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Permit Architects
4.9(
7
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Permit Architects was fantastic. Esther, George, and their team helped get our renovation plans approved by our building's co-op board and DOB. The process was smooth and fast. I highly recommend them and would definitely work with them again."
Basement
Kitchen
Dining room
Park Slope Multi-Family
Brooklyn Condominiums

+49

Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Gaudioso Contracting
4.6(
231
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Designer - Building

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Working with Gaudioso Contracting made my kitchen renovation so much easier than I expected: From planning to completion. One of the many great benefits in working with these folks is that they made helpful design suggestions, and use a terrific local cabinet maker - I had been worried about supply chain issues holding up the project - but cabinets, counter delivery and tile backsplash installations went so smoothly under Luis' (the foreman's) supervision. All the folks at the main office were very helpful and patient in answering my numerous questions. This project was done during one of the many heat waves, and the workers were diligent and cheerful. I'm so happy with the results, the kitchen is really transformed into a lovely workspace. I especially appreciated Luis' attention to detail, and follow-through on even the smallest items. I'll work with Guadioso Contracting again for my next project, and I highly recommend them!"
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+25

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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James Phillip Golden Architect
4.8(
5
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business+1 more

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

High end architect specializing in making a house feel like home!\nI make people’s dream homes a reality. There is nothing more satisfying to me then improving the quality of life for my clients and giving them a house that they are able to make into their homes.\nI have been a licensed architect since 2015 and am currently registered in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Maine and Massachusetts. With my NCARB certificate I am able, if necessary, to obtain reciprocal licensure throughout the country in a short time period. \n\nI am inspired by our local built environment, humble materials, classical building forms and traditional building details. I have a strong interest in the reinterpretation of classical building forms, blended with contemporary open floor plans. \nI have a stronger interest in helping to guide my clients to ways of improving the quality of their lives through adapting the built environment to meet their needs.

Main front facade
Pool deck
Main staircase open to den beyond
Master bathroom
Great room opens to kitchen with double islands

+93

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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L&H General Home Improvement Inc
4.7(
34
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Designer - Building

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Leon did a complete remodel in my bathroom including all fixtures. Repainted two floors. Painting well done and professionally Love it. He is a very responsible person and takes care his job with care as agreed Very pleasant to deal with."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Studio dé Lor
5.0(
3
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Brent is an exceptional knowledgeable architect, who is professional, and a pleasure to work with. I had the opportunity to work with Brent on multiple projects at my previous firm over the course of multiple years, and he consistently demonstrated a high level of competence, and attention to detail. He is a talented collaborative designer. Michael"
Bungalow Gut Renovation
Bungalow Gut Renovation
Bungalow Gut Renovation
Bungalow Gut Renovation
Bungalow Gut Renovation

+2

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
JAFPC Architect
5.0(
2
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Architect

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

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John Anthony Ferraro P.C, Architect is a diverse practice with experience in schools, religious buildings, residential, municipal and commercial. \n \nIt is my philosophy that Architecture is sculpted by Client needs. \n \nThis thought process orchestrates a unique Client/Architect relationship from preliminary design through construction documentation. \n \nLicensed and insured in nine states, my practice offers comprehensive expedient service. I dedicate myself to providing professional and creative design in harmony with local and state requirements. \n \nAs a member of the American Institute of Architects and nationally certified by the National Council Architectural Board, I mandate all documentation is executed with the highest professional and ethical standards. This assures each client excellence in the practice of Architecture. \n \n \nI trust you will find my qualifications satisfactory. \n

Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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