Principal Architect + Co-Owner

As the daughter of a carpenter and an artist, creating beautiful homes is an innate calling for Lauren. She grew up helping her parents do hands-on remodeling work in their family homes as a child, which solidified her desire to become an architect. After college and a year working in Boston, Lauren drove across the country to join the LA architecture scene in 2002. This early start has given her more than 20 years of hands-on experience designing luxurious residences in the greater LA area. Lauren earned her Bachelor of Architecture at Cornell University, becoming a licensed architect at the mere age of twenty-six. She knew that she wanted her own firm, a place where she could pursue meaningful projects and provide a dedicated, personalized design experience that’s not achievable in a large corporate office. This led her to found Letter Four with Jeremy, where she leads our architectural design team. Lauren strives for close collaboration with clients who want to push the boundaries of design, helping them explore new possibilities and find imaginative yet practical solutions for homes that are truly unique. With her at the helm, there’s nothing out of reach for our creative, big-dreaming clients.

Principal General Contractor + Co-Owner

Jeremy is an expert builder who has spent his entire life immersed in the art of constructing homes. He learned the ropes at an early age alongside his grandfather, a master carpenter. This life-changing mentorship instilled in Jeremy the value of craftsmanship. His grandfather taught him to never compromise on the quality of his work, and to embrace design as a key tool. These lessons were carried with Jeremy as he set out to grow his own career, with the goal of delivering clients a superior home building experience. This mission ultimately drove him to partner with Lauren, founding LETTER FOUR to build immaculate homes across Los Angeles. He has spent these 20+ years growing his mastery of construction and project management, even learning the principles of design to help him deliver breathtaking builds. Jeremy now leads the General Contracting team, where he helps clients plan their way toward beautiful homes that enhance their lifestyles. His talent shines brightest when collaborating with team-oriented clients who want to build something special, with an appreciation for a personal touch and artisan skill.

Architectural Project Manager

Nicole is the all-star who keeps the architectural aspects of our projects masterfully coordinated. She is a key figure in maintaining constant communication with our clients and dispatches weekly updates. On any given day, you can find her collaborating with consultants, developing drawing sets, or submitting and reviewing drawings with city officials for building permits. She takes the reins of management to ensure that the design stage progresses smoothly and projects are ready to begin construction. Nicole began building her expertise at the prestigious Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, where she earned her Bachelor of Architecture. As a student, she lent her skills to boutique architecture firms and custom steel fabricators, giving her unique insights into the nuts and bolts of the built environment. Her mind for both the practicalities and artistry of architecture helps her see the big picture when strategizing project advancement. Nicole is a recently licensed architect and member of the AIA.

Architectural Project Manager

Jessica is a do-it-all powerhouse. She helps us manage all of the technical aspects of our projects, from guiding due diligence research and managing our firm's softwares, to keeping our clients informed, coordinating permit approvals, and much more. Jessica employs her Revit skills to build well-detailed 3D models of our clients’ homes, and stays on top of all changes to building, zoning, and other codes that affect project requirements. With her on the job, our clients get peace of mind knowing that every detail of their design will be accounted for. Jessica’s dedication comes from a life which was destined for this business. She received the “Most Likely To Become An Architect” award as a 6th-grader, and later went on to study architecture at the University of Southern California. Jessica stayed on with the USC Architectural Guild, serving several years as Chair of the Emerging Professionals Committee. This role helped her broaden her knowledge of industry developments, giving her an insider’s understanding of how architecture is evolving. She’s highly involved in the construction administration phase of our projects, making sure that questions from the field are answered with a design eye and every construction detail is communicated to the construction team successfully.

Construction Project Manager

We count on Emmet to steer our projects through the construction phase with smart planning and innovative solutions. He brings an invaluable perspective to the role of Construction Project Manager thanks to a long and distinguished background in architecture. After obtaining a Bachelor in Fine Arts, Sculpture, from the University of Washington, this Seattle native later earned his Masters in Architecture from UCLA and became a CA licensed general contractor (B). This has made him uniquely qualified to steward the projects here at our Design-Build firm, where both architecture and construction are closely integrated. Emmet excels at communicating with both tradespeople and clients, optimizing our workflow and ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and needs are met.

Construction Project Manager

Hailing from Mississippi, Alex studied at The University of Mississippi before making his way to NYC and then Memphis, TN. He's got a real zest for outdoor adventures like floating rivers, mountain biking, and hitting the golf course. Alex and his wife have always had a soft spot for Los Angeles and are eagerly looking forward to diving into the city's vibrant culture—especially the food scene.

Senior Job Captain

Born in Boise, Idaho, Tessa grew up loving all things outside. Her fascination with natural places and love of drawing and creative thinking led her to architecture school in Bozeman, Montana. Tessa is passionate about designing spaces that are beautiful, functional, and energy efficient. A Certified Passive House Designer, she helps to ensure our designs prioritize both the occupant and the environment. When not drafting up plans or reviewing details on site, Tessa is camping, running LA's trails, or experimenting in the kitchen.