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For over 40+ years, Paul Alter has designed highly responsive projects for a broad range of clients blending the art and soul of craftsmanship with the clarity of modern design.

Illustration of a geometric compass against a grid and various technical drawings.
Modern bathroom with a round mirror, wood cabinets, marble countertop, and a white vessel sink.
Bright entryway with staircase, glass front door, and large windows, featuring two artworks on cream-colored walls.
Nighttime view of an illuminated swimming pool with steps, surrounded by trees and foliage in the background.

CAPTURED IN CONVERSATION

Abstract dark blue textured background with gradient effect.
Silhouette of a sailboat with large sails on a white background.
House & Garden magazine cover featuring kitchen design with blue and white tiles, red cabinets, and a stove. Headlines include new kitchen essentials, trade secrets from top chefs, and chic ideas for the bath. Mention of Isaac Mizrahi and Giorgio Armani.
White colonial-style house with a red brick chimney, surrounded by greenery and a paved walkway, featured in an article titled 'PURE & SIMPLE.'

Paul’s design process is client-centric, informed by human connection and collaboration leading to the creation of an enduring, inspiring, and responsive vision achieved through a series of highly interactive services that include:

Planning

- Master Planning
- Site Planning
- Pre-purchase Home Evaluation
- Concept Design

Architecture

- Schematic Design
- Design Development
- Preliminary Pricing & Cost Analysis
- Construction Documents

- Filing and Project Approvals
- Bidding & Contractor Negotiations
- Construction Administration
- Project Close-out, Punch List, Transition to Owner Occupancy

Modern kitchen with blue cabinets and wooden island, pendant lights, open to living area with light-filled windows.
Outdoor wooden dining table under a pergola, surrounded by greenery and lanterns on the table.
Orange wall with an arched doorway, beige door trim, and a small wall-mounted light fixture.

  • "Paul possesses a unique ability to conceptualize innovative architectural solutions that inspire and delight."

    Having collaborated with Paul Alter across diverse projects—from New York City mansions and classic co-ops to Greenwich Village townhouses and suburban single-family homes—I confidently endorse his exceptional design talent, leadership, and project management skills. Paul's creativity, extensive architectural knowledge, and sensitivity to context ensure designs that are visually striking and perfectly tailored to their environment. His genuine client-centric approach builds lasting relationships, guaranteeing each project authentically reflects the client’s vision and meets high design standards. An adept collaborator, Paul efficiently navigates project challenges, consistently delivering results on schedule. Paul is truly a pleasure to work with, and any team would be fortunate to have him.

    FILIPPA EDBERG-MANUEL, SENIOR GLOBAL REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

  • "Paul transformed our aging family home into something beyond what we could have imagined."

    After considering several architects for our renovation in Sag Harbor, Paul immediately stood out. His vision aligned closely with ours but elevated it significantly, blending creativity with technical expertise to deliver a beautifully designed and highly functional home. Paul was deeply engaged throughout, managing the project meticulously and providing swift, innovative solutions to any challenges. The renovation has truly been transformative, thoughtfully adapting our home to both our lifestyle and its natural surroundings, creating a cherished space for future generations.

    ANDY SIEBERT, SAG HARBOR, NY

  • "Paul turned our dark, outdated cottage into a breathtaking coastal retreat."

    Paul completely revitalized our 1940s Hamptons cottage, creating a space filled with natural light, floor-to-ceiling windows, and beautiful vaulted ceilings. His insightful vision dramatically improved our home's layout, seamlessly aligning it with our lifestyle and property. As first-time renovators, we valued Paul's collaborative style and thorough involvement, ensuring the design stayed true to our budget and timeline. His meticulous attention to detail and deep expertise were invaluable, making our renovation experience exceptional. Working with Paul was an easy and confident choice from the very start—I wholeheartedly recommend him.

    PENELOPE WETHERILL, RESIDENTIAL CLIENT, SAG HARBOR, NY

  • "Paul’s vision and dedication transformed our outdated NYC apartment into a modern, beautiful home."

    We are forever grateful to Paul for his extraordinary work renovating our NYC apartment. From transforming a neglected pre-WWI apartment into a stylish, functional space to skillfully navigating a challenging COOP approval process, Paul's patience, creativity, and commitment to quality exceeded our expectations. He expertly guided us through budgeting, contractor selection, and construction, ensuring our interests were always prioritized. Beyond his architectural talent, Paul's warmth, integrity, and enthusiasm made the entire experience enjoyable and reassuring. Even years later, he remains our trusted advisor, continuing to support us with ongoing projects. We highly value our lasting relationship and wholeheartedly recommend him.

    DR. STEVEN ROOSE AND MRS. LIZ ROOSE, NYC

  • "Paul masterfully transformed our conventional apartment into an elegant, open, and beautiful home."

    Paul brought a remarkable creative vision to our Upper East Side apartment renovation, thoughtfully transforming a conventional layout into a stylish, comfortable, and sophisticated space. His use of innovative lighting, unique finishes, custom millwork, and carefully planned open zones instead of enclosed rooms created an inviting, airy atmosphere. Sensitive to our budget, Paul remained actively involved throughout construction, ensuring each detail aligned with our vision. He is an attentive, responsive partner who genuinely listens, making our renovation experience enjoyable and collaborative. We love our home and highly recommend Paul to others.

    DR. ROBERT A. GLICK, NYC

  • "A dependable partner and advisor—an advocate for the client through every phase of design and construction."

    I have had the pleasure of working with Paul Alter since 2018 on a particularly complex project in NYC involving significant reconstruction and additions with a multi-disciplined international team.  Paul is consistently professional, extremely knowledgeable about construction and the associated government regulations.  He also has an excellent sense of design and is easy to work with.  His breadth of knowledge based on years of experience is a valuable asset during all phases of the design and construction process.  In my capacity of Owner’s Representative, Paul has been an advocate for the client and a dependable partner and advisor and I‘m pleased to offer an enthusiastic recommendation of Paul’s involvement as an architect for a broad range of projects. 

    SHANA LEV – OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE, PROJECT MANAGEMENT COLLABORATIVE, NYC