--- title: "Michael Lyons Architect — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/michael-lyons-architect-pfvwus-pf~470119025 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~470119025.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Michael Lyons Architect" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d6c3bf3c00cca117_7863-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "2815 Valley View Lane Ste 125, Dallas, Texas 75234, United States" latitude: 32.9245 longitude: -96.8938 phone: "(214) 649-9838" website: http://lyonsarchitect.com rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 167 last_updated: 2026-08-25 --- # Michael Lyons Architect Original Houzz profile: [Michael Lyons Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/michael-lyons-architect-pfvwus-pf~470119025) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Dallas, TX - **Serves:** Dallas, Ft Worth, Plano, Irving, Carrollton, Richardson, Lewisville, Oak Lawn, Coppell, North Dallas, Farmers Branch, University Park, Addison, Granbury, Highland Park, Ft. Worth - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves Dallas residential architect Michael Lyons has been designing, remodeling and renovating homes in and around Dallas for over 40 years. Lyons’ design excellence attracts clients with the highest standards looking for custom home designs and remodeling projects that offer the best in style, functionality and individuality. Lyons combines his vast architectural design experience with creativity and an extensive knowledge of historical architectural styles to produce designs that exude a timeless feeling of warmth and elegance. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Mudroom Design - Staircase Design - Laundry Room Design ### Areas Served - Dallas - Ft Worth - Plano - Irving - Carrollton - Richardson - Lewisville - Oak Lawn - Coppell - North Dallas - Farmers Branch - University Park - Addison - Granbury - Highland Park - Ft. Worth ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Michael Lyons Architect | | Address | 2815 Valley View Lane Ste 125, Dallas, Texas 75234, United States | | Phone | (214) 649-9838 | | Website | http://lyonsarchitect.com | | License Number | 7232 | | Followers on Houzz | 167 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Michael Lyons Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/michael-lyons-architect-pfvwus-pf~470119025) - **Website:** http://lyonsarchitect.com - **Phone:** (214) 649-9838 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Registered architect in state of Texas - Numerous state, national, magazines, awards - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — Alair Homes DFW \| Capital Renovations Group, Sept. 2015** > As a residential builder and remodeler with 32 years in the industry, I can honestly say that Michael Lyons is the most competent and creative architect that we have worked with. Michael has extensive knowledge about how buildings are constructed, architectural styles, sense of scale and livability of a home. Michael also excels when challenged to make major design changes to existing homes that maintain balance and aesthetics. Budget always comes into play at some point in the design process and Michael is very accommodating when it comes to creative design changes that can help reign-in projects that exceed our clients budget. Michael is always our first choice to recommend to our clients that want to remodel or build a new custom home. **★★★★★ — Rick Blair, Feb. 2014** > It was my great fortune to have Michael Lyons design my house. I can't speak highly enough of Michael and his uniquely inspired, beautiful, and consistently excellent work. He listened, captured, and improved the ideas I presented to him. And as needed, he came up with beautiful, creative new ideas to compliment the existing design. Working with him is a pleasure as he contributes ease, imagination, creativity, knowledge and experience, humor, and clarity in an easy, personable way. He is a singular, special talent.. If I were to build another house, I wouldn't consider using anyone but Michael. **★★★★★ — Todd Bonneau Homes, Feb. 2014** > I have been privileged to work with Mr. Lyons on numerous projects for over 15 years now. As a builder, the professionals I refer reflect on me. I am pleased to say that my clients that work with Mr. Lyons are consistently pleased with his work. A good project does not happen unless you start with a good plan. When a client chooses him for their project, I know we will receive a plan that reflects the personality of the client while at the same time being architecturally correct for the style drawn. His sense of scale is superb and attention to detail immense. I highly recommend Mr. Lyons. **★★★★★ — sueduvall, Feb. 2014** > Michael took my ideas, added his own and drew a plan for my new home that was what I wanted. He absolutely "got It' when it came to capturing the feeling of welcome and comfort in addition to style and he was available for consultation and