Business Details
Custom Architectural Design & ARB Consultation
Based in Fernandina Beach, Florida, James Pozzetta, Architect is a full-service design firm specializing in residential, commercial, and renovation projects. With over 25 years of experience, the firm combines historic architectural sensitivity with modern practicality, guided by James' LEED accreditation and Florida architectural license. James holds a Master's Degree in Architecture from the University of Florida and studied abroad in Italy, where he developed expertise in historic design integration.As Vice-Chair of the Fernandina Beach Historic District Council and a member of multiple architectural review boards, the firm excels in navigating complex design guidelines while fostering innovation. Services include custom design, ARB consultation, 3D renderings, and model home design, serving clients from Fort Lauderdale to Jacksonville. The practice emphasizes personalized communication, contextual authenticity, and dynamic spatial experiences tailored to client needs and site-specific challenges.
Services
Custom Design
ARB Consultation
3D Renderings
Model Home Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience with Florida Vernacular architecture and historic preservation
- Our LEED-certified expertise integrates sustainable practices with traditional design principles
- We maintain active roles on multiple architectural review boards across Northeast Florida
- We prioritize personalized communication to create site-specific, contextually authentic designs
- Our model home designs have successfully launched communities like Ocean Ridge and Beach Haven
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professional
Services
Custom Design
Our custom design process begins with in-depth client consultation to understand specific needs and site context. We create tailored architectural solutions that blend historic preservation principles with modern functionality. Each project emphasizes contextual authenticity, material innovation, and spatial dynamics that enhance the user experience while meeting regulatory requirements.
ARB Consultation
We provide expert guidance through architectural review board processes for communities like Pirate's Cove and Ocean Ridge. Our services include guideline interpretation, design compliance strategy, and communication facilitation between stakeholders. With decades of local experience, we help maintain community character while supporting innovative design solutions that meet both aesthetic and functional needs.
3D Renderings
Our digital visualization services create photorealistic representations of architectural concepts using SketchUp and Photoshop. These renderings support client presentations, fundraising efforts, and marketing materials by clearly communicating design intent. We produce detailed elevations and 3D models that help stakeholders visualize final outcomes before construction begins.
Model Home Design
We specialize in creating model homes that establish community identity while meeting budget constraints. Our designs balance aesthetic appeal with practical functionality to attract buyers and accelerate sales. Projects in Atlantic Beach Country Club and Beach Haven demonstrate our ability to create market-driven designs that align with developer goals and community standards.
People
James Pozzetta
Architect
Florida-licensed architect with 25+ years of experience in historic preservation and Florida Vernacular design. LEED Accredited Professional and Vice-Chair of Fernandina Beach Historic District Council. Specializes in navigating architectural review board requirements while maintaining design integrity.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in Florida Vernacular architecture with historic preservation elements, while maintaining flexibility to work with contemporary and hybrid styles that respect local context.
Do you work with architectural review boards?
Yes, we have extensive experience serving on and collaborating with ARBs for communities like Ocean Ridge and Pirate's Cove, helping navigate design guidelines while fostering innovation.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes Northeast Florida communities from Fernandina Beach to Jacksonville, with project experience extending to Fort Lauderdale and Orlando.
Can you help visualize design concepts?
Yes, we provide 3D renderings and colored elevations using SketchUp and Photoshop to help clients visualize final outcomes before construction begins.
Do you design model homes?
Yes, we've created model homes for Atlantic Beach Country Club, Beach Haven, and Ocean Ridge communities, balancing aesthetic appeal with market-driven functionality.
