What JMKA ARCHITECTS does

JMKA | architects is a privately held boutique residential architecture firm founded in 2009 by Principal Jeff Kaufman and based in Westport, Connecticut, with a secondary office on North Street in Greenwich. The firm employs between one and ten professionals across roles including principal/lead designer, project management, design consulting, and interior design (the latter provided through an associated practice). JMKA delivers custom residential architectural services, including new custom homes, additions and renovations, interior design, and limited-edition custom furniture, drawing design inspiration from historical, regional, and cultural contexts and emphasizing sustainable and green building practices such as energy modeling and reclaimed-material integration.

The firm executes a six-step design process (Master Plan, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding and Negotiating, Construction Administration) and supports client visualization through physical and digital study models. Its revenue model is professional services-based, quote-driven per project, with free initial consultations of up to thirty minutes by phone or video. Go-to-market is direct sales targeting affluent homeowners in lower Fairfield County, Connecticut, with selected projects extending to Colorado and Florida. The firm maintains long-standing mutual partnerships with builders, millwork fabricators, interior designers, landscape architects, and lighting consultants, and has been recognized through Best of Houzz 2017: Service, Connecticut Cottages & Gardens Innovation in Design Awards, the 2015 athome a-list, and inclusion in The Modern Residence book.

Name

JMKA ARCHITECTS

Legal name

JMKA | architects

Website

https://jmkarchitects.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

JMKA | architects is a boutique residential architecture firm in Westport and Greenwich, Connecticut, delivering custom home design, renovations, additions, and interiors for affluent homeowners in Fairfield County and select national markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Architectural Design Services

NAICS

Architectural Services (54131), Interior Design Services (54141)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Design Services (BPAHAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Interior Design Services (BPAHAKAB), Architectural Reconfiguration & Structural Alterations (HSAPAEAB), Industrial/Product & Furniture Design (BPAHAKAM)

Keywords

• Custom residential architecture
• Home renovation design
• Sustainable home design
• Interior design services
• Custom furniture design

Headquarters

HQ city

Westport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Architectural Design Services: Professional architectural design services for custom residential homes including initial consultation, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding support, and construction administration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

JMKA | architects provides custom residential architectural design services for new homes, additions, renovations, and interiors in lower Fairfield County, Connecticut and select national markets. The firm delivers a six-step design process (Master Plan, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding and Negotiating, Construction Administration) with sustainable design strategies, reclaimed materials integration, custom furniture design, and hands-on project management through construction.

Product overview

JMKA | architects is an award-winning architectural design firm serving lower Fairfield County, Connecticut, offering a comprehensive suite of architectural services. The firm operates as a single unified offering focused on custom home architecture, supported by specialized services including residential architecture, renovations and additions, commercial/institutional architecture, interior design, and custom furniture design. The core product is the collaborative architectural design process delivered through a six-step methodology (Master Plan, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding and Negotiating, and Construction Administration). Additional offerings include custom furniture (with limited editions available for purchase), study models for visualization, and project planning consultation services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Home Architecture Award-winning custom residential architectural design for new homes that integrates the client's vision and budget, drawing inspiration from historical, regional, and cultural contexts. Targeted at affluent homeowners in lower Fairfield County, Connecticut and select national markets.
• Renovations and Additions Architectural renovation and addition services that address challenging existing conditions and new programmatic requirements, transforming existing structures through creative problem-solving for homeowners in Connecticut and beyond.
• Commercial/Institutional Architecture Institutional and commercial architectural design for retail spaces, office buildings, mixed-use projects, age-restricted communities, and educational facilities, leveraging Principal Jeff Kaufman's prior commercial experience.
• Interior Design Services Interior design consultation integrated with architectural projects, including custom designed furniture, hardware, and lighting, custom built-ins, cabinetry, and material selection for residential clients.
• Custom Furniture - Limited Editions Limited-edition custom-designed furniture pieces built by fine furniture craftsmen from the highest quality materials, available for purchase as standalone pieces.
• Project Planning and Consultation End-to-end architectural project planning and consultation delivered through a six-step process covering Master Plan, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding and Negotiating, and Construction Administration, with a free initial consultation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Custom homes designed throughout the country including Connecticut, Colorado, and Florida

Named customers6 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• New Perspective CabinetryminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 October 2015Co-sponsor of JMKA|architects Lecture Series 2015.
• Tallman Segerson BuildersminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 October 2015Co-sponsor of JMKA|architects Lecture Series 2015.
• Interior DesignerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnerships with interior designers as part of project team to ensure cohesive design across all aspects of the home including furnishings and finishes.
• Millwork FabricatorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing relationships with custom millwork shops for specialized cabinetry and woodwork including furniture-grade specifications.
• Landscape ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with landscape architects to create comprehensive site and garden designs that complement architectural designs.
• Lighting ConsultantsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with lighting consultants for optimal interior and exterior lighting design solutions.
• Contractors/BuilderscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEstablished relationships with the finest builders in the industry who execute the construction based on JMKA's designs with high quality craftsmanship.
• Westport Historical SocietyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of JMKA|architects Lecture Series at Westport Historical Society, including events on architectural topics and historic preservation.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Wadia Associates: Connecticut-based architecture and design firm specializing in luxury custom residential projects, often incorporating sustainable and traditional design influences. Direct competitor in the Fairfield County HNW segment.
• Douglas VanderHorn Architects: Connecticut boutique architect known for luxury custom homes emphasizing craftsmanship, traditional detailing, and site integration. Closely aligned with JMKA in scale, geography, and design philosophy.
• Peter Pennoyer Architects: NYC-based boutique firm specializing in classical and traditional luxury residential architecture, with adjacent custom interior detailing. Closely comparable to JMKA in boutique scale, HNW clientele, and integrated architecture-plus-interior design approach.
• Shope Reno Wharton: Connecticut-based boutique firm designing luxury custom homes in traditional styles with strong regional presence. Comparable in scale, regional focus, and high-end residential design specialization.
• Crisp Architects: Connecticut residential architecture firm designing custom homes, renovations, and additions for affluent clients with a focus on traditional and transitional styles. Direct regional peer serving a similar client base.
• Austin Patterson Disston Architects: Fairfield County, CT residential architecture firm with long history of luxury custom homes, renovations, and additions. Highly comparable geography, market positioning, and service mix to JMKA.

Broad incumbents

• Robert A.M. Stern Architects: Large New York architecture firm with a renowned residential practice designing luxury homes in traditional and contextual styles. Operates broadly across multiple building types and geographies, making it a broader incumbent peer rather than a direct boutique competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/JMKA-architects-187156044658260
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jmka-architects

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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