ABOUT US
ABOUT US
GUIDED BY VISION
DRIVEN BY DETAIL
GUIDED BY VISION
DRIVEN BY DETAIL
GUIDED BY VISION
DRIVEN BY DETAIL
Every residence begins with a different vision, site, and story. Our role is to listen, guide, and shape a vision into a home that is as functional as it is beautiful. Personal, timeless, and entirely your own.
Every residence begins with a different vision, site, and story. Our role is to listen, guide, and shape a vision into a home that is as functional as it is beautiful. Personal, timeless, and entirely your own.
Every residence begins with a different vision, site, and story. Our role is to listen, guide, and shape a vision into a home that is as functional as it is beautiful. Personal, timeless, and entirely your own.
Our experience extends beyond residential construction, drawing from hospitality, retail, commercial development, and international projects where design, service, and execution are held to the highest standards.
This perspective allows us to bring a wider understanding of quality, craftsmanship, and client experience to every residence we create.
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Informed By
A Broader Perspective
Our experience extends beyond residential construction, drawing from hospitality, retail, commercial development, and international projects where design, service, and execution are held to the highest standards.
This perspective allows us to bring a wider understanding of quality, craftsmanship, and client experience to every residence we create.
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Informed By
A Broader Perspective
AN INTERGRATED FOUNDATION
AN INTERGRATED FOUNDATION
executive leadership
executive leadership
CORPORATE LEADERSHIP
Strategic Vision · Executive Oversight · Design Direction · Corporate Governance · Client Relations ·
Long-Term Growth
CORPORATE LEADERSHIP
Strategic Vision · Executive Oversight · Design Direction · Corporate Governance · Client Relations ·
Long-Term Growth
CORPORATE LEADERSHIP
Strategic Vision
· Executive Oversight
· Design Direction
· Corporate Governance
· Client Relations
· Long-Term Growth
LEE MENDEZ
LEE MENDEZ
LEE MENDEZ
FOUNDER & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
FOUNDER & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
FOUNDER & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Lee Mendez is the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and sole owner of Atelier One Homes. He establishes the company’s strategic vision, leads its executive management structure, directs its design philosophy, and maintains final authority over corporate operations, major client relationships, and long-term growth.
His multidisciplinary background includes product design, custom furniture and millwork, branding, industrial design, digital illustration, signage, site planning, facility sketching, and three-dimensional visualization of building facades and interior environments. This range of experience allows him to evaluate projects across design, product development, fabrication, presentation, and client experience.
As Chief Executive Officer, Lee aligns creative ambition with operational discipline. He works with the executive team to ensure major decisions are reviewed for design integrity, constructability, financial accountability, procurement strategy, risk, and long-term client value before commitments are made.
Lee’s leadership model is collaborative rather than isolated. He is supported by senior executives with decades of experience in construction operations, development, international procurement, creative direction, administration, and project management. This structure gives Atelier One the entrepreneurial clarity of founder-led leadership with the depth and accountability of an experienced executive team.
His objective is to build a company whose reputation is defined by the quality of its work, the discipline of its process, and the promises it keeps.
Lee Mendez is the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and sole owner of Atelier One Homes. He establishes the company’s strategic vision, leads its executive management structure, directs its design philosophy, and maintains final authority over corporate operations, major client relationships, and long-term growth.
His multidisciplinary background includes product design, custom furniture and millwork, branding, industrial design, digital illustration, signage, site planning, facility sketching, and three-dimensional visualization of building facades and interior environments. This range of experience allows him to evaluate projects across design, product development, fabrication, presentation, and client experience.
As Chief Executive Officer, Lee aligns creative ambition with operational discipline. He works with the executive team to ensure major decisions are reviewed for design integrity, constructability, financial accountability, procurement strategy, risk, and long-term client value before commitments are made.
Lee’s leadership model is collaborative rather than isolated. He is supported by senior executives with decades of experience in construction operations, development, international procurement, creative direction, administration, and project management. This structure gives Atelier One the entrepreneurial clarity of founder-led leadership with the depth and accountability of an experienced executive team.
His objective is to build a company whose reputation is defined by the quality of its work, the discipline of its process, and the promises it keeps.
