AN AWARD WINNING TEAM team that strives to combine the timeless qualities of the past and the progressive ideas of today. A team with decades of experience who has successfully designed hundreds of projects ranging from $800K to over $8M.

dedicated to your vision

A team that believes design which is responsive to their client’s wants and needs is always possible no matter what constraints exist. Vanguard Studio is a small, high-touch boutique architecture firm where John Hathaway has created just such a team of residential designers. We invite you to share your imagination with us.

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Principal Architect | Owner

John Hathaway, RA

Meet John

John Hathaway, RA

“Great design should be for everyone, no matter the budget, style, or constraints. Meaningful architecture starts with addressing the site, program, and people that will inhabit it. The greatest joy is meeting new clients, understanding their dreams, hopes, and needs and finding a solution that meets those goals in an unexpected and creative way.”

John is the Owner | Principal Architect of Vanguard Studio. Since Vanguard’s inception in January 2000, John has led the Vanguard Team through decades of successful projects. In addition to being the firm’s principal designer, he is a mentor to the staff and an outstanding communicator of creative concepts using his keen listening skills to turn ideas and visions into reality. John enjoys traveling, hunting, and talking.

Bachelor of Architecture, Texas Tech University – 1993

Project Architect | Designer

Robert Tobias, RA

Meet Robert

Robert Tobias, RA

“Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.”

Robert is a Staff Architect who joined the Vanguard Team in 2004. He is involved in many aspects of the project from Pre-Design to Final Review and uses his extensive experience to consult with other Team members during the design and production phases of a project. A Registered Architect since 1990, Robert brings a wealth of knowledge to the Team and enjoys talking through various solutions to some of the more challenging aspects of a custom design. Outside of Vanguard, you will find Robert at the latest movie, supporting his favorite teams, and enjoying live music … as much of these that he can get.

Bachelor of Architecture, University of Texas at Austin

Project Manager | Design Associate

Lynn Scott, CPBD

Meet Lynn

Lynn Scott, CPBD

“Your past does not determine who you are. Your past prepares you for who you are to become.”

Lynn is a Design Associate who joined the Vanguard Team in 2001. Lynn manages her projects with ease – from Design Development to Construction Documents – by combining her highly developed sense of processes and procedures with her extensive knowledge of software programs. She is the Team’s “go-to” person for technical problem solving and management. Lynn mentors new team members and interns during their first few weeks at Vanguard and contributes to their success. When not at Vanguard, Lynn enjoys time with her family, BJJ, gardening, and photography.

Bachelor of Science Psychology
Certificate of Engineering Design Graphics
Certified Professional Building Designer

Project Architect | Designer

Steve Courtney, RA

Meet Steve

Steve Courtney, RA

Steve is a Staff Architect who joined the Vanguard Team in 2017. He is experienced in design and project management and is highly regarded for his organizational and thoughtful problem-solving skills. His contributions to the Team include production of architectural drawings and “showcase” renderings in addition to successfully managing complex projects. Steve works closely with clients to help them navigate the various aspects of the custom design process.

Texas Tech University

Project Manager | Design Associate

Jennifer Lo, LEED AP

Meet Jen

Jen Lo, LEED AP

“I am different, not less.” – Temple Grandin

Jen is a Design Associate and first joined the Vanguard Team in 2005. After a break, she rejoined the Team in 2011. Jen is a detail-oriented professional, dedicated to working directly with clients to ensure that their home design achieves the highest level of quality and meets their needs. She is involved in design and project management and is skilled in coordinating all the moving parts of a project to bring it to its successful completion. Jen considers herself an intermediate baker, novice gardener, and a dabbling seamstress.

Bachelor of Design, University of Florida – 2002
Master of Architecture, University of Texas Austin – 2004

Office Manager | Executive Assistant

Beth Falls

Meet Beth

Beth Falls

“Use your voice for kindness, your ears for compassion, your hands for charity, your mind for truth, and your heart for love.” – Unknown

Beth is Vanguard’s Office Manager and joined the Team in 2014. As a certified Paralegal and an experienced corporate professional, Beth uses her fine-tuned skills to orchestrate and manage cross-functional responsibilities. Behind the scenes and as the “wearer of many hats,” her focus is keeping Vanguard organized and moving forward. When not at the office, Beth enjoys DIY projects, retail therapy, and spending quiet time relaxing with her family.

Phillips School of Business – Certified Paralegal

Project Manager | Design Associate

Kemi Polk

Meet Kemi

Kemi Polk

“Hustle [huhs-uh l]. verb: To have the courage, confidence, self-belief, and self-determination to go out there and work it out until you find the opportunities you want in life”. – Unknown

Kemi is a Project Manager and has been a member of the Vanguard Team since 2018. In addition to Project Management, Kemi applies her expertise to conceptual design, hand sketching, 3D visualizations, and renderings. She excels at building professional and supportive relationships with clients and offers innovative solutions to deliver quality results. When not at Vanguard, Kemi spends time drawing, painting, and thinking of new DIY projects.

Masters of Architecture, Woodbury University
University of California Riverside

Our Team

Our Team

dedicated to your vision

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR VISION

Principal Architect | Owner

John Hathaway, RA

Project Architect | Designer

Robert Tobias, RA

Project Manager | Design Associate

Lynn Scott, CPBD

Project Architect | Designer

Steve Courtney, RA

Project Manager | Design Associate

Jennifer Lo, LEED AP

Office Manager | Executive Assistant

Beth Falls

Project Manager | Design Associate

Kemi Polk