by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 7, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Architects, Residential
I am Jorge Fontan, owner of Fontan Architecture, a New York City based architecture and design firm working on residential design projects throughout NYC. Below are a few of the residential renovations we have completed over the past recent years. Upper East... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 17, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Renovations, Residential
Starting an apartment renovation in New York City can be a complicated process. However, if you take it one step at a time, put together a good team, and have a solid game plan, you will be just fine. Renovating your apartment means you need to hire an architect and... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 30, 2023 | Property Development, Renovations, Residential
Building a Roof Deck in NYC When adding a roof deck to a building in NYC, you will need an architect to design it and file for permits with the NYC DOB. Roof Decks must comply with egress, accessibility, Building, and Zoning Codes. The first thing I tell people... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 16, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Residential
There are countless options when it comes to renovating your Co-Op or Condo. Apartment renovations are very involved but the easiest way to address an apartment renovation is to start with the big picture decisions and then work your way down to finite details. I am...