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# Gregory Colston Architect

Original Houzz profile: [Gregory Colston Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/gregory-colston-architect-pfvwus-pf~1325939552)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** New York, NY
- **Serves:** New York City, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Hamptons, Chelsea, Chicago, Hoboken, Hudson Yards, Jersey City, Long Beach Island NJ, Lower Manhattan, North Jersey, Peck Slip, Soho, Upper East, Upper West, Washington DC, Weehawken
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Gregory Colston, LEED AP has been practicing architecture for over 20 years. His design principles are predicated on some basic architectural ideas:

"Simple concepts, singular moves, and layered materiality project spatial comfort and clarity without cogitation."

Greg and his team are committed to a hands-on experience and the highest level of customer support. Gregory Colston Architect has worked on several multimillion dollar projects of varied architectural typologies.

Dedication to environmental responsibility is fundamental to Gregory Colston Architect's philosophy. Constructing and operating buildings is resource intensive and GCA strives to minimize this impact.  We design energy-efficient buildings and spaces that support sustainable technology and renewable materials.

A growing public awareness of this mission and the proliferation of products and techniques for responsible construction is inspirational. We explore innovative and expressive ways to apply these technologies with out compromise of rigorous functional and beautiful design.

Highly collaborative in nature, the firm approaches design as a dialogue between client, design team and site. Each project creates challenges and solutions that are relevant to the project environs and tailored to a clients' specific needs. If your project is an interior fit up or a ground-up structure, Gregory Colston Architect has the experience to deliver a successful and innovative project design.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Sustainable Design
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- 3D Rendering
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Bathroom Design
- Green Building
- Space Planning
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Universal Design
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Home Restoration
- Historic Building Conservation
- Project Management
- Outdoor Kitchen Design
- Barn Design & Construction
- Landscape Plans
- Passive Solar Heating & Cooling
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Rooftop Deck Installation
- Dock Design & Construction
- Apartment Design
- Architecture
- Construction Drawings
- Life Changing Design
- Loft Design
- Prewar Apartments
- Property Evaluation
- Sustainable Architecture
- Townhome Design

### Areas Served

- New York City
- Brooklyn
- Manhattan
- Hamptons
- Chelsea
- Chicago
- Hoboken
- Hudson Yards
- Jersey City
- Long Beach Island NJ
- Lower Manhattan
- North Jersey
- Peck Slip
- Soho
- Upper East
- Upper West
- Washington DC
- Weehawken

### Typical Job Cost

$50,000 - 5 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Gregory Colston Architect |
| Address | 34 Avenue A, New York, New York 10009, United States |
| Phone | (212) 804-6279 |
| Website | https://glcolston.com/ |
| License Number | NY-035353 NJ-19371 |
| Followers on Houzz | 135 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/ColstonArchitect
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/gregory-colston-architect
- Blog — glcolston.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Gregory Colston Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/gregory-colston-architect-pfvwus-pf~1325939552)
- **Website:** https://glcolston.com/
- **Phone:** (212) 804-6279

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- LEED AP, RA
- Licenced In NY, NJ and IL

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews**

### All 7 reviews

**★★★★★ — Elyse Zaccaro, Oct. 2016**

> Greg is the best. He renovated out triplex loft in NYC and it wasn't easy. It was a combined apartment that was done very poorly (by an architect no less) Greg  immediately understood what we wanted. He suggested we keep a few existing items (bathroom vanities etc) and put our money where it made sense-- the kitchen, floors and finishings. He brought in an incredible contractor whom he worked closely with daily. Greg was also very accessible (I called him a lot!!) --He's a perfectionist and a very nice guy to boot!  Plus he's trustworthy and honest-- I always knew he had my best interest in mind. I have recommended him to friends and can't say enough great things about him. If you're planning a renovation or new construction Greg should be the first (and only) call you make!

**★★★★★ — Joe Spetly, Oct. 2016**

> We are extremely pleased with the work Gregory Colston has done for us.  From our first meeting we were impressed by his energy and the excitement he showed about the possibilities for our apartment. The way he described the renovation process conveyed experience and practicality that instilled confidence--which we were right to feel!  The design he produced, a welcomed departure from anything we could have imagined, maximized the potential of the space and views, and gave us a home we love!  Greg and his very competent staff were with us every step of the way, greatly simplifying the daunting process of selecting finishes, fixtures and furnishings, and introducing us to materials and options we had been unaware of and were very pleased to find.  Working closely with the contractor, they kept the construction phase on schedule and within budget—in a New York City co-op no less! The inevitable issues and changes were handled with ease and efficiency. We heartily recommend Gregory Colston Architect.

**★★★★★ — Michael Connell, Oct. 2016**

> Extremely talented architect:  highly creative, very collaborative, very little ego and a joy to work with.  Quality of service was very high, knowledgeable, and professional meeting deadlines and staying within budget. Made the process enjoyable and for the most part painless.  Would hire him again in a second

**★★★★★ — haltao, Aug. 2016**

> Greg is extremely good to work with, and did an excellent job on our project.
> He produced multiple design options for us efficiently and went over each of them with us personally and in detail.  He worked closely with us through all phases of the project providing thoughtful advice on materials (flooring, windows, appliances) and other items, and spent a lot of time with us making sure everything was exactly the way we wanted it.  He was always friendly and resourceful, with a can-do attitude and a diligent and responsive
> approach.

