--- title: "MAX PARANGI ARCHITECTS — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/max-parangi-architects-pfvwus-pf~151899727 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~151899727.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "MAX PARANGI ARCHITECTS" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3c63801d03fe277e_0107-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "399 Knollwood Rd Ste 114, White Plains, New York 10603, United States" latitude: 41.0499 longitude: -73.7776 phone: "(914) 686-3359" website: http://www.MaxParangi.net rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 66 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # MAX PARANGI ARCHITECTS Original Houzz profile: [MAX PARANGI ARCHITECTS](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/max-parangi-architects-pfvwus-pf~151899727) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** White Plains, NY - **Serves:** New York City, Yonkers, Greenburgh, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, White Plains, Rye, Ossining, Eastchester, Mamaroneck, Port Chester, Harrison, New Castle, Scarsdale, Pelham, Tarrytown, Dobbs Ferry, Sleepy Hollow, Rye Brook, Valley Cottage, Hastings-on-Hudson, Nyack, Tappan, Tuckahoe, Bronxville, Larchmont, Fairview, Elmsford, Ardsley, Greenwich, Purchase, Armonk, Valhalla, Chappaqua, Hartsdale, South Nyack, Upper Nyack, Grand View-on-Hudson, Bergenfield, Cos Cob, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Englewood, Englewood Cliffs, New Milford, Northvale, Palisades, Tenafly - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 25 Ideabook Saves Max Parangi Architects, with almost three decades of experience, provides complete Architectural, Interior Design & Commercial Design services. Among these are zoning & feasibility studies, master planning, architectural design, working drawings, construction documents & specifications, facility programming, construction budget analysis, project cost estimates. The firm also offers complete interior design services, space planning, custom cabinetry, furniture design and specifications. The type of projects produced by Max Parangi Architects P.C. varies greatly in program, scale and construction amount. Depending upon the scope of work involved, the firm forms a joint venture or association with renowned architectural and interior design companies. This enables the Corporation to provide complete, efficient and economical services to the client. The firm worked for a variety of United States and overseas clients – private, commercial, corporate, institutional and public – and maintains a successful working relationship with a number of contractors and developers. ### 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 - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Structural Engineering - Basement Remodeling - Basement Design - Deck Design - Site Preparation - Laundry Room Design - Landscape Plans ### Areas Served - New York City - Yonkers - Greenburgh - New Rochelle - Mount Vernon - White Plains - Rye - Ossining - Eastchester - Mamaroneck - Port Chester - Harrison - New Castle - Scarsdale - Pelham - Tarrytown - Dobbs Ferry - Sleepy Hollow - Rye Brook - Valley Cottage - Hastings-on-Hudson - Nyack - Tappan - Tuckahoe - Bronxville - Larchmont - Fairview - Elmsford - Ardsley - Greenwich - Purchase - Armonk - Valhalla - Chappaqua - Hartsdale - South Nyack - Upper Nyack - Grand View-on-Hudson - Bergenfield - Cos Cob - Cresskill - Demarest - Dumont - Englewood - Englewood Cliffs - New Milford - Northvale - Palisades - Tenafly ### Typical Job Cost We work with a variety of projects of any size and budget. We pride ourselves on being very reasonably priced and extremely budget conscious on behalf of our clients. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | MAX PARANGI ARCHITECTS | | Address | 399 Knollwood Rd Ste 114, White Plains, New York 10603, United States | | Phone | (914) 686-3359 | | Website | http://www.MaxParangi.net | | License Number | Licensed in: NY - NJ - CT - MA | | Followers on Houzz | 66 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Max-Parangi-Architects-PC-424318961293970/ - Blog — www.maxparangi.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [MAX PARANGI ARCHITECTS](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/max-parangi-architects-pfvwus-pf~151899727) - **Website:** http://www.MaxParangi.net - **Phone:** (914) 686-3359 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Registered /Licensed Architect in the States of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, Washington DC. Visit our website for awards and publications. - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — Gerald Tam, July 2020** > Max is a terrific architect. Like many people during this quarantine, I’m thinking about building a deck for my yard. I’ve interviewed many architects and Max was by far the most responsive, thorough and patient architect. During the interviewing process, Max was the only architect who took the time to understand my project and provided advice. He also looked up my town’s code and informed me of my options. When looking for a surveyor, he took the time to speak w/ them and explain the request. I would highly recommend Max! **★★★★★ — keryna8, Nov. 2015** > Max and his team of wonderfully talented architects have made an indelible impact on my life! Creating my home was a truly amazing experience. Choosing Parangi Architects was one of the best choices I have ever made, and I know that sounds like a lot, but I'm serious. I'm living in my dream house because of Max. When I