--- title: "Spivak Architects — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/spivak-architects-pfvwus-pf~1454349364 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1454349364.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Spivak Architects" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c5b3d3b50a99b22f_8300-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "New York, New York, United States" latitude: 40.7143 longitude: -74.006 phone: "(212) 343-1166" website: http://spivakarchitects.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 15 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Spivak Architects Original Houzz profile: [Spivak Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/spivak-architects-pfvwus-pf~1454349364) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** New York, NY - **Serves:** New York City, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, Long Island City, Coney Island, Harrison, Far Rockaway, Astoria, Ft Lee, Hoboken, Jersey City, Kew Gardens, West New York - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2020), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves A boutique New York City architecture firm with a dynamic studio approach, offering unexpected solutions for residential, commercial and hospitality projects. Our goal is to provide design that expresses a client’s needs in a singular way, while maintaining the contextual fabric in which we live. We strive to create places that are alive, that contain elements of uniqueness and surprise that grow with our clients over the years. Our designs acknowledge that successful architecture must serve many functions simultaneously, providing places to work, to study, and to celebrate. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Barn Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Mudroom Design - Basement Design - Attic Conversion - Tiny House Construction - Staircase Design - Deck Design - Garage Design - Site Preparation - Landscape Plans - Laundry Room Design - Modular Home Additions - Home Gym Design & Construction - Rooftop Deck Installation - Log Home Construction ### Areas Served - New York City - Brooklyn - Queens - Manhattan - The Bronx - Long Island City - Coney Island - Harrison - Far Rockaway - Astoria - Ft Lee - Hoboken - Jersey City - Kew Gardens - West New York ### Typical Job Cost $200,000 - 10 million Our fee is typically a percentage of the job construction cost. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Spivak Architects | | Address | New York, New York, United States | | Phone | (212) 343-1166 | | Website | http://spivakarchitects.com | | Followers on Houzz | 15 | **Social profiles:** - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/howard-b.-spivak-architect-pc - Blog — http://spivakarchitects.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Spivak Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/spivak-architects-pfvwus-pf~1454349364) - **Website:** http://spivakarchitects.com - **Phone:** (212) 343-1166 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - AIA, LEED - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2020), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — james rinzler, Oct. 2019** > Our company has had a great working relationship with Spivak Architects for over 15 years now. They designed a spectacular glass jewel of a penthouse crowning a Beaux Arts building on Riverside Drive, its glass perimeter extending skyward with breathtaking views of the river and city. This being a landmarked building, removing the rooftop structure and slab to open up the space for this apartment was no easy task, requiring approval by the Landmarks Commission - a challenging, complicated labyrinth of a procedure that included multiple community presentations - a process Spivak Architects navigated adroitly. > > They also assisted us with converting two large residential buildings from rentals to condominiums, starting out with renovating a set of apartments which were already empty, and continuing to renovate as apartments became vacant throughout the years (this work presently continues), also serving as building architects (reviewing the plans created by architects hired by individual owners). At one of these buildings, they designed a canopy for the front entry, renovated the common spaces, and created medical offices in the cellar and ground floor - one of the doctors who became a tenant in one of these spaces ended up hiring them to design their interior. > > Spivak Architects are creative thinkers who also understand the market, producing designs that are desired by potential purchasers. They've proven to be trustworthy and reliable through the years, consistently putting forth quality work during our collaboration. **★★★★★ — Yael Benadrete, Oct. 2019** > For our house in WaterMill in Hamptons, we used Spivak . With Spivak Architects’ creative input, we opened our eyes to possibilities that we did not consider - they came up with a totally different plan where the kitchen opens up to the dining room, extending outwards with a sunroom addition, connecting us to the beautiful landscape outside through a set of sliding glass doors that envelop the whole length of the yard. The top of this new sunroom is now a roof deck that is part of the master suite. Spivak Architects have been guiding us through each step of the renovation process - from working out the plan details to negotiating with our contractor, their team has been supportive