Your Dream Hangar Home Is Closer Than Ever Before.
Design Your Ideal Hangar Home – With a Pilot Who Lives in One
As pilots, we often find ourselves explaining the unique needs of aviation living to those who’ve never lived it. Most designers and engineers don’t fly—and even fewer have ever lived in a hangar home.
I’m Ken Risley, a licensed architectural engineer, certified building contractor, and lifelong pilot. I’ve not only designed numerous custom hangar homes across the country—I live in one myself. That gives me a unique perspective, combining lifestyle and functionality in ways that only someone who’s truly “been there” can.
Why Hangar Homes Need a Specialist
Hangar homes aren’t like typical houses. When your hangar and home are connected, the design challenges—and opportunities—are unique. Too often, I’ve seen generic plans turn into boxy, impersonal homes better suited for commercial airports.
Your home should reflect your lifestyle and aviation passion, while still being a warm, welcoming space for the whole family—including those who may not fly. I’ve worked with couples and families to find the perfect balance between elegant home design and functional aircraft integration.
Nationwide Service – Personal Attention
Thanks to today’s design tools, I can work with you whether you’re across the street or across the country. We’ll meet virtually, collaborate screen-to-screen, and walk through your design in stunning 3D from every angle. It’s a fun, engaging process that puts you in the cockpit of your own home design.
What I Offer
- Custom Hangar Home Designs – Built from scratch to match your lifestyle and airpark requirements
- Plans Based on Your Sketches – Even if drawn in a consumer CAD program
- Engineering & Modification – For plans you’ve already purchased or started
- Additions & Renovations – Expand or remodel your current hangar home
- Beautiful Layouts & Floor Plans – Designed around your detailed questionnaire
- 3D Walkthroughs & Video Tours – So you fully understand the layout before you build
- Construction Plans with Engineering – Sealed and permit-ready
- Collaborative Virtual Meetings – Real-time design refinement
You’ll save money by doing it right the first time—because trying to retrofit a hangar into a generic house plan is expensive and frustrating. Let’s create something that fits you, your aircraft, and your family perfectly.