Rooted in Tradition, Designed for Today
Crafting Inspired Homes Across the North Shore, Southern NH, Maine & the Seacoast
Architexture Residential Design was founded in 2002 with a clear mission to bring visions to life through creativity, skill, and a deep respect for each home's character and budget. When Joel R.M. Gagnon, principal designer, decided to create Architexture, he took an approach that centers on clever design, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep sensitivity to each client’s unique needs and desires.
His strong foundation in architecture began at The Catholic University of America’s School of Architecture and Planning, where he distinguished himself as a top student, teaching assistant, and lecturer. His skills in design, presentation drawing, construction documentation, and research were recognized early, earning him the prestigious Peterson Prize for his detailed documentation of Philadelphia Row on Capitol Hill. These prize-winning drawings are now preserved in the Historical American Building Survey collection at the National Archive Building.
Returning to New England, Joel specialized in residential design, particularly the preservation and reinterpretation of historic American home styles. His hand-drawn designs—ranging from additions to custom new homes—showcase an affinity for natural materials and period details that honor the past, while meeting modern needs and provide for the future.
Beyond design, Joel’s expertise extends into construction supervision and building code enforcement, having earned an Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License and served as a certified Local Building Inspector in Haverhill, Massachusetts. His professional dedication was further recognized in 2007 when he became a Professional Member of the American Institute of Building Design.
Today, Architexture offers a comprehensive suite of residential design services that include:
- New home design tailored to your lifestyle, budget, and building site
- Thoughtful seemless additions that enhance flow and functionality
- Accessory structures that complement your property
- Curb appeal facelifts to boost your home’s exterior charm and value
- Home portraits using graphite, pen and ink, or acrylic on canvas.
Building on a strong foundation of experience, Architexture today specializes in creating thoughtful new construction and seamless additions that enhance both function and style for modern living.
