--- title: "Bespoke Architecture, PLLC — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/bespoke-architecture-pllc-pfvwus-pf~2082267425 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~2082267425.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Bespoke Architecture, PLLC" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f1137e8306d74906_9512-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "New York, New York 10037, United States" phone: "(347) 688-2724" website: http://www.bespokearchitecture.com rating: 5 review_count: 10 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 18 last_updated: 2026-09-13 --- # Bespoke Architecture, PLLC Original Houzz profile: [Bespoke Architecture, PLLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/bespoke-architecture-pllc-pfvwus-pf~2082267425) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** New York, NY - **Serves:** New York City, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Chelsea, Harlem, Tribeca - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2021), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Online consultation - High-end - 20 years in business People respond to their surroundings in profound ways - often unconsciously. The chance to design one's built environment is a rare and powerful opportunity. The spaces we inhabit shape how we live. These spaces can be designed to enhance not only our lives as they are, but how we ideally want them to be. Clients placing a priority on family, or privacy, or entertaining guests, have desires that can be enhanced by creating the spaces that support them. This is the essence of Bespoke Architecture. Bespoke Architecture is dedicated to obtaining exceptional results in custom crafting designs for our clients while being a mindful guardian of their budgets. We bring over 25 years of experience in New York City architectural design, as well as NYC Zoning and Building Code expertise. We have ongoing relationships with structural & mechanical engineers, landscape architects, and interior designers, and expediters to ensure your project has access to any expertise required. Our hands-on approach has led us to develop a level of practical construction knowledge unusual for many architecture firms. We specialize in Brownstones, Townhouses, Lofts, and Penthouse Additions. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Sustainable Design - Energy-Efficient Homes - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Historic Building Conservation - Staircase Design - Brownstones - Custom Home - Lofts - Penthouse Additions - Townhouses ### Areas Served - New York City - Brooklyn - Manhattan - Chelsea - Harlem - Tribeca ### Typical Job Cost $75,000 - 3.5 million This is the range from a small remodelling to a gut renovation of a full townhouse or loft. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Bespoke Architecture, PLLC | | Address | New York, New York 10037, United States | | Phone | (347) 688-2724 | | Website | http://www.bespokearchitecture.com | | License Number | NYS 037850 | | Followers on Houzz | 18 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/bespokearchitecture - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-holtzman-436a7a37/ - Blog — www.bespokearchitecture.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Bespoke Architecture, PLLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/bespoke-architecture-pllc-pfvwus-pf~2082267425) - **Website:** http://www.bespokearchitecture.com - **Phone:** (347) 688-2724 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Registered Architect, Certified Passive House Designer, - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2021), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 10 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 10 reviews **★★★★★ — HU-386957650, Dec. 2020** > We have worked with Peter of Bespoke Architecture on various projects over the course of ten years. from his brilliant, clean solutions for a small 400 square-foot one-bedroom to his elegant sense and attention to detail for renovations of a 5000 square-foot brownstone, peter has always been a great, calm and innovative problem solver with a keen sense of appropriate design. From the smallest of details to the overarching design and all in between, peter is always there for us: patient, kind and respectful...whom we can fully and happily depend on. **★★★★★ — HU-793503217, Dec. 2020** > Bespoke Architecture epitomizes how the architecture process should be. Peter Holtzman, principle architect for our kitchen remodel, was creative, knowledgeable, attentive, efficient and always ready to address unexpected complications. He is extremely knowledgable about building structures and design, and consistency suggests multiple solutions to complex problems. He is very responsive and an excellent communicator. He provided excellent ideas, always attentive to budget constraints and concerns, and kept the process simple and painless. And, we worked from different cities for most of the project. We will work again with Peter a on all future projects. Excellent choice and super professional team. Thanks Bespoke Architecture! **★★★★★ — JIm Shapiro, Dec. 2020** > Peter worked with us to add a balcony and stairs and open up the back of a townhouse with more glass in Harlem. He managed the project from beginning to end, through landmarks approvals, permitting, supervising the contractor and signing off on the completed job. In a couple of instances, Peter came up with exceptionally creative ideas (how to hang the window boxes on the outside of the balcony railing; how to maximize storage in the renovated master bedroom). It came out beautifully and the inevitable unexpected problems were handled calmly and professionally. Peter is a steady hand to guide any project and I would recommend him without hesitation. **★★★★★ — Ann Hamm, Nov. 2020** > I was nervous because this was the first time I’d used an architect, fearing I’d be taken advantage of. After researching, conferring with others I felt comfortable with my decision to use his services. Peter provided an architectural rendering of the job, which entailed moving the entire kitchen from one floor level to another; he also served as the expediter on this job, which proved to be an invaluable piece, as