--- title: "Lee²Design/ JLA+D — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: "https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/lee²design-jla-d-pfvwus-pf~280148659" markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~280148659.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Lee²Design/ JLA+D" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/02d3a7fe0d66d296_2555-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "36 Seven Pines Ave,, 1/F, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02140, United States" latitude: 42.3932 longitude: -71.1338 phone: "(617) 544-2905" website: https://lee2design.com rating: 5 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 15 last_updated: 2026-09-22 --- # Lee²Design/ JLA+D > Full Service Architecture and Design Studio Original Houzz profile: [Lee²Design/ JLA+D](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/lee²design-jla-d-pfvwus-pf~280148659) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Cambridge, MA - **Serves:** Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, Lynn, Newton, Somerville, Malden, Waltham, Brookline, Revere, Medford, West Roxbury, Peabody, South Peabody, Everett, Dorchester Center, Arlington, Woburn, Chelsea, Jamaica Plain, Lexington, Watertown, Needham, South Boston, Melrose, Wellesley, Saugus, Belmont, Wakefield, Burlington, Dorchester, Roxbury, Stoneham, Winchester, Winthrop, Bedford, Weston, East Boston, Auburndale, Brighton, Chestnut Hill, Hyde Park, International Projects, New York State, Newton Center, Newton Highlands, Newton Lower Falls, Newtonville, Waban - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2020–2023), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Houzz Industry Research - Barometer - Recommended on Houzz - 25 Ideabook Saves - Evening consultations - Weekend consultations - Online consultation - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - Evening consultations - Weekend consultations - Online consultation - Responds Quickly The diverse Personal Background and Professional Expertise Justin & Kathrin bring to their practice enables them to recognize and address all aspects of a project regardless of the nature and scale, and to make sure that a first time residential client feels as confident throughout the process as an institutional client looking for a landmark design. Every person is unique, so is every project. Appreciation of this fact is the base for every project they take on. Justin founded JLA+D in 2015 as an Architecture Studio with a strong focus on Museum and Exhibition Design, after working with the Italian Star Architect Renzo Piano on high profile projects like the California Academy of Sciences, the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art and the Harvard Art Museums. With 15+ years of experience, Justin truly understands the complexity and intricacy of working in the museum environment & knows what is needed to successfully execute the project in collaboration with the design team, clients, engineers and contractors from the beginning of the design process to the end of the construction and beyond. Kathrin, a German Designer & engineer in architecture, is trained in rehabilitation of existing building structures. She has worked closely with clients on many projects from identifying project goals and conducting feasibility studies through design to construction completion. Her projects range from redevelopment planning and rehabilitating existing masonry and prefabricated concrete facades to retrofitting existing interiors according to new programmatic needs, while addressing concerns on sustainability and environmental impact. Her projects exceed functional requirements and visual expectations of public and private clients alike. When Kathrin joined in 2018 to work with Justin as a husband & wife team, Lee²Design was born as a Boutique Design Studio, providing clients with complete Architecture & Design Solutions on custom furniture, interior fit-outs, additions, new buildings and master planning. Together, JLA+D and Lee²Design are capable of delivering a thoughtful and integrated design solution at any scale. Justin and Kathrin believe strongly in a close and constructive working relationship with the clients, the total work of exceptional design and the role of the Architect-Designer in providing careful and coordinated oversight on various aspects of the project. Both make sure projects are completed according to the vision developed with the clients. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Barn Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Mudroom Design - Basement Design - Attic Conversion - Staircase Design - Deck Design - Garage Design - Landscape Plans - Laundry Room Design - Modular Home Additions - Passive Solar Heating & Cooling - Home Gym Design & Construction - Prefab Houses - Custom Home ### Areas Served - Boston - Cambridge - Quincy - Lynn - Newton - Somerville - Malden - Waltham - Brookline - Revere - Medford - West Roxbury - Peabody - South Peabody - Everett - Dorchester Center - Arlington - Woburn - Chelsea - Jamaica Plain - Lexington - Watertown - Needham - South Boston - Melrose - Wellesley - Saugus - Belmont - Wakefield - Burlington - Dorchester - Roxbury - Stoneham - Winchester - Winthrop - Bedford - Weston - East Boston - Auburndale - Brighton - Chestnut Hill - Hyde Park - International Projects - New York State - Newton Center - Newton Highlands - Newton Lower Falls - Newtonville - Waban ### Typical Job Cost Free introductory phone call (up to 30 minutes) to discuss the project circumstances. In person/on site consultation starts at $350 (up to 2 hrs). For other service, please inquire directly. