Business Details
43 Years
experience
Custom Architectural Design Services
We are architects and designers dedicated to fulfilling client needs through innovative and environmentally conscious designs. Our studio prioritizes the design process as much as the final project, tailoring each solution to specific client requirements. Founded in 1983, we have completed award-winning projects across residential, commercial, medical, and civic sectors, including MCA Records and Long Island Ronald McDonald House. Our work has been recognized in national and international publications, exhibitions, and design competitions. Principal Stuart Narofsky, a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, brings decades of experience and academic leadership to every project.Jennifer Rusch, our Architectural Manager, merges architectural and interior design expertise with over 30 years in hospitality, retail, and custom home design. We emphasize sustainability, as seen in our unbuilt Pratt Graduate Housing solution, and maintain active pro bono engagement in South America. Our portfolio includes published projects like the Port Washington Peninsula residence and Staten Island estate, reflecting our commitment to site-specific, client-centric design. We continue evolving through a living document of our 42-year journey, showcasing sketches, models, and renderings from our practice.
Services
Residential Architecture
Commercial Design
Interior Design
Sustainable Design
Custom Home Design
Medical Facility Planning
Civic Architecture
Hospitality Design
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 42 years of architectural expertise across residential and commercial sectors.
- Our team includes AIA-certified architects with international design recognition.
- We prioritize sustainable, site-specific solutions for every project.
- Our portfolio features award-winning projects published in global design platforms.
- We maintain active academic and pro bono engagement in architectural education.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Services
Residential Architecture
We create custom residential spaces tailored to site conditions and client lifestyles. Our approach integrates sustainable materials and innovative layouts while respecting neighborhood contexts. Projects range from modern renovations to full-scale estates with energy-efficient systems.
Commercial Design
Our commercial design services focus on functional, brand-aligned spaces for corporate offices and retail environments. We optimize layouts for productivity while incorporating aesthetic elements that reflect client identity. Recent projects include medical facilities and hospitality venues.
Interior Design
We specialize in interior solutions that merge aesthetics with practicality. Our team designs cohesive environments for residential and commercial clients, emphasizing material selection, lighting, and spatial flow to enhance user experience.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design practice incorporates energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials. We develop solutions that minimize environmental impact while maintaining architectural integrity, as demonstrated in our unbuilt Pratt Graduate Housing project.
Custom Home Design
We design one-of-a-kind homes that respond to unique site challenges and client preferences. Recent work includes a Port Washington Peninsula residence with terraced levels and a Staten Island estate optimized for family living.
People
Stuart Narofsky
Principal Architect
FAIA principal with 38 years of experience, recipient of AIA Long Island Lifetime Achievement Award. Teaches at NYIT, Pratt, and Drexel. Inducted into AIA College of Fellows in 2016.
Jennifer Rusch
Architectural Manager
Licensed architect managing firm operations with 30+ years in hospitality, retail, and custom home design. Oversees interior design integration across projects.
Tom Coronato
Architect
AIA-certified architect specializing in residential and commercial projects. Brings technical expertise to complex site-specific designs and client coordination.
Ximena Lopez
Architectural Designer
Design professional contributing creative solutions to residential and multifamily projects. Works closely with senior architects on concept development and client presentations.
Moyet Maestri
Interior Designer
Interior design specialist focusing on residential and commercial spaces. Develops cohesive material and furnishing selections that align with architectural concepts.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide residential, commercial, medical, and civic architecture, interior design, and sustainable design solutions tailored to client needs.
How long has your firm been in business?
Narofsky Architecture has been practicing for 42 years, established in 1983 by Stuart Narofsky.
Do you work on sustainable design projects?
Yes, we incorporate eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient systems in our designs, including unbuilt sustainable housing concepts.
Can you handle complex site-specific designs?
Our portfolio includes challenging projects like steep-slope residences and height-restricted buildings requiring creative spatial solutions.
Are your architects certified professionals?
Our team includes AIA-certified architects and licensed professionals with decades of combined experience in diverse project types.
