Business Details
37 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architects in Jacksonville, FL
Established in 1989, Jaycox Architects & Associates has built a reputation for excellence in architectural design through our unwavering commitment to client satisfaction and innovative solutions. Our firm specializes in custom residential and commercial projects, combining decades of experience with a collaborative team approach that ensures every client's vision is realized. As members of the American Institute of Architects at local, state, and national levels, we maintain the highest professional standards while delivering award-winning designs that have been featured in prominent publications. Our principals bring extensive expertise in historic restoration, sustainable design, and complex project management, having completed work across the southeastern United States and internationally.We employ a structured five-phase design process that integrates owners, architects, and consultants from programming through construction administration, ensuring seamless project execution. With specialized software for residential programming and a focus on material authenticity in historic projects, we provide tailored solutions that address each client's unique requirements. Our portfolio includes LEED-certified facilities, luxury estates, and commercial renovations that demonstrate our versatility in creating functional spaces that stand the test of time. Through principal-led project teams, we maintain direct oversight from initial concept to final occupancy, ensuring design integrity and client priorities remain paramount throughout the process.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Architecture
Historic Restoration
LEED Certified Projects
Custom Design Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial architecture
- Our principals maintain direct project oversight from concept to completion
- Specialized expertise in historic preservation and LEED-certified design
- Award-winning portfolio featured in national architectural publications
- Structured five-phase design process ensures comprehensive project delivery
What people say
Award-winning designs
Historic preservation expertise
Client-focused approach
LEED-certified projects
International portfolio
Services
Residential Architecture
Creating custom luxury estates and private residences tailored to client lifestyles. Our team specializes in Bermuda-style oceanfront properties, Georgian manors, and contemporary homes with advanced hurricane-resistant construction. We integrate natural elements and modern technology to deliver functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that have earned industry awards and publication features.
Commercial Architecture
Designing innovative commercial spaces including historic church renovations and mixed-use centers. Our expertise spans adaptive reuse projects that maintain historical integrity while modernizing infrastructure. We've completed medical facilities, office buildings, and LEED-certified commercial developments that balance aesthetic appeal with practical functionality for diverse business needs.
Historic Restoration
Preserving architectural heritage through meticulous restoration of historic buildings. Our team works with preservation societies to maintain original materials and craftsmanship, specializing in Carpenter Gothic churches and early 20th-century structures. We combine traditional techniques with modern compliance standards to extend the lifespan of culturally significant buildings while maintaining their authentic character.
LEED Certified Projects
Creating environmentally responsible buildings that meet rigorous LEED certification standards. Our House of Care facility demonstrates how sustainable design can create comfortable, energy-efficient spaces for healthcare and residential use. We integrate eco-friendly materials and systems to reduce environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic excellence and functional performance.
Custom Design Solutions
Developing unique architectural solutions that reflect client personalities and site characteristics. From Bahamian island homes to urban medical centers, we create designs that respond to environmental challenges and lifestyle needs. Our approach combines client vision with technical expertise to produce distinctive spaces that balance beauty, functionality, and long-term value.
People
William R. Jaycox
Principal
Founder and principal architect with over 35 years of experience in upscale residential and historic restoration projects. AIA member and Clemson University graduate who established the firm in 1989. Active community leader serving on multiple architectural and civic boards.
Nathan M. Labagh
Principal
Partner and principal architect specializing in residential design with additional expertise in commercial, medical, and aerospace projects. University of Florida graduate with historic preservation certification. Brings global architectural perspective from extensive international study and travel.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in custom residential and commercial architecture, historic restoration, and LEED-certified design projects.
How long has your firm been in business?
Jaycox Architects & Associates has provided architectural services since 1989, with principals having over 60 combined years of experience.
Do you work on historic preservation projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience in historic restoration, including award-winning projects recognized by Jacksonville's Historic Preservation Commission.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Jacksonville, FL, we complete projects throughout the southeastern United States and internationally.
How do you approach the design process?
We use a structured five-phase approach with client collaboration at every stage, from programming to construction administration.
Are your buildings energy efficient?
Yes, we incorporate sustainable design principles and have completed multiple LEED-certified projects that balance efficiency with aesthetic excellence.
