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Written By: Deena Bouknight | Issue: August - 2022
Father and son Al and Parker Platt remain at the heart of the dynamic PLATT. To learn more about its services, visit platt.us or call (828) 884-2393.
PLATT combines father and son talents – and more. Thecompany began after Al Platt studied literature at theUniversity of North Carolina Chapel Hill, taught schoolfor a few years, and then returned to study architecture at NorthCarolina State University, where he obtained a master’s degreeand afterwards founded an architectural firm in 1982.His son, Parker Platt, also attended N.C. State and secured adegree in architecture; he even sat under some of his father’ssame professors. After graduating in 1994, Parker joined hisfather in what is now a four-decades-old business that startedoff at a desk in Al’s bedroom.Currently, with a team of nearly 50, the firm has expandedfrom architecture into construction, into real estate and landconservation, and most recently into interior design.Based in Brevard, PLATT is a full-service firm with projectsthroughout the Southern Appalachian Highlands and beyond.Two years ago, Parker took over the business from Al andbecame principal owner and president. However, Parker emphasizes that his father, currently running for North CarolinaHouse in the 119 District, made up of Jackson, Swain, andTransylvania Counties, regularly maintains a strong and activeadvisory role with the company.PLATT specializes in custom homes and unique commercialstructures and has successfully completed over 500 projectsnationwide. Many of the projects have drawn recognition due totheir unique attention to sensitive planning, the use of indig-enous materials, and the ability to capitalize on surroundingviews, abundant daylight, and sustainable practices.“We relate our projects to their settings in an attempt to comple-ment landforms, foster belonging, and soften the boundariesbetween indoors and out,” noted Parker.Al was drawn to the mountains by his late wife’s father, whowas instrumental in the development of Sapphire Valley. Whenhe finished college, he secured a job in Brevard and that iswhere the family settled and where Parker grew up.“I’m just really fortunate to be able to continue what Dadstarted,” said Parker. “He’s a very talented designer, has been agreat mentor, and has patiently and quietly helped many, manyfamilies connect in a meaningful way to this beautiful placethat we’re lucky to call home.”
by Deena Bouknigh
