About Us
Schaeffler Architecture & Design is a New Jersey–based residential architecture and design firm creating distinctive custom homes, additions, and transformative renovations. Each residence is shaped by the client’s vision, the character of the property, and how the home will be lived in.
Founded in 2002 as Country Estate Homes Inc., the firm brings more than 25 years of experience in residential design, construction, development, and real estate. Our work spans historic restoration, thoughtful renovations, new residences, and select commercial spaces.
Today, our primary focus is architectural design and detailed construction drawings for homeowners, builders, and developers. We use decades of practical experience to help clients make difficult design decisions with clarity, anticipate construction considerations, and move forward with well-resolved plans.
Our services can begin with evaluating an existing home or potential building site and continue through design and documentation. For select projects, owner representation and construction coordination are also available, with qualified consultants and specialists engaged as needed.
We are committed to thoughtful design, clear communication, efficient service, and careful attention to every client’s needs.
Jacquelyn Kovacs Schaeffler, AIA
Managing Partner · Architect
NCARB Certified · Licensed in New Jersey
Jacquelyn leads the firm’s architectural work, bringing an artist’s eye and extensive residential-design experience to custom homes, additions, alterations, townhomes, and builder communities.
Education
BFA, Parsons School of Design
Master of Architecture, New Jersey School of Architecture
Pingry School alumna
Expertise
Luxury residential architecture
Custom homes, additions, and alterations
Builder portfolios and residential communities
Todd Schaeffler
Managing Partner · Designer & Developer
Todd brings more than 25 years of experience in residential design, construction, development, project management, and real estate. His understanding of how homes are built helps the firm create practical, well-resolved designs from early concepts through detailed plans.
Education
BA in Business, Manhattan College
Gill St. Bernard’s School alumnus
Experience
Residential renovation and new construction
Project management and development
Licensed broker representative, Weichert Realtors
Property, land, and new-construction transactions