About us…
SHAH Architecture & Interiors is a team of talented designers and professionals that are obsessed with thoughtful design and spaces that create a positive emotion. We work collaboratively with homeowners, investors, institutions, and property management teams to deliver a professional design service that produces high-quality designs and hand-crafted solutions for each client. We simply assemble materials, objects, light, and history. But the results are beautiful spaces that tell a unique story.
Our story...
SHAH Architecture & Interiors was founded in 2010 on a straightforward premise: architecture and interior design work better when they share a team. When both disciplines are handled together, decisions are more informed, the process is more coherent, and the work benefits from a continuity that is difficult to achieve any other way.
We started the way a lot of small firms do. Reshma Shah Johnson and Michael Johnson worked out of their living room, poring over samples and code books late into the night. In those early days, we left a sign at our job sites with an open invitation to call anytime for planning, design, or just a conversation. The firm has grown since then. We now work out of a Bull Street storefront in Savannah's Starland district, with a team that includes licensed architects, interior designers, and preservation specialists with decades of combined experience. The invitation still stands.
Our approach has stayed consistent: we bring clients into the design process rather than presenting them with a finished product. That means asking real questions about how a space gets used, explaining the reasoning behind our decisions, and staying in close communication from the first meeting through the final walkthrough. We work across residential renovation, historic preservation, and commercial projects, and we are licensed in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Louisiana.
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Reshma Shah Johnson, AIA, is an architect, designer, and founding principal of SHAH, based in Savannah, Georgia. For the past two decades, she has devoted herself to creating environments that have a meaningful impact on the lives of others. Reshma's thoughtful, imaginative approach to design emerges from an introspective exploration that includes a project's purpose, siting, and place in history. She weaves her passion for design history and millwork into everything she does, creating inviting spaces designed to foster lasting connections and a sense of community. Reshma is the proud mother of two incredible daughters with her husband and business partner, Michael C. Johnson, and is an avid believer in the revitalizing power of 80's R&B.
Our team…
Reshma Johnson AIA, ASID, NCIDQ | Founding Principal
Michael C. Johnson, AIA, is an architect and principal of Savannah, Georgia-based firm SHAH. For over two decades, his work has been dedicated to the creation of design solutions that offer meaningful change and prosperity. Michael's fascination with theoretical physics is reflected in his practical, forward-thinking view of the built world, allowing him to transform concepts into reality. He effectively navigates complex project decisions to achieve overall stakeholder value, producing intentional environments centered on those who live and work in them. Michael is the proud father of two incredible daughters with his wife and business partner, Reshma Shah Johnson, and enjoys sharing the art of cooking with his family and friends.
Michael Johnson AIA | Principal
Jerry Lominack, a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, brings over 50 years of experience. In those decades of practice, Jerry has been hailed as a leader in contemporary architecture within the nation's largest Historic District. Jerry brings extensive experience with Historic Preservation to the studio, having worked on projects throughout the Lowcountry and has received Preservation awards from Georgia Trust for his work on the Dunlevie House at Miller Pasture, Kehoe Ironworks, Porter Memorial Gymnasium, and many others. In addition, Jerry has been recognized by AIA Georgia with the Bernard B Rothschild Award, among many others. Jerry's enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge and experience has always been evident to those who have worked with him and others in their community as a consistent advocate for thoughtful contemporary Architecture. Jerry is the proud father/grandfather to his son, daughter, and grandson, along with his wife, Loretto Lominack. They enjoy living in Savannah's Historic District and continuing community involvement efforts.
Jerry Lominack FAIA | Architect
Emily, Assoc. ASID is an interior designer whose work is grounded in storytelling—using materials, form, and color to craft spaces that are both deeply contextual and intuitively comfortable. Originally from Vermont and a graduate of the University of Georgia, Emily brings a thoughtful, user-centered perspective shaped by years of experience designing hospitality and multifamily projects in the Washington, DC area. With a background in hand weaving, print, and dye, Emily approaches interiors with an artist’s eye and a collector’s sensibility—always seeking out new and local artisans to celebrate and incorporate into projects. Their passion for the intersection of art, fashion, and design fuels a lifelong commitment to learning and creative exploration. Known for their contagious positivity and warm presence, Emily is a valued member of the interiors team, always contributing with curiosity, collaboration, and a steady smile. Weekends often find them painting, sewing, or enjoying the sunshine in Forsyth Park—balancing a life of design with the joy of hands-on creation.
Emily Kiernan Assoc. AIA | Senior Interiors Associate
Sydney Rusek, Assoc. ASID serves within the interiors department, fully supporting interior design selections, presentations, and fulfillment. A fundamental source of inspiration for Sydney's work is the power of spaces and their transformative effect on individual and community wellbeing. Rooted in the desire to help others, her ethos is one of practicality without sacrificing beauty. She offers the team a contagious optimism and thoughtful curiosity about design and its capacity for change. Sydney takes pleasure in traveling to and exploring exotic locations while also cultivating a practice of creative and physical expression through pottery and sports.
Sydney Rusek Assoc. ASID | Interiors Associate
Lisa Wigger is the accounting manager, coordinating and supervising the company's finance systems. Her in-depth understanding of international financial management and business operations has proven invaluable to the firm's growth. Lisa brings a spirit of warmth and joy to the team, reflecting an enthusiasm for her work and an affinity for nurturing an atmosphere of community. She rises above the stereotypical administrative functions of her position, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on others. Lisa is also a metalsmith, infusing her love for numbers and the complexities of the Fibonnaci sequence into handcrafted, contemporary jewelry designs.
Lisa Wigger | Accounting Manager
Jacob brings nearly a decade of experience in creative marketing, branding, and content strategy with a specialized focus in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Collaborating closely with architects and designers, Jacob helps firms shape their narratives, clarify their brand identities, and create meaningful connections through thoughtful storytelling and visual communication. His work spans markets in New York, Miami, and Savannah, where he has supported design teams through everything from brand development and website content to project photography and social media strategy. Drawing from a background in fine art and photography, Jacob approaches each project with a creative sensibility and an eye for the details that make spaces—and the stories behind them—stand out.
