
544 Washington Blvd.
With over 20 years of experience in shore area custom residential architecture, Christopher Rice is always striving for perfection and looking for new ways to create great architecture. Christopher Rice Architecture, blends classic exterior design with modern living interiors to create one-of-a-kind homes that realize clients' vision and lifestyle. From Avon to Mantoloking, and many towns in between, Christopher Rice Architecture has built a reputation as a creative and quality-driven architectural firm known for developing great working relationships with clients. They're committed to delivering personal attention and achieving the extraordinary results. Whether you're looking to design and build a new custom home or renovate, the talented team at Christopher Rice Architecture looks forward to helping you make your house at the beach, the home of your dreams.

John J. Lederer AIA has a long history of experience down the shore. He specializes in custom residences, many waterfront, in shingle-style. Mr. Lederer's work is unique as he blends today's open-plan living with traditional exteriors reminiscent of days gone by. Mr. Lederer's signature style is timeless and results in new custom homes that have taken cues from the environment and the past to look as if they have been there for a long time. Mr. Lederer's homes are rich in character and detail as his design sensitivity is evident from his first meeting when he is able to visualize a home based on his clients' needs.

JMI Architects is comprised of a dynamic husband-wife team that offers one-of-a-kind designs along with individual service needs. JMI marries lifestyle with design while maintaining the importance of efficiency and comfort. Combined, Jason Lusardi and Mimie Yun have over 25 years of experience in traditional shore architecture. However, their capabilities are endless as they readily adapt to their clients' needs through research and mutual understanding. JMI continues to exceed expectations -approaching each project with a tireless work ethic, unparalleled commitment, and cutting-edge design.

Paul Lawrence has been a licensed architect for eighteen years and has owned his own firm for eight. Paul designs custom residential homes, and major renovations, and works mainly in Monmouth County. Paul credits his building background for his architectural success. Having spent time on job sites working on the construction of homes, Paul has a deep understanding of how to execute the building of his plans and how important it is to have a good relationship with his crews. His booming business is based solely on referrals from satisfied customers.

Paul Grabowski
Paul Grabowski's Virtuoso Architecture specializes in residential new homes and renovations offering traditional Seashore Colonial architecture enhanced by locally inspired design details. You may have seen Virtuoso homes in New Jersey seaside towns like Rumson or Sea Girt, Spring Lake, Bay Head, Brielle, Brick and everywhere in between along the Jersey Shore. Virtuoso creates timeless design that speaks to the vernacular of the surrounding area of each residence. We firmly believe that the homes we create or enhance should appear to have been at their sites forever. Regardless of a project's size or scope, Virtuoso takes special care to provide personalized service to their clients focusing on both their lifestyle needs and their visual preferences.

Brendan McHugh is a sole practitioner who specializes in traditional residential designs blended with modern lifestyle interiors to create the best of both worlds. Brendan McHugh graduated from Miami University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Environmental Design. He completed his Masters degree in Architecture from Georgia Institute of Technology. After working for several small to medium sized firms he decided to open his own doors in 2003. Brendan founded his firm on the principles of architectural integrity and the belief that client relationships should be stronger upon completion of a project than at the beginning. Brendan brings a breath of fresh air to the shore with his innovative ideas and modern interior design.
