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# JWK DESIGN

Original Houzz profile: [JWK DESIGN](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jwk-design-pfvwus-pf~1545333561)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers
- **Location:** Greenville, SC
- **Serves:** Greenville, Greer, Mauldin, Taylors, Simpsonville, Wade Hampton, Five Forks, Berea, Gantt, Parker, Powdersville, Sans Souci, Travelers Rest, Welcome, Dunean, Slater-Marietta, Judson, Conestee, City View, Marietta, Slater
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (24 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2017–2023), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 100 Ideabook Saves
- Best of Houzz winner
- Online consultation

"Helping Carolina families create their comfortable modern home."

Download one of our FREE design & construction Planning Packs here:

 http://jwk.design/renovation-roadmap

Have a specific project in the works?  Book your 'Project Discovery Call' today!

 http://jwk.design/discovery-call

\+ Residential Design (Custom Homes & Whole-home Renovations)
\+ Landscape Architecture (new homes & full-property renovations)
\+ Construction & permit drawings

### Services Provided

- Landscape Design
- Garden Design
- Hardscaping
- Landscape Plans
- Patio Design
- Site Planning
- Custom Fire Pits
- Pool Landscaping
- Custom Water Features
- Swimming Pool Design
- Gazebo Design & Construction
- Design Consultation
- Outdoor Lighting Design
- Deck Design
- 3D Rendering
- Organic Gardens
- Shed Design & Construction
- Edible Gardens
- Custom Bocce Ball Courts
- Greenhouse Design & Construction
- Green Roofing
- Architectural Design
- Architectural Drawings
- Basement Design
- Bathroom Design
- Building Design
- Construction Drawings
- Custom Homes
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- House Plans
- Kitchen Design
- Laundry Room Design
- Outdoor Kitchen / Shade Structure Design
- Pergola / Treehouse / Shed Design
- Space Planning
- Sustainable Design
- Universal Design

### Areas Served

- Greenville
- Greer
- Mauldin
- Taylors
- Simpsonville
- Wade Hampton
- Five Forks
- Berea
- Gantt
- Parker
- Powdersville
- Sans Souci
- Travelers Rest
- Welcome
- Dunean
- Slater-Marietta
- Judson
- Conestee
- City View
- Marietta
- Slater

### Typical Job Cost

$250,000 - 10 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | JWK DESIGN |
| Address | Greenville, South Carolina 29609, United States |
| Phone | (864) 214-5323 |
| Website | http://jwk.design |
| License Number | SC LSA\#1223 |
| Followers on Houzz | 70 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — www.facebook.com/jwkdesign
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacekkrokowski
- Blog — http://jwk.design

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [JWK DESIGN](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jwk-design-pfvwus-pf~1545333561)
- **Website:** http://jwk.design
- **Phone:** (864) 214-5323

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Registered Landscape Architect
- LEED Accredited Professional
- Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture
- Masters degree in Construction Management

- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2017–2023), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 24 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 5.0
- Communication: 4.9
- Value: 5.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Adam Pitts, Jan. 2023**

> We used Jake to draw up some plans on a residential remodel as well as a life safety plan for a commercial property we were renovating. He was communicative, quick, and easily able to draw up what we were wanting! Even more importantly, he remained communicative even after being paid as we encountered a few questions during the renovation process. Trustworthy. Quick. Did a great job!

**★★★★★ — Matt M., Dec. 2022**

> Jake was great! Very kind and professional and was able to address our needs quickly and efficiently. He was very transparent about timelines and cost. The result of his work was beautiful and easy to understand and the electronic files make things easy for the application process. We would highly recommend him for anyone’s future home projects.

**★★★★★ — Eric Phillips, Nov. 2022**

> Created two draft plans for us to work with! Then worked with us to mesh the two plans into one final plan. Very talented in his craft!

**★★★★★ — jane habich, Dec. 2021**

> Jake is an incredible talented design professional!  '
> What we loved about working with Jake is his commitment to our vision.  We needed his expertise and he artfully presented options to capture our "dream".  We couldn't be happier with his design and plan!
> Jake also curated additional design / interiors services that were incredibly helpful to complete our perfect plan!
> Thank you Jake .........We couldn't have asked for anything better!!!!

**★★★★★ — Rick and Jane Habich, Dec. 2021**

> We engaged Jake to design our new home in the downtown Greenville area and could not be more pleased with the result. He listened to what we wanted as the priorities (kitchen, master bath, great room, porch) and came back to us with a few options. We continued to make modifications to the overall concept and he was patient and made appropriate suggestions. In addition, he provided us with an interior finish and appliance resource and he did the landscape architecture as well. He is a true professional in every sense of the word and we highly recommend him to anyone in the area.

**★★★★★ — jm, Dec. 2021**

> Jake was engaged to redesign the floor plan for a high end townhome we purchased in Greenville. He managed to make a number of great improvements, all within the footprint and limitations of the original townhome floor plan. During the construction he was able to detect mistakes in the framing, lights, plumbing and HVAC registers placements in time to force corrections without major dislocations. He is a joy to work with. His sense of esthetics and technical abilities transformed the original design of our new home into an architectural showcase of beauty and functionality.