stepped into his office, I had a sketch of the kind of home I wanted and he was able to take every idea I had and blend it into an impeccable model of the perfect home for me. The process was thrilling, and Max is a true artist. At times I lay on the floor of my house and stare up at the gorgeous lines, curves and angles, at the beauty and symmetry that exists around me and I am overwhelmed. Max and Cristian listened to what I wanted, understood my desires and limitations, and literally made magic. > > The process was fun and friendly and I looked forward to seeing what we would come up with. Max and Cristian definitely had the "can- do" "make it work" kind of attitude instead of shooting down ideas. When the time came, they guided me with regard to finding a suitable contractor and gave me solid advice on what to expect from that experience as well. They were always professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. I honestly can not say enough good things about this team, they are the amazing progenitors of my dream home! **★★★★★ — rrogel, Nov. 2015** > Very knowledgeable and efficient. He listens and respects our opinions and very professional. Responds for our questions immediately and always available when we need him. Works well with our staff. **★★★★★ — ocd21, Nov. 2015** > Max, Cristian, Mo and all the staff at Parangi Architects were patient throughout our entire pool and backyard design process. We are happy with the service they provided and would not hesitate to use their service in the future. **★★★★★ — Christina Sidoti, Nov. 2015** > Max Parangi and his team at Parangi Architects have been wonderful to work with on a very large scale complete gut renovation of a multi family home in Astoria, Queens. They were patient and careful to listen to what we needed and they worked hard and had to be creative and patient to find ways to accomplish everything we needed from their architectural plans. They took time to speak with my clients and have shown old fashioned loyalty to the project. I have already recommended them a number of other times, and everyone has been very pleased. Everything that Parangi does is very functional and they also have some great suggestions when needed. They work very well with builders and designers alike. Max is a calm presence and voice and has great wisdom. I must compliment his team, Carolina, Peter and Chris who have always been gracious and helpful when Max is not around. But I must also add that Max while the proprietor of Parangi Architects, is always accessible and is very dedicated to each project to the end. **★★★★★ — lombardodoug, Nov. 2015** > I have used Max Parangi Architects for two home renovations and I strongly recommend their services. Max has a great staff- they are experienced and helpful. I am looking forward to my next project and I will certainly hire them. ## Selected projects - [New Residence - Englewood Cliffs, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-residence-englewood-cliffs-nj-pj-vj~658770) - Location: Englewood, NJ - Photos: 11 - Description: One of the most impressive estates in Englewood Cliffs, this home has been published in several Architectural and local magazines. The house has an incredible Great Room with a majestic open fireplace and double flues finished entirely in copper. With 6 spacious bedrooms and 5-1/2 bathrooms, the house provides ample living space for the family and for entertainment. Cathedral ceilings embellish this house throughout with a gorgeous 16’ X 16’ skylight and exposed stained beams. Travertine and gra… - [New Residence - Alpine , NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-residence-alpine-nj-pj-vj~1364461) - Location: Alpine, NJ - Photos: 9 - Description: This beautifully designed French Chateau residence in one of the prominent areas of Alpine, New Jersey, has two beautiful white carrera marble fireplace centerpieces with hand-carved mantels and an imposing circular staircase connecting all the levels of the house. In addition, this house has a full height partially finished attic space. Beautiful antique white kitchen cabinets with 3' thick counter tops, an adjacent pantry and wine cellar on the first floor, and a mahogany paneled study with bu… - [House Addition & Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-addition-and-kitchen-remodeling-pj-vj~2448050) - Location: Larchmont, NY - Photos: 9 - Description: This beautiful residence is located in the prominent Village of Larchmont, just 18 miles northeast of New York City. Our vision was to create an open floor plan concept between the new Kitchen, the Dinette area, and Family Room. The open concept allows for this space to be flooded with natural light from the Dinette and Kitchen windows, tying the two spaces into one. This traditional kitchen with modern touches, has two large islands perfect for casual eating and entertaining. The subtle color o… - [House Addition & Remodeling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-addition-and-remodeling-pj-vj~2448137) - Location: Yonkers, NY - Photos: 13 - Description: This residence was originally a Cape Cod style that was damaged by a major fire in 2015. We were commissioned to add a Second Story and remodel the First Floor and Basement. The Clients wanted a Transitional theme with a contemporary twist which was achieved with a semi-traditional exterior look, an open floor plan concept with contemporary interior high-end materials. The Client's had a very tight budget but we were able to redesign a beautiful and spacious "new" home for them. - [Interior Apartment Remodeling - Manhattan , NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interior-apartment-remodeling-manhattan-ny-pj-vj~660514) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 17 - Description: This fully renovated apartment is located in the Apthorp building, one of the most prestigious residential buildings in Manhattan's Upper West Side. This two bedroom apartment features two bathrooms with floor to ceiling Carrera marble slabs lining the shower walls and floors. It also features a beautiful white lacquer Poggen Pohl kitchen with 3" immaculate statuary Carrera marble counter top with a truly unique flexuous design. Thick eight-foot-high mahogany doors and moldings adorn the interio… - [New Residence - Watchung, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-residence-watchung-nj-pj-vj~1357754) - Location: Watchung, NJ - Photos: 13 - Description: This four-story residence sits on an extremely steep 3-Acre site overlooking Scotch Plains and the surrounding valleys. The entrance from the street is at the mezzanine level overlooking a two-story living room and family room area with a massive stone fireplace. A metal framing and glass bridge leads from the mezzanine level to a panoramic viewing area originally conceived as an inspirational painting and sculpting space for the homeowners. The windows throughout the house are all cedar framed… - [House Addition & Remodeling - Yonkers , NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-addition-and-remodeling-yonkers-ny-pj-vj~1364459) - Location: Yonkers, NY - Photos: 10 - Description: This single family residence is sited on the top of a ridge in Yonkers, New York overseeing far into the mountainside at the rear of the property. The tranquility of the site gave us the vision to design a home with large panes of fenestration on the entire length of the back walls yet keeping in mind an open floor plan concept. From its minimalistic interior walls, two-story cathedral ceilings, frameless windows at the dinette area, circular architectural stairs, and movement of the walls and c… - [Kitchen Remodeling - Edgewater, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-remodeling-edgewater-nj-pj-vj~1357690) - Location: Edgewater, NJ - Photos: 7 - Description: We were commissioned by our client to remodel the first floor of an existing 1990 townhouse in Edgewater, NJ overlooking the Hudson River. The kitchen flooring and all interiors were original. We removed a half a bath and a pantry in the middle of the space and opened up the newly designed beautiful Italian kitchen into the living room / family room area. The new cabinetry, flooring, backsplash, lighting and a very subtle color scheme contributed to the creation of an extremely modern and sleek… - [New Residence - New Rochelle, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-residence-new-rochelle-ny-pj-vj~1369256) - Location: New Rochelle, NY - Photos: 5 - Description: This residence is located in a quiet neighborhood on the North end of New Rochelle, NY. Custom designed for a Korean client, the house showcases a two-story entrance with a beautiful stone fireplace and cathedral ceilings with an exposed ridge beam and collar ties. Beautiful Italian marble has been installed in the kitchen, entrance, and throughout the bathrooms. The various gables and movement of the roof lines define the interesting and attractive exterior of this Center Hall Colonial. - [New Residence Yonkers, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-residence-yonkers-ny-pj-vj~1364454) - Location: Yonkers, NY - Photos: 7 - Description: This new residence for a professional photographer has been published in Architectural magazines upon completion. The house showcases some of our "signature" design elements, including barrel-vaulted ceilings, curved balconies, and circular staircases. Once you enter, the focal points of the house are the travertine and granite floors with an interlocking diamond motif and the three-story (30-foot-high) mosaic fireplace showcasing a vertical montage of rectangular limestone tiles, alternately re… - [Basement Remodel - Ardsley, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/basement-remodel-ardsley-ny-pj-vj~1369236) - Location: Ardsley, NY - Photos: 6 - Description: The lower level of this residence was constructed with a bi-level open floor plan concept in mind, consisting of a mezzanine, sub-level, and even a lower level that walks out to a beautiful rear Japanese garden. With this in mind, we designed an architectural centerpiece – a see-through fireplace visible from the sub-floor, the lower floor areas as well as from the mezzanine. The mezzanine level was designed as a sanctuary for the homeowners to concentrate, play, and compose music. The modern fu… - [New Katz](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-katz-pj-vj~1357728) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Addition & Remodeling - Ardsley, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/addition-and-remodeling-ardsley-ny-pj-vj~1364479) - Location: Ardsley, NY - Photos: 5 - Description: Our firm was commissioned by our client to remodel and extend the first floor of this residence and design a full second-story addition. We completely moved the kitchen from the front of the house to the rear and integrated it with the new family room extension to create a new open floor layout and a better flow for the entire first story. We removed and enlarged the stairs to the second floor, re-designed the existing three bedrooms, and added a full master suite. Our main goal for this project… - [Fashion Studio - Manhattan, New