About Jorge Fontan
Jorge Fontan, AIA, is an architect and founder of Fontan Architecture based in New York City. The firm focuses on residential design, including new homes and extensive renovations for discerning clients. Through collaborative dialogue that draws on the individuality of each client, projects develop as distinct architectural responses guided by thoughtful planning, precise detailing, and a commitment to creating enduring value.
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by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 28, 2025 | NYC Zoning, Lofts, NYC DOB
SoHo and NoHo lofts are sometimes designated as Joint Living-Work Quarters for Artists (JLWQA). If you are not an artist and would like to own one of these lofts, you can now convert certain JLWQA lofts to unrestricted residential lofts due to the SoHo / NoHo rezoning...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 6, 2025 | NYC Zoning
Zoning codes in New York City dictate the use and bulk of buildings based on their zoning district. Use regulations determine what goes into a building such as whether it is for residential, commercial, manufacturing, or community facility use. The Bulk regulations...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 9, 2023 | Home Design, Apartment Renovations, Interior Design
Working from home has become a very common aspect of daily life. Many people work from home full time while some others work between home and the office. One common problem with working from home is the constant distraction coming from the home infiltrating into the...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 3, 2022 | NYC DOB
On December 15, 2021 New York City Council passed a rezoning plan to SoHo and NoHo. This plan incorporates rezoning to mixed use zoning districts for commercial and residential uses with Mandatory Inclusionary Housing for residential developments within the newly...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 8, 2023 | Landmarks, Renovating
You just bought a beautiful New York townhouse or one that needs work but has lots of potential. The only problem is there is an ugly fire escape on the front of it. You then ask, can a fire escape be removed from the front of a Landmark Townhouse in NYC? In most...