**★★★★★ — Patti Keeler, Dec. 2021**

> Jake was clear and helpful in providing a site plan for upgrading our landscaping scheme.  He was responsive, and concluded his work with recommendations that allowed me to choose from a variety of alternatives to suit my taste.  He also was helpful in guiding me to the next steps for installation.  Thank you so much, Jake!!

**★★★★★ — LSM Properties, Dec. 2021**

> JWK Design is outstanding, Jake designed a custom and modern home for us to build.  Our lot posed several challenges and Jake was able to come up with a design to overcome all the obstacles.  Very professional firm and great to work with!

**★★★★★ — Rose Leo, Jan. 2021**

> We are in the process of a major home renovation and used the Houzz app to find a reputable architect.  We were fortunate to find and secure JWK Design (Jake).  We are in the early stages of this project and to date we have been very satisfied with the level of support and detail that we have received.   We look forward to an ongoing relationship with Jake as we see this project through completion.
>
> -R Leo

**★★★★★ — Erik Steiniger, Dec. 2020**

> Jake did a fantastic job with the plans for our pool house.  Our vision has become reality, thanks to Jake!

**★★★★★ — Earle Gregory, Dec. 2020**

> Jake took our napkin ideas and helped us turn them into our dream house. He is easy to work with, comes with great ideas, adapts well to changes and feedback, and problem solves well.  Highly recommend!

**★★★★★ — Matt, Dec. 2020**

> We are super pleased with Jake and his ability to draw up our plans for our future home.  He came out to our property, had us pin items that we wanted him to use and he did the rest.  He is very attentive to details and takes the feedback that you provide and is able to turn what you tell him into a great set of plans.  We had numerous edits but he was more than willing to listen and make it how we truly wanted it.  Highly recommend..

## Selected projects

- [Modern Craftsman in North Main](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-craftsman-in-north-main-pj-vj~1943808)
  - Location: Greenville, SC
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Comprehensive architectural, interior and landscape design for a custom home in the North Main neighborhood of Greenville.
- [Lake Keowee Backyard for Entertaining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-keowee-backyard-for-entertaining-pj-vj~7044258)
  - Location: Seneca, SC
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: The complete transformation of this Lake Keowee outdoor entertaining area was an exciting one. While the original 2-tier deck was functional, seating areas were tight, and the area under the deck was an unused dark, damp space. The design features a revamped one-level deck with illuminated glass railings, a full outdoor kitchen underneath, and expanded and updated stonework throughout.
- [Simpsonville Open Concept Kitchen, Dining and Family Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/simpsonville-open-concept-kitchen-dining-and-family-room-pj-vj~2737993)
  - Location: Simpsonville, SC
  - Photos: 16
  - Description: This active family of four with a Dad that loves to cook was ready to ditch their dated kitchen. Even though it was a large space, the old kitchen design was cramped, impractical for food preparation and felt cut-off from the adjacent family room. The new design changed the entry from the garage into a practical mudroom space, altered the kitchen layout , updated materials and changed family room features. Now this is the heart of the home where the family and guests enjoy gathering. The finishe…
- [Front Porch Extension in North Main](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-porch-extension-in-north-main-pj-vj~2654103)
  - Location: Greenville, SC
  - Photos: 2
- [Augusta Laundry Room & Carport Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/augusta-laundry-room-and-carport-addition-pj-vj~2750328)
  - Location: Greenville, SC
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: \[OCT 2017 UPDATE: This addition was recently completed - more photographs coming soon! JWK DESIGN has also been retained to provide a full Landscape Master Plan, with installation due in Spring 2018...\] This home in the Augusta Road neighborhood did not have any protected parking, and the laundry was tucked (stuffed!) into a small closet. We provided designs for an expansive carport and covered walkway leading to a new Mudroom/Laundry Room. Aesthetically, the addition matches perfectly with the…
- [A Backyard for Entertaining in North Main](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-backyard-for-entertaining-in-north-main-pj-vj~3081926)
  - Location: Greenville, SC
  - Photos: 4
- [Whole Home Renovation in Cleveland Forest](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whole-home-renovation-in-cleveland-forest-pj-vj~7071519)
  - Location: Greenville, SC
  - Photos: 12
- [North Main Sitting Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-main-sitting-porch-pj-vj~7070848)
  - Location: Greenville, SC
  - Photos: 2
- [Hollingsworth Park Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hollingsworth-park-custom-home-pj-vj~2751455)
  - Location: Greenville, SC
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: \[OCT 2017 UPDATE: This home was recently completed - interior photos coming in early November!\] JWK DESIGN was retained to design a custom 3,000 sq ft home in the new Verdae neighborhood of Hollingsworth Park. Features include an expansive kitchen & screened porch, multiple wet bars, large master suite and bonus room above garage.
- [In the Works](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/in-the-works-pj-vj~1963904)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Montebello Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/montebello-patio-pj-vj~2750404)
  - Location: Greenville, SC
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: \[OCT 2017 UPDATE: This project is nearly complete, and photos are coming soon!\] This home in the Montebello development had a small Juliet balcony off of the 2nd floor kitchen, and the homeowners wanted a convenient place for outdoor dining & entertaining. We designed a 2-story patio addition that incorporated tile flooring, a fireplace, outdoor kitchen & pergola, and integrated seamlessly with the Mediterranean-style stucco exterior.
- [Woodland Patio & Landscape Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodland-patio-and-landscape-renovation-pj-vj~1943804)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Detailed Landscape Architectural design associated with a pool house extension, for a private residence in the suburbs of New York City.

