Franklin Report Report Card for KSA Architects/Alfred Wen in New York City
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KSA Architects/Alfred Wen
11 Riverside Drive,
16-JE
New York, NY 10023
(212) 643-2655
www.ksaarchitects.com
aywen@ksaarchitects.com
Main Contact: Alfred Y. Wen
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Traditional residential architecture

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FR Review:
Clients say Alfred Wen of KSA Architects is an excellent architect, a careful listener, and a person who approaches each project as a reflection of the client's customized vision. We are told this small firm pays close attention to detail--both in regard to the physical project and the notion of personalized client relations. KSA generally takes on traditional-style projects but remains flexible. Like his keen eye for proportion, Wen's creative, collaborative approach is a valued asset of the firm.

Alfred Wen, a graduate of Princeton and Columbia, is the sole principal of this two-architect firm created in 1981. Approximately 80% of the firm's work is residential, the vast majority of which takes place in Manhattan--particularly on the Upper East Side. KSA also works in the Hamptons and in Westchester and Fairfield counties. The firm's scope of projects ranges from lower six-figure projects up to $1 million in terms of construction costs. KSA charges a standard percentage of total construction costs.

Representative Client Comments:
"Very tasteful, clean, classic." "Not overdone." "Extremely thorough. So thorough, it can drive me nuts as a subcontractor, but it is great for the client." "Listens well, great attitude." "I respect him very much." "Patient, master of his craft." "Creative and practical approach to design." "Not at all greedy." "Since he is on his own, basically, he can take a day or so to get back to you." "Not at all a prima donna." "My husband is a really tough client. Alfred did nine different versions of the kitchen without blinking." "Easy to work with--a gem." "I love going to my apartment every night." "Every friend, relative and business associate has remarked how fabulous the design, craftsmanship and details are in our apartment. Will only use Alfred in the future."

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Posted 10/11/2011
Reviewed By:
Michael Reiff New York ,NY

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Absolutely YES
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Project Description & Comments:
Alfred is fantastic. He designed a raw jewelry factory loft to a zen-like palace residence in the Flatiron District for my wife and me. Every friend, relative and business associate has remarked how fabulous the design, craftsmanship and details are in our apartment. I cannot thank Alfred enough for what he has done. And we are now looking at investment properties and will only use Alfred for the next project. Thank you Alfred for the impeccable job. Well done!
        Cost of Project: $500,001 or more
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