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DOUGLAS R. SCHOTLAND ARCHITECT IS A CUSTOM RESIDENTIAL DESIGN FIRM IN PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY. WE ARE DEDICATED TO CREATING HIGH-PERFORMANCE HOMES OF CHARACTER, TIMELESS BEAUTY AND ENDURING VALUE. The firm was founded in 2009 with the conviction that great old houses can be as sustainable, technologically advanced, comfortable, and enjoyable to live in as great new houses. Since then, we have expanded into the design of historically-inspired new homes.
The studio is led by Principal Architect Doug Schotland, who has more than 25 years of experience in architecture, construction, and commercial real estate. A Princeton native and a graduate of The Lawrenceville School, he earned his M.Arch degree at the University of Virginia, where he was a Lambert Woods Scholar. Doug also holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in American History from Emory University and Duke University, and a M.S. in Real Estate Investment from New York University, where he was a Dean’s Scholar.
Before establishing his Princeton practice in 2009, Doug completed his architectural training at some of New York City’s most esteemed design firms, including Platt Byard Dovell & White, Ferguson & Shamamian, and John B. Murray Architect. Doug is a registered architect in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, and he is Certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). He is also a New Jersey licensed contractor, a Certified Passive House Consultant, and a member of The American Institute of Architects, New Jersey Planning Officials, and The New Jersey Society of Architects.
The firm's work is concentrated in Mercer County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, particularly in the towns of Pennington, Hopewell, Princeton, Lambertville, East Amwell, West Amwell, Titusville, Rocky Hill, New Hope, Yardley, Solebury and Newtown.
VERSED IN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN, HISTORY, AND BUILDING SCIENCE, WE EXCEL AT HARMONIZING THE OLD WITH THE NEW. Our award-winning team seamlessly merge building science expertise and extensive knowledge of American architectural styles and details to create beautiful, timeless, high-performance homes that suit modern life. Whether we are renovating or enlarging a vintage home or designing a historically inspired new one, we work with meticulous attention to detail. Moreover, we believe that the finished house should looks as though it’s always been there. Our buildings are designed to withstand the rigors of climate change and enhance our clients' lives for many years to come.
"A wise old owl lived in an oak.
The more he saw the less he spoke.
The less he spoke the more he heard.
Why can't we all be like that bird?"
WE BEGIN BY FORGING A CONNECTION WITH OUR CLIENTS. We believe that you can never underestimate the importance of being a good listener. So we ask lots of questions, because knowing a bit about you helps us help you. For example: What do you need and value in your spaces? What do you like (and dislike) about your current house? Can you describe your routine on a typical day? Tell us about your family and lifestyle...
WE ARE COMMITTED TO STRONG CLIENT ADVOCACY—FROM START TO FINISH. We understand that many of our clients are unfamiliar with—or simply too busy to deal with—the intricacies of the design and construction processes. As experienced architects, we strive to educate our clients, help them to make the best decisions, guide them through the various project phases, visit the project site during the construction phase, and generally look out for their interests. Above all, we do our best to make the entire experience as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.
AT THE END OF THE DAY, WE UNDERSTAND THAT WE ARE DESIGNING YOUR HOME. It should be a place of comfort and beauty that inspires you every day. One that reflects your unique personality, lifestyle, and dreams. One of enduring quality to be enjoyed for generations. A place where memories are made.