design services further strengthens its ability to deliver a cohesive design experience from concept through completion.
For homeowners looking for a custom homes architect in Asheville, NC, Vellum Architecture and Design invites inquiries through its website at https://vellumad.com/ to learn more about its award-winning approach to residential and hospitality design.
About Vellum Architecture and Design
Founded in 2018 and based in Asheville, NC, Vellum Architecture and Design is a leader in Native Modern™ design, a philosophy that blends contemporary aesthetics with a deep sense of place. The firm specializes in high-end residential and boutique hospitality projects, with a focus on advanced visualization technology, sustainable materials, and cutting-edge building methods. Guided by the belief that great design is discovered rather than imposed, Vellum approaches every project through a collaborative, transparent process rooted in craftsmanship and connection to the surrounding landscape.
Media ContactCompany Name: Vellum Architecture and DesignContact Person: Mark RudolfEmail: Send EmailAddress:231 S Liberty St. City: AshevilleState: NC 28801Country: United StatesWebsite: https://vellumad.com/