Lee Mendez is the Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and sole owner of Atelier One Homes. He establishes the company’s strategic vision, leads its executive management structure, directs its design philosophy, and maintains final authority over corporate operations, major client relationships, and long-term growth.
His multidisciplinary background includes product design, custom furniture and millwork, branding, industrial design, digital illustration, signage, site planning, facility sketching, and three-dimensional visualization of building facades and interior environments. This range of experience allows him to evaluate projects across design, product development, fabrication, presentation, and client experience.
As Chief Executive Officer, Lee aligns creative ambition with operational discipline. He works with the executive team to ensure major decisions are reviewed for design integrity, constructability, financial accountability, procurement strategy, risk, and long-term client value before commitments are made.
Lee’s leadership model is collaborative rather than isolated. He is supported by senior executives with decades of experience in construction operations, development, international procurement, creative direction, administration, and project management. This structure gives Atelier One the entrepreneurial clarity of founder-led leadership with the depth and accountability of an experienced executive team.
His objective is to build a company whose reputation is defined by the quality of its work, the discipline of its process, and the promises it keeps.
OPERATING LEADERSHIP
Construction Operations · Project Delivery · Budget & Schedule
· Manufacturing Coordination
· International Procurement
· Quality & Risk Control
OPERATING LEADERSHIP
Construction Operations · Project Delivery · Budget & Schedule
· Manufacturing Coordination
· International Procurement
· Quality & Risk Control
OPERATING LEADERSHIP
Construction Operations · Project Delivery · Budget & Schedule
· Manufacturing Coordination
· International Procurement
· Quality & Risk Control
MICHAEL LESTER
MICHAEL LESTER
MICHAEL LESTER
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Michael Lester serves as Chief Operating Officer of Atelier One Homes and is responsible for the operating systems that convert design intent into disciplined project delivery. He oversees construction operations, executive project management, budgeting, scheduling, procurement coordination, manufacturing integration, quality control, and risk management.
His career spans more than four decades in residential, commercial, industrial, and international development. His experience includes architectural and engineering coordination, construction management, project execution, supply-chain strategy, and the delivery of complex projects across the United States and international markets.
Michael has practical experience developing and coordinating manufacturing operations for building systems and architectural products, including wall panels, wood trusses, windows and doors, cabinetry, furniture, glass, and related components. This background allows him to evaluate how design decisions affect fabrication, logistics, installation, cost, and long-term performance.
At Atelier One Homes, Michael works across the executive team, consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, and field personnel to establish clear scopes, resolve technical conflicts, protect budgets, manage critical-path procurement, and maintain accountability from preconstruction through closeout.
His operating philosophy is straightforward: complexity should be resolved early, decisions should be documented clearly, and every commitment should be supported by a practical plan for execution.
Michael Lester serves as Chief Operating Officer of Atelier One Homes and is responsible for the operating systems that convert design intent into disciplined project delivery. He oversees construction operations, executive project management, budgeting, scheduling, procurement coordination, manufacturing integration, quality control, and risk management.
His career spans more than four decades in residential, commercial, industrial, and international development. His experience includes architectural and engineering coordination, construction management, project execution, supply-chain strategy, and the delivery of complex projects across the United States and international markets.
Michael has practical experience developing and coordinating manufacturing operations for building systems and architectural products, including wall panels, wood trusses, windows and doors, cabinetry, furniture, glass, and related components. This background allows him to evaluate how design decisions affect fabrication, logistics, installation, cost, and long-term performance.
At Atelier One Homes, Michael works across the executive team, consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, and field personnel to establish clear scopes, resolve technical conflicts, protect budgets, manage critical-path procurement, and maintain accountability from preconstruction through closeout.
His operating philosophy is straightforward: complexity should be resolved early, decisions should be documented clearly, and every commitment should be supported by a practical plan for execution.
Michael Lester serves as Chief Operating Officer of Atelier One Homes and is responsible for the operating systems that convert design intent into disciplined project delivery. He oversees construction operations, executive project management, budgeting, scheduling, procurement coordination, manufacturing integration, quality control, and risk management.
