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 Nov 14, 2025 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Kitchen Design
In contemporary and modern home design, the kitchen has evolved far beyond its traditional utilitarian function to become the definitive social hub and a critical component of a home’s overall aesthetic. Its design is now central to lifestyle, social...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
The following is a design for a new townhouse in Harlem NYC. This was designed to be a modern take on the NYC Townhouse incorporating modern design, sustainability, and green space. Modern Townhouse Design Sustainable Design Green Space Modern Townhouse Design...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
Below are a few of our New Townhouse Designs for New York City. New Manhattan Townhouse This townhouse was meant to be a modern green townhouse design to maintain a contextual scale and feel. This townhouse has a green roof. The facade is GFRC Glass Fiber...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Feb 20, 2022 | General Architecture
There are different types of architectural firms offering a wide range of services. Some firms only do design and do not do technical work whereas some firms only do technical work and do not do much design. A full service architecture firm will do both and will work...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 31, 2023 | Apartment Renovations
For many people the kitchen is the most important room in the home. The kitchen will typically be the most expensive room in the home to renovate and should be done properly. Working with the right architect/designer for your project will be vital to achieving the...