and responsive as the renovation evolves. If you are looking for a team that can inspire you with fresh ideas, but also lead you through the unglamorous, nitty-gritty steps that are required to make them a reality, then you’ve found the right firm! We look forward to soaking in many summers to come at our new seasonal home. > Yael **★★★★ — Sotha Thoeun, Oct. 2019** > Our company has had a great working relationship with Spivak Architects for over 15 years now. They designed a spectacular glass jewel of a penthouse crowning a Beaux Arts building on Riverside Drive, its glass perimeter extending skyward with breathtaking views of the river and city. This being a landmarked building, removing the rooftop structure and slab to open up the space for this apartment was no easy task, requiring approval by the Landmarks Commission - a challenging, complicated labyrinth of a procedure that included multiple community presentations - a process Spivak Architects navigated adroitly. > > They also assisted us with converting two large residential buildings from rentals to condominiums, starting out with renovating a set of apartments which were already empty, and continuing to renovate as apartments became vacant throughout the years (this work presently continues), also serving as building architects (reviewing the plans created by architects hired by individual owners). At one of these buildings, they designed a canopy for the front entry, renovated the common spaces, and created medical offices in the cellar and ground floor - one of the doctors who became a tenant in one of these spaces ended up hiring them to design their interior. > > Spivak Architects are creative thinkers who also understand the market, producing designs that are desired by potential purchasers. They've proven to be trustworthy and reliable through the years, consistently putting forth quality work during our collaboration. **★★★★★ — Jorge Abad, Aug. 2019** > Our company has been very impressed with Spivak Architects. Having worked with them on projects of multiple scales, we appreciate their commitment to ensure a successful outcome. We have teamed up on projects of various types, from office renovations to complete building amenity packages. Their strong design expertise balanced with deep knowledge of constructability and code compliance is of great benefit. They are also excellent at managing complex project schedules in coordination with multiple consultants. It's a pleasure continuing our work with the Spivak team and we look forward to our collaboration on upcoming projects. **★★★★★ — Dan R., July 2019** > Over the years, Spivak Architects has been a trusted partner, working on both personal and business projects of mine. I met Howard Spivak when he was a patient at my first physical therapy practice - over the next 14 years, both our friendship and my business flourished, expanding from one location to eighteen & growing as of today - I credit a significant portion of this success to Spivak Architects. They've developed an award-winning architectural brand and standard across all of our locations, taking great care in designing each space around the needs and comfort of both the patient and therapist, and reinforcing our holistic approach to care. > On the personal project side, their team was just as attentive to my family's needs and aesthetic preferences, while guiding us to innovative solutions that we would not have considered without their help, while maximizing the use of space and creating a home with room for our family to grow. > Across all projects, the team listened to our needs and made sure they were represented in all steps of the process - from design to bidding and negotiation to construction. Spivak Architects have my highest recommendation, for projects large or small. **★★★★★ — Daniel Elias, June 2019** > Several years ago, I sought Spivak Architects' advice on how to proceed with a multi-unit townhouse building I bought in the West Village. After several studies, we proceeded to renovate the 16 units within the building, which ranged in complexity - a patchwork of apartments in various states of disrepair - some hadn’t been touched since the early 1900's which required structural work to replace rotting joists. Others had been updated more recently but needed a facelift. The Spivak Architect’s team worked creatively with the small space of these apartments, giving them new functional layouts and making them practical and comfortable for future tenants. They doggedly persevered through working out the tangle of landmark violations that this building came with, which included restoring the façade and wrought iron canopy to its historic state. I'm extremely grateful to have had a team as responsive and available as Spivak Architects on my side through the many challenges this building presented. I recommend them unequivocally! **★★★★★ — Sue Willis, May 2019** > I can’t say enough wonderful things about Spivak Architects. They expertly designed my post-production office space last summer, which needed to be both a space for high end film and advertising clients and focused high tech teamwork. Spivak created such an intimate feeling and relationship between our editing rooms and our communal lounge space. They considered every detail during the build. They were so thoughtful in making sure that the clients who would inhabit the space, would be comfortable and effective in their work. They were invariably professional and easy to collaborate