advice when needed and always answered questions in a timely manner. > > Even arguing with Michael about design differences was fun! > > Sue Siddons DuVall **★★★★★ — eganhouse, Jan. 2014** > Michael helped our southern dream home come to life! Our architecture plans were both practical and beautiful. We wanted an efficient floor plan designed around the way we lived. Michael delivered. We use every square foot of our house. No wasted space. We also wanted a beautiful southern house with classic architecture and intriguing details. Michael delivered in ways that we could not have imagined. His attention to detail continues to inspire us. I still wander around our home admiring the details that give our home depth and character. **★★★★★ — Erik Radle, Jan. 2014** > After living in “used” houses for many years, we were finally ready to tackle the daunting task of building our new dream home. We were very fortunate that our builder referred us to Michael Lyons. After a lengthy and comprehensive interview in his office, he was able to quickly and efficiently create a spectacular home plan for us that matched perfectly with how we wanted to live in the home. To this day, my wife and I both credit Michael for a home that functions perfectly for us, so much so that years later I wouldn’t want to change a thing. I will still catch myself walking around both the inside and outside of the home and seeing for the first time details pop out that Michael included. More than just giving us what we wanted, Michael also kept us from making some bad decisions along the way. That’s no small task for an architect having to politely push back on two Type-A personalities! When the time comes, Michael will certainly be our architect for our next home too. ## Selected projects - [Custom Homes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-homes-pj-vj~5934080) - Location: Southlake, TX - Photos: 19 - [Neoclassical Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/neoclassical-residence-pj-vj~414583) - Location: Ennis, TX - Photos: 50 - Description: This homeowner wanted architect Michael Lyons to expand their existing home and grounds to accommodate large family gatherings as well as to provide a venue for entertaining friends and business clients. The home was designed to immediately draw visitors to the outdoors and vistas beyond. From the front entry one can see straight through the kitchen, great room and dining room to the outdoors. The dining room is a large half-round of glass/windows that spans almost 20’ across. The guest house ha… - [Neo-Eclectic Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/neo-eclectic-residence-pj-vj~414647) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 6 - Description: This Dallas area couple loved the location of their Bluffview property and its huge trees but had outgrown their home and decided to tear down their existing residence and build a new one. Without a specific architectural style in mind, architect Michael Lyons designed an eclectic style home with forms and details interpreted from the clients’ wish list. The use of stone wainscoting and vibrant stucco color softens the scale of the large residence so it blends into the neighborhood of older home… - [Master Bath & Bedroom Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bath-and-bedroom-remodel-pj-vj~414525) - Location: Corsicana, TX - Photos: 4 - Description: This Corsicana, Texas client commissioned architectural designer Michael Lyons to remodel their master bedroom and master bath. The client wanted a more spacious feel to the rooms, more closet space and a more dramatic look overall. Though maintaining the existing low-pitched roof was a restriction, it inspired Lyons to design an extra-wide rounded cove which allowed the segmental arch ceiling to crown at a higher point at the bedroom’s center. Low-voltage lighting around the ceiling’s perimeter… - [LEED Sustainable Design Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leed-sustainable-design-home-pj-vj~414531) - Location: Farmers Branch, TX - Photos: 2 - Description: Architect Lyons was selected by a true “one of a kind” custom homebuilder to design this Silver Star LEED-certified home on 1.7 acres in Farmer’s Branch. The homeowner’s primary concerns were efficiency and low overall cost of ownership. The residence possesses interesting design elements and large comfortable spaces with all the amenities while not leaving a large ecological footprint. The orientation of the home on the lot, the incorporation of shade trees, spray foam encapsulated insulation,… - [French Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-home-pj-vj~414530) - Location: Plano, TX - Photos: 7 - Description: This Dallas client wanted architect Michael Lyons to design a custom home in the French style, but with a slightly more informal feel and without excessively busy details. The residential home’s layout takes advantage of backyard views that include a creek and heavily wooded greenbelt. A veranda with an outdoor fireplace create