Cawood Architecture

Cawood Architecture is a residential architecture firm in Leesburg, FL, specializing in the design of new homes and renovations of existing properties. The firm focuses on context-sensitive, historically informed architecture that enhances daily life through thoughtful design. Services include architectural design, construction drawings, interior design and selection, contractor selection, and full project management. Projects have been completed in Leesburg, Middleburg, Upperville, Vienna, and Goose Creek, with notable examples including a farmhouse and multiple lake houses. The firm serves clients across Florida, Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington, DC, leveraging the principal architect’s extensive experience since 1998.

William Hill Cawood, AIA, is the founder and lead architect, holding a Master’s degree in Architecture and Urban Design from the Catholic University of America. His design philosophy centers on creating spaces that resonate emotionally, where structure and soul intersect. He emphasizes meaningful, user-centered design, encouraging clients to reflect on how spaces have made them feel rather than focusing solely on functional requirements. His work has been recognized with awards from the American Institute of Building Design and the American Institute of Architects, including a 2021 ARDA award for a Middleburg Carriage House and multiple honors for the Wedge House project.

Cawood Architecture operates from Suite 200 at 19 E Market St in Leesburg, Florida, a location that serves as a base for projects across Central Florida and the surrounding region. The firm’s approach blends craftsmanship with a deep understanding of regional architectural traditions, resulting in homes that are both distinctive and deeply personal.

The firm is known for its commitment to integrity, beauty, and functional design, creating spaces that evolve with the lives of their inhabitants. With a foundation in historic design principles and a modern sensibility, Cawood Architecture stands as a trusted name in residential architecture for those seeking homes that are more than structures, they are places of meaning.