Noble Johnson Architects

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Noble Johnson Architects, LLC (formerly William C Johnson Architect, LLC) is a small, full service architectural +interior design firm. We help clients achieve their design goals, from small residential projects to large commercial developments. Our residential work includes custom residences, vacation homes, renovations/additions and multi-family projects. Our designs range in styles from classical to modern to eclectic. We have experience with Historic structures and have received the Metropolitan Historic Commission Preservation Award for Infill Construction in a Historic District. Noble Johnson Architects, LLC also provides commercial, industrial and institutional design services. Our work includes office/retail structures, tenant spaces, assisted living facilities, manufacturing and storage facilities, warehouses, restaurants, clubhouses, churches and hotels. Noble Johnson Architects, LLC is a member of the US Green Building Council and is a LEED for Homes Accredited Professional. We are committed to promoting green building practices. We strive to stay abreast of new developments in the construction industry but will only utilize proven quality systems. A successful project results from the collaboration of owner, architect, interior designer, consultants, and contractor. We value and encourage the talents and opinions of each team member. A thorough understanding of programming, site and environmental conditions, budget, and construction requirements is also essential. Our firm size allows the involvement of the principal architect throughout the building process. We understand that architecture + interior design is a service industry. We strive to exceed our client's expectations and value the relationships developed over thirty years. We take pride in the fact that our clientele is produced primarily through a referral network of satisfied customers.

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Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Bathroom Design, Energy-Efficient Homes, Green Building, Historic Building Conservation, Home Additions, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Laundry Room Design, Mudroom Design, New Home Construction, Space Planning, Custom Homes

Areas Served

Belle Meade, Berry Hill, Brentwood, Forest Hills, Nashville, Oak Hill, Metropolitan Government of Nas

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Nashville, TN

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JoJo Moman

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NJA was recommended to us by our builder. I could not have been happier with them! Every team member was friendly, professional and beyond helpful throughout the process. They engineered so many unique aspects of our home for us and Bill saved our trees which was a top priority! Selection meetings can be overwhelming and stressful but with Jennifer by my side they quickly became my favorite part of our building process. Christian was so knowledgeable about the ins and outs of codes and kept everything running smoothly for our contractors. Their team is truly one we will miss as our project finishes! You’d be lucky to work with them.

October 20, 2021

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You're making us blush! Your family was a joy to work with and we made some lifelong friends in the process!

HU-175342944

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Noble Johnson Architects provided architectural and interior design services for my new residential build. They recommended builders appropriate for my project type and cost, and worked closely with the builder to ensure design plans were followed. The entire team was easy to work with, and I highly recommend them!

April 30, 2020

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you for the kind words! We appreciate the opportunity to work with you!

Forte Building Group, LLC

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It’s always a pleasure working with Noble Johnson Architects. They’re incredibly attentive while getting to know their customer’s needs, priorities and ideas to form creative, practical and cost effective solutions, always doing so with the homeowner’s best interest at heart. Christian and Bill are excellent at providing well thought out recommendations regarding design, function and budget. Their attention to detail is remarkable and cannot be fully appreciated until seen from a distance and up close. Selections and finish choices can often be overwhelming and Jennifer finds the perfect balance between listening and guiding, presenting options that uniquely match each homeowner’s style to create the perfect look that they will love for years to come. It was gratifying to work with their team to build a customer’s dream home of 40 years and see the personal attention and thoughtful planning that gave everyone peace of mind that the results would be outstanding. As a custom homebuilder, it is extremely comforting to know that they are prompt and responsive from beginning to end. Their ability to clearly communicate their ideas ensures a smooth, enjoyable process. They have a true passion for their work and possess the exceptional ability to create a beautiful and inviting environment that uniquely fits the vision and lifestyle of each and every customer.

December 5, 2019

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Wow - we are overwhelmed by your kind words and feel the same about you. We loved working together as a team and hope to have the opportunity to work with you all again very soon!

aory80

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Bill Johnson & Kara Tully did an excellent job of walking us through options for our renovation, seeing possibilities we would not have seen on our own and working closely with us and our builder as we went through the design process. We had never renovated or built before, so we needed a lot of handholding and they were very helpful throughout the process. We felt like they really listened to us and the end result was exactly what we wanted. I would highly recommend them to friends.