**★★★★★ — Som K, July 2016**

> Working with Greg was the best decision I made concerning my apartment.  He managed to make life unexpectedly easy while delivering a living space far beyond my expectations.
>
> Greg took the general Parisian aesthetic I wanted and fluidly married it to his modern and open sensibilities.  He has a deeply intuitive understanding of space, light, and flow, and will guide you through the consequence of color and textures.  Always keeping in mind the effect decisions have on the way you experience a space, Greg’s direction on every detail is as welcomed as it is effective.
>
> When it comes to working with Greg and his team, you’ll be hard pressed to find any other professionals as enjoyable and patient.  Rather quickly, Greg fully understood my tastes and constructively filtered my choices to a manageable selection, saving me from endless browsing through dizzying catalogs.  Relaxed and patient, he’ll lucidly explain the effect of your choices and will guide you towards what he thinks is best.
>
> The heavy lifting of overseeing the construction was done by Greg, as well.  I trusted him to manage every step of the gut renovation, from filing permits, hiring and supervising contractors, and recommending and purchasing fixtures and furniture.  As the inevitable issues arose, Greg’s experience and creative solutions were essential time and money savers.

**★★★★★ — jeremybolger, June 2016**

> As a real estate broker here in NYC,  I have seen a good deal of renovated spaces and many that Colston Architects have renovated. When it came to my renovation I chose Greg's office because of the work and the positive feedback I had heard from his clients.  Without doubt Greg squeezed every inch out of my apartment and made it better than I could have imagined.  In a sometimes maddening world of renovation unknowns, Greg and his team cut straight through the noise.  Greg presented clear designs and explained what each means from an ascetic and cost-benefit perspective.   Greg has a number of working relationships with vendors and contractors and leverages those connections to negotiate the costs for his clients.  I feel I received a tremendous value from a gifted architect.   I have since recommended Colston Architects many times and will continue to do so until it's time for my next renovation!

**★★★★★ — Heidi M., June 2016**

> I never understood why people complained about their architect. We have been lucky enough to have worked with Greg Colston for the past decade on 3 projects, and have referred him to perhaps a dozen friends (and even my parents!), and we've never had anything but high praise for his work and approach to a job. Greg is always optimistic, always fighting every line-item to keep costs down, and always seeking the best contractors for the job. He can create spaces that are traditional, warm and contemporary, or austerely modern. As a result, we have renovated two dumpy lofts into gorgeous homes that we sold with very nice returns. We are currently working on a townhouse that we had Greg see before we even put in an offer; he saw a diamond in the rough and is making us a gorgeous home, all within our time and budget (a rarity in New York City).

## Selected projects

- [18th Street Brownstone](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/18th-street-brownstone-pj-vj~2177640)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: A newly built single-family townhouse in Gramercy Park.
- [Lakeview Chicago Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeview-chicago-residence-pj-vj~6776875)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 13
- [Upper Chelsea Loft A](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-chelsea-loft-a-pj-vj~1809778)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: 28 windows and 360 Degree Views make this loft great without any architecture but we gave it our best just the same. Flange-less fixtures and 11" wide long length white oak floors add timeless detail and the classic dumbbell configuration of public and private space make loft feel even larger than the existing 3200 SF.
- [Soho Loft Apartment 347](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/soho-loft-apartment-347-pj-vj~1810112)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 4
- [West Side Loft](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-side-loft-pj-vj~1258212)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 6
- [Soho Arches Building](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/soho-arches-building-pj-vj~6129767)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [LBI house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lbi-house-pj-vj~2917947)
  - Location: Ship Bottom, NJ
  - Photos: 4
- [Upper Chelsea Loft H](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-chelsea-loft-h-pj-vj~1256716)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 4
- [Silver Flat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/silver-flat-pj-vj~2590710)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 7
- [Downtown Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/downtown-terrace-pj-vj~2590688)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 6
- [Lower East Side Residence B](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lower-east-side-residence-b-pj-vj~1809729)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: Lower East Side Apartment Renovation with an Exterior Deck overlooking the New York City Downtown Skyline.
- [Lower East Side Residence H](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lower-east-side-residence-h-pj-vj~1809882)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: Lower East Side Apartment Renovation
- [Lower East Side Residence K](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lower-east-side-residence-k-pj-vj~6129567)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 10
- [Southport Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southport-home-pj-vj~6712179)
  - Location: Long Beach, NJ
  - Photos: 4
- [Grand Street Renovation II](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grand-street-renovation-ii-pj-vj~2177577)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 4
- [Brooklyn Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooklyn-townhouse-pj-vj~6129744)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [Chelsea Loft](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chelsea-loft-pj-vj~6712156)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 4
- [Upper Chelsea](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-chelsea-pj-vj~6712186)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 4
- [Palm Springs Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palm-springs-residence-pj-vj~7487960)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6

[See all 19 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/gregory-colston-architect-pfvwus-pf~1325939552)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131315118/list/wish-list) — 1 idea

[See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/glcolston)

## Community Q&A

**Q: I’d like info on the floors, please.** *(in Photo Questions)*

Are the floors lvt?  Brand? Color?

A: These are 7” solid white oak, plain sawn with Rubio Mono-coat finish.  They are truly stunning in person.

**Q: Love that Pink Paint color with the spooled red furniture.** *(in Photo Questions)*

What is the Pink color name/brand?

A: I believe the color here is Benjamin Moore 887 or a similar shade.

**Q: Flooring** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hi . . .  could you please tell me the material you used for the flooring in this beautiful home?
If it's engineered wood, maybe the manufacturer as well?
Thank you!  Lynn

A: Hi Jersey Cabana,  I was on LBI all week!  The floor is 7" sapwood ash and it is a solid wood floor.  It is beautiful when whitewashed because of the heavy cathedraling in the grain that warms up a cooler color using natural texture and pattern in the floor.

**Q: Hardwood floors** *(in Photo Questions)*

What type of wood floors are in the photo on your cover page? I would like to stain my white oak floors to look exactly like that. 
Thank you

A: Hello Lenlabi,  It may be too late and I apologize for the delay but these are bleached 7" white oak floors with Dura-seal "country white" stain - 2 coats

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-01.*