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# Donald M. Rattner, Architect

Original Houzz profile: [Donald M. Rattner, Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/donald-m-rattner-architect-pfvwus-pf~563312143)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Greenwich, Connecticut and New York, NY
- **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews)

## About

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Architect Donald M. Rattner helps individuals and organizations maximize their creativity by drawing on scientific research into the psychology of space. Educator and author as well as practitioner, Rattner’s publications include "My Creative Space: How to Design Your Home to Stimulate Ideas and Spark Innovation," entries in professional reference books, and numerous contributions to print and online channels.

He has taught at the University of Illinois, New York Academy of Art, New York University, and Parsons School of Design. Workshop and lecture venues include NeoCon, Metrocon, Creative Problem Solving Institute, Creative Mornings, and many others. His work has been featured on CNN and in such publications as The New York Times, Work Design Magazine, L-Magazine, and Better Humans. Podcast interviews can be found on Creativity Quest, Love Your Work, The Creative Life, and Killer Innovations, among others.

Rattner holds a Bachelor’s in art history from Columbia and a Masters of Architecture from Princeton.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Donald M. Rattner, Architect |
| Address | Greenwich, Connecticut and New York, New York 10128, United States |
| Phone | (212) 625-3338 |
| Website | https://donaldrattner.com |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/donaldrattneraia/
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-m-rattner-ra-b5472221/
- Blog — https://donaldrattner.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Donald M. Rattner, Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/donald-m-rattner-architect-pfvwus-pf~563312143)
- **Website:** https://donaldrattner.com
- **Phone:** (212) 625-3338

## Selected projects

- [Residential Portfolio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-portfolio-pj-vj~3973070)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 36

[See all 1 project](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/donald-m-rattner-architect-pfvwus-pf~563312143)

## Ideabooks

- [NH powder rm faucet](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/155121751/list/nh-powder-rm-faucet) — 2 ideas
- [Kitchen renovations 2021](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/154466470/list/kitchen-renovations-2021) — 8 ideas
- [MOLDINGS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/147645567/list/moldings) — 13 ideas
- [Introduction](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109630132/list/introduction) — 13 ideas
- [6 Think back](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109005270/list/6-think-back) — 10 ideas
- [7 Embrace Detail And Complexity](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77556537/list/7-embrace-detail-and-complexity) — 15 ideas
- [10 Face Your Space](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109582775/list/10-face-your-space) — 16 ideas
- [11 Gather In A Circle](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77555433/list/11-gather-in-a-circle) — 25 ideas
- [13 Stand Up For Yourself](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109582875/list/13-stand-up-for-yourself) — 29 ideas
- [16 Make It Beautiful](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110784388/list/16-make-it-beautiful) — 12 ideas
- [19 Let In Natural Light](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77555030/list/19-let-in-natural-light) — 19 ideas
- [20 Be Smart With Your Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109583141/list/20-be-smart-with-your-lighting) — 11 ideas
- [21 Dim The Lights](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109583113/list/21-dim-the-lights) — 22 ideas
- [24 Pick Up The Scent](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77555245/list/24-pick-up-the-scent) — 23 ideas
- [26 Nap](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/89952603/list/26-nap) — 47 ideas
- [29 Make A Fire. Or Look At A Picture Of One](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77555099/list/29-make-a-fire-or-look-at-a-picture-of-one) — 15 ideas
- [33  Exercise](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/47948209/list/33-exercise) — 15 ideas
- [37 Take A Break (Chores)](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109570929/list/37-take-a-break-chores) — 8 ideas
- [46 Read](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44419347/list/46-read) — 53 ideas
- [48 Really Get Out Of The House](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110743830/list/48-really-get-out-of-the-house) — 10 ideas

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-06.*