December 26, 2018

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Thank you! We loved walking alongside you throughout the process and are eager to see the completed design!

dkcriderhouzz

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Bill and team did a fantastic job on the addition to our house. They were easy to work with, on time and were available as needed through the entire process. The finished addition flows seamlessly inside (including the design flow improvements in our kitchen) and looks as if it has been part of our house since it was built. It was a pleasure working with them and we are extremely happy with the results.

November 2, 2018

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you so much for the kind words. We loved working with you on both phases of your project and look forward to seeing the final product!

Michael Brown Construction Inc

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Bill has a great team. Very responsive, available and pleasant to work with. Quality of work produced is excellent. I look forward to more projects in the future and have recommended his services to many clients.

October 26, 2018Last modified:October 26, 2018

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Thanks, Michael! We have enjoyed working with you and look forward to future projects!

Matt Potempa

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Bill, Christian and their team could not have been better to work with on our home renovation. They provided practical solutions whenever we encountered restrictions due to space, historical zoning or cost. I would highly recommend the Williams Johnson Architect team.

October 25, 2018

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Thank you! We loved working with you on this historic home addition!

Catherine Moore

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I had such a great experience with this team doing my kitchen remodel. Jennifer was a huge help in assisting me in making decisions on every aspect - the layout, the countertops, the tile, the faucet - everything. She was patient with me when I couldn’t make up my mind and because of her help, my new kitchen is exactly what I wanted!

October 25, 2018

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you for the kind words! We still have faucet envy for your kitchen!

Dorinda Smith

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When we first decided the time was right to build on land we’ve owned for a while, the first really big decision was how to turn what had been in my head for decades into our dream home. Of course I turned to Houzz. Since the first time we met with Bill to talk about the project through completion (almost there!), Bill, Christian and Jennifer listened to what we wanted and took what was in my head and made it so much better. When it came time to select a builder, Bill offered recommendations of builders he had worked with and even a couple he had not to make sure we had good options. Having the option to have the team continue to work with us during construction was invaluable as we were not living locally. Christian made great recommendation to improve the appearance and the functionality of the house and caught at least one builder miss in time to correct it easily. Jennifer spent a lot of time narrowing down selections so we could be highly productive on the marathon selection days. I was expecting the entire process to be extremely painful, but all in all it has been a pleasure working with people we genuinely like and respect.

March 7, 2018

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you so much for the kind words, Dorinda! We have thoroughly enjoyed working with you on your dream home and can't wait to see the final details come together!

Terri Keister

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Bill and his assistants were excellent to work with on our lake home remodel. Bill listened to our ideas and was able to create a design plan which exceeded our expectations. The entire firm was a pleasure to work with and were very aware of both time and budget constraints. Cathy provided valuable real estate input and was always gracious in greeting us on our visits to Nashville. We would not hesitate to use their services again and highly recommend them. Lovely folks. Brian & Terri K.

October 13, 2017

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Brian + Terri - Thank you for the lovely words! We are so glad you were happy with the team and are amazed at your project's transformation! Gorgeous!

Sarah Mullis

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What an amazing group of people! It is quite intimidating to go into a renovation project, but every person at WJCA made the process enjoyable and fun! I was always kept in the loop, my ideas were not only heard, but they brought so many great ideas that I never would have thought possible. I could never imagine using anyone else.

October 9, 2017Last modified:October 9, 2017

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Thank you so much, Sarah! We've loved collaborating with you on such a fun project!

Lisa Seckman

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Bill and his team took time to get to know us well enough to express our personality in the design of our new home. He presented several options to consider which allowed us to see beyond the obvious. The final plan was beyond anything we could imagine. Bill stayed with us through the construction phase and was on hand to help us make many on the spot decisions. Our new house is a pleasure to live in and we are thankful to have had Bill and his team as our architect. Special call out to Jennifer for the awesome job she did in handling so many of the details.

