Timeless Design

Technical Precision

Trusted Experience

At JMR Architecture, we believe great design should solve problems, reflect the people who live in it, and stand the test of time. Every project, no matter the size, is approached with care, integrity, and a commitment to quality.

Our Services

  • Complex Site Solutions

    Designing for challenging sites is one of our strengths. With decades of experience navigating topography, drainage, and structural constraints, JMR Architecture develops creative, code-compliant solutions for hillside lots and irregular properties. Our work turns site limitations into architectural opportunities.

    → Have a tricky site? Let’s explore what’s possible.

  • Custom Residential Design

    From high-end new builds to thoughtfully crafted remodels, JMR Architecture specializes in custom residential projects that reflect the unique vision and lifestyle of each client. We collaborate closely throughout the design process—balancing aesthetics, budget, and building code requirements—to deliver homes that are both timeless and tailored.

    → Let’s bring your dream home to life.

  • Permit and Insurance Documentation

    We assist homeowners, adjusters, and legal teams by preparing accurate, professional as-built drawings and documentation—particularly for homes impacted by natural disasters. Our deep knowledge of residential construction and building codes allows us to reconstruct lost designs and support the permitting or insurance claims process with clarity and credibility.


    → Need expert documentation support?

About
JMR Architecture

At JMR Architecture, we bring over three decades of residential design excellence to Northern California and beyond. Led by licensed architect John M. Ray, our practice specializes in custom homes, major remodels, and unique hillside solutions that blend aesthetics with functionality. From Folsom to the Bay Area, our team delivers code-compliant, client-focused architecture grounded in real-world expertise.

Whether we’re reconstructing homes lost to disaster, navigating complex permitting with planning departments, or collaborating with homeowners and contractors on visionary builds—our approach remains the same: personal, precise, and deeply rooted in place.

Let’s design something lasting.

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