Business Details
47 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in Fair Lawn
Founded in 1979 by Joel Ives, AIA, PP, NCARB, Ives Architecture Studio is a full-service architectural firm based in Fair Lawn, NJ. With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in designing new buildings, renovations, and historic restorations across diverse sectors including healthcare, education, industrial, religious, office, transportation, and residential properties. Our team has been recognized for innovative problem-solving in challenging projects, such as the Radburn Building fire rehabilitation and the Multi-Faith Chapel in Paramus. Licensed in NY, NJ, PA, FL, OH, CT, and CO, we provide comprehensive services from initial design and program development to construction administration.Our expertise extends to expert testimony, zoning board presentations, and rightsizing projects for distressed properties. We utilize advanced CAD technology to deliver precise construction documents and offer bid review, cost analysis, and on-site construction oversight. Our portfolio includes iconic civic projects like the World Trade Center Electrical Switchgear Building and the Aquaculture School in New Haven. Committed to quality and client success, we combine technical precision with creative design to meet unique project demands.
Services
Architectural Design
Historic Restoration
Construction Documents
Project Management
Facility Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in diverse architectural projects nationwide.
- Our team specializes in problem-solving for complex sites and historic structures.
- Licensed in 7 states, including NY, NJ, and PA for broad regional expertise.
- We provide comprehensive services from zoning approvals to construction oversight.
- Recognized for innovative designs like the Multi-Faith Chapel and Radburn Building restoration.
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- NCARB
- PP
Services
Architectural Design
We create tailored architectural solutions for new constructions, renovations, and restorations. Our process includes schematic design, development, and precise construction documentation using advanced CAD technology. Clients benefit from our expertise in diverse sectors including healthcare, education, and industrial projects.
Historic Restoration
Specializing in revitalizing historic structures like the Radburn Building, we balance preservation with modern functionality. Our team navigates zoning approvals and material challenges to maintain architectural integrity while meeting current building codes and client needs.
Project Management
We provide end-to-end project management from initial design to construction completion. Services include zoning board presentations, bid review, cost analysis, and on-site administration to ensure projects meet design specifications and budget requirements.
Facility Assessments
Our assessments evaluate existing structures for renovations or adaptive reuse. We conduct ADA compliance studies, space programming, and condition evaluations to inform strategic upgrades while addressing client operational goals.
Expert Testimony
Leveraging decades of experience, we provide expert testimony for building failures and zoning disputes. Our services include technical analysis, report preparation, and courtroom testimony to support legal cases involving architectural matters.
People
Joel Ives
Founder/Architect
AIA-certified architect with over 40 years of experience, Joel Ives has led 2000+ projects nationwide. He specializes in complex designs, zoning approvals, and historic preservation, earning multiple industry awards including the AIA's Director Award.
Questions
What architectural services does Ives Architecture Studio offer?
We provide full-service architecture including design, historic restoration, construction documentation, project management, and facility assessments for diverse building types.
Which states are you licensed to work in?
We are licensed in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, Ohio, Connecticut, and Colorado.
Can you handle complex or unusual architectural projects?
Yes, we specialize in challenging projects like the Multi-Faith Chapel and Radburn Building rehabilitation, offering creative solutions for difficult sites.
What industries do you serve?
We work across healthcare, education, industrial, religious, office, transportation, and residential sectors with specialized expertise in each.
How long has your firm been in operation?
Our firm has delivered architectural solutions since 1979, combining decades of experience with modern design technology.
Reviews (1)
Barbara Nudelman
Aug 15, 2019
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Ives architecture studio is one of a kind! Very experienced and professional. Joel brings to the table years of success and winning track record. He often thinks out of the box. I highly recommend him
