FR Review:
Robert Cohen receives enthusiastic praise when it comes to understanding clients’ wishes. Cohen’s decades of experience as an architect are trumped only by his conscientious commitment to clients. Educated at Cooper Union, Cohen later went on to work for Cossutta and Associates where he learned the discipline of coordination, and Edward Larrabee Barnes, where he worked on museum and hotel projects. Cohen opened his own firm in 1990.
Cohen directs every project at his firm and takes on two to three projects at once. Half of his work is residential in the New York Tri-state area, and he is licensed in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Cohen is known for being able to solve problems that are unique to each client. He is an LEED accredited professional and conversant in sustainable design.
Representative Client Comments:
“From 1997 to 2007 Young Dancers in Repertory worked with Robert Cohen of Robert Cohen Architect LLC in our effort to raise funds, develop plans and build a Young Dancers in Repertory Center for Dance Studies.” “His contributions to our project were comprehensive and included: Pro-bono feasibility study for renovations, expansion and alternate sites: 1997 Our plan included: a gut renovation of our three story row house in Sunset Park with two additions totaling 3,600 SF, two new dance studios that doubled as stage and theater, and a roof garden for dance, Schematic Design Documents: 200I-2003, Design Development Documents: 2005-2006, Associated project cost estimates and phasing options: 2006, Pro-bono owner's representative and project management coordination with the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) and the Department of Design and Construction (DDC): 1997-2001 including project communications and process, budget, design and schedule and grant sourcing.” “In 1991 we noted our appreciation of his efforts in the Business Volunteer for the Arts 33'd Encore Award ceremony held by the Arts and Business Council of New York where he was honored.” "Robert's role has gone well beyond that of just a consultant. He has become a confidant, mentor, partner and friend." “Robert's careful understanding of our project requirements developed into a straight forward beautiful design we have been proud to present. He always helped address our board concerns and maintained the momentum on a project with many starts and stops lasting as decade.” “We whole heartily and enthusiastically recommend Robert for any project, especially an institutional or educational one.” “Robert possesses a rare combination of exceptional design talent, wide ranging technical expertise, high personal integrity, dedication and devotion.” “He is a fine architect and a good friend. We have every hope of working with him when we find our new location. We recommend him without hesitation.” “The final design was impressive yet practical.” “The ‘architectural’ touches are there, sometimes immediately obvious sometimes only sensed because the design works so well.” “Robert’s through preparation guided his design and avoided many potential problems.” “He actively inquired after our needs and preferences in designing the layout and details.” “He definitely is a genuine, kind thoughtful, persevering and true. More importantly he is a powerhouse when it comes to supervision.” “From his designs to his cooperative ways, you will find him a delight to work with.”
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