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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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Using Concrete for Modern Home Design
Concrete as a home design material has had a resurgence in the past 20 years. We are starting to see more concrete homes with concrete as an exterior material, and for interior finishes. I want to put concrete into a few categories. First is structural concrete. you...
Industrial Loft Design: Architecture, Materials, and Detail
Lofts were originally constructed as industrial and manufacturing buildings, designed for structure, utility, and durability rather than domestic comfort. Today, these former factories and warehouses offer a unique architectural framework for residential living — one...
Modern Kitchen Design Ideas for High-End Homes
Designing a kitchen is about more than selecting cabinets and appliances. It is about composing a space that balances performance, proportion, and material expression. Every decision — from millwork detailing to appliance integration — contributes to how the kitchen...