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Lee²Design/ JLA+D | | Address | 36 Seven Pines Ave,, 1/F, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02140, United States | | Phone | (617) 544-2905 | | Website | https://lee2design.com | | Followers on Houzz | 15 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Lee2Design/?modal=admin\_todo\_tour - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/lee²design/?viewAsMember=true ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Lee²Design/ JLA+D](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/lee²design-jla-d-pfvwus-pf~280148659) - **Website:** https://lee2design.com - **Phone:** (617) 544-2905 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Architectural licensure in MA and NY, Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), AIA member, NCARB certification. - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2020–2023), for Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [The Boston Society of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-boston-society-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1888823119) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — David Odo, Nov. 2019** > Lee2Design was the perfect fit for our needs. Justin and Kathrin listed to our goals and needs, took the time to really understand what we wanted, and expertly helped shape a realistic plan that kept one eye on the budget and the other on helping us realize our design dreams. Their combination of architectural knowledge and experience was critical to solving several complicated challenges in our space - especially in dealing with the difficult triangular footprint of much of our house - solutions we never would have come up with on our own. And in terms of design, they managed to find products and suggest colors and textures that perfectly suited our taste, rather than merely replicating TV show taste, and at the same time provided expert advice on how to expand our design horizons without pressuring us into doing anything for their egos rather than our lifestyle. Justin and Kathrin were extremely easy to work with - we always looked forward to our meetings, and they made the entire process as painless as possible. We couldn't be happier with the results! **Comment from Lee²Design/ JLA+D:** > Thank you David! We truely enjoyed working with you and are glad you are excited about the transformation your home underwent. ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — Julie Farrer, Aug. 2022** > Kathrin & Justin of Lee2Design were great to work with. I used their design services for a home renovation. They listened to my needs and provided great imagery and design options to help guide the process in a way that matched my aesthetics but also balanced functionality. They worked at my pace and were responsive throughout the process. I found them professional, approachable, and practical and truly enjoyed working with them. They made me feel like a partner in the design process and treated me like an equal. I highly recommend their services. **★★★★★ — Aparna Bapu, April 2021** > Lee2Design/ JLA+D are excellent architects. They are thoughtful and creative but have a strong understanding of costs. I have worked mostly with Justin. He is very detail-oriented. This results in an outstanding building. He always makes himself available to review questions about design and construction. This is really important as a client since you do not want to feel abandoned. Undertaking a project is a big deal for me as it doesn't happen often. You want a partner in your architect who understands you and works with you. This is Lee2Design/JLA+D. I really enjoyed working with them. **Comment from Lee²Design/ JLA+D:** > Thanks Aparna! It was a wonderful experience working together with you and the team. Thank you for all your support and trust in the process, that's definitely a success ingredient! **★★★★★ — HU-261081418, Oct. 2020** > The U.S. campus of 18 United World Colleges located in 18 countries, UWC-USA, has had the joy and privilege of working with Justin Lee in his capacity as board member and chair of our facilities committee. Though his work for us has been as a volunteer, we have benefited fully from Justin's professional acumen and personal attention to big dreams and small details alike. Justin offers an excellent balance of expert advice, patient instruction, and guidance that takes its cue both from the conditions unique to our location and property and from our aspirations to align our master planning with our mission and programming. Justin provided leadership as we engaged in a master planning process and a location study. His work with the New Mexico architects we engaged in master planning was collegial and focused on the best interests of the school. He helped us to identify and understand our needs as well as places where the emerging master plan did and didn't meet them. He continues to advise us as we move our master planning efforts forward, helping us to prioritize and to sequence. He also continues to provide excellent advice on all facilities-related issues in a large campus context that includes a 19th Century Queen Anne style castle turned international school. Justin's advice combines vision and practical considerations, stretching us to see new possibilities and keeping us on track as we make progress against our goals.--Victoria J. Mora, President, UWC-USA **Comment from Lee²Design/ JLA+D:** > Thank you Victoria! > It has been a pleasure to work with you and your team on bringing positive and mission-aligned changes to the physical campus setting and reimagining the UWC experience and vision. We love seeing the students excel in the campus environment and it makes all our work and effort worthwhile. We look forward to continuing our collaboration together! **★★★★★ — Frederico Gil Sander, Nov. 2019** > Our small unit (34 sqm) has become much larger and extremely livable thanks to Lee2. The design was well-thought out, personalized, and maximized the space within a budget constraint. There's tons of storage, and space for a couple to comfortable live. The layout and material choices included a substantial level of personalization, no cookie-cutter design. There was great attention to detail and great patience with me as a client to ensure that my requirements and personal tastes were fully met. Although we were working remotely, the architects were highly responsive and flexible. Working with the contractor was made easier by the high quality design and materials provided by the architects. I cannot recommend them more highly. **Comment from Lee²Design/ JLA+D:** > Thank you Frederico! > It is our major focus to get to know a client well, no matter if the project site is in town or on a different continent, like your apartment. We work to bring together spatial needs and personal taste to create a design that is not only visually compelling but also highly functional. > We like to hear you are enjoing your new space! ## Selected projects - [Contemporary Victorian](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-victorian-pj-vj~5845372) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 17 - [Harvard Art Museums, Cambridge, MA (with Renzo Piano Building Workshop)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/harvard-art-museums-cambridge-ma-with-renzo-piano-building-workshop-pj-vj~5880861) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 15 - [Philosophy Chamber @Harvard Art Museums](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/philosophy-chamber-harvard-art-museums-pj-vj~5878572) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 11 - [Porcelain Facade Case Study & Design Development](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/porcelain-facade-case-study-and-design-development-pj-vj~5872168) - Location: Jingdezhen, Jiangxi - Photos: 6 - [Sau Paulo Studio Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sau-paulo-studio-apartment-pj-vj~5879009) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Elementary School Westerhausen, Germany (with Architekturbüro Schnitker)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elementary-school-westerhausen-germany-with-architekturbuero-schnitker-pj-vj~5870443) - Location: Melle, Germany - Photos: 5 - [Multi Family Home, Adaptive Reuse - (with Architekturbüro Schnitker)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/multi-family-home-adaptive-reuse-with-architekturbuero-schnitker-pj-vj~5870825) - Location: Melle, Germany - Photos: 3 - [Everywhen - Temporary Exhibition @Harvard Art Museums](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/everywhen-temporary-exhibition-harvard-art-museums-pj-vj~5872135) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 7 - [The 1000 Tsunami Safe(r) Houses, Sri Lanka (with MIT SENSEable Lab)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-1000-tsunami-safer-houses-sri-lanka-with-mit-senseable-lab-pj-vj~5870858) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [California Academy of Sciences, CA (with Renzo Piano Building Workshop)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-academy-of-sciences-ca-with-renzo-piano-building-workshop-pj-vj~5878646) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 16 - [Digital Water Pavilion, Expo '08 Zaragoza, Spain (with MIT SENSEable Lab)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/digital-water-pavilion-expo-08-zaragoza-spain-with-mit-senseable-lab-pj-vj~5878599) - Location: Zaragoza, Spain - Photos: 5 - [Feasting with Gods, Heroes and Kings @Harvard Art Museums](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/feasting-with-gods-heroes-and-kings-harvard-art-museums-pj-vj~5878509) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 6 - [Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art, Oslo (with Renzo Piano Building Workshop)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/astrup-fearnley-museum-of-modern-art-oslo-with-renzo-piano-building-workshop-pj-vj~5878485) - Location: Oslo, Norway - Photos: 8 - [Corita Kent and the Language of Pop @Harvard Art Museums](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corita-kent-and-the-language-of-pop-harvard-art-museums-pj-vj~5878527) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 6 - [Home 67H](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-67h-pj-vj~7402254) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Gronensbergschule](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gronensbergschule-pj-vj~7402151) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - [Gronenbergschule Elementary School](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gronenbergschule-elementary-school-pj-vj~7399847) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Secondary School G.M.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/secondary-school-g-m-pj-vj~7399702) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Vocational School BBS](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vocational-school-bbs-pj-vj~7399821) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [UWC-USA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/uwc-usa-pj-vj~7399655) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 [See all 44 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/lee²design-jla-d-pfvwus-pf~280148659) ## Video - [Company video](https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/p/2605401/sp/260540100/playManifest/entryId/1_zckes0e4/format/applehttp/protocol/https/a.m3u8) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Do you handle permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals?** Yes, we guide our clients through the entire process, including navigating regulatory requirements, permitting, and zoning approvals. Our aim is to facilitate a smooth decision-making and bidding process, ensuring all necessary steps are met for your project. **What types of projects do you specialize in (custom homes, remodels, additions)?** We specialize in a diverse range of projects, including custom homes, single-family residential remodels, and new additions. Our boutique studio also handles interior renovations, full buildings, and master planning, delivering thoughtful, integrated architectural solutions tailored to your unique needs. **How do you help clients design within their construction budget?** Absolutely. We believe in shaping realistic plans that keep a close eye on your budget while still realizing your design dreams. Our clients consistently praise our strong understanding of costs and our ability to maximize space within financial constraints, ensuring value and quality. **Do you provide full-service architectural services through construction?** Yes, we provide full-service architectural solutions from the initial concept through to construction completion. We maintain a strong site presence throughout the building phase, ensuring the work progresses precisely according to our shared design vision and meets all project goals. **Do you design fully custom homes?** Yes, we absolutely design fully custom homes. Our philosophy centers on the singularity of each project, ensuring our designs reflect your distinctive characteristics and needs. We create bespoke living environments tailored specifically for you, from concept to completion. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*