We take pride in a personalized design approach that balances our clients’ goals, the requirements of the site, and the unique architectural potential for timeless design found within each project. We believe that the best architectural design has a clarity of intent, seamlessly fulfills the requirements of the program, exceeds the client’s vision in unexpected ways, and maintains a commitment to cost and time. We apply our expertise to meet simplicity and clarity of design while navigating the often complex land use, landmark and building processes in New York City. Our studio is active in a wide range of projects including urban planning, parks, multi-family residential construction, commercial and residential renovation & new construction, and preservation. Founded in 1998, the New York studio is led by architects Kim Letven and Arturo Bárcenas.