with. They were always on time and on budget. The end results fit our needs perfectly. Clients and employees alike absolutely love what they did with the space. I had the absolute easiest time building my new company because of them!!! We are so thankful to Spivak! ## Selected projects - [Upper West Side Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-west-side-townhouse-pj-vj~5621236) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 17 - [Riverside Drive Penthouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverside-drive-penthouse-pj-vj~2966188) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 20 - Description: A private owner commissioned this penthouse addition at 190 Riverside Drive, a landmarked Beaux Arts style 11-story residential building. The plus 5,000 SF single-family residence contains five discreet bedrooms and bathrooms and features a structurally uninterrupted 2,000 SF living space, enveloped by three-sided operable glass walls that open and extend out to a wrap-around terrace with panoramic views of the Hudson River. The breathtaking setting extends skyward as the perimeter glass walls f… - [Upper West Side Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-west-side-apartment-pj-vj~2966396) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 8 - [Chelsea Start-Up Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chelsea-start-up-office-pj-vj~5622907) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 12 - Description: We designed the headquarters for an internet lifestyle & media company of 150 employees, taking an approach that first closely analyzed the client’s needs for shared lounge vs. personal desk space. Within 6 months, the company expanded to fill an additional floor – the 11th floor houses the editorial staff and senior management, while the 6th floor houses the sales & business force and engineering staff. The glass cube offices are a result of a careful regard towards the balance of the need for… - [Murray Hill Residences](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/murray-hill-residences-pj-vj~5622943) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 14 - [The Mark Hotel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-mark-hotel-pj-vj~5650884) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 13 - [Midtown West Residences](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/midtown-west-residences-pj-vj~5622997) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 18 - [Upper East Side Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-east-side-townhouse-pj-vj~5620349) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 9 - Description: In this complete renovation of a narrow Manhattan townhouse into a single family residence, we sought to create a unique sense of home by carefully balancing grandeur and intimacy. Located in a landmarked area, the project maintains a contextual outer shell that contrasts with a more modern and spatially unexpected interior. At the center of the house is a sixty foot atrium with an intertwined staircase and glass elevator core that culminates in a steel skylight. The floors on either side of the… - [Spear Physical Therapy Brooklyn Heights](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spear-physical-therapy-brooklyn-heights-pj-vj~5616239) - Location: Brooklyn, NY - Photos: 15 - Description: Howard Spivak and Dan Rootenberg, Spear CEO, were brought together as patient and therapist in 2004. Their relationship has evolved into a friendship as well as a successful partnership. Fourteen years on, the architect/client design collaboration has resulted in eighteen cutting-edge physical therapy clinics across NYC. Howard and Dan and their teams have grown together. Starting with their personal and patient therapist relationship, they then included their teams into the process helping to e… - [Humboldt Street Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/humboldt-street-townhouse-pj-vj~5616425) - Location: Brooklyn, NY - Photos: 3 - Description: This new two-family dwelling in Williamsburg, Brooklyn consists of a three-story main home and a single-level garden unit. Steel beams, columns and a staircase are exposed throughout to express the nature of the building’s construction. An elegant four-story cantilevered stair connects all levels of the home’s main domicile with a rooftop garden space. In addition to functioning as the main stair of the house, this vertical connection allows for both the conveyance of light and circulation of fr… [See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/spivak-architects-pfvwus-pf~1454349364) ## Ideabooks - [Staircases](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/105546940/list/staircases) — 6 ideas - [Exterior Inspirations](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/105546941/list/exterior-inspirations) — 4 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/spivakarchitects) ## Community Q&A **Q: I love this bed and bedside table!** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you let me know where this is from? Also, really love your staircase with the built in desk, I don't suppose you are able to design something for London are you? A: Hi Jeremy! Apologies we didn't see your question sooner. The bed, nightstands and under staircase desk were all designed by us, and we'd be happy to work with you to design something for you in London! Please email us at info@spivakarchitects.com --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*