The projects in this section represent a few of our renovation or addition based residential projects.  In many ways, these projects represent some of our best work as architects.   These are located in almost every town and village on Long Island.  We state this because we are using portions of the existing structure and re-configuring them into a new residence.  To efficiently use an existing structural system (foundations, floor and wall systems, mechanical systems, etc.) it requires experience with residential renovation design work.  We do the vast majority of our engineering work in-house, so we are carefully considering the structure of the building as the project is being designed.  Some projects maintain their existing framing to the second floor system; some are taken down to the foundation (if the changes are so drastic that it is not cost effective to save any of the framing).  These are decision that we make with our clients as we work through the design.  One project, which is in the Proposed Projects section, transforms a 1970s high ranch house into a renewable energy modern design that will be 80% off the grid.  We are using a geo-thermal heat pump, solar panels, spray in insulation, passive architectural design, and green building materials on the interior and exterior.  This project will require a minimal amount of construction and will also change the complete interior of the residence.