Jorge Fontan – Architect

Jorge Fontan is a New York–based architect and the founder of Fontan Architecture, a full-service architecture firm specializing in residential design and renovations. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects and is known for his work on refined, highly customized homes.

Education and Background

Architectural Education

Jorge Fontan holds a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University. He also earned both a Bachelor of Architecture and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from The City University of New York.

Professional Eperiance

Jorge began his career working in construction alongside his father, a contractor, gaining early hands-on experience in building and craftsmanship. This foundation continues to inform his approach to architecture.

He went on to work at a range of architecture firms in New York, including Robert A.M. Stern Architects, where he contributed to projects across multiple sectors and scales.

Approach

Jorge Fontan’s work is grounded in a direct connection between design and construction. His background in building informs a focus on precision, material quality, and thoughtful detailing.

Each project is approached as a highly individualized process, with an emphasis on creating architecture that reflects the specific goals and aesthetic sensibilities of the client.

Fontan Architecture

As the founder of Fontan Architecture, Jorge leads a practice focused on delivering well-crafted, carefully considered architecture. The firm’s work emphasizes clarity, proportion, and a refined material palette.

Jorge is also the lead writer of the firm’s architecture blog, where he shares insights on design, construction, and navigating the architectural process in New York City.