We got John to do an addition for an existing building to turn it into a house. I had specific…read moreneeds in that I wanted a ground floor master and as few of steps as possible and to be able to live on one level even though the house was going to be two levels. I must say that his design is working so well. He managed to work with our contractor (Diamond Construction) and we got a lovely functional home that everyone is impressed with as soon as they walk in. You don't even realize it is an addition. John has quite strong ideas about flow and how the house should function. We did have our own ideas (of course) but in the end we used most of his and they worked out great. In the actual build, things got modified for how structure was, things that can't be predicted and it all came out seamless. Very happy with John and the new house.

From the owner: Combining years of experience with a dedication to client satisfaction, John Halsey Architect RA…read morehas established itself as the local leader in Architects, Architectural Design Services and Architecture Firms.

Most sadly, Don will be greatly missed by all of his friends and family, Don was taken from this…read moreworld on February 9, 2015.

Marissa and her team were up for the challenge when we wanted to combine two apartments in a…read morepre-war Manhattan building that's more than 100 years old. Throughout this ambitious project, they proved to be optimistic problem solvers. They seamlessly worked with the engineer and contractor to install central air conditioning, navigated the demands of the building's board, and met the ever-changing requirements of the city's building department. Marissa assured our place would be different from everyone else's by reflecting my eclectic style of mid-century modern, contemporary, industrial and LA glam. My wife and I share the core value of spending time with those we love. Because of Marissa's creativity and attention to detail, our beautiful home is the perfect place to do that.

I appreciate how Marissa and her team not only make great design decisions but also explain the…read morereasons behind them. Like why certain pieces look best together, how dimensions affect design, and even the scheduling process. Instead of getting furniture and accessories in a little at a time, everything was set up on one day for a fun and exciting grand reveal. Our calming primary bedroom is just our style and the custom cabinets with built-in bar and display cases make our lounge multi-functional. The Design MACS team were so accommodating and flexible as our project grew. It was a great experience. Laura

Jim consulted with me several times on my gut renovation project and provided expert advice. He…read morebrings expertise from two decades of experience to the table, and also his work is of impeccable quality. I saw a passive house he was gut renovating in Park Slope, and it was absolutely stunning! Jim knows how to preserve historic details while bringing the design into the modern era in a tasteful, classic way. He exudes calmness and wisdom and is a pleasure to be around. Full disclosure in that I ultimately had to choose a less experienced architect because Jim's fee, although completely reasonable given his level of skill and expertise, was a bit out of our price range.

Jim was great to work with. We did a semi-gut renovation in 3 bedroom/2 bathroom apt. The quality…read moreof his work and suggestions were exactly what we wanted based on my husband and my feedback. Jim is very detailed and each week during renovation, we had him manage the project with the contractor to ensure the final output was done properly. Most Manhattan apartments are not symmetrical, so the early stage on doing things a certain way goes a long way on the final look. He understands plumbing, and electrical well to communicate to our contractors. He referred us to a HVAC engineer. When it came to interior design, we had Sarah who provided feedback and suppliers information. She was also very helpful. Jim knows the DOB process well and helped us resolved many issues even during covid and DOB rule changed in 2020 and 2021. We also had him manage the project with the contractors. The contractors don't have the same design eyes and were a bit sloppy and forgetful so it was imperative to have Jim help us. Urban charges by the hour and provided an accurate estimate of the cost. Make sure what projects he's working on so he can allocate time properly. In the beginning with the design drawing schematic, it took a while cause he was on a couple of brownstone projects but overall still have a very positive experience with Jim. He was responsive.

Babula Architecture is a true professional practice. Jon was easy to work with, proficient, and…read moreincredibly knowledgeable. He took us step by step through the entire process and helped us build the home of our dreams! I am happy to recommend this business to my family and friends! Cathy T.

From the owner: We strives to give the client what they need by keeping them involved in every step of the process…read moreand uses creative designs to produce functional beauty. We design all types of residential and commercial projects from renovations to additions to new construction. The designs are eloquent and practical and are aimed at satisfying and exceeding the client's expectations.