His career spans more than four decades in residential, commercial, industrial, and international development. His experience includes architectural and engineering coordination, construction management, project execution, supply-chain strategy, and the delivery of complex projects across the United States and international markets.
Michael has practical experience developing and coordinating manufacturing operations for building systems and architectural products, including wall panels, wood trusses, windows and doors, cabinetry, furniture, glass, and related components. This background allows him to evaluate how design decisions affect fabrication, logistics, installation, cost, and long-term performance.
At Atelier One Homes, Michael works across the executive team, consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, and field personnel to establish clear scopes, resolve technical conflicts, protect budgets, manage critical-path procurement, and maintain accountability from preconstruction through closeout.
His operating philosophy is straightforward: complexity should be resolved early, decisions should be documented clearly, and every commitment should be supported by a practical plan for execution.
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Business Strategy · Project Development · Client Relationships · International Opportunities · Growth Planning · Executive Coordination
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Business Strategy · Project Development · Client Relationships · International Opportunities · Growth Planning · Executive Coordination
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
Business Strategy · Project Development · Client Relationships · International Opportunities · Growth Planning · Executive Coordination
MYKE (GEORGE) ZURENDA
MYKE (GEORGE) ZURENDA
MYKE (GEORGE) ZURENDA
CHIEF STRATEGY & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
CHIEF STRATEGY & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
CHIEF STRATEGY & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Myke (George) Zurenda serves as Chief Strategy & Development Officer of Atelier One Homes and supports the firm’s long-range strategy, project development, client relationships, and international opportunities. He works across the executive team to align business objectives with the practical requirements of project delivery.
His experience spans nearly two decades in development, construction-related ventures, business strategy, and international project coordination. He brings a practical understanding of how opportunities must be evaluated from financial, operational, contractual, and market perspectives before commitments are made.
Atelier One Homes relies on Myke to help evaluate prospective projects, shape development strategies, coordinate key relationships, and support negotiations with clients, consultants, financial partners, manufacturers, and other stakeholders.
His work is particularly important on projects involving multiple jurisdictions, international participants, complex procurement, and long-term development planning. He helps align strategic objectives with the operational and financial disciplines required for successful execution.
His leadership philosophy is grounded in direct communication, disciplined decision-making, strong relationships, and a clear understanding that growth must be supported by accountable systems and realistic execution.
Myke (George) Zurenda serves as Chief Strategy & Development Officer of Atelier One Homes and supports the firm’s long-range strategy, project development, client relationships, and international opportunities. He works across the executive team to align business objectives with the practical requirements of project delivery.
His experience spans nearly two decades in development, construction-related ventures, business strategy, and international project coordination. He brings a practical understanding of how opportunities must be evaluated from financial, operational, contractual, and market perspectives before commitments are made.
Atelier One Homes relies on Myke to help evaluate prospective projects, shape development strategies, coordinate key relationships, and support negotiations with clients, consultants, financial partners, manufacturers, and other stakeholders.
His work is particularly important on projects involving multiple jurisdictions, international participants, complex procurement, and long-term development planning. He helps align strategic objectives with the operational and financial disciplines required for successful execution.
His leadership philosophy is grounded in direct communication, disciplined decision-making, strong relationships, and a clear understanding that growth must be supported by accountable systems and realistic execution.
Myke (George) Zurenda serves as Chief Strategy & Development Officer of Atelier One Homes and supports the firm’s long-range strategy, project development, client relationships, and international opportunities. He works across the executive team to align business objectives with the practical requirements of project delivery.
His experience spans nearly two decades in development, construction-related ventures, business strategy, and international project coordination. He brings a practical understanding of how opportunities must be evaluated from financial, operational, contractual, and market perspectives before commitments are made.
Atelier One Homes relies on Myke to help evaluate prospective projects, shape development strategies, coordinate key relationships, and support negotiations with clients, consultants, financial partners, manufacturers, and other stakeholders.
His work is particularly important on projects involving multiple jurisdictions, international participants, complex procurement, and long-term development planning. He helps align strategic objectives with the operational and financial disciplines required for successful execution.