September 30, 2017

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you for the kind words, Lisa! We loved working with you and the finished product is stunning!

Nancy W

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Bill designed a DADU for us. From the beginning of the project I felt he understood what we wanted to accomplish. We have been very pleased with the outcome; it has turned out beautifully. So much so, that we will soon begin building a two story home of his design!

September 16, 2017

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you, Nancy! It has been a joy to work with you and we can not wait to see the full finished product!

Andrew Thompson

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Andrew Thompson Construction and Bill's group have been working together for years now. I have had nothing but excellent experiences with them. They are always able to capture the needs and wants of the clients very quickly. Their space-planning and creativity is exceptional. Their ability to design to proposed budgets is always appreciated. They are wonderful communicators from the first meeting until the end of each project. The plans are always very detailed and the clients are always pleased. It is obvious to all involved that they care about each project and that they have the experience and expertise to bring their best to each job.

September 15, 2017

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you for the kind words, Andrew! We enjoy working with you and look forward to future projects!

C Michaelson

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We bought a 1973 ranch home from the original owner. It was in dire need of repair/remodel. Our goal was to update it while absolutely respecting the period architecture of the home. Bill was able to catch our vision, improve on it and was always mindful of our budget constraints. Our project is nearing completion and we are thrilled! Our funky little lake home is perfect for the two of us! Bill is a talented architect and a real nice guy! We are happy to recommend William Johnson Architect.

March 3, 2017

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Thank you! We can't wait to see the finished product!

maqattack

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We turned to Houzz.com when we were looking for an architect to build our dream home. It didn't take long for us to look at Bill Johnson's portfolio to determine that we wanted to set up an appt with him to discuss house plans. It was simply one of the best phone calls we ever made. We quickly realized that his personality made it SO easy for us to communicate all of our wishes to him...he really listened to everything that we said. We literally sat down with a blank piece of paper and created our home from scratch. The finished product was simply amazing and pretty much spot on with everything we wanted. The best part of working with him and his incredible team is their genuine enthusiasm for our project! They were just as excited about our project as we were!!! We truly feel like we are put first. The icing on the cake was when Mr. Johnson met our talented, yet quiet builder. They hit it off got along wonderfully. They were on the same page when it came to building our quality home and we now affectionately refer to them as the 'Dream Team'!! I just can't say enough about Bill Johnson and his firm. We HIGHLY recommend them to anyone who is looking for an honest, hard-working, quality firm!!

January 15, 2017

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you! Honored to be a part of your "dream team!"

Matt North

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My family hired Bill Johnson and his staff to design a second home on our lot in the style of a 1940s-era California Craftsman Ranch house for an aging relative. The plans he delivered us are a stone-cold bullseye. Bill's attention to detail and attentiveness to our needs (and budget) always made us feel like we're in good hands. Creatively, his enthusiasm is infectious and our brainstorming sessions were always inspiring and helped us push forward with a clear vision. Personally, his communication was respectful, professional, and always in a timely manner. His talents receive our highest recommendation.

January 13, 2017

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Thank you! We look forward to watching the project progress!

Parrie Smith

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Bill has been great working with us as we are moving toward the construction of a retreat cabin that will become a studio/guest space when we build our main residence next to it. We hope to begin construction in the next 60 days and be completed with Phase 1 by the Fall! His insights are proving invaluable from space utilization to energy efficiency to overall being in step with our thought, dreams and hopes!

