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# Bonaventura Architect

> Award Winning Brooklyn Architecture & Interior Design Firm

Original Houzz profile: [Bonaventura Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/bonaventura-architect-pfvwus-pf~788663196)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Brooklyn, NY
- **Serves:** New York City, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Hamptons, Long Island City, Nassau, Connecticut, Hudson Valley, Westchester
- **Verified License:** Yes
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2020–2025), for Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Pro Software User
- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- 50,000 Ideabook Saves
- Houzz Research - Insider
- Best of Houzz winner
- References available
- 22 years in business

### Business highlights

- Best of Houzz winner
- References available
- 22 years in business

Direct Contact: 347 907-0724, lb@bonaventuraarchitect.com, www.bonaventuraarchitect.com
Best of Houzz Design 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Best of Houzz Design 2020
Lorraine Bonaventura Architect is an award-winning architecture and interior design firm based in NYC and East Hampton. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Design Bureau, New York Cottages & Gardens, Remodelista, Brownstoner, LONNY, At Home Magazine and Interior Design. LBA's projects combine a thoughtful, modernist sensibility with an emphasis on comfort, livability and practicality.

LBA's design process responds to the project context and our client's goals. Beyond design, we manage the complex process of building and furnishing a project: analyzing codes and navigating cooperative boards and public agencies; coordinating with consultants and delivering well-documented plans; sketching custom furniture and inspecting it at the workroom — a process that begins at the first conversation until moving day. LBA's goal is to create beautiful, well crafted designs that improve with time. 

For Featured Editorials and Press, take a look at the websites provided below:

NY COTTAGES & GARDENS INNOVATION IN DESIGN AWARDS WINNER

CITY FARMHOUSE STYLE

AT HOME MAGAZINE

BROWNSTONER.COM

LONNY

HOUZZ

### 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
- Floor Plans
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- 3D Rendering
- Bathroom Design
- Green Building
- Space Planning
- Universal Design
- Multigenerational Homes
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Home Restoration
- Historic Building Conservation
- Project Management
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Barn Design & Construction
- Deck Design
- Site Preparation
- Landscape Plans
- Home Gym Design & Construction
- Construction Drawings
- Deck & Rooftop Design

### Areas Served

- New York City
- Brooklyn
- Manhattan
- Hamptons
- Long Island City
- Nassau
- Connecticut
- Hudson Valley
- Westchester

### Typical Job Cost

$350,000 - $5,000,000

$350,000 - $5,000,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Bonaventura Architect |
| Address | Brooklyn, New York 11201, United States |
| Phone | (347) 907-0724 |
| Website | http:// |
| License Number | RA New York State |
| Years in business | 22 |
| Followers on Houzz | 346 |

**Social profiles:**
- X (Twitter) — Lorraine Bonaventura
- LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/lorraine-bonaventura/70/851/552

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Bonaventura Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/bonaventura-architect-pfvwus-pf~788663196)
- **Website:** http://
- **Phone:** (347) 907-0724

## Credentials

**Verified License**
- Number: 023797
- Type: Architecture (003)
- Issued by: new yo

**Certifications & Awards**
- Brooklyn Heights Association, Board Member, Landmarks Committee
- Remodelista Design Awards 2017 Winner
- City Farmhouse Style, 2017, Abrams, Cover Feature
- Baldwin Design Council 2017-2019
- NYC&G Design Award Winner 2014
- NYC&G Innovation in Design Award Finalist 2013

- **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2020–2025), for Design.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews**

### Featured Review

**★★★★★ — Denise Worker, Feb. 2016**

> My husband and I recently completed a gut renovation that involved the combination of two one bedroom apartments in a landmark building in Brooklyn Heights.  Lorraine Bonaventura was our architect and collaborated with our contractor to create a beautiful, highly functional space that both accommodated and anticipated our needs.  She is aesthetically talented and brings meticulous attention to detail.  She is a good listener and was respectful of our desires and budgetary constraints.  She was a pleasure to work with and we recommend her without reservation.

**Comment from Bonaventura Architect:**

> Thank you Denise.
> It was great working with you and Joe on the apt. combination.
> I'm so glad that you both are happy with the new digs.

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — Odette Williams, Dec. 2014**

> Lorraine Bonaventura worked with us to do a full gut renovation to our Brooklyn townhouse.  Lorraine's attention to detail is what makes her work stand out. We were very happy with the quality and standard of the design and build. She listened to what we wanted for our home and helped us navigated the plethora of decisions that needed to be made throughout the process. We would highly recommend her.

**★★★★★ — joangoldberg, Nov. 2014**

> As a real estate broker with Brown Harris Stevens, I have had the pleasure of referring Lorrie Bonaventura to many clients who have purchased townhouses, lofts and apartments in Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens, Williamsburg, Manhattan and beyond. From broad scope interior design to total to the studs renovation of historic houses, her aesthetic sense is exquisite and she is highly attuned to client needs and preferences. Extraordinarily patient and diligent in all matters, she is also a simply lovely person with whom to work.