an inviting space for outdoor entertaining and the upper balcony off the media room takes advantage of views in the area. The husband’s extensive baseball memorabilia col… - [French Country Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-estate-pj-vj~414608) - Location: Gainsville, TX - Photos: 14 - Description: This residence, designed by home architect Michael Lyons and situated near Gainsville, Texas, is an excellent example of how a site can inspire design and how an architect re-imagines that site. The French Country home sits on 100 acres of stunning countryside that includes a picturesque pond in far North Texas. Properly siting the home, maximizing the views and creating the proper entry drive to the house ultimately had a major impact on the home plan and layout. Turning the house, motor court… - [Texas Mediteranean](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/texas-mediteranean-pj-vj~414672) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 4 - Description: This Preston Hollow residence in Dallas, Texas was designed by Texas architect Michael Lyons for a general contractor to be a showcase home. The style might be classified as Texas Mediterranean with its symmetrical core enhanced by two stone gables. The custom mahogany door designed by Lyons is tied together with columns and brackets that match the door unit. The standing-seam metal roof over the entry porch and metal half-round roof feature on the window above it add to the Texas charm. Warm to… - [Contemporary Homes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-homes-pj-vj~417202) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 11 - [Spanish Colonial](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-colonial-pj-vj~417323) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 2 - Description: This Spanish Colonial house was designed by architect Michael Lyons as a showcase home. The conservative scale allows the house to fit seamlessly into the older residential neighborhood near White Rock Lake in Dallas. The extensive exterior details of the home add charm and warmth. As with most of the residences Lyons designs, there is extensive use of color. This adds depth and sparkle and enhances the detailing of this showcase home. - [Tudor Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tudor-residence-pj-vj~414673) - Location: Mckinney, TX - Photos: 1 - Description: This Tudor style house, loosely based on Medieval English building traditions that dominated the early 1900’s throughout the country, is actually a mix of American eclectic expressions that came into popularity beginning in the neo-eclectic movement of the 1970’s. The house features multiple materials and patterns including brick, stucco, stone, half-timbering, varied brick patterns, the steeply pitched gable roofs and tall narrow casement windows in multiple groups with multi-panes. A conical r… - [Tuscan Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tuscan-residence-pj-vj~414666) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 3 - Description: The detail of this Tuscan style Mediterranean residence shows the rhythm of the triple arched front porch of this custom home designed by residential architect Michael Lyons. Above is a front facing balcony accessed from a second floor game room. A copper carriage lantern is mounted over the center arch to further define the entry. The windows and custom designed mahogany door unit continue the arch theme of the front porch that is also carried throughout the interior of the home. - [Outdoor Pavilion & Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-pavilion-and-living-pj-vj~415663) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 3 - Description: The owners of this Dallas area home wanted to get the most out of their wide backyard, despite its shallow depth. Residential architect Michael Lyons designed a 16-foot octagon-shaped outdoor pavilion that houses a fireplace and TV, creating a comfortable place to relax and entertain. Connected to it is a heavy timber arbor that houses a dining table and an outdoor kitchen. A linear swimming pool is situated next to the outdoor pavilion and at the opposite end (unseen) is the visual surprise of… - [Cabana & Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cabana-and-outdoor-living-pj-vj~415666) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 2 - Description: This Dallas home, on a one-plus acre lot originally had a small cabana in the backyard. The owners requested an outdoor living area designed for entertaining large groups. The cabana was expanded by adding a large outdoor living and dining area and an outdoor kitchen. Adding a 16-foot square heavy timber arbor across from the cabana visually helps reduces the lengthy back yard and screens the tennis court at the back. The new swimming pool is centered on the arbor with the whirlpool partially co… - [Tudor Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tudor-home-remodel-pj-vj~414507) - Location: Bluffview, TX - Photos: 6 - Description: