Business Details
25 Years
experience
Sustainable Architectural Design Services
James Lyman Reynolds Architect has been delivering thoughtful and sustainable design solutions since 2001. Our firm specializes in creating client-centric architectural projects that balance practicality with aesthetic innovation. With a team of licensed architects and a network of consultants, we handle residential, commercial, and educational projects across the Hudson River Valley. Our collaborative approach prioritizes program, context, and budget to achieve tailored results. We emphasize sustainable design principles and maintain a commitment to quality through rigorous code compliance and construction oversight.Our expertise spans historic preservation to modern construction, serving clients from individual homeowners to national business chains. We maintain transparent communication throughout the design process, offering phased budget reviews and contractor recommendations. Our work has earned recognition for its harmonious integration with natural and built environments. We combine global design perspectives with deep local knowledge of New York's Hudson Valley region. Our team's extensive experience includes healthcare projects, institutional buildings, and energy-efficient residential designs.
Services
Residential Design
Commercial Architecture
Educational Facilities
Site Planning
Historic Preservation
Sustainable Design
Construction Documentation
Code Compliance Review
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in sustainable architectural design
- Our team includes licensed architects with international experience
- We provide full-service architectural solutions from concept to completion
- We maintain transparent budget tracking through three project review phases
- Our work integrates historic preservation with modern performance standards
What people say
On time and at budget
Wonderful and refined eye
Exceeded expectations
Excellent architect to work with
Beautiful and comfortable design
Services
Residential Design
We create custom residential designs that balance aesthetic appeal with functional living spaces. Our approach considers site context, energy efficiency, and client lifestyle needs. Projects range from new construction to historic home renovations, with a focus on sustainable materials and modern living comforts.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial services focus on creating functional spaces that enhance user experience while meeting business requirements. We specialize in retail spaces, office buildings, and mixed-use developments that integrate with their surroundings while maintaining brand identity and operational efficiency.
Educational Facilities
We design learning environments that foster engagement and support educational goals. Our portfolio includes dormitories, assembly spaces, and classrooms that combine durability with inspiring design elements that enhance the learning experience for students of all ages.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving architectural heritage through careful restoration and adaptive reuse of historic buildings. Our work maintains original character while incorporating modern systems and accessibility standards to ensure these structures remain functional for future generations.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable approach integrates environmental considerations throughout the design process. We focus on energy efficiency, material sourcing, and site-specific solutions that minimize environmental impact while creating healthy, comfortable spaces for occupants.
People
James Lyman Reynolds
Principal, Architect
Licensed architect with 20+ years in Hudson Valley, combining European design influences with local expertise. Specializes in sustainable design and historic preservation.
Karin Ruehle Reynolds
Architect
Berlin-trained architect with experience in affordable housing and healthcare projects. Contributes design expertise and photographic documentation of completed projects.
James H. Smith
Project Manager
Australian-trained architect with international experience in civic buildings and master planning. Focuses on research-driven design solutions and guest lecturing at local colleges.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architectural solutions including site planning, schematic design, design development, permit documentation, and construction administration.
Do you work on historic building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in preserving and modernizing historic structures from the 18th and 19th centuries while maintaining their architectural integrity.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We integrate sustainable practices through material selection, energy-efficient systems, and designs that harmonize with natural environments and local climate conditions.
Can you help with contractor selection?
Yes, we provide recommendations for qualified local builders and can facilitate the bidding process to ensure competitive pricing and quality workmanship.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Hudson River Valley region with projects in Stone Ridge, New York, and surrounding areas including Kingston and Poughkeepsie.
Reviews (3)
Anat Shiftan
Jan 05, 2019
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James Reynolds helped us design and build our home and studios. He was an excellent architect to work with. He listened to who we are and to our needs. He brought aesthetics as well as living quality considerations to the design. He engaged us in detailed discussions on the the design and plans and allowed much time for conversation and for establishing the understandings needed as the project evolved.
The house is beautiful and very comfortable.
James was attentive, fair and reliable. He connected us with a builder he worked well with, which proved to be a great asset for the project. The quality
The house is beautiful and very comfortable.
James was attentive, fair and reliable. He connected us with a builder he worked well with, which proved to be a great asset for the project. The quality
Henry Hershkowitz
Oct 10, 2018
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Very talented architect. He designed three major projects for us - a home, a garage, and a guest house. Each fit perfectly in with surrounding buildings. Extremely happy with his work!
Randy West
Jul 16, 2018
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This was our second time using James Reynolds for a building project. The first time was designing a 800 sq. foot artist studio in 2014. James's attention to detail lead us back to him to conceptualize, renovate and add to our existing 1970s house. One particular issue was we needed to deal with the original 1940s cabin portion of the house as we were modifying it considerably - modifying the upstairs unused space to create a bedroom and bathroom. The addition to the house was a new entry, adjacent living room, cantilevered breakfast room and wrap around porch. James's eye for detail made this
