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# Joseph Lese, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

Original Houzz profile: [Joseph Lese, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/joseph-lese-aia-ncarb-leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1669357562)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Indianapolis, IN
- **Serves:** Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Greenwood, Lawrence, Plainfield, Zionsville, Avon, Beech Grove, Speedway, Cumberland, Southport, Meridian Hills, Clermont, Warren Park, Homecroft, Rocky Ripple, Williams Creek, Wynnedale, Spring Hills, Crows Nest, North Crows Nest, Castleton, Atlanta GA, Cincinnati OH, Cleveland OH, Colorado, Columbus OH, Denver CO, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Indianapolis Metro, Kentucky, Louisville KY, Nashville TN, Ohio, Tennessee, West Newton, Wisconsin
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- 250 Ideabook Saves

Residental and Commercial architect in Indianapolis specializing in projects of all sizes including renovations to new construction, and project types from historic preservation to the latest modern trends. Licensed in multiple states.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Sustainable Design
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- 3D Rendering
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Bathroom Design
- Green Building
- Space Planning
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Universal Design
- Multigenerational Homes
- Drafting
- Historic Building Conservation
- Project Management
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Outdoor Kitchen Design
- Structural Engineering
- Basement Remodeling
- Barn Design & Construction
- Mudroom Design
- Attic Conversion
- Basement Design
- Deck Design
- Garage Design
- Site Preparation
- Laundry Room Design
- Home Gym Design & Construction
- Rooftop Deck Installation
- 3D Home Design
- Construction Drawings
- Custom Homes

### Areas Served

- Indianapolis
- Carmel
- Fishers
- Noblesville
- Greenwood
- Lawrence
- Plainfield
- Zionsville
- Avon
- Beech Grove
- Speedway
- Cumberland
- Southport
- Meridian Hills
- Clermont
- Warren Park
- Homecroft
- Rocky Ripple
- Williams Creek
- Wynnedale
- Spring Hills
- Crows Nest
- North Crows Nest
- Castleton
- Atlanta GA
- Cincinnati OH
- Cleveland OH
- Colorado
- Columbus OH
- Denver CO
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Indianapolis Metro
- Kentucky
- Louisville KY
- Nashville TN
- Ohio
- Tennessee
- West Newton
- Wisconsin

### Typical Job Cost

$1,500 - 15,000

Cost for each project depend on scope of services and complexity of the project, but initial consultations are always free of charge. Figures above represent typical/average ranges only and will be specifically tailored to your project needs.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Joseph Lese, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP |
| Address | 5660 Winthrop Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46220, United States |
| Phone | (317) 690-6118 |
| Website | http://josephlese.houzz.com |
| License Number | AR11700002 |
| Followers on Houzz | 54 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Joseph Lese, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/joseph-lese-aia-ncarb-leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1669357562)
- **Website:** http://josephlese.houzz.com
- **Phone:** (317) 690-6118

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- 2017 Best of Houzz
- Registered Architect
- LEED Accredited Professional

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471)
- [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews**

### All 3 reviews

**★★★★★ — goballstate, April 2016**

> We hired Joseph Lese to draw up plans for a portico for our brick colonial.  He was absolutely one of the best people we have ever worked with on a project for our home.  He really listened to get a feel for the details we were looking for and offered great suggestions and opinions to help make all of the details just right.  He responded quickly and was incredibly patient and kind any time I contacted him.  We will definitely work with him again when we add a sunroom.  When I came up with an idea to expand our front walk and texted him a sketch I had come up with, he sent me plans with dimensions for the walk to give to our contractor within a couple of days.  Joseph definitely goes above and beyond to make sure his clients are happy.

**Comment from Joseph Lese, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP:**

> It was nothing but a pleasure working with you and your family. I truly appreciated the opportunity.

**★★★★★ — sarah3poynter, Oct. 2015**

> Joseph Lese was a great addition to our building process. When we first met he took our initial plans and was able to add great ideas to help make the most of our space.  He worked in a professional and timely manner. He was available through out the entire process and was always quick to respond with questions.  I would highly recommend him to anyone needing an architect!

**★★★★★ — moknoble, June 2014**

> Joseph is extremely professional and prompt. He has great decorating taste and is knowledgeable about many different styles and time periods. I had a lot of fun working with him, he is flexible with each clients individual needs.

