Jonathan always begins by listening to the needs and desires of the client. His talent, expertise and joy are found in capturing those aspirations in artful, sensible, and timeless designs. For over 20 years, clients have relied on Jonathan to care for them and lead them through the process of transforming dreams into beautiful homes and special places.

Jonathan’s career as an Architect includes a wide range of projects from historic renovations and religious facilities to retail construction and professional offices. He founded Jonathan Miller Architecture in 2002 to create a client-centered firm specializing in residential construction.

Jonathan is a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Architecture and Design. His professional certifications, licenses and distinctions include the American Institute of Architects (AIA), National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and Institute of Architecture and Classical America, from which he is a 2007 graduate of the Professional Development Program in New York, NY.

Jonathan’s Design Philosophy

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Accolades

• Architect for the 2019 Knox Heritage Preservation Award winner Glen Craig home
• 2015 through 2023 City View Magazine’s Best of Knoxville, Residential Architect
• 2015 Southern Living Home Plans - Cypress Lake
• Symphony Show Homes: 2008, 2011, 2013
• HBAGK Parade of Homes: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2018
• Institute of Classical Architecture and Classical America, 2007 Graduate of the Professional Development Program in New York, NY
• New Old House Magazine
• 2006 National Winner - Traditional Building Design Challenge
• 1994 Presidential Award for Environmental Leadership
• Winner of the Pella Traveling Scholarship, 1988

Mike helps our clients create their dream home by helping lead our team through thoughtful and appropriate design solutions. He has the great ability to see both the big picture and the tiniest detail in plans that capture our clients’ vision for how they will enjoy their lives and spend time with loved ones.

Mike’s collaborative and inclusive approach, honed over his 30+ years as an Architect, can make the journey of design and construction nearly as enjoyable for our clients as the final life-changing destination. His architectural career includes numerous new construction and renovation projects for both public and private clients across Tennessee and the Southeast.

At Miller Architecture, Mike also plays the invaluable role of mentoring the next generation of architects and business owners. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Architecture and Design and holds a degree from West Virginia Tech where he studied engineering and design.

Accolades

• 2015-2021 Knox Heritage Board, Historic Properties Chair
• AIA, American Institute of Architects, East Tennessee Chapter, Board member 3-year term, treasurer
• 2006-2022 Sandstone Court HOA, treasurer
• 2021 Phoenix HOA, president

From first meeting to finished dream home, Briana’s passion is building a relationship with each client as she leads them through the design and construction process. Her design approach blends principles from historic architecture with the practicality of contemporary space planning to create beautiful, livable homes. Homeowners thrill to see ideas come to life through Briana’s expert skills in hand-sketching and computer modeling.

Briana’s professional career includes neighborhood development, master planning and residential design. Her work with a wide variety of developers and builders has earned her a reputation as an active communicator, organized administrator, and a stickler for deadlines. She is a graduate of Andrews University with a B.S. in Architecture and a Master of Architecture. Brianna is an active member of the American Institute of Architects.

Brian sees architecture as a learning and teaching process where the latest design innovations can be blended with timeless traditional architecture to create homes that last a lifetime and beyond. With experience in both architecture and construction, he brings a deep awareness to any project. Our clients and team members rely on his attention to detail and exceptional communication skills.

Brian’s architectural career includes work on a wide variety of home styles from modern to traditional, developing detailed design presentation plans, interior and exterior renderings, perspectives, and models. He also worked as an apprentice in all facets of high-end kitchen remodeling from demo to cabinet and finish trim installation. Brian graduated from the University of Illinois with a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies.

Because she believes architecture and interiors go hand in hand, JoHanna works on projects from the outside in to bring cohesion to the whole home. She loves building personable relationships with homeowners and bringing enthusiasm and fresh ideas to the process of designing their dream home.

Before coming to Miller, JoHanna managed the interior design department of a regional architectural firm working on both residential and commercial projects. The experience brought her insight into construction administration and reinforced the value of client relationships. JoHanna graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Architecture and Design with a Bachelor of Architecture degree and a minor in Interior Architecture.

Since she was a little girl building with her purple, pink, and white Legos, Kim has loved creating dream homes. She carries that positivity plus an appreciation for classic architecture into her residential design work, creatively solving problems that transform initial concepts into beautiful but livable finished spaces.

Kim’s architectural career includes residential design work at multiple firms locally and in the northeast. She is a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Architecture and Design with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. Kim received the National Certificate of Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ) in 2022 and is pursuing her architecture licensure.

James and Jonathan have worked together for more than 20 years. This relationship has led to an easy understanding of the firm’s design style and a fluid incorporation of the many essential details that go into drawings and plans for our clients. James excels at developing designs and finishing out the final details needed to complete a dream home.

James’ architectural career includes a wide array of commercial and residential projects with an emphasis on assembly occupancies and custom homes. James is a graduate of the University of Tennessee’s College of Architecture and Design.

As a woodworker and craftsman, Jay brings a distinctive design aesthetic to his architectural approach. He has a deep awareness of materials and structure. While he loves the blend of artistic and technical skills the job requires, he knows successfully creating a dream home hinges on the relationship and communication between designer and client.

Jay’s architectural career includes work on residential homes, community centers, churches and schools. He credits his work as a furniture designer with growing his sense of how the interrelationship of parts and functions affect the whole. Jay is a graduate of Southern Polytechnic State University with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. He lives in Asheville, NC.