About OL+

BEAUTIFUL PLACES

Enrich our lives

Beautiful places tell their own story, a narrative guided by a site, a client preference, and the designer’s talent; all grounded in a spirit of collaboration. OLSON LEWIS+ Architects, an architecture, planning & interiors firm, is based in Manchester-by-the-sea MA.

Services

At OLSON LEWIS + Architects, we believe every meaningful project begins with listening. Our work integrates architecture, planning, and interior design into a cohesive process shaped by collaboration, clarity, and thoughtful execution. Whether designing a new residence, shaping a campus vision, evaluating a property, or crafting interior environments, we guide each project with care, creativity, and technical expertise. Based in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts, our Studios creates Beautiful Places through authentic design, enduring relationships, and a deep respect for the people and places we serve.

ARCHITECTURE

concept
design
plans & renderings

PLANNING

master plans
programming
site selection & evaluation

INTERIOR DESIGN

space planning
hard surfaces
furnishings

Our Approach

Every project unfolds through a thoughtful andcollaborative process. We begin by understanding your goals, vision, site, operational needs, andlong-term priorities. From there, we help define opportunities, refine ideas, coordinate technical requirements, and guide decisions from early planning through final execution. Our integrated practice allows architecture, planning, and interiors to work together seamlessly— creating spaces that feel cohesive, intentional,and enduring.

Services tailored to each project

No two projects follow the same path. Some clients begin with a feasibility study or site evaluation. Others require comprehensive architectural services, interior detailing, campus planning, sustainability guidance, or long-term development strategies. Our integrated approach allows us to guide projects holistically—aligning planning, architecture, and interiors into a cohesive experience from concept through completion.

Designing Across Markets

OLSON LEWIS + Architects brings experience across Residential, Education, Hospitality, Life Science, and Animal Care environments.

Across every market, our work is guided by the same principles: authentic design, Genuine Excellence,and relationships built on trust.

Residential

Coastal Collaboration

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Life Science

Sanofi

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Hospitality

Beauport Hotel

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Education

Tenacre STEM & Science Center

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Commercial

Plymouth Maritime Facility

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Animal Care

Michigan Humane Society-Detroit

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TESTIMONIALS

Why Clients choose Olson Lewis + Architects

Clients come to us for design expertise, and they stay engaged because of the way we work. We listen carefully. We communicate clearly. We bring creativity, technical knowledge, and thoughtful guidance to decisions large and small.

For us, Genuine Excellence means creating spaces that are beautiful, functional, enduring, and true to the people who experience them.

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Thank-you so much for all of the great work on our new space. Everyone tells us that they love the new workstations and the bright and airy space that you created for us.

Genocea Biosciences

Michele Picard, Operations Director

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OL+ is a small to mid size architectural firm made up of creative, hard working, passionate team players that focus on a satisfied customer.

PIDC Construction

Peter Young

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From site surveys to space planning, from construction documents to occupancy OLSON LEWIS + has continuously delivered our projects as designed and have become a trusted resource.

Enanta Pharmaceuticals

Jeff Higgins

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Thanks to Art for helping us come to decisions! We just love the place and coming in under budget is icing on the cake!

Residential Client

Maine Lakes Region

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To say that we are thrilled with the outcome would be an understatement. All we want to do is stay home and take it all in. Thank you for everything you have done and for your fine design skills. Its perfect!

Residential Client

Ipswich MA

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OL+'s vision went far beyond a simple response to our needs and wishes and led to the creation of a project that exceeded the expectations of our company. We are so proud of the finished product!

Life Science Client

Cambridge MA