J Visser Design is a residential architecture and design firm headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Specializing in homes, cottages, lakefront living, communities, urban infill, and everything residential, the firm serves a broad geographic region from Grand Rapids to the lakeshore and northern Michigan. Founded in 1990, J Visser Design is an award-winning boutique residential architecture and design firm that believes well-designed houses enhance the quality of life for residents and increase the value of their investment.
The firm’s approach to design is intentionally organic, focusing on getting to know the client, site, wish list, and budget intimately before beginning the design process. This personalized approach enables J Visser Design to create custom homes that meet the specific needs of clients while harmoniously blending with the site and its environment. Emphasizing the importance of craftsmanship, scale, and good taste, the firm designs houses that stand the test of time, growing more loved as the years go by and adding value to both owners and communities.
J Visser Design believes that a well-designed house should have a sense of order that is carried throughout the building, down to the smallest detail. The firm also prioritizes the relationship between the home and outdoor spaces, as well as the incorporation of natural light to create a strong connection to the site and its amenities. With a commitment to creating houses that delight and endure, J Visser Design’s philosophy centers on designing homes that not only look better with age but also contribute positively to the lives of residents and the surrounding community.