York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fashion-studio-manhattan-new-york-pj-vj~1364386) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 8 - Description: We were approached by renowned Fashion Designer Zang Toi, graduate of the famed Parsons School of Design to design his Manhattan showroom space, occupying the entire 20th floor of 18 East 48th Street. The House of Toi Fashion Studio was designed with an open floor layout, equipped with a showroom and a “James Bond” room where the modeling of Toi’s designs take place before making their way to the runway of New York City Fashion Show. This room is furnished with floor to ceiling mirrors, ample di… - [Professional Office - White Plains, New York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/professional-office-white-plains-new-york-pj-vj~1364426) - Location: White Plains, NY - Photos: 4 - Description: This professional office space was designed with an open floor plan concept in mind. Even though the conference room and offices are on the perimeter of the building, we installed a transom above the door of the office and a full height glass partition in the conference room to allow natural light into the design stations and circulation area. The transparency of the space, free-flowing circulation and lack of partitions make this space unique and comfortable to work in for long hours. We were a… - [Single Family Luxury Residences – Chester, New Jersey](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/single-family-luxury-residences-chester-new-jersey-pj-vj~1364450) - Location: Chester, NJ - Photos: 8 - Description: In 2008, our firm was retained by a group of Developers to create a Master Plan and individual Architectural residential designs for Paladin Estates, an $ 85 Million luxury development project located in the heart of Morris County, New Jersey. The project consists of (2) separate developments: Section I with (15) 4-Acre lots and Section II with (12) 2.4-Acre lots. This beautiful parcel of land, renamed Paladin Estates, was once the grounds of a historic country estate belonging to Mr. Henry Luce… - [Luxury Townhomes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/luxury-townhomes-pj-vj~1364438) - Location: Edgewater, NJ - Photos: 5 - Description: This 60-unit luxury townhomes complex is situated south of the George Washington Bridge in Edgewater, NJ at the edge of the Historic Hudson River overseeing the island of Manhattan. Our firm was hired to restore the entire exterior building envelope of the complex, originally built in the 1980s, and replace the deteriorated siding and roofing, restore all balconies with a new liquid-applied state of the art waterproofing membrane and new aluminum railings. In addition, we inspected and provided… - [Shechter Care & Rehabilitation Center - Manhattan, New York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shechter-care-and-rehabilitation-center-manhattan-new-york-pj-vj~1369176) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 4 - Description: Our firm was commissioned to design this progressive rehabilitation center for post-surgery patients with breast cancer, trauma and orthopedic surgical complications. The facility consists of various consultation and examination rooms as well as (5) specialized therapy rooms and a physical therapy gymnasium. Client’s guidelines required a simple modern layout with ample use of floor to ceiling frosted glazing panels for privacy while allowing natural light to infiltrate the inner sections of the… - [Medical & Physical Therapy Center - Manhattan, New York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/medical-and-physical-therapy-center-manhattan-new-york-pj-vj~1364405) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 6 - Description: We designed a state of the art medical & physical therapy facility in a high-rise building in the heart of Manhattan for New York Sports Medicine Associates. We custom designed every aspect of this facility including the circular reception desk area, exposed structural concrete ceiling and mechanical ductwork to achieve a mixture of an elegant modern industrial look with a touch of retro. - [Rudy's Sport & Entertainment Restaurant - Hartsdale, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rudy-s-sport-and-entertainment-restaurant-hartsdale-ny-pj-vj~1364503) - Location: Hartsdale, NY - Photos: 7 - Description: This recently completed project is undoubtedly one of the most attractive and interesting restaurants, sports bars and entertainment establishments in Westchester, NY. With a 1,200 square foot state of the art kitchen and another 4,300 square feet dedicated to the bar, cabaret and seating areas, this restaurant has an overall occupancy capacity of over 270. Beautiful brick face columns interspersed with wood paneling adorn the interior walls. Varying elevations accessible through ramps and platf… [See all 28 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/max-parangi-architects-pfvwus-pf~151899727) ## Community Q&A **Q: What are these countertops? Quartz or Granite??** *(in Photo Questions)* I have dark cherrywood cabinets, black appliances and black granite coutertops. Also have beige stone look ceramic floors. Way too dark. Don't know whether to change countertops, or paint cabinets? Backsplash? put in light backsplash and still doesn't look right. Help!! A: These countertops are real Granite. I think would be a better idea to change the stone rather than paint the cabinets. probably will be much more helpful to brighten up the Kitchen. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*