Business Details
16 Years
experience
Innovative Architecture & Design Solutions
Palette Architecture is an architecture and design practice founded in 2010 with studios in New York City and Los Angeles. Our work spans education, multifamily housing, and custom residential projects, ranging from new buildings to interior renovations. We measure success by how well our completed projects meet their intended needs, endure over time, and empower users through thoughtful design. Our approach emphasizes light, space, and materiality within a contemporary framework focused on organizational clarity and sensory experience. The three founding partners, who met during their first architecture studio at Columbia University, bring diverse perspectives from their experience at renowned New York architecture firms.We pride ourselves on solving complex challenges through creative problem-solving, addressing constraints like limited budgets and difficult site conditions. Since our inception, we have completed over 80 projects from concept to completion, maintaining a commitment to quality and functionality. Our team includes certified professionals such as AIA members and LEED-accredited designers, ensuring expertise across all project phases. We serve clients in New York City, Los Angeles, and Mumbai, delivering tailored solutions for residential, community, and hospitality projects. Our portfolio demonstrates a dedication to innovative design that balances aesthetic expression with practical execution.
Services
Residences
Multifamily
Community Projects
Hospitality
Architectural Design
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have completed 80+ architecture projects since 2010 across residential, multifamily, and community sectors.
- Our AIA-certified and LEED-accredited team delivers sustainable, functional designs tailored to client needs.
- We specialize in solving complex challenges like budget constraints and difficult site conditions.
- Founding partners bring combined expertise from top New York architecture firms.
- Our work balances aesthetic innovation with practical execution for long-lasting results.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
Services
Residential Architecture
We create custom residential solutions ranging from luxury condominiums to single-family home renovations. Our designs prioritize spatial efficiency, material quality, and natural light integration. Projects include new constructions like 100 Franklin Street and renovations such as the Art Collector's Residence.
Multifamily Housing
Our multifamily expertise spans affordable housing developments and high-end apartment buildings. We deliver functional layouts with shared amenities while addressing urban density challenges through projects like The Crest and Calvert Gardens.
Community Projects
We transform educational and public spaces including school conversions, nature preschools, and senior centers. Recent work includes Bronx Charter School Recladding and Wonderforest Nature Preschool fitouts.
Architectural Design
From concept to completion, we provide full-spectrum architectural services for new buildings and renovations. Our process emphasizes organizational clarity and sensory experiences in projects like ModernHaus SoHo and The Bridge.
Hospitality Design
We design boutique hotels and restaurant spaces that blend aesthetic innovation with practical functionality. Notable projects include Paper Factory Hotel conversion and Three Owls Market fitout.
People
Peter Miller
Partner | AIA | LEED
Co-founding partner with expertise in sustainable design and project execution. Trained at Columbia University, Peter brings over 15 years of experience from leading NYC architecture firms.
John Sunwoo
Partner | AIA | LEED
Columbia University graduate focused on residential architecture and urban design. John specializes in transforming complex site constraints into elegant architectural solutions through innovative spatial planning.
Jeff Wandersman
Partner | AIA | LEED
Experienced architect with a background in large-scale multifamily and community projects. Jeff's technical expertise ensures precision from concept design through construction documentation phases.
Avinash Sharma
Director | Mumbai Office
Oversees international projects from the Mumbai office with specialized knowledge of cross-cultural design requirements. Avinash ensures seamless coordination between global studios and local building standards.
Anna Kueck
Project Manager
Manages project timelines and client communications with 10+ years of experience in architectural project delivery. Anna specializes in coordinating complex renovations and multifamily developments.
Questions
What architectural services does Palette Architecture offer?
We specialize in residential design, multifamily housing, community projects, and hospitality architecture, including new construction and renovations.
Which cities does Palette Architecture serve?
We operate from studios in New York City and Los Angeles, with completed projects across both metropolitan areas and Mumbai.
How long has Palette Architecture been in business?
The firm was founded in 2010 by three Columbia University-trained architects with experience at leading New York firms.
What makes Palette Architecture's approach unique?
We combine AIA-certified expertise with LEED sustainability standards to solve complex design challenges through creative problem-solving.
Can Palette Architecture handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, our portfolio includes luxury residences, affordable housing developments, school renovations, and hospitality spaces like hotels and restaurants.
