Joel Patterson
Example of a large classic wooden spiral staircase design in Santa Barbara

Photo by Jody Dole John R. Schroeder, AIA is a professional design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, and planning. We have over 30 years experience with projects of all types, sizes, and levels of complexity. Because we love what we do, we approach our work with enthusiasm and dedication. We are committed to the highest level of design and service on each and every project. We engage our clients in positive and rewarding collaborations. We strive to exceed expectations through our attention to detail, our understanding of the “big picture”, and our ability to effectively manage a team of design professionals, industry representatives, and building contractors. We carefully analyze budgets and project objectives to assist clients with wise fund allocation. We continually monitor and research advances in technology, materials, and construction methods, both sustainable and otherwise, to provide a responsible, well-suited, and cost effective product. Our design solutions are highly functional using both innovative and traditional approaches. Our aesthetic style is flexible and open, blending cues from client desires, building function, site context, and material properties, making each project unique, personalized, and enduring.

Photo by: Gina Taro
Mid-sized craftsman green two-story wood gable roof idea in San Francisco

The beauty of tone on tone warm metals with dark wood stain. No detail missed. Revival Arts Photography
Large mountain style master gray tile and porcelain tile brown floor freestanding bathtub photo in Vancouver with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

Example of a classic home design design in Portland

Miss Frugal Fancy Pants
Cottage chic family room photo in Tampa

Custom Pool & Spa set on Beautiful Lake Benedict Wisconsin. Rich Full Range Bluestone Coping with a Thermal Finish Surrounds the Pool and Spa. Tanning Ledge inlayed with Full Range Bluestone set into the Pool Shell. The Pool is 20' x 44' and the Spa is 8' x 14'. The Spa seating is situated in a way to insure that there is not a bad seat in the house overlooking this private tranquil lake. Blue Stone Deck and Natural Stone Retaining Walls put the finishing touches on this spectacular setting.

Nantucket window shade by Hunter Douglas. Non-operable Roman topper designed and fabricated by Progressive Designs. Installation and photography by David Boisse of Equinox Interiors.

Focus Pocus
Urban dark wood floor kitchen photo in Chicago with open cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Ocean Aquamarine - Ocean Aquamarine Vertex glass mosaic pattern from MEC’s PIXL range is inspired by a refreshing aerial view of the ocean waters and tides. The cool turquoise & blue glass tile tones are perfect for any space, like feature wall murals and swimming pools. *Get any pattern resized or recolored to better fit your unique requirements. MEC offers free customization and alteration on all mosaic patterns. **AddTek mosaic render is visually similar but may have slight variations due to factors like; textural diversity in mosaic tesserae and light conditions. See the full collection here: http://www.mecartworks.com/pixl/introduction

This was a "Tron" inspired headboard with LED lights that lit up an entire reading nook.
Inspiration for an eclectic kids' room remodel in Columbus

Sliding doors separate the waiting room from other spaces at this home office. --Arla Shephard Bull
Example of a large minimalist home studio design in Seattle with white walls

Office Floor Detail
Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Dallas

Operational speakeasy door detail
Inspiration for a transitional entryway remodel in San Francisco

Detail of "overlapping" concealed full length handles.
Small trendy gender-neutral light wood floor reach-in closet photo in New York with flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets

Large eclectic front porch photo in Chicago with decking and a roof extension

Ceramic Wall art modern figurine with purple parachute handmade in Greece. Contemporary art ceramic three dimensional wall art