5 Best Residential Architects in New York (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

A New York renovation lives or dies on the DOB filing before a single wall comes down. The residential architects on this page have logged nearly 180 Google reviews between them, and one name alone accounts for more than half of that total, so the real decision is less about talent (most of these firms are clearly gifted) and more about who has actually pushed co-op board approvals and permits through the city before.

Short answer: SUFFIX ARCHITECT | New York leads with a perfect 5.0 across 93 Google reviews, the most of any residential architect on this list, built on co-op, condo and brownstone renovation work with DOB filings handled in-house. Lang Architecture and The Turett Collaborative also hold perfect 5.0 ratings, with smaller but consistently strong review bases. Fees are project-based and were not published by any firm here, so budget for a custom quote.

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How These NYC Architects Stack Up

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	SUFFIX ARCHITECT \| New York	5.0 ★	93	Co-op & condo renovations, DOB filings	View ›
2	SHoP Architects	4.4 ★	31	Large-scale, high-profile projects	View ›
3	ODA	4.8 ★	21	Architecture, interiors & landscape together	View ›
4	Lang Architecture	5.0 ★	18	Custom homes & full-home design	View ›
5	The Turett Collaborative : Architects & Interior Designers	5.0 ★	14	Historic townhouses & interior design	View ›

5 Best Residential Architects in New York (2026)

The firms, one by one

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

SUFFIX ARCHITECT | New York

5.093 Google reviews

SUFFIX ARCHITECT is a Manhattan architecture and general contracting firm that handles co-op, condo and brownstone renovations from design through construction. It works directly with the NYC Department of Buildings on filings, permits and objections, and pairs its architectural drawings with in-house construction coordination and engineer liaison. That combination of design and permitting under one roof is what its reviewers keep coming back to.

What people praise

Handles DOB filings and permit approvals directly, cited across multiple reviews
Manages the full process from design to construction coordination
Clients describe the team as responsive and easy to work with
Reviewers note reasonable, transparent pricing

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating5 / 5

Review volume93 · 97th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown99% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed residential architect on this list by a wide margin, with a perfect rating to match. If your project involves a co-op board or a DOB filing, this is the safest starting call.

Website +1929-801-9703 Directions

37 9th Ave, New York, NY 10014

SHoP Architects

4.431 Google reviews

SHoP Architects is a Manhattan firm known for major New York buildings, including 111 West 57th Street and The Brooklyn Tower, alongside institutional and commercial work across the city. Its site describes itself as architects and innovators working on large-scale, complex projects rather than single-family residential jobs. Reviews reflect a mix of admiration for its landmark towers and sharp criticism of specific projects.

What people praise

Recognized for ambitious, large-scale architectural work in New York
Praised by some visitors for its Woolworth Building offices and presentations

Worth knowing

Reviews are notably split, with pointed criticism of specific completed projects
Best known for large towers and institutional work rather than typical residential jobs

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume31 · 92th

Confidenceearly

Recency9 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

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Our take: A firm with major NYC landmarks to its name, but the review spread here is wide and the criticism specific. Worth a look mainly if your project is large in scale, not a typical apartment renovation.

Website +1212-889-9005 Directions

233 Broadway #11, New York, NY 10279

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

ODA

4.821 Google reviews

ODA is a New York architecture, interiors and landscape design firm working across residential, urban and mixed-use projects both locally and internationally. Its site describes a broad practice spanning building design, interior work and landscape architecture, with millions of square feet built. Reviewers describe the team as talented and creative, though the review base here is smaller than some others on this list.

What people praise

Combines architecture, interior design and landscape work in one firm
Reviewers describe the team as innovative and talented
Rated 4.8, one of the higher scores on this list

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than the top names here
Reviews skew general rather than detailing specific residential projects

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume21 · 87th

Confidenceearly

Recency3 years ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

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Our take: A well-regarded, design-forward firm with a strong rating, though its review history says less about residential renovation specifics than some competitors. Ask to see residential-specific portfolio work.

