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 Jun 16, 2019 | Sustainable Design
A Passive House Architect can help you build a passive house by reducing energy usage and costs. Passive house has five key areas: high quality insulation, air tight construction, high quality windows, energy recovery, and solar heat management. Passive House Design...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 9, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Home Design, Interior Design
Apartment renovations in New York City present an opportunity to fundamentally rethink how a home is organized and experienced. A well-designed renovation establishes a new framework for living that reflects contemporary expectations and the specific goals of the...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 5, 2019 | Apartment Renovations
At our architecture firm we renovate a lot of apartments in NYC. Below is a general checklist of items you may want to consider for your apartment renovation. Apartment Renovation Checklist Kitchen Renovation Checklist Appliances Range vs cooktop and oven...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 28, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating
Apartment renovations in New York City involve a highly structured process that extends beyond design alone. Projects must navigate building approvals, regulatory filings, and coordination between multiple parties, including architects, contractors, and building...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Aug 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
In order to obtain permits to build a house in New York City an Architect must prepare and file plans with the Department Of Buildings. A new house would be filed as an “NB” New Building Application with NYC DOB. The application will be reviewed for zoning...