the construction contractor was dragging things along. Peter was also very patient and considerate after I asked for changes to the rendering, charging just a small fee. I am quite pleased with his work and would recommend him to anyone that is looking for a no nonsense, efficient architect. **Comment from Bespoke Architecture, PLLC:** > Thank you so much, Ann! I'm glad I could reassure you as well as design you a great space. I hope you enjoy it for years to come. **★★★★★ — demetraspil, Nov. 2020** > Very pleasant, responsive and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure working with them and would do it again in a minute. **Comment from Bespoke Architecture, PLLC:** > Thank you! Your place looks great, and it was a pleasure working with you as well. I look forward to our next project! **★★★★★ — JIm Shapiro, Oct. 2020** > Our project started with the need to replace a roof. Peter helped us add a beautiful front porch and deck and alter the roofline (by adding rakes at the gable ends). His suggestion to add the rakes added tremendously to the esthetics of the end result. He was incredibly diligent in developing the final drawings and quite flexible working with our contractor to make sure he built to the specs. **Comment from Bespoke Architecture, PLLC:** > Thanks Jim, I'm so glad you are pleased! It's always gratifying to have repeat clients. **★★★★★ — Brownstone gut renovation, Oct. 2020** > Peter Holtzman of Bespoke Architecture is a unique combination of architect, pragmatist, and NYC building code guru. Working with him saved me a lot of time and money because he knows the Building Code well-enough that he designs things that will get approved by NYC. And - if you follow his advice - he makes a lot of recommendations for cost-effective approaches that don't just take into consideration building cost, but ongoing time and maintenance costs. He is more knowledgable about mechanical, plumbing and electric systems than most architects and so the contractors appreciated working with him. Also, he is reliable, smart, and an effective problem solver which made for smooth construction phase. All this and the building and the interiors look great! **Comment from Bespoke Architecture, PLLC:** > Wow, all of this is so kind of you to say! I really enjoyed working on your project - it really gave me the chance to integrate all of the systems to make a great project. **★★★★★ — Mitchell Baker, Oct. 2020** > Bespoke Architecture designed and supervised a gut bathroom renovation in Manhattan to replace a tub with a smooth floor shower. The age of the building required full replacement of plumbing to modern hardware and code. Peter Holtzman is incredibly bright, expertly navigated the city permitting, the co-op board's architect, the super, and our contractor during the pandemic through a small job that won't win awards or glory, but will let my mom stay in her apartment in dignity and style. Peter is a good communicator and was responsive to requests for input and intervention with the building. **Comment from Bespoke Architecture, PLLC:** > Thanks Mitchell, I really appreciate your words. I'm so glad we were able to fix up your mom's place so she could stay there in ease and comfort. **★★★★★ — Robert Pair, Oct. 2020** > Peter has advised and helped me and many clients over the past 2 decades. He takes his job seriously, stays on top of his craft and knows how to navigate an extremely complex Department Of Buildings when needed. > > Robb Pair > (Sensitive Information Hidden) **Comment from Bespoke Architecture, PLLC:** > Thanks Robb. I have liked working with you over the years. All of these projects have helped my refine my craft, and it's been a great experience. I hope for another two decades of working with you. **★★★★★ — Uptown Townhouse, Oct. 2020** > Love working with Pete Holtzman - and have used him on many of my projects but the one in the photo is the first one that we worked on together as Peter also knows LPC. He knows the DOB rules and regs backward and forwards, gives great input, and figures out how to get things done. > Bill Rohlfing / Uptown Townhouse **Comment from Bespoke Architecture, PLLC:** > Thanks so much Bill! All of the times we have worked together have been great. The projects come out beautifully, and you are a pleasure to work with. I truly appreciate it each time you come back for another chance to work together! ## Selected projects - [Chelsea Triplex Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chelsea-triplex-apartment-pj-vj~6400835) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 8 - Description: Chelsea Triplex Apartment Three awkwardly combined apartments are transformed into an elegant and sophisticated Chelsea Triplex family home. The owners came to us with the intention of upgrading the mechanical system of their newly acquired apartment but quickly decided to have us thoroughly update the apartment using an urban, yet organic vocabulary. Through the application of tightly curated details and a palette of colors and finishes that infuse the clients’ vibrant and sophisticated style,… - [Harlem Brownstone Restoration](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/harlem-brownstone-restoration-pj-vj~6444244) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 15 - Description: The owners of this lovely but run-down Harlem Brownstone approached Bespoke Architecture to help them restore and update this gracious building with original details, into a two family home for their multi-generational family. BA created an elegant, spacious and light-filled triplex home on the top three floors. Restoring much of the original detail, but bringing the home in line with more contemporary living, flow and amenities. For the main Triplex unit, BA opened up the grand Parlor floor fro… - [Tribeca Loft Renovation & Penthouse Addition - Franklin St.