Website +1646-478-7455 Directions

99 Hudson St, New York, NY 10013

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Lang Architecture

5.018 Google reviews

Lang Architecture is a New York firm focused on architecture, strategy and development, with a body of work that includes custom homes, renovations and new construction both in the city and beyond. Its site describes a design-led practice that also stays engaged through the development and build phases. Reviewers, including repeat clients and outside construction firms, consistently praise the firm's responsiveness and collaborative approach.

What people praise

Perfect 5.0 rating across every review on file
Praised repeatedly for responsiveness during design and construction
A construction firm reviewer describes the team as knowledgeable and easy to work with on the builder side
Clients report the firm stays involved through the build, not just design

Worth knowing

Smaller review count than the largest firms on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating5 / 5

Review volume18 · 82th

Confidenceearly

Recency5 years ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: A perfect rating and reviews that come from both homeowners and the contractors who built alongside them, a good sign for anyone planning a full custom home or major addition.

Website +1212-233-9187 Directions

277 Broadway #106, New York, NY 10007

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Turett Collaborative : Architects & Interior Designers

5.014 Google reviews

The Turett Collaborative is a Manhattan architecture and interior design firm specializing in residential renovations, including townhouses, apartments and landmark-district properties. Its site describes work spanning architecture, interiors and Landmarks Preservation Commission submissions. Reviewers repeatedly cite the firm's ability to manage complex, code-heavy projects, including multiple repeat clients who have used it for several renovations.

What people praise

Perfect 5.0 rating with multiple repeat clients across different projects
Reviewers specifically credit the firm with handling LPC submissions and building code requirements
Praised for managing contractors and keeping projects on schedule
Clients highlight both architecture and interior design work

Worth knowing

Smallest review count of the group, though every review is positive

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating5 / 5

Review volume14 · 74th

Confidenceearly

Recency5 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick for landmark-district or historic townhouse work, where LPC approval is often the hardest part of the project. Its repeat clients are a meaningful signal.

Website +1212-965-1244 Directions

277 Broadway #1300, New York, NY 10007

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How we rank these firms

Every number here comes from public Google data pulled on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is each firm’s live Google star average. Review volume measures how many clients have left a review, ranked against other New York residential architects. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 5.0 from dozens of reviewers counts for more than a 5.0 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently people are still reviewing. No firm can pay to change these numbers.

What does a residential architect cost in New York? (2026)

None of the firms on this list publish fixed pricing for design or DOB filing services, and fees for residential architecture in New York vary enormously by project scope, whether the building is landmarked, and whether the work needs co-op or condo board approval. Expect a custom, project-based quote rather than a flat rate.

Serving New York City

These architects are based across Manhattan and Brooklyn, from Tribeca and the Financial District to Chinatown, and cover projects citywide, including brownstones, townhouses, co-ops and condos in Manhattan, Brooklyn and beyond. Searching for a residential architect near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can reach the closest office directly.

What to ask before you hire a residential architect

Have you filed with the NYC Department of Buildings before, and can you handle the filing directly?
Do you have experience with co-op or condo board approval packages, if that applies to my building?
Is my property landmarked, and have you worked with the Landmarks Preservation Commission?
What is included in your fee: design only, or design plus construction oversight?
Can you provide references from a project similar in scope to mine?
Roughly how long does a project like mine typically take from design to permit approval?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these residential architects?

We started from residential architects in New York with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we rank these firms above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do I need an architect for a co-op or condo renovation in New York?

Most co-op and condo boards require architectural drawings and, for structural or major work, a DOB filing. Several firms on this page, including SUFFIX ARCHITECT, specifically handle both the design and the filing.

How much does hiring a residential architect in New York cost?

None of the firms on this list publish flat pricing. Fees are typically project-based and depend on scope, landmark status and whether board approval is needed, so get a written quote before committing.

The bottom line

SUFFIX ARCHITECT is the safest default pick given its review volume and its direct handling of DOB filings, while Lang Architecture and The Turett Collaborative are worth a call for custom homes and historic townhouse work respectively. Whoever you hire, get the scope and fee structure in writing before design begins.

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