DTJ DESIGN, Inc.
Lee Payne is a seasoned architect and planner with extensive experience in the field of architecture. Currently serving as Partner and Director of Architecture at DTJ DESIGN, Inc. since February 2014, Lee has held various roles within the company, including Associate Principal and Senior Architect & Planner. Prior to this, Lee owned idea studio, LLC, an architecture and planning firm, from November 2008 to October 2021. Lee also contributed as a Senior Architect at DTJ DESIGN, Inc. from September 2000 to November 2008 and gained foundational experience as an Intern Architect at JH Partners, Inc. and as an Architectural Intern at 2WR/HolmesWilkins Architects. Lee holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree, Cum Laude, from Auburn University, completed in 1996.
DTJ DESIGN, Inc.
At DTJ, we’re all about the big idea – no matter where it comes from. We view all our clients as creative collaborators. It’s how we’ve been able to create remarkable spaces and destinations around the globe from residential and resort environments to themed attractions and public places. We provide architecture, planning and landscape architecture services using an integrated design approach. This means you’ll find us to be both artistic designers and trusted advisors. Our creative solutions engage the contextual and environmental sensitivities of a site, while the thoughtful integration of architecture enhances the experience of a place. Unlike other large design firms, we specialize in a hands-on, customized approach that pushes the boundaries of conventional design, while bringing the best version of our client’s vision to life. Together, we craft spaces and destinations that resonate with the marketplace, excite the imagination and stir the soul.