**★★★★★ — Julia Mack Design, LLC, Sept. 2014**

> Fresh off a beautiful home renovation project, Bonaventura Architect proves that old and new can live seamlessly together creating a unique and thoughtful balance between the two. By carefully considering each aspect of an existing house, new objects, both functional and decorative, add a strong and interesting sense of place and style. No opportunity is missed in an effort to create a strong and powerful concept that allows a home to be firmly grounded in the past but still looking optimistically toward a bright future.

## Selected projects

- [Cobble Hill -Townhouse Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cobble-hill-townhouse-renovation-pj-vj~597623)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 53
  - Description: Lorraine Bonaventura Architect is a Winner for this project in the 2017 Remodelista Design Awards and the 2014 New York Cottages & Gardens Innovation in Design Awards. This project is also featured on the cover of the design book: City Farmhouse Style This row house for a busy family in Cobble Hill underwent a complete transformation over two years. Every system and surface was replaced, the structure stabilized and reinforced. The house was altered from a four family to a two family residence,…
- [Quogue - Hampton's Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/quogue-hampton-s-beach-house-pj-vj~585459)
  - Location: Quogue, NY
  - Photos: 15
- [Brooklyn Heights Brick Row House: Bride's Row](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooklyn-heights-brick-row-house-bride-s-row-pj-vj~585155)
  - Location: Brooklyn, NY
  - Photos: 50
  - Description: Bride's Row: One of 5 identical row houses in Brooklyn Heights 1850's house was completely restored after being taken down to the brick, all new systems. Mantels were restored, plaster work recast, herringbone floors meticulously restored and replaced, new limestone and antique french oak floors added to kitchen and dining level. Every surface was completely redone, rebuilt or restored. Radiant heating, air conditioning was added, brick work repointed, new sand cast iron exterior railings, brown…
- [Brooklyn Brownstone Duplex](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooklyn-brownstone-duplex-pj-vj~2495020)
  - Location: Brooklyn, NY
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Brooklyn Heights brownstone duplex
- [NY Cottages & Gardens, Innovation in Design Award - 2014](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ny-cottages-and-gardens-innovation-in-design-award-2014-pj-vj~1539253)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [Mews House Cobble Hill Park, Brooklyn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mews-house-cobble-hill-park-brooklyn-pj-vj~2693889)
  - Location: Brooklyn, NY
  - Photos: 20
  - Description: Carriage House, Renovation, Custom furniture and built-ins, Summer pavilion in garden
- [BROWNSTONER: Brooklyn Heights “Brides’ Row” Gem Is Restored to Perfection](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brownstoner-brooklyn-heights-brides-row-gem-is-restored-to-perfection-pj-vj~1833488)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 8
- [Mural: Stained Glass Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mural-stained-glass-raleigh-durham-north-carolina-pj-vj~7493051)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: Mural: Stained glass, Twelve panels, Length: fifty feet From the Mountains to the Sea
- [City Farmhouse Style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/city-farmhouse-style-pj-vj~2553761)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: This new Book, City Farmhouse Style, published by Abrams. Release Date: September 12, 2017, by Kim Leggett. It features my Cobble Hill project on it's front and back cover. All Photography by Nicole Franzen
- [Park Slope 1899 Brick Rowhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/park-slope-1899-brick-rowhouse-pj-vj~5456445)
  - Location: Brooklyn, NY
  - Photos: 7
- [We are a Winner of the 2017 Remodelista Design Awards!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/we-are-a-winner-of-the-2017-remodelista-design-awards-pj-vj~2594430)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 1
- [Winner of the 2017 Remodelista Considered Design Awards Best Professional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winner-of-the-2017-remodelista-considered-design-awards-best-professional-pj-vj~6588215)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: The winner of the 2017 Remodelista Considered Design Awards Best Professional Living/Dining Room is Lorraine Bonaventura Architect in Brooklyn for her Cobble Hill Brownstone Living and Dining. The project was chosen as a finalist by guest judge Sheila Bridges, who said, “Brownstones can feel dark, but this one is full of light and has a great combination of elements both modern and classic; the neutral shades and personal, eclectic style—like the mismatched dining chairs—really set this apart.”…
- [Brooklyn Roof Deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooklyn-roof-deck-pj-vj~1833419)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Roof deck, Ipe decking, Custom painted steel and ipe railing, Vintage and new seating, Black and grey metal planters with native grasses, Teak expandable table seats 12
- [Catskill Mountain House Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/catskill-mountain-house-addition-pj-vj~909596)
  - Location: Catskill, NY
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: Kitchen and Dining Addition with new half bath, stone terrace and outdoor shower
- [Featured - LONNY Magazine Online](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/featured-lonny-magazine-online-pj-vj~1731897)
  - Location: Brooklyn, NY
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: It was a privilege to see our project published in LONNY Magazine online. This Brooklyn home was designed to create a rustic yet refined haven for a family of six.

