Design Philosophy

Inspiration.

Using our own expertise, we transform ideas into design. Our designs incorporate environment, budget, time and client needs.

Collaboration.

We work in partnership with our clients, listening to their thoughts and needs. Our dedication to drafting detailed drawings helps clients realize design goals while helping to reduce costly construction errors.

Realization.

From idea to execution, we never lose sight of a client's vision. Because we consider context, the final result is a design in harmony with its environment and its inhabitants.

Firm History

Miranda Architects, formerly Beer, Stauffer & Associates, was established in 1981 by architect David W. Beer. Michael Stauffer joined the firm in 1988 and became managing partner in 1993. José L. Miranda, Jr. succeeded him in 2001 after a decade with the firm.

Based on Amelia Island, Miranda Architects has more than 20 years experience designing homes in Duval and Nassau counties. In that time, we've built a diverse portfolio of projects that vary in style and scope to fit the needs of each client.

Staff

José L. Miranda, Jr.

AIA, Principal

• Registered Architect in Florida (1993)
• Joined David W. Beer & Associates (1991)
• Historic Preservationist and Historic Site Specialist, Historic Tampa/Hillsborough County Preservation Board (1988-1990)
• Master of Architecture (Historic Preservation Option), University of Florida (1988)
• Intern, Colonial Williamsburg (1987)
• Bachelor of Design in Architecture, University of Florida (1986)

Lori Smith Miranda

AIA, Architect

• Registered Architect in Florida (1993)
• Joined David W. Beer & Associates (1992)
• Master of Architecture (Historic Preservation Option), University of Florida (1988)
• Teaching Assistant, Preservation Institute: Nantucket (1988), Student (1983)
• Intern, Historic Charleston Foundation (1987)
• Bachelor of Architecture, Louisiana State University (1986)

James M. Pozzetta

Associate AIA, Intern Architect

• Eligible for Florida Architectural Registration Exam
• Joined Beer, Stauffer & Associates, Architects (1996)
• Master of Architecture, University of Florida (1995)
• Lecturer, Origin of Venice and Venetian Architecture, Florida and Georgia AIA Chapters (1995)
• Student, Vicenza Institute of Architecture: Vicenza, Italy (1991, 1994, 1995)
• Bachelor of Design in Architecture, University of Florida (1991)
• Fluent in Italian

E. Gail Ramirez

Administrative Assistant

• Joined Miranda Architects (2006)
• Celebration Baptist Church, Yulee, FL (2004-2006)
• Fernandina Beach High School, Fernandina Beach, FL (1998-2004)
• Fred Moore Alternative School, Denton, TX (1991-1997)
• Payless Cashways Lumber, Inc., Lake Dallas, TX (1985-1991)
• Bachelor of Science, University of North Texas (1976)