## Selected projects

- [St. Joseph Place Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/st-joseph-place-remodel-pj-vj~5495825)
  - Location: Indianapolis, IN
  - Photos: 47
- [529 North Hamilton Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/529-north-hamilton-avenue-pj-vj~3338231)
  - Location: Indianapolis, IN
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: After years of neglect and abandonment, this home was brought back to life through the hard work of a Realtor and her team. The existing condition of the home included exposed wood studs, no insulation, rotted stairs and windows, and rotted siding. All siding and windows were replaced. Rooms on the interior were opened up and reconfigured to appeal to the mass buyer market in the urban core of Indianapolis.
- [George Stumph Historic Restoration](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/george-stumph-historic-restoration-pj-vj~2793250)
  - Location: Indianapolis, IN
  - Photos: 14
- [5111 North Meridian Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/5111-north-meridian-street-pj-vj~579689)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 31
  - Description: After being abandoned and neglected for nearly 20 years, this mansion on historic Meridian Street in Indianapolis underwent an extensive historic restoration and modernization. The house underwent a full interior renovation and the exterior was historically restored.
- [71st Street Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/71st-street-craftsman-pj-vj~580337)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 36
  - Description: New construction of a 4-bedroom home in Indianapolis with a blend of traditional and craftsman style.
- [Historic Porch Restoration](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-porch-restoration-pj-vj~1370089)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: A historic preservation project consisting of correcting structural damage caused by moisture, removal of non-historic gutters, stabilization, and better drainage methods. Photos and drawings by Joseph Lese. A copy of the full set of drawings is available upon request.
- [St. Joseph Place Historic Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/st-joseph-place-historic-remodel-pj-vj~1370107)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: A historic renovation of a dilapidated house in downtown Indianapolis. The project includes repair/replacement of exterior siding with new paint, exterior rear covered porch, opening up front covered porch, and construction of a 3-car detached garage for a future carriage house. Drawings and photos by Joseph Lese. A copy of the full drawing set is available upon request.
- [Brookside Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brookside-residence-pj-vj~1244351)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 49
  - Description: A 6,000 square foot home located in the Brookside neighborhood of the Indianapolis suburb of Westfield, IN. Work for this spec home included exterior and interior material selections, interior design, renderings, and detailing.
- [Garage and Master Suite Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garage-and-master-suite-addition-pj-vj~1370093)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: A master suite expansion, roof deck with spiral staircase, and a 2nd floor addition and expansion to the existing detached garage. Drawings and photos by Joseph Lese. A copy of the full set of plans is available upon request.
- [Urban Infill Renderings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-infill-renderings-pj-vj~580797)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: Narrow-lot urban infill renderings.

[See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/joseph-lese-aia-ncarb-leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1669357562)

## Ideabooks

- [josephlese's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1562726/list/josephlese-s-ideas) — 397 ideas
- [narrow courtyard](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11321324/list/narrow-courtyard) — 6 ideas
- [roof deck](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11288958/list/roof-deck) — 15 ideas
- [Newport Bay](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/9852580/list/newport-bay) — 27 ideas

[See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/josephlese)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What brand is the tV cabinet?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: It's IKEA Besta I believe.

**Q: what color is the wall and floor?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The walls are fairly close to Sherwin-Williams SW7648 Big Chill. The floor is polished natural concrete.

**Q: How many in a set** *(in Product Questions)*

What does 24 ct mean

A: There would be 24 of an item in the package/order (in this case, 24 glasses).

**Q: need help with our small space** *(in Design Dilemma)*

HI, I emaled before but wasn't very descriptive. Here are a few photos. I hope they do enough to explain our space. We just moved in and our kitchen is also our living room. What do we need to do to make the space look open and what type of furniture fits this space. The building is contemporary. I would like a little modern rustic feel brought in but unsure how to do so.. So what should we do with this space? We plan to get new furniture. We will be using this space as a sitting area and dinning area. Thank you.

A: You could potentially rotate the table/stools so it's aligned with the kitchen in a linear fashion, and flip the orientation of the couch so it faces the wall. At the wall you could do a media center or bookshelf, depending on your interests, and hang a mirror or wall art above. In the corner, you could do a chair with a floor lamp behind.  I have an example of the orientation that could be similar on my page:  



Furniture-wise, for a rustic modern look I refer to places such as West Elm, Room & Board, Crate & Barrel, or Restoration Hardware for inspiration and defining a look before sending clients out to shop at local furniture stores.

Hope this helps - best of luck.
Joseph

**Q: Brick colour?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Lovely home. What is the brick colour?

A: The house had painted brick, and during the restoration was tuckpointed and re-painted. The brick color is Sherwin Williams "Tony Taupe" (SW7038). The stone is natural limestone. Thank you for your question.

**Q: Contemporary metal beds** *(in Design Dilemma)*

If anyone can recommend contemporary styled silver metal King-size beds, please send me the manufacturer or links.  There are so few options.

A: I like a couple products that Room and Board Have.  Here's one example (look for the silver one).

http://www.roomandboard.com/catalog/bedroom/beds/architecture-beds-in-colors

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-01.*