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tribeca-loft-renovation-and-penthouse-addition-franklin-st-pj-vj~1610103) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 22 - Description: 4,600 square foot Tribeca Loft Renovation & Penthouse Addition We were approached to renovate the top-floor of a Tribeca loft building, add a penthouse and roof deck. The existing space was configured as two funky 1980s-era artist lofts and a failing tar roof. BA gutted the interior, combined the spaces, and added a jewel-box like penthouse and grand roof deck with sweeping, lower Manhattan views. The almost 4,500 square foot loft is a nod to the classic Tribeca warehouse building’s architecture… - [West Village Apartment Combination / Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-village-apartment-combination-renovation-pj-vj~1615938) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 8 - Description: Apartment Combination of three studio apartments into one loft-like two bedroom, West Village Apartment. The owner came to us for help with her apartment combination – itself a combination of two small studios – with the adjacent studio next door which she had just acquired. We tied the spaces together seamlessly to create one unified whole with no clues to the previous arrangement. In the process, we created an additional bedroom, a new and updated full bath, a new hall closet, additional kitch… - [California Kitchen Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-kitchen-renovation-pj-vj~1617037) - Location: Oakland, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: Kitchen Renovation – San Francisco East Bay We were approached for the kitchen renovation in this 1927 East San Francisco Bay Area mansion in California. The kitchen had a poorly executed late 1980s renovation that left the kitchen dark, with cheap looking and feeling cabinetry, low-end appliances, and very awkward circulation. The clients liked the basic kitchen arrangement, but wanted to improve the connection and circulation between the cooking area and the breakfast nook. The clients sought… - [Upper West Side Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-west-side-townhouse-pj-vj~1615965) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 15 - Description: Full Brownstone Renovation, Upper West Side, New York, NY When the client bought this brownstone in Upper West Side, it was obvious that the house has been badly maintained and cheaply renovated over many years, even though the house sits on one of the most prestigious blocks in New York City. The client wanted to restore the house to a more historically appropriate style to the original brownstone with rich architectural details. The program included gut renovation of the four story living spac… - [Penthouse Loft Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/penthouse-loft-addition-pj-vj~6443609) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 10 - Description: 5,000 Square Foot Triplex Tribeca NYC Loft and Penthouse For this NYC Loft and Penthouse, the owners wanted a dramatic yet comfortable home, to capitalize on a stunning view of downtown Manhattan, and to celebrate the existing building structure. The glass façades of the penthouse and courtyard provide two levels of open space that allow rain, snow, sun and skyline ‘into’ the interior. The existing structure was contrasted with new elements. Essentially a wall and roof were added but these ‘basi… - [Landmarked Harlem Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/landmarked-harlem-townhouse-pj-vj~1615941) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 7 - Description: 3,000 Square Foot Landmark Harlem Townhouse Gut Renovation Two couples bought this beautiful landmark Harlem townhouse building to divide into two duplex apartments. We designed and filed the entire division and layout of the building, and completely detailed and managed the construction process for one of the duplexes. The client wanted to update the living spaces for a more contemporary lifestyle while working with and matching the traditional architectural details. The program includes drasti… - [Garden Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-townhouse-pj-vj~6447196) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 10 - Description: A beautiful townhouse garden brought indoors by opening up the rear of the building. The Owners of this Landmarked Harlem Townhouse approached Bespoke Architecture to help them alter their building to allow them to indulge their love of gardening and to truly make the most of that rare Manhattan luxury – green space. The primary tasks in this were to upgrade a dark and awkward Master Suite, improve the connection of both the Master Suite and Kitchen/Dining area to the rear townhouse garden, and… - [Tribeca No . Moore Loft & Penthouse Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tribeca-no-moore-loft-and-penthouse-addition-pj-vj~6443252) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 13 - Description: 4,000 square foot Tribeca Loft Renovation & Penthouse Addition This top floor loft in a former warehouse building has been dramatically converted into a spacious multi-level loft with penthouse and roof deck. Having lived in Tribeca for many years, the owners were eager to expand their existing “bare bones” loft to a home more suitable for their growing family, as well as maximizing the value of their property. After various considerations, sophisticated multiple levels were created as a result… - [Sugar Hill Duplex](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sugar-hill-duplex-pj-vj~6409081) - Location: New York, NY - Photos: 7 - Description: We worked closely with the owners to craft this "Cozy Industrial" Harlem Brownstone Duplex just to their taste. [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/bespoke-architecture-pllc-pfvwus-pf~2082267425) ## Community Q&A **Q: what's the desk system** *(in Photo Questions)* hi - what is the desk system and where can I buy it? A: Hi Aaron, it is a custom-built desk, not a system **Q: picture** *(in Photo Questions)* hi there, can you please tell me who the artist is for this picture? photo? painting? it is spectacular. thank you! A: Hello, I'm afraid I don't know, it was selected by the owner. **Q: Love the table** *(in Photo Questions)* Who makes the table? Or was is custom? A: Yes, it was custom-made. **Q: My office desk** *(in Photo Questions)* I want my office to have desks as similar as this. Thanks for the ideas! A: I'm glad you like it! The shelves in the brick recess are reclaimed joists (like those seen in the skylight opening) and the desktop surface is the reclaimed original warehouse flooring. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-13.*