Fentress Architecture Workshop

We have worked with James on several projects over the years. He is a go-to referral when new clients are looking for a design. His attention to detail and eye for design never disappoints. We owe many happy customers to James's skill and experience.

James Fentress is very talented, accessible and easy to work with. We are currently working on our second construction project together which is located in the 12th South historic district of Nashville. He communicates well with the historic commission and we were able to sail through with acceptance of the plan. I would recommend James to anyone and I plan to work with him in the future.

Working with James Fentress was a great experience. He clearly listens very carefully and intently to his clients. He was able to realize exactly what we wanted and needed in our home. I recommend him highly.

James is knowledgeable, professional, and working with him was a very pleasant experience. He listened to my ideas. Identified any areas that were a problem and offered various alternatives. Once all ideas were discussed and reviewed the drawings which he presented needed only a few small changes to become the final blue prints. I am extremely happy with my remodeled home.

James did a great job for us when we converted a warehouse into an event center. There were many issues to sort out with codes, ADA, and the sprinkler system. James was diligent, got to work quickly on our project and went to bat for us too at codes when needed. He has a lot of experience and I highly recommend!

We were told the renovation desired would require an impossible retaining wall. James didn't see it that way and came up with a design that was more than we'd dreamed Once designed, he also followed through by watching over the builder, insuring the house was built as if it had been his own. We would gladly work with him again but are fully enjoying what we have and where we are now that we've not reason to add more or move.

My husband and I were looking at adding a screened porch onto the back of our house. Our brother-in-law, who is a contractor, recommended James Fentress. James came and measured the space, drew up plans for the porch quickly, and included functional ideas that we had never thought about. He was very easy to work with and reasonably priced. I'd highly recommend him for any project.

I have chosen to work with Fentress Architecture Workshop on a number of occasions, both as a homeowner and contractor. James brings to the table a great deal of experience in both residential and commercial arenas, although my experience has been limited to residential applications. While he is fully capable of creating an independent design vision for a project, he, more importantly, has the ability to LISTEN closely to the desires of the client and allow their own vision to help drive the process. Some architects want to tell you what you want. James wants the final product to reflect your unique personality. Great architect and person.