[See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/bonaventura-architect-pfvwus-pf~788663196)

## Video

- [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/1071642171.m3u8?s=df50c3ed0cde4b5be2829c3c1101a203518da3b8&oauth2_token_id=1384357804)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Do you handle permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals?**
We absolutely handle the complex process of navigating codes, cooperative boards, and public agencies to secure necessary permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals for your project. Our goal is to make the process as smooth as possible for you.

**What types of projects do you specialize in (custom homes, remodels, additions)?**
We specialize in a wide range of residential projects, including custom homes, new home construction, home remodeling, and additions. Our approach combines a thoughtful, modernist sensibility with an emphasis on comfort, livability, and practicality to create beautiful, well-crafted designs.

**Do you provide full-service architectural services through construction?**
Yes, we provide comprehensive full-service architectural services from the initial concept through to construction and even moving day. Our process includes managing codes, coordinating with consultants, delivering detailed plans, and overseeing the project to ensure a seamless experience and a beautifully crafted result.

**Do you design fully custom homes?**
Absolutely, we specialize in designing fully custom homes. Our approach is to create unique, well-crafted designs that respond to your specific needs, the project context, and your goals, ensuring a home that is truly yours and improves with time.

**Do you specialize in specific architectural styles?**
Our design philosophy is rooted in a thoughtful, modernist sensibility. We aim to create spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also emphasize comfort, livability, and practicality, ensuring your home is both beautiful and functional.

*FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.*

## Ideabooks

- [Screened in Porch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/170778115/list/screened-in-porch) — 1 idea
- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/158657691/list/wish-list) — 3 ideas
- [Feature on Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/142180540/list/feature-on-houzz) — 1 idea
- [Row house Renovation in Cobble Hill](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131325208/list/row-house-renovation-in-cobble-hill) — 6 ideas
- [kitchen Florida](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/127576821/list/kitchen-florida) — 10 ideas
- [Pre-war Apartment: Brooklyn Heights: Progress Photos](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/115324879/list/pre-war-apartment-brooklyn-heights-progress-photos) — 16 ideas
- [Houzz Features](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104820128/list/houzz-features) — 19 ideas
- [Kids room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/89381251/list/kids-room) — 2 ideas
- [Remodelista](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/88915933/list/remodelista) — 5 ideas
- [HOUZZVisite Privée: Une maison des années 1880 remise à neuf à Brooklyn](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/61648310/list/houzzvisite-priv-e-une-maison-des-ann-es-1880-remise-neuf-brooklyn) — 1 idea
- [Entry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/84643841/list/entry) — 2 ideas
- [Outdoor Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86160467/list/outdoor-spaces) — 11 ideas
- [Houzz France: How to prepare an invigorating "retreat."](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60550132/list/houzz-france-how-to-prepare-an-invigorating-retreat) — 3 ideas
- [Laundry & Baths](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75245654/list/laundry-baths) — 27 ideas
- [Roof deck in Brooklyn](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65707694/list/roof-deck-in-brooklyn) — 6 ideas
- [Facades](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75246510/list/facades) — 2 ideas
- [Kitchen counter stools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64225083/list/kitchen-counter-stools) — 16 ideas
- [Design for Children](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60549409/list/design-for-children) — 5 ideas
- [Houzz Feature Denmark: Office: 12 simple and effective jobs at home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60550417/list/houzz-feature-denmark-office-12-simple-and-effective-jobs-at-home) — 1 idea
- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/158657690/list/wish-list) — 1 idea

[See all 33 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/lbonaventura)

## Community Q&A

**Q: White Paint color** *(in Photo Questions)*

Stunning home! I love that it’s paint it all white. Do use the same white? What is the paint color?

A: Also white with a large vintage oak cabinet

**Q: what specific brand of wood flooring** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This flooring is 6" pine boards, new 3/4"

**Q: What is the light fixture above the mirror?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The light fixture is a vintage light fixture from the owner's collection

**Q: lovely teahouse? is it a new addition?** *(in Photo Questions)*

That little teahouse is terrific!

A: Thank you, yes it is- it is in a garden of a late 19th century mews house in Brooklyn.

**Q: love the fireplace! where is it from?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: There are two fireplaces, they are both marble, early 19th century, and came from a townhouse in Manhattan's West Village.

**Q: Love this Bedding** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where is the pink/white coverlet from?

A: Clients picked out the bedding

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-14.*