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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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Upper West Side Post-War Apartment Renovations & Design
Upper West Side post-war apartment buildings represent a significant portion of the neighborhood’s residential housing stock. Constructed primarily during the mid-twentieth century, these buildings introduced a different model of apartment living than the prewar...
Chelsea Loft Renovation: Designing an Open Plan Living Space
Lofts are among the most distinctive residential spaces in New York City. Originally developed for industrial and commercial uses, many loft buildings have been converted into homes that retain their expansive floor plates, large windows, high ceilings, and open...
Finding a Hidden Stained Glass Window: Upper West Side Townhouse Renovation
Historic homes often contain layers of history that are not immediately visible. Over decades, and sometimes more than a century, buildings are altered, renovated, repaired, and adapted to meet changing needs. Original architectural details may be removed, modified,...