David Katz, AIA
Founder
David is an accomplished architect with more than 35 years of experience in the fields of architecture and design. His expertise spans a wide range of residential, commercial, retail, institutional, urban design, and preservation projects throughout the United States and internationally. As the founder of Katz Architecture, he is committed to guiding the firm towards its main objectives of achieving optimum design and construction quality through best-in-class client service and clear, honest communication. As a full-time presence in the office, David takes a hands-on approach, overseeing the organization and strategic goals of all projects, while advising, directing and mentoring staff.
David received a Bachelor of Architecture from Cooper Union and earned a Masters of Architecture through the University of Washington Italian Studies Program where he was awarded the school’s Outstanding Thesis Award. He has served as a guest critic at the University of Washington, New Jersey Institute of Technology and Pratt Institute and has developed and taught classes in Materials and Methods of Construction at the Institute of Design and Construction.
In addition to KA’s wide recognition, David is acknowledged in the field as an industry expert, having contributed to wide variety of professional publications. As an invited columnist for BrickUnderground, David has written numerous articles addressing the complexities of residential renovation in New York City.
David is a member the Architectural League, Landmark West, Brick & Wonder and an Open