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October 18, 2007
need a recomendation for architect
hi,
my husband and i would like to duplex the top two floors of our brownstone as well as make a small addition on the roof. Can anyone recommend a good architect that will work with our VERY tight budget?
thanks.
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Am I the only one who wants to put Sam Fradkoff in here and see what happens?
Posted by: guest at October 18, 2007 1:09 PM
Rosa,
We have completed many projects like yours. We know the rules. If you would like to correspond send me an email netarc@att.net
Posted by: Suggajawehey at October 18, 2007 1:12 PM
From experience
"VERY tight budget" amd quality work do not go hand in hand.
Posted by: guest at October 18, 2007 3:24 PM
1. FAST
2. CHEAP
3. GOOD QUALITY
Pick two, you can't have all three.
Posted by: guest at October 18, 2007 8:08 PM
I would love to discuss your project with you. I've worked on many budget conscience projects mostly in Manhattan. If interested, please contact me.
mhm@studiolabdesign.com
Thanks,
Matt
Posted by: guest at October 19, 2007 12:51 AM
Extremely cheap is only an issue relative to the scope of work you plan to undertake...however doing an addition to the roof generally does not fall under the 'cheap' category.
Posted by: Espresso at October 19, 2007 9:58 AM
Roof addition can easily be $600/square foot.
Posted by: guest at October 19, 2007 9:59 AM
who is sam fradkoff?
Posted by: Rosa at October 19, 2007 10:43 AM
I hear that he is an *excellent* architect whose prowess has long been touted here on Brownstoner....
Posted by: guest at October 19, 2007 12:39 PM
Does Sam Fradkoff really exist? Or is reference to this name an insider's joke on this blog? He is so frequently mentioned here (good and bad).
If he does exist, please someone provide is contact info, as I'd consider consulting him, as I too am looking for an architect. I googled the name, but nothing of use came up.
Posted by: guest at October 19, 2007 2:45 PM
I hear "he was fishing off the coast of New York, and had a giant tuna on the line. When he tried to pull it in the tuna made a run for it, all the way to the coast of Spain, dragging him after it, still grasping the pole. A 25 foot great white, drawn to the commotion, swallowed him whole. Reached for comment, he said 'It's true. The shark got me. Tell the cops. Gotta run.'"
Posted by: guest at October 20, 2007 8:03 AM
to find out what you need to know google:
samuels v. fradkoff
also check the website:
http://www.op.nysed.gov/opsearches.htm
Posted by: guest at October 20, 2007 11:07 AM
Dude, relax! That link only proves that you have a case against Fradkoff. It doesn't prove that you won.
Posted by: guest at October 20, 2007 6:00 PM
yes, but checking the government wesite re licensure does prove fradkoff is not licensed to practice architecture but in his own website he describes himself as an "architectural designer", a title prohibeted by law to those not licensed to practise architecture. so whatever the outcome of samuels v fradkoff, there's a problem those looking to hire should know about. Q.E.D.
Posted by: guest at October 20, 2007 7:41 PM
7:41 - what did this fellow do to you?
Posted by: guest at October 20, 2007 7:48 PM
7:48 - I need surgery. Should I get it done by a nail salon?
Posted by: guest at October 22, 2007 10:14 AM
last posts are all very interesting (especially about the Fradkoff fellow)but...any other referals for architects? I just need someone to draw up plans, submit to DOB and then i'll take over.
thanks.
Posted by: Rosa at October 22, 2007 9:36 PM
Erik D. Sun Architecture
63 Flushing Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11205
(718) 422-4995
Erik is licenced in New York and takes on small projects and permit expediting.
Posted by: guest at October 24, 2007 11:31 PM
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