About Us | J_spy Architecture

our process:

We start each project with a conversation. Beyond a general program, our goal is to understand how this project fits into your life.

Listening

We are transparent about the necessary steps your project will need to take to be actualized. For some clients, this is the first time they are hearing this information, and we know it can be overwhelming. We share this information so that you can know what to expect, and not be surprised about things later on. We want to build trust with you.

Expectations & Education

Visiting the site really informs what may be possible for your project, and impacts many of our design decisions.

Site Visit

We work in 3-dimensions. Many clients have a hard time reading plans, so we design and present our work in 3D. The design is collaborative, as we incorporate your feedback into the work. Our goal is to produce work that is better in real life than in an photograph.

Design

We’re still involved during construction. We make visits to the project site, answer questions from the contractor, and ensure you know how your project is proceeding.

Work Starts

who we are:

Jason Shannon and Paola Yañez met while studying architecture at Carnegie Mellon University. We moved to NYC after graduating and worked for various prestigious architecture firms. We started J_spy in 2012. Between the both of them, Paola and Jason are licensed to practice in NY, NJ, PA and CT, and hold an active NCARB certification.

client testimonials:

"I have only positive things to say about Jason Shannon (JSPY Architecture LLC) - they did a great job, were quick, reliable, took full ownership, etc. Pricing was very fair too." - Steven M., as found at buildzoom.com

"I highly recommend JSPY. They are detailed, thorough, timely, and very present in the entire renovation process." - Allison, as found at buildzoom.com