Business Details
We founded our firm in 1999, bringing more than two decades of architectural expertise to clients throughout the New York City metro area. Our principal, Michael Smith, spent 12 formative years under the mentorship of distinguished Westchester County architect Richard Henry Behr, eventually rising to Vice President and Director of Design. Our team collectively holds over 25 years of experience executing a diverse portfolio that includes large single-family custom residences, boutique commercial projects, educational facilities, and multi-family residential developments. We approach every commission as a client-specific endeavor, crafting custom solutions that honor the owner's wishes, the surrounding environment, and the project's historical context.
Our design philosophy is rooted in the careful application of simplicity, consistency, and authenticity to produce timeless architecture across all building styles. Through our active membership in the United States Green Building Council and the Connecticut Green Building Council, we integrate sustainable technologies into our designs seamlessly and harmoniously. We maintain rigorous professional standards, holding registrations with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and maintaining active membership in the American Institute of Architects Connecticut Chapter. Our commitment to professional excellence and client satisfaction is reflected in every highly customized residence we deliver.
Our design philosophy is rooted in the careful application of simplicity, consistency, and authenticity to produce timeless architecture across all building styles. Through our active membership in the United States Green Building Council and the Connecticut Green Building Council, we integrate sustainable technologies into our designs seamlessly and harmoniously. We maintain rigorous professional standards, holding registrations with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and maintaining active membership in the American Institute of Architects Connecticut Chapter. Our commitment to professional excellence and client satisfaction is reflected in every highly customized residence we deliver.
Highlights and features
- We bring over 25 years of architectural experience to every project.
- We are registered architects in New York and Connecticut through NCARB.
- We integrate sustainable design as a member of the U.S. Green Building Council.
- We apply proven principles of simplicity, consistency, and authenticity in every design.
- Our principal trained for 12 years under renowned Westchester architect Richard Henry Behr.
Services
Custom Residential Architecture
We design large, highly customized single-family residences tailored to each client's vision, environment, and historical context. Our portfolio spans premier locations throughout the New York City metro area, including Armonk, Bedford, Greenwich, and Southampton. Every home reflects our commitment to timeless design grounded in simplicity, consistency, and authenticity.
Boutique Commercial Projects
We deliver architectural design for boutique commercial projects that demand the same rigor and customization as our residential work. Our approach ensures each commercial space responds directly to client objectives and site conditions. Clients benefit from thoughtful, context-sensitive design executed with decades of professional expertise.
Educational Facilities Design
We provide architectural services for educational facilities, applying our extensive experience in functional, client-specific design. Our team carefully considers the unique operational and community needs of each institution. The result is purposeful architecture that supports learning environments across diverse project requirements.
Multi-Family Residential Projects
We design multi-family residential developments that balance aesthetic distinction with practical living considerations. Our firm brings deep expertise in crafting residences that respect neighborhood character and historical context. Clients receive customized architectural solutions informed by over two decades of professional practice.
Sustainable Design Integration
We incorporate sustainable and green building features into every project through our membership in the United States Green Building Council. Our team seamlessly integrates new technologies into each design in a harmonious, aesthetically driven manner. This commitment ensures clients receive environmentally responsible architecture without compromising design integrity.