His leadership philosophy is grounded in direct communication, disciplined decision-making, strong relationships, and a clear understanding that growth must be supported by accountable systems and realistic execution.
CREATIVE LEADERSHIP
Creative Direction · Design Development · Architectural Presentation · Visualization · Brand Development · Client Communication
CREATIVE LEADERSHIP
Creative Direction · Design Development · Architectural Presentation · Visualization · Brand Development · Client Communication
CREATIVE LEADERSHIP
Creative Direction · Design Development · Architectural Presentation · Visualization · Brand Development · Client Communication
MICHAEL SHUMARD
MICHAEL SHUMARD
MICHAEL SHUMARD
CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER
CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER
CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER
Michael Shumard serves as Chief Creative Officer of Atelier One Homes and provides creative leadership across design development, architectural presentation, visualization, branding, and client communication. He helps ensure that the company’s ideas are communicated with clarity, consistency, and purpose from early concept through final presentation.
His experience spans more than four decades in construction, project management, architectural design, and creative direction. His work includes luxury residential projects in the United States and commercial and development assignments involving China, the Middle East, and other international markets.
Michael brings a practical understanding of how creative decisions must connect with constructability, documentation, material selection, fabrication, and project delivery. This perspective allows him to translate complex design concepts into presentations and visual systems that support informed decisions by clients, consultants, manufacturers, and field teams.
At Atelier One Homes, he works across the executive team to maintain consistency between the firm’s architectural vision, brand standards, client communications, and project documentation. His role helps ensure that creative direction remains aligned with operational discipline and the standards established for each project.
His creative philosophy is grounded in restraint, clarity, thoughtful detailing, and the belief that the quality of the work should speak more convincingly than unnecessary promotion.
Michael Shumard serves as Chief Creative Officer of Atelier One Homes and provides creative leadership across design development, architectural presentation, visualization, branding, and client communication. He helps ensure that the company’s ideas are communicated with clarity, consistency, and purpose from early concept through final presentation.
His experience spans more than four decades in construction, project management, architectural design, and creative direction. His work includes luxury residential projects in the United States and commercial and development assignments involving China, the Middle East, and other international markets.
Michael brings a practical understanding of how creative decisions must connect with constructability, documentation, material selection, fabrication, and project delivery. This perspective allows him to translate complex design concepts into presentations and visual systems that support informed decisions by clients, consultants, manufacturers, and field teams.
At Atelier One Homes, he works across the executive team to maintain consistency between the firm’s architectural vision, brand standards, client communications, and project documentation. His role helps ensure that creative direction remains aligned with operational discipline and the standards established for each project.
His creative philosophy is grounded in restraint, clarity, thoughtful detailing, and the belief that the quality of the work should speak more convincingly than unnecessary promotion.
Michael Shumard serves as Chief Creative Officer of Atelier One Homes and provides creative leadership across design development, architectural presentation, visualization, branding, and client communication. He helps ensure that the company’s ideas are communicated with clarity, consistency, and purpose from early concept through final presentation.
His experience spans more than four decades in construction, project management, architectural design, and creative direction. His work includes luxury residential projects in the United States and commercial and development assignments involving China, the Middle East, and other international markets.
Michael brings a practical understanding of how creative decisions must connect with constructability, documentation, material selection, fabrication, and project delivery. This perspective allows him to translate complex design concepts into presentations and visual systems that support informed decisions by clients, consultants, manufacturers, and field teams.
At Atelier One Homes, he works across the executive team to maintain consistency between the firm’s architectural vision, brand standards, client communications, and project documentation. His role helps ensure that creative direction remains aligned with operational discipline and the standards established for each project.
His creative philosophy is grounded in restraint, clarity, thoughtful detailing, and the belief that the quality of the work should speak more convincingly than unnecessary promotion.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP
Corporate Administration · Executive Coordination · Document Control · Contracts Support · Records & Scheduling · Project Communication
ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP
Corporate Administration · Executive Coordination · Document Control · Contracts Support · Records & Scheduling · Project Communication
ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP
Corporate Administration
· Executive Coordination
· Document Control
· Contracts Support
· Records & Scheduling
· Project Communication
DELMA LESTER
DELMA LESTER
DELMA LESTER
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Delma Lester serves as Chief Administrative Officer of Atelier One Homes and is responsible for the administrative systems that support executive operations, project documentation, communication, records, scheduling, and organizational coordination.
