Our Story

Who We Are

At JS2 Designs, we’re a dynamic team of creative visionaries and industry experts dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences through design. With a deep understanding of the culinary world, we transform spaces into inspiring environments for world-class restaurants, luxurious hotels, cutting-edge resorts, and innovative workplaces. Our passion for excellence drives us to deliver spaces that meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and sensory delight. We believe foodservice is the heartbeat of a space, infusing life and character. Renowned visionaries trust us to elevate culinary craftsmanship, enhance productivity, and captivate patrons, knowing our designs resonate with the culture and language of the industry.

David Rockwell

“Good restaurant design is about achieving equilibrium between the food, service, and design – in effect, telling a complete story

JS2 Designs operates as an independent foodservice consulting firm, deriving one hundred percent of our income from our valued clients. Our work is solely driven by our clients’ best interests, and we maintain a steadfast commitment to this principle. JS2 Designs refrains from participating in any incentive programs offered by equipment manufacturers or vendors. Our equipment selections for projects are made based solely on quality and appropriateness for the design context.

Abundance of Expertise

Exceptional Clientele

Amazing clients are the heartbeat of any successful business. They inspire, challenge, and fuel growth with their unwavering support and trust. They recognize the value of collaboration and understand that true partnerships are built on communication and mutual respect. Here is a list of some of these amazing current and past clients:

Full Service Restaurants*

220 Merrill – Birmingham, MI
Barda – Detroit, MI
Bason – Detroit, MI
Black Rock – White Lake, MI
Brick & Brine – Kalamazoo, MI
Cash Only Supper Club – Detroit, MI
Chartreuse – Detroit, MI
Cork & Gabel – Detroit, MI
Deluxx Fluxx – Detroit, MI
Deluxx Fluxx – Manhattan, NY
Detroit Beer Exchange – Detroit, MI
Dixboro House & Project – Ann Arbor, MI
Ford’s Garage – Dearborn, MI
Freya & Dragonfly – Detroit, MI
Gran Castor – Troy, MI
Green Dot Stables – Lansing, MI
Grey Ghost – Detroit, MI
Hearsay – Conway, SC
HopCat – Multiple Midwest Locations
Joe Muer Seafood – Bloomfield Hills, MI
Joe Muer Seafood – Nashville, TN
La Strada Italian Restaurant & Bar – Birmingham, MI
Ma’s Spaghetti @ Union Assembly – Detroit, MI
Mad Nice – Detroit, MI
Parc – Detroit, MI
Petty Cash – Detroit, MI
Phoenicia – Birmingham, MI
Prime + Proper – Detroit, MI
Second Best – Detroit, MI
Shelby – Detroit, MI
Shewolf – Detroit, MI
Sylvan Table – Sylvan Lake, MI
Townhouse – Detroit, MI
Townhouse – Birmingham, MI
Union Assembly – Detroit, MI
Union Rec – Ann Arbor, MI
Wilder’s – Birmingham, MI
Zuzu – Detroit, MI

Hotels, Resorts & Private Clubs*

Bay Harbor Yacht Club – Bay Harbor, MI
Bayview Yacht Club – Detroit, MI
Birmingham Athletic Club – Bloomfield Hills, MI
Cadillac Hotel – Lexington, MI
City Camper – Brevard, North Carolina
Curio – Charlotte, North Carolina
Detroit Athletic Club – Detroit, MI
Double Tree Marriott – Bloomfield Hills, MI
Element Hotel – Detroit, MI
Fairfield Inn & Suites – Jacksonville, FL
Forest Lake Country Club – Bloomfield Hills, MI
Hamilton’s @ The Godfrey – Detroit, MI
Hilton College Station & Conference Center – College Station, TX
Mining Exchange – Colorado Springs, CO
Mission Point Resort – Mackinac Island, MI
Leila at The Surf Club – Four Seasons – Surfside, FL
Kimpton Banneker – Washington, DC
Marriott Tribute – Rogers, AR
Marriott Tribute – Traverse City, MI
McLemore – Mountaintop Golf Resort – Rising Fawn, GA
Monarch Club @ Element Hotel – Detroit, MI
Shenandoah Country Club – West Bloomfield, MI
Siren Hotel – Detroit, MI
St. Clair Inn – St. Clair, MI
The Lodge @ Gulf State Park – Gulf Shores, AL
Trumbull & Porter Hotel – Detroit, MI

Quick Service Restaurants*

2941 Mediterranean Street Food – Rochester Hills, Washington Township., MI
Coffee Down Under – Detroit, MI
Guernsey Dairy – Northville, MI
Taystee’s Burger – Ann Arbor, Clarkston, Warren, Taylor, Southgate, St. Clair Shores
Tendergreens – Multiple Locations – California, Boston, NYC
Yellow Light Donuts – Detroit, MI

Markets, Bakery, C-Store, Breweries*

Eastern Market Brewing Company – Detroit, MI
New Holland Brewing Company
Market Square – Birmingham, MI
Monger’s Provisions – Berkley, MI
Noble Fish – Clawson, MI
Village Market – Grosse Point, MI
Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market – Clinton Township, MI
White Wolf Japanese Patisserie – Clawson, MI

Corporate/Workplace

Carhartt’s World Headquarters – Dearborn, MI
Carmela Foods – Fraser, MI
Fanuc – Auburn Hills, MI
Hunter House @ United Wholesale Mortgage – Pontiac, MI

*Portfolio of Work represents past and present work, including projects accomplished during previous employment.

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