De Jonge Design Studio
Our Mission
We believe architecture should be -
Site Specific,
Every project begins with listening — to the land, the light, the climate, and the context around it. We design in response to what's already there: how daylight moves through the seasons, what the topography offers, which views deserve to be framed, what materials belong. A home should feel rooted — not placed, but belonging.
Intentional,
Restraint isn't the absence of craft — it's where craft lives. Simplicity in experience requires clarity in process: thoughtful planning, clear communication, and deliberate decisions at every stage. We remove what doesn't serve the people inside and refine what does. Our measure of a successful project is straightforward — does it bring people closer to one another, and closer to nature?
Healthy,
We believe the built environment shapes how we live and feel. That means natural light treated as a material, honest construction with nothing hidden behind poor finishes, energy-conscious systems, and a real connection between inside and out. A healthy home supports the people inside it and respects the land it sits on.
Who is Sam,
De Jonge Design Studio was founded by Sam De Jonge with a focus on architecture that is intentional, healthy, and deeply connected to place.
Sam's approach to design is rooted in craftsmanship — not as aesthetic, but as discipline. He grew up around wooden furniture, boat building, and finish carpentry. His father trained at the Landing School in Maine. His grandfather was a dedicated furniture maker. From both, he inherited a respect for material, joinery, and the kind of detail that only comes from slowing down.
That foundation shapes everything. Rather than pursuing a fixed style, Sam designs from principles — clarity of purpose, honest materials, careful proportion, and a genuine response to site and light. The goal is always the same: architecture that supports how people live, connects them to where they are, and is built to last.
Sam holds a Master of Architecture from Lawrence Technological University and is currently completing the architectural licensure process, expected 2026.