Architecture in guatemala, for foreign clients.

Contemporary homes in antigua, lake atitlán, guatemala city

Designed with clarity. Executed locally.

For clients relocating, investing or building a second home in Guatemala

Building in a new or different country may feel opaque, especially if you’re not familiar with local regulations, construction practices, or how projects are actually designed and built on site.

RGNL Studio works with foreign and expatriate clients to design and deliver contemporary residential architecture with a clear process, realistic budgets, and local execution aligned with international standards.

We focus on quality, restraint, and long-term value—not volume.

Modern living room with floor-to-ceiling windows letting in natural light, wooden ceiling panels, a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and artwork on the wall.
Close-up view of clear water with ripples creating light and shadow patterns on the sandy bottom.
Modern house with open outdoor patio overlooking lush green mountains, featuring wooden and concrete surfaces, trees, and sliding glass doors leading inside to a living and dining area.
Modern dining room with a large glass window overlooking a scenic outdoor view, featuring a white oval dining table, black and brown chairs, and abstract artwork on the wall.

Where we work?

Contemporary homes and sensitive interventions within historic contexts.

Antigua Guatemala

Second homes and retreats designed around landscape, climate, and privacy.

Lake Atitlán

Select residential and boutique hospitality projects

Guatemala City

Consult us on other areas and international work as well.

Other areas

Modern house with large glass windows, wooden roof, outdoor seating, pool, surrounded by greenery and lawn.

How we work?

Our role goes beyond design

  1. Early guidance

    Helping clients understand what is viable before committing to land or scope.

  2. Design with context

    Climate, orientation, materials, and construction realities shape every decision.

  3. Local execution

    Coordination with consultants, builders, and authorities—so nothing gets lost in translation.

  4. Clear communication

    Structured decisions, documented processes, and realistic expectations.

Modern living room with a glass dining table, six wooden chairs, two rattan chairs, a potted plant, a large window overlooking greenery, and a framed artwork on the wall.

What this is (and isn’t)

  • Looking for a thoughtful, contemporary home

  • Comfortable with a design-led process

  • Interested in quality and longevity over speed

  • Based abroad or relocating to Guatemala

We are a good fit if you are:

  • Searching for the lowest-cost solution

  • Expecting off-the-shelf house plans

  • Looking for purely decorative design without the process.

We are likely not a fit if you are:

About RGNL Studio.

RGNL Studio is a contemporary architecture practice based in Antigua Guatemala, working primarily with foreign clients and expatriates.

Our work combines design clarity, local knowledge, and hands-on coordination, bridging the gap between international expectations and on-site realities.

Initial inquiries

If you are considering a residential project in Antigua, Lake Atitlán, or Guatemala City, you may submit an initial inquiry below.

This allows us to understand:

  • Location

  • Project intent

  • Timeline

  • Level of readiness

We review inquiries carefully and respond selectively.