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Competent & Reasonable Architect

Started by sammy300
over 13 years ago
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Looking for a competent architect who is reasonably priced for a gut reno of a nyc co-op priced in the $700ks & ~1000sf. Should be open to listening to the homeowner's ideas (& possibly implementing them)instead of the usual, "my way or the highway" attitude. (I understand that everything needs to be presented to & approved by the co-op board). Any recommendations?
Response by BRM
over 13 years ago
Posts: 4
Member since: May 2012

Dear Sammy300 - I am such an architect, and I submit here some links for you to look at to see the breadth of work I've done. The first is a full portfolio of photo albums arranged by project, and the second is my website. I'd be happy to meet for an initial, no-fee consultation on-site if you'd like to reach out at your convenience. Thanks for your consideration - BRM

Portfolio: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Benjamin-Marcus-Architect-LLC/113988095355160?sk=photos
Website: http://www.benjaminrmarcus.com/Home_Page.html

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Response by mpsrenovations
over 13 years ago
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Member since: May 2012

Sdharchitects.com
Saul Hayutin

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Response by nobottomever
over 13 years ago
Posts: 7
Member since: Jun 2012

Perhaps you should specify what "your way" is.

Find an architect who sees things the same way you do but don't expect a good architect to do it "your way" if they think your ideas suck.

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Response by BuiltINstudio
over 13 years ago
Posts: 70
Member since: Dec 2010

We treat every project as a collaboration with the owner. It is still your apartment and you need to be comfortable with the look,feel, and function. If we don't agree with something then we will make suggestions and present ideas to adjust but you have final say outside building and city approvals. I'd be happy to discuss more with you.

Gary Eisner
geisner@builtinstudio.com
www.builtinstudio.com
347-599-1054

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Response by BRM
over 13 years ago
Posts: 4
Member since: May 2012

An unlistening architect is missing the problem to be solved: to speak to the client's perception of the program, as much as the technical, legal & bldg mgmnt's demands. Often that solution is about exposing to the client alternative ways of seeing the program rather than stuffing some preconceived idea into the project.
For your consideration, and to see if you'd like a free, on-site consultation: Benjamin Marcus Architect, LLC - www.benjaminrmarcus.com

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Response by drdrd
over 13 years ago
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Member since: Apr 2007

Often I hear the story that the person walks into a space & says, "I like this, who did it?" When you find someone who shares the same aesthetic as you, that's the one.

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Response by Rent_or_Buy
over 13 years ago
Posts: 165
Member since: Feb 2009

I used chien dao of chien dao studios -

chien@chiendao.com - highly recommend -

email me at jkepsteinATgmail.com for more details

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Response by CAPITALcraft
over 13 years ago
Posts: 98
Member since: Mar 2010

I am happy to refer a handful of architects stephen@capitalcraftsmen.com

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Response by StudioLAB
over 13 years ago
Posts: 23
Member since: Sep 2011

Hi Sammy,

I would be interested in speaking with you further regarding your potential project. We take pride in working closely with our clients and designing spaces through collaboration but with direction. Please visit our website to view samples of work.

www.studiolabdesign.com

Best,
Matt
mhm@studiolabdesign.com

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Response by Matsui
over 13 years ago
Posts: 132
Member since: Aug 2011

competent and reasonable?

arent the two mutually exclusive?

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Response by adamkidron
over 13 years ago
Posts: 76
Member since: Jan 2010

Frank Martarella at Think Design Architecture, his number is 718-987-3729. He's great with codes, he's experienced with condo, coops, etc. I specifically saw a penthouses additional for a brownstone in Manhattan that he worked on - lovely work. http://thinkdesignarch.com/home.html

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Response by GA_12
over 13 years ago
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Member since: May 2009

archivesid.com
212 685 2715
www.facebook.com/ArchivesID

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