March 14, 2015

threekittieshere

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Through early project discussions, planning and design, and site management, our working experience with Bill, of William C. Johnson Architect, was excellent in all ways. Our project was a good sized garage, family room, and porch addition to a 1930's tutor cottage, although Bill turned a holistic eye to the work, helping us reconsider flow patterns through the entire house, address a shortage of upstairs storage space, and generally turn an acutely keen eye to details large and small from basement to roof. Bill moved fluidly from technical discussions with the builders concerning structural load bearing walls to designing the gentle curl of a railing, matching arches of new windows to old passage ways, and specifying the curve of counter supports--and, most importantly, was able to explain all aspects and options of the design and construction processes clearly to us, who were new to house remodeling. With an appreciation of old homes, conscientious to maintaining the historic feel of structures, and a smart environmental awareness, Bill is a superb architect. He listened carefully to our wants, was able to recommend excellent builders, draw up beautiful plans, design spontaneous and innovative solutions to old house surprises, advise on places to source materials, and aid us through the entire project from start to finish. He was a delight to work with, and we cannot recommend a professional more highly.

September 22, 2014

Cindy Lockhart Crye-Leike Realtors

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I have known and worked with Bill in the past, I highly recommend him,

William Johnson is a very talented architect based out of Nashville TN. He and his wife operate a small but very effective business near Downtown Nashville.

August 28, 2014

Radnor Residential, LLC

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I bought a 1960 ranch from the original owners. It needed a lot of work but the floorplan was perfect and the 1 1/4 acre lot was on a dead end street and nestled in the woods. We tore the back off the house and added on a great room with 15 ft windows. It was a bold statement but I was confident because Bill has a tool that allowed me to "fly around" the new house and verify that the modern addition would not peek over the roof of the existing house. Everyone walks in thinking it's your average ranch and immediately says "Wow!!!" As always, things don't always look the same in life as they do on paper. Once the addition was framed out and the new windows ordered, I felt there was too much wall between the upper and lower windows, and it really broke up the view. Bill got together with contractor Mark Wendling of Integrity Construction TN, and they came up with a great solution--adding crank-out awning windows--to add some glass without the expense of all new windows. The awning windows are my absolute favorite feature in the house. I keep them open 24/7 to a nice breeze, a good storm and birds singing. Bill was great to work with. He listened to what was important to me, got a feel for how I lived and respected that I hate ceiling fans and Mommy-ish style. He even thought to put the cat door on the back instead of off the driveway so my kitty wouldn't run in front of the car! He can provide as much or as little as you want. His rates were fair and he was up front about how much more detail would cost. We had to jump through some hoops with the planning commission, and hired soil specialists and engineers, but he was skilled at getting the approvals we needed. See pictures of A Ranch Takes Off on houzz.

August 24, 2014

Scott Troxel

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Bill provided an excellent, very efficient floor plan. The layout worked perfectly and the volume, light and functionality all worked exceedingly well. It was a fun process working with Bill in coming up with the design. Bill came back with a design that was fun and practical. We had to have a design that was creative but also cost-effective. The ultimate plan hit that target perfectly.

December 4, 2013

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you, Scott! We love working on these fun projects with you!

ervin16

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Bill walked me and my husband through the entire design/build process. We enjoyed him and continue to think of him as a friend we made during the process of building the home in which we are raising our family. Bill was very knowlegeable and creative. He loves to create tight spaces without much "wasted space" and we love the finished product--our home! Bill was humble to work with and accepted my ideas or changes I wanted with humility. He never lost sight of the fact that we would be the ones living in the home, so what pleased us was most important.

January 29, 2013

lilywood1

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Bill is great! He is knowledgeable and creative. He is comfortable working in any style. He meets deadlines. Best of all, Bill LISTENS. He helps you figure out what you like and need, rather than trying to impose his ideas on you. We have worked with Bill on several projects, The first was when we converted an old concrete porch into a beautiful sunroom. The second was the design and construction of a 7,000 square foot Classical Revival home. The third was an interior redesign of a 1930's cottage. Each project was a great success: beautiful and functional space. Bill is a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend Bill to everyone without reservation.

January 24, 2013

jpseckman

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Bill designed a home for my family in a historic Nashville neighborhood last year. He worked closely with my wife and me throughout the process to understand our dreams for the house - as well as our constraints. He did an outstanding job translating this into a home that fits us as well as the neighborhood. Bill stayed involved during the construction process which was a real value add. His knowledge of construction techniques is very good so he was able to help us guide the builder toward a higher quality home than we would have gotten without his help. Bill is a great architect that does not bring a big ego into his work. This was our second house project and we give Bill top marks in all regards.

