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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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JLWQA in NYC: Understanding Joint Live-Work Quarters for Artists
Many of New York City’s most iconic loft apartments were never intended to be homes. Originally constructed as commercial and manufacturing buildings, these spaces were informally occupied by artists seeking large, affordable studios in neighborhoods like SoHo and...
Hard Costs vs Soft Costs in Residential Renovations
Hard costs and soft costs are the two primary categories used to structure a construction budget. Hard costs relate directly to the physical construction of a project, while soft costs include the professional, regulatory, and administrative expenses required to...
What Is a Loft Apartment in NYC? History, Architecture & Design
In neighborhoods like SoHo and Tribeca, loft apartments represent one of the most iconic forms of New York living. Originally constructed as manufacturing and warehouse buildings in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these structures were later converted into...