Business Details
23 Years
experience
Residential & Commercial Architecture Services in Newington, CT
Jennifer Morgenthau Architect, LLC is a woman-owned full-service architecture and interior design firm based in Newington, Connecticut. With nearly 30 years of professional experience, including seven years at award-winning firms like Centerbrook Architects, the company specializes in residential and light commercial design. Our philosophy centers on designing from the inside out, prioritizing functional interior spaces that reflect clients' lifestyles before addressing exterior aesthetics. We offer comprehensive services from initial consultation through construction administration, emphasizing open communication and collaboration to meet budgetary and design goals. Our expertise spans custom home design, renovations, additions, and commercial projects, with a focus on creating cost-effective, adaptable spaces that enhance daily living.Licensed in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Florida, and serving clients across New England, we combine technical knowledge with personalized service to deliver innovative solutions tailored to individual needs. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our meticulous attention to detail, community involvement, and recognition in publications like the Hartford Business Journal. We maintain active memberships in professional organizations such as the Home Builders & Remodelers Association and the Newington Chamber of Commerce, reinforcing our dedication to industry excellence and local engagement.
Services
Residential Architecture
Interior Design
Custom Homes
Additions & Renovations
Commercial Design
Space Planning
Construction Documents
Contractor Selection
Design Consultation
Permit Assistance
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of architectural experience with licenses in four states
- Our design process prioritizes client needs through continuous collaboration
- We provide cost-effective solutions without compromising design quality
- Our team includes a registered architect with AIA award-winning firm experience
- We maintain active involvement in local building industry organizations
Services
Residential Architecture
Specialized residential design services focusing on custom homes, renovations, and additions. We create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client lifestyles and budgets. Our process includes schematic design, construction documentation, and permit assistance.
Interior Design
Comprehensive interior design solutions emphasizing spatial efficiency and aesthetic harmony. Services include material selection, finish coordination, and layout optimization to enhance daily living functionality while reflecting client preferences.
Commercial Design
Tailored commercial design services for retail spaces, offices, and restaurants. We balance brand identity with practical functionality, creating environments that support business goals while ensuring code compliance and accessibility.
Additions & Renovations
Expert renovation and addition services transforming existing spaces. We specialize in expanding living areas, updating outdated features, and improving functionality while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic continuity.
Design Consultation
Professional design guidance from concept to completion. Services include initial project assessment, budget estimation, contractor recommendations, and ongoing design support throughout the construction process.
People
Jennifer Morgenthau
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with 30 years of experience, Jennifer holds degrees from Auburn University and professional licenses in four states. She founded her practice in 2003 after working at award-winning firms, completing diverse projects across New England while maintaining active industry involvement.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide residential and commercial design services including custom homes, renovations, additions, interior design, construction documents, and contractor selection assistance.
Do you work outside Connecticut?
While based in Newington, CT, we serve clients throughout New England including Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island for residential and commercial projects.
How does your design process work?
Our 12-step process begins with initial consultation and programming, followed by schematic design, development, construction documentation, and optional construction administration with ongoing client collaboration.
Are you licensed and insured?
Jennifer Morgenthau is a licensed architect in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Florida with professional liability insurance covering all projects.
Can you help with permit applications?
Yes, we prepare complete construction documents for permit submission and coordinate with local building departments to ensure code compliance and approval.
What's your payment structure?
Projects are billed hourly with detailed cost estimates provided upfront. We require a retainer to begin work, followed by progress payments aligned with project milestones.
Reviews (3)
Marcelle Mailloux
Nov 23, 2020
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Jennifer was wonderful to work with. When we first started with the idea to build, we didn't have any idea of what we wanted. We knew we wanted a single story home so we purchased a book of different plans and went through them. Once we did that, we met with Jennifer. She was so helpful. We showed her about what we wanted but it didn't have everything we needed. She worked the plans - multiple times - to make it perfect for us. The builder and the town had no issues with the documents that she produced for the plot plan. I can't tell you how many compliments we have received on our home. We even
Marya Mahoney
Oct 17, 2020
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My husband and I met Jenni at the Home Show in Hartford and knew right away that we had met the right person to aid us in the design of our new home. We began with a solid idea of what we were hoping to achieve with the house design and Jenni really helped to hone the details by listening carefully to our comments regarding how we live and our likes and dislikes. The end result was a beautifully designed home that we've had the pleasure of living in for over a year now. Jenni is a joy to work with. She is very professional, while being very personable and easy to work with, and she is a very good
Steven Reilly
May 20, 2020
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Positive:Responsiveness
I worked with Jenny to develop the home I always wanted. Affordable, great ideas, and being able to change on fly made this a wining effort from start to finish. Steve R
I worked with Jenny to develop the home I always wanted. Affordable, great ideas, and being able to change on fly made this a wining effort from start to finish. Steve R
