About Us
Conklin Costantin Architects LLP (CCA) is a diversified design firm navigating technology and aesthetics in search of essential solutions. Our work embraces many aspects of the built environment including new and revitalized buildings, building alterations and additions, interiors and furnishings. We hold that close communication between client and architect throughout the design process is vital to realizing a work of quality and meaning.
The Mission
CCA was founded in 1999 by William Conklin and Michael Costantin and is guided today by Michael Costantin. We offer a full range of professional services from programming through design and construction, and have developed keen relationships with allies in engineering, lighting, AV design, high-performance construction, and real estate, affording the client an integrated range of expertise and “turn-key” service. We have experience designing civic institutions, educational facilities, housing, offices, retail, restaurants, transportation facilities, historic rehabilitation, and master planning. CCA has been published and awarded extensively for its outstanding service to clients that include public agencies, professional corporations, retail businesses, commercial and residential developers, cultural and educational institutions, and private individuals.
The Firm
Services Provided
Architectural Design from Concept through Construction Completion.
Project Coordination with Technical Consultants: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing engineers; Geotechnical Engineers; Structural Engineers; Acoustic Consultants.
Cooperative and Condominium Presentations.
Zoning Analyses and Feasibility Studies.
Department of Buildings (DOB) Filing.
Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) Filing and Presentations.
Existing Site Condition Surveying.
Design Build Contractor Sub-Contracting.
Michael Costantin, AIA, principal, earned his Bachelor of Architecture degree, cum laude, from Syracuse University School of Architecture, and completed diploma studies at the Architectural Association of London, before first entering the offices of Conklin Rossant Architects in the early 80's. There he gained extensive early experience in the design and development of large-scale civic projects, such as the Brooklyn Borough Hall renovation and the United States Navy Memorial at Market Square, Washington, DC. After receiving his architecture license Michael relocated to the office of Giancarlo De Carlo in Milan, Italy, where he was involved in a range of urban and architectural projects, especially in the medieval hill town of Urbino, including the conversion of a medieval convent complex into the new University of Urbino School of Economy at Battiferri. Michael also worked in the Milan office of Mario Bellini where he helped develop several furniture pieces for production. After returning to New York and establishing his own firm, working on diverse residential and retail projects, Michael joined with Bill Conklin to form the present firm, Conklin Costantin Architects LLP (CCA), and became involved in a variety of public and institutional projects, including renovation works at Fordham University and numerous projects for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). He also cultivated projects in the commercial and residential sectors, as well as steady government design work under the General Services Administration (GSA). The GSA work ranges from federal agency office interior design and buildouts to federal courthouse and structural renovations. Michael is a licensed architect in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. He recently became a Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD) and brings sustainability and energy efficiency to every project.
