Cherson Weiss Architects (CWA) is a full-service design firm encompassing architecture, interior and landscape design. Our services include but are not limited to; programming, site analysis, design, preparation of construction documents, construction administration and construction management. While we are best known for custom beach houses, our projects range in scale from modest renovations to complex new construction in and around Southern California. 

Great architecture starts with great relationships with our clients. We make it a top priority to fully understand our client’s wishes, and find creative solutions to address their needs, while at the same time balancing budgets, schedules, agency requirements, and environmental constraints. 

Every project is an opportunity to create something new and engaging. Our vision is to design complete environments – inside and outside, big ideas down to the smallest detail. It is our firm belief that architecture has the ability to improve quality of life and connect us to our surroundings.

Erin Cherson, Architect

Erin Cherson is a California licensed Architect, member of the California Architects Board and the National Council of Architectural Registration Board. She received her Bachelor and Master of Architecture Degree from Tulane University.  Erin’s area of expertise includes all facets of the design process from strategic project planning and programming to construction. She acts as the project architect as well as a design liaison, assuring the client a close rapport with the carefully chosen design team, builder and consultant. Erin has a wide range of design experience that has given her a unique perspective that is brought to each and every project at the firm.

Ava Weiss, CFO

Ava Weiss leads CWA as managing principal. She has both a creative and business background from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising and University of California at Irvine. Her experience comes from successfully building a major packaging business. As the CFO her responsibilities included all financial management, human resources, contractual affairs, information technology, purchasing and acquisitions. Culminating with the sale of her business in 2012 Ava joined Cherson Weiss Architects. With her prior knowledge, experience and leadership Ava’s goal is for CWA to grow by developing great relationships with clients and building hundreds of quality projects completed on time and budget.