Her role is centered on maintaining accurate and timely information flow among the executive team, clients, consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, financial partners, and project personnel. She helps ensure that important decisions, commitments, approvals, and follow-up actions are documented and communicated clearly.
Delma supports the organization of contracts, procurement records, correspondence, meeting documentation, schedules, submittals, approvals, and other administrative controls that create a reliable record throughout the life of a project.
At Atelier One Homes, she works closely with the Chief Operating Officer and the broader executive team to maintain continuity between corporate administration and project delivery. Her coordination helps keep responsibilities visible, records current, and required actions moving forward.
Her administrative philosophy is based on accuracy, discretion, consistency, and the understanding that disciplined documentation is an essential part of accountable project execution.
Delma Lester serves as Chief Administrative Officer of Atelier One Homes and is responsible for the administrative systems that support executive operations, project documentation, communication, records, scheduling, and organizational coordination.
Her role is centered on maintaining accurate and timely information flow among the executive team, clients, consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, financial partners, and project personnel. She helps ensure that important decisions, commitments, approvals, and follow-up actions are documented and communicated clearly.
Delma supports the organization of contracts, procurement records, correspondence, meeting documentation, schedules, submittals, approvals, and other administrative controls that create a reliable record throughout the life of a project.
At Atelier One Homes, she works closely with the Chief Operating Officer and the broader executive team to maintain continuity between corporate administration and project delivery. Her coordination helps keep responsibilities visible, records current, and required actions moving forward.
Her administrative philosophy is based on accuracy, discretion, consistency, and the understanding that disciplined documentation is an essential part of accountable project execution.
Delma Lester serves as Chief Administrative Officer of Atelier One Homes and is responsible for the administrative systems that support executive operations, project documentation, communication, records, scheduling, and organizational coordination.
Her role is centered on maintaining accurate and timely information flow among the executive team, clients, consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, financial partners, and project personnel. She helps ensure that important decisions, commitments, approvals, and follow-up actions are documented and communicated clearly.
Delma supports the organization of contracts, procurement records, correspondence, meeting documentation, schedules, submittals, approvals, and other administrative controls that create a reliable record throughout the life of a project.
At Atelier One Homes, she works closely with the Chief Operating Officer and the broader executive team to maintain continuity between corporate administration and project delivery. Her coordination helps keep responsibilities visible, records current, and required actions moving forward.
Her administrative philosophy is based on accuracy, discretion, consistency, and the understanding that disciplined documentation is an essential part of accountable project execution.
Lasting relationship
Lasting relationship
LASTING
RELATIONSHIP
Every project receives direct involvement from our team to ensure your home performs beautifully.
Every project receives direct involvement from our team to ensure your home performs beautifully.
Every project receives direct involvement from our team to ensure your home performs beautifully.
meticulous
Execution
meticulous
Execution
METICULOUS
EXECUTION
We coordinate and manage from concept through installation, ensuring every detail is built with precision and care.
We coordinate and manage from concept through installation, ensuring every detail is built with precision and care.
We coordinate and manage from concept through installation, ensuring every detail is built with precision and care.
global
procurement
global
procurement
GLOBAL
PROCUREMENT
We have direct oversight of materials, furnishings, fixtures, and specialty selections from our trusted sources around the world.
We have direct oversight of materials, furnishings, fixtures, and specialty selections from our trusted sources around the world.
We have direct oversight of materials, furnishings, fixtures, and specialty selections from our trusted sources around the world.
design vision
design vision
DESIGN VISION
Every project begins with a cohesive architectural vision where material, proportions, and light work together.
Every project begins with a cohesive architectural vision where material, proportions, and light work together.
THE ATELIER STANDARDS
THE ATELIER STANDARDS
THE ATELIER STANDARDS
a home is more than what is built.
a home is more than what is built.
it is how it feels to live there.
it is how it feels to live there.
a home is more than what is built.
it is how it feels to live there.