Andrew Franz Architect PLLC
Catherine Ahn, AIA, is an experienced architect and educator currently serving as an Associate and Architectural Designer at Andrew Franz Architect PLLC since May 2021, and as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the New York Institute of Technology since January 2024. Ahn has contributed as a Unit Tutor at the AA Visiting School Seoul from July 2022 to 2024, focusing on architectural themes such as "Concrete Matters" and "K-Beats: Walking, Observing, Designing the Chronotypes of Seoul." Prior experience includes a residency as the 2020 Fall Residency Fellow at the Institute for Public Architecture, research roles at Princeton University, and architectural positions at OBRA Architects and SITE. Ahn holds a Post-Professional Master of Architecture from Princeton University and a Bachelor of Architecture from The Cooper Union.
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Andrew Franz Architect PLLC
Established in 2003, Andrew Franz Architect PLLC is a New York City-based architecture and interior design studio renowned for its cohesive integration of architecture and interiors with the primary goal of creating designs that positively impact people, communities, and the environment. The firm’s portfolio spans a spectrum of projects—from bespoke private residences to dynamic hospitality venues, cutting-edge workplaces, and purposeful facilities for cultural and nonprofit organizations. The AFA professional team features architects, LEED-accredited professionals, and interior designers, each dedicated to crafting thoughtfully detailed, highly functional spaces that blend a rich aesthetic with a modern sensibility. Embracing a client-centric design philosophy, the firm embarks on a rigorous design process prioritizing collaboration and engagement, craftsmanship, and inventiveness. The outcomes are timeless, fresh, modern, and urbane. Notable transformative projects include the Fire Island House, East End House, Hill Office, and Tribeca Loft designs.