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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Passive House Architects New York

Passive House Architects New York

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...
Apartment Renovation Checklist

Apartment Renovation Checklist

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...
You Need an Architect To Build a House in NYC

You Need an Architect To Build a House in NYC

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...