[See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/jwk-design-pfvwus-pf~1545333561)

## Community Q&A

**Q: final project photos.?** *(in Photo Questions)*

We are interested in building a 5-container home in the 29044 area and are looking for a designer & builder.  If interested, please call us (Robin) @ 706-631-6801

A: Hi Robin, thanks for your note! I’ll call you tomorrow.
-Jake

**Q: Remodeling Potential of Smaller Home** *(in Remodeling)*

Hi there-

I just discovered this website and I'm unsure about posting - I don't see any pinned-posts laying out the rules..
I am considering purchasing this house https://www.trulia.com/p/ct/west-hartford/204-brace-rd-west-hartford-ct-06107--2004807222
(This link is my "is this against the rules" concern.)
It's cute, small (it's me and my dog!), in a spectacular neighborhood, and I'm hoping I can eventually get the price a good deal lower (it's been on the market at the current price for ~4-5 months).

But, the layout is weird. I would be getting it to be my long-term home (as opposed to my current starter-home). The attic is very big and parts are halfway finished - I could make it into my bedroom/bathroom.

My question to you all - the way it's laid out, it seems to me that I'd have a difficult (read: expensive) time making a more open floorplan for the kitchen. There is a bathroom to one side (I love a full downstairs bath, but why is this in between the kitchen and dining room?!), and stairs to the attic/basement on the other side. I'd love to have my kitchen be open to the dining room or at least be big enough to make an eat-in area. 
More specific questions to you: are there any fashionable ways to push the kitchen back to incorporate the stairs (ie the stairs would be free-standing in the middle of the kitchen and I'd take out that one downstairs bedroom)? Or, would it cost me an arm and a leg to get rid of that downstairs bathroom and put a half bath somewhere else? Obviously if I redid the upstairs, that's not cheap. My budget isn't extremely tiny, but I don't want to spend $100k on remodeling either.

Or even - are there commercial businesses that I can hire to come up with potential renovations for \*before\* I purchase a house?!

Thank you for any advice. I really have no experience with homes and am hopeful for your insight. And of course, please let me know if it is a major sin to have posted a link to a home for sale.

Elizabeth

A: Elizabeth, you could certainly hire an architect or residential designer, or even a design-build contracting firm to come up with concepts for you, without getting into detailed CAD permit drawings...  I have done that for investors previously...

**Q: Basement renovations** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Starting a basement renovation and would like some advice on  installing a full bathroom in basement

A: That's a pretty vague post, KCH.  Are you looking for design or layout advice?  Plumbing advice?  HVAC or lighting advice? Need to cut in new windows?

**Q: House design - with or without dormers** *(in Design Dilemma)*

We are in the process of finalizing plans for a home we're building. We love modern architecture, but have recently moved to an area where modern architecture will definitely not fit, so we're designing a home in a more traditional style. Because we're not as studied in this area, we are seeking opinions. We have 2 versions of the house, one simpler with a shorter roof and no dormers, the second a bit taller with 3 dormers. We are trying to balance a simpler roof design and less imposing structure (to stay as far away as possible from McMansion feel) with a grander, more detailed structure that may be more expected with "high end" homes.

Which do you like better?

A: Take a look at shed roof dormers (see linked project below).  I feel that they can look much more modern than gabled ones (especially in standing seam metal to match your porch roof!).  Also try widening them to match the window width on your 2nd story.
Having larger groups/expanses of windows could help with achieving a bit more of a modern feel as well...
http://www.houzz.com/projects/1811048/palmetto-bluff-south-carolina-low-country-home

**Q: Cabinet help** *(in Design Dilemma)*

any ideas on what to do with these cabinets over the bar?

A: If you had just decorative pieces to place up there, you could install glass-front doors in the kitchen, and glass 'windows' out to the bar seating. Not necessarily a cheap option, but would maintain storage while making the bar-kitchen transition more transparent...

**Q: Help me figure out what to do!** *(in Design Dilemma)*

Help me figure out what to do with the huge space/ slope in the back of my property! We have a little more than a half acre. In the backyard we have a large lawn, patio, and a chicken coop. Then, behind our retaining wall we have a huge space that is sloped with mature fruit trees as well. The space is so unappealing, it's just dirt and grows weeds! What can we do?! Pardon the cruddy picture, you can see the dirt slope in the back.

A: Based on the amount of chairs, tables and shade fabrics you've got packed into your patio, it looks like you need more entertaining space!
Pathway(s) up to a fire pit?
Covered hammock stand(s)?
Pergola with big bench swing?
I would add some evergreen shrubs along the back property line, while you're at it...

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-07.*