Lamar Johnson Collaborative (LJC) is a full-service design and architecture firm dedicated to enhancing the quality of the human experience through innovative and impactful design solutions. With a focus on integrated design, LJC offers a range of services including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban planning, and engineering. By working closely with clients and leveraging the expertise of its development and construction partners, LJC aims to achieve its clients’ goals and aspirations while reducing inefficiencies and risks in the design and construction process.
Founded as Clayco’s original design and architecture practice, Forum Studio, in 1999, Lamar Johnson Collaborative has a rich history of nearly two decades in the industry. Through strategic mergers and collaborations, LJC has evolved into a dynamic and forward-thinking design practice. In 2019, LJC combined forces with BatesForum to create an integrated design practice that now boasts a team of 250 talented design professionals. This integration with Clayco’s comprehensive project delivery approach enables LJC to provide clients with a full spectrum of design and engineering services, streamlining the development process and delivering exceptional results.
At Lamar Johnson Collaborative, the belief that design is a powerful tool for positive change drives their philosophy and approach to every project. Emphasizing collaboration and the collective expertise of their team, LJC strives to create enduring and impactful designs that resonate with each individual’s emotional being. With a commitment to optimism in the future and a dedication to excellence, LJC invites inquiries about projects, press opportunities, and career prospects, welcoming engagement with clients and partners to continue shaping a better tomorrow through design.