January 23, 2013

whitescarlet2

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Bill Johnson worked with us on every element of a 22 acre horse farm we built on raw land. He designed the house, the barn and created a landscape plan which located fences, bridges, trees and shrubs. We have also had Bill design additions to the home and outdoor living areas. He is a creative professional and easy to communicate with. We have worked with him over 20 years on this project and were always delighted with the results.

January 17, 2013

Ashley Rohe Home

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I worked with Bill Johnson on a recent project here in Nashville and had a wonderful working relationship with him throughout the project. He is approachable and has a light hearted easy manner about him. Bill's attention to detail is what creates such beautiful finished projects. He takes the time to get to know his clients well, and has an open communication with them throughout the project. He's hands on during site meetings, pointing out things and making smart adjustments along the way. He is an ideal partner in the process of building or renovating your home and I would highly recommend him and his work.

January 16, 2013Last modified:January 16, 2013

Comment from Noble Johnson Architects:

Thank you so much for the kind words! We look forward to working with you again in the future!

joelglee

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We have a great 1930's arts and crafts house in Oak Hill. But it was too small for our blending family and we needed more room for entertaining and cooking. We worried that any change in the house would detract from its history and our neighborhood. With Bill Johnson we shouldn't have worried. He designed a beautiful and respectful addition to our home, one that honored its tradition and settled in beautifully with our neighborhood. he created three different approaches, each with strength and character. He was flexible and adaptable and worked with us to design exactly what we had hoped for - on time, on budget and at a level of detail that left no room for doubt or confusion in bidding it and building it. Bill's design has spurred a mini-boom on our street of people sensitively restoring, refreshing and renewing their own homes.

January 14, 2013

dhculver

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Bill has designed two remodels and additions to our 1930s home. In addition to being professional, creative, and talented, Bill asked great questions and listened. He helped us imagine living in the space so we made good decisions. Bill is brilliant at making the old and new a seamless transition. On top of all this, he's fun to work with and has a great sense of humor. We love our home and we love Bill.

January 14, 2013

Crane Builders, LLC

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Bill Johnson & his team has designed many jobs that our team at Crane Builders has built, from room additions to whole houses. We have found that they are very responsive, creative and easy to work with. Our clients have also loved working with Bill. The result is always stunning!!

January 14, 2013

wm657

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Great architect! We have used Bill 3 times: 2 remodeling/additions and one new house. You know that you've chosen well when the contractor compliments you on the plans that you give him! Bill's designs blend style and function in a way that has resulted in many compliments from friends and guests over the years. We highly recommend him!

January 14, 2013

cnsking

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Working with Bill was fantastic. He listened to what we wanted, was responsive to our needs, and helped us successfully navigate a lot of tricky issues surrounding renovations on a historical home. We were thrilled with the results!

January 13, 2013

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Commented: where did you get the office chairs? two leather onesHello! The furniture was purchased directly through the homeowner so we do not have that information on file.

June 27, 2022

Commented: bathroom mirrorHello! We did not select the mirrors in the home so we do not have that information.

March 25, 2022

Commented: What are the patio pavers?Hello! The pavers were Landmark Porcelain Pavers from their Frontier 20 series. The color was Vintage Slab, but this project is a few years old and it appears they no longer carry that color. The pave...

March 23, 2022

Commented: What is the paint color? Beautiful room!Hello! Yes, walls, ceiling and trim were all Sherwin Williams Snowbound SW7004 in this room. The walls were eggshell finish, the trim and coffered ceiling beams were semi-gloss finish. We always recom...

March 23, 2022

Commented: What is the arabesque backsplash?Hello! We have this tile on file as Sonoma Arabesque in color: Abaca. I will say the current photo of Abaca on their website looks much darker than what was ordered (this project is 6 years old.) So I...

March 12, 2022

Commented: Wall color?Hello! The wall paint color was Sherwin Williams Iron Ore.

February 28, 2022

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