Residential architect Michael Lyons was commissioned to completely remodel this eclectic Tudor home located in the Bluffview area of Dallas, inside and out. A new paint scheme, casement windows, an eyebrow roof vent, chimney pot and other details create warmth and give the exterior an entirely new look. Inside, the kitchen was enlarged, a family room was added, a new master suite was created and lots of vibrant colors used to give this home a comfortable and welcoming feel. From the segmental ar… - [Texas Regional Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/texas-regional-residence-pj-vj~414659) - Location: Rockwall, TX - Photos: 2 - Description: Located with a view of Lake Ray Hubbard near Dallas, this Texas Regional style custom home was designed by residential Texas architect Michael Lyons to evoke a casual, inviting feel. A gable helps emphasize the home’s entrance and the Dutch hip roof adds interest by breaking up the major roof planes. A dormer was added over the entry porch to house a copper carriage lantern. Other architectural details such as the Copper eyebrow vents, the copper bay window roof, the paired wood brackets and sma… - [Spanish Colonial Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-colonial-revival-pj-vj~414501) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 3 - Description: As with most of the residences Lyons designs, there is extensive use of color. This adds depth and sparkle and enhances the detailing of this showcase home. - [French Country Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-home-pj-vj~414668) - Location: Dallas, TX - Photos: 1 - [Ranch House Remodel & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ranch-house-remodel-and-addition-pj-vj~414511) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: Dallas architect Michael Lyons was commissioned to do a complete remodel of this Northwood Hills, Dallas ranch house. Previously, the residence had no defined entry. To rectify this, Lyons created an arched soffit gable with paired columns, along with a mahogany and glass door he custom designed. The brick was painted a new warm tone and casement windows were added to complete the ranch house’s exterior. Knowing the homeowners entertain large groups, the walls separating the narrow entry, living… - [Mediteranean](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediteranean-pj-vj~414639) - Location: Irving, TX - Photos: 13 - Description: Dallas architectural designer Michael Lyons was contracted to build a Mediterranean style residence with Tuscan influences on this property that backs up to the Byron Nelson Tournament Players Club (TPC) golf course in Irving, Texas. In back, the large outdoor veranda with infinity pool and extensive second floor balcony off the game/media room were designed to allow many viewing angles to watch the professional golfers. Inside, the home design balances warmth and coziness with large open spaces… [See all 30 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/michael-lyons-architect-pfvwus-pf~470119025) ## Community Q&A **Q: Paint Color** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me what color of paint you used on the walls? A: Celine that job is so old there is no documentation left.Sorry. However, here's best guesss: sherwin williams 9012 6374 7682 6381 Michael Lyons Architect **Q: pumpkin wall color?** *(in Photo Questions)* please advise brand and color of pumpkin wall paint. thanks! A: Sorry Teri I'm just getting back.unfortunately the pumpkin color is a combination of 2 layers of paint & and a glaze on plaster. Of course there's no record on file. However, holding some Sherwin Williams colors to the photo here's my best shot:6362,6363,6355,6356 **Q: Floors** *(in Photo Questions)* What type and color are the wood floors in this house? A: The floor is maple and the stain is custom. I don't know the name of it. **Q: Wall Unit** *(in Photo Questions)* What does it cost do complete a project like that? A: Remaxhomesbycher The TV cabinet wall cost $3800 to build Michael Lyons AIA **Q: What is the surround on the tub?** *(in Photo Questions)* Is it wood? How does plumber get access to heater? A: The skirt is made of 3 sections of plywood with walnut veneer. I don't know all of your conditions so it would be hard to suggest how to open one of the panels. Your carpenter can help you work thru that. However, you might consider concealed Euro hardware that would open with a touch but you would see a small gap around the door. Another option would be to screw the 3 panels onto the backing and nail a small piece of trim covering the screws. Use small head screws and sink and fill. If you have to remove it, drive the nails thru the wood to pull the trim off to get to the screws. There would probably be little or no damage to the small trim. **Q: are the ceilings painted the same color as the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The walls and the ceiling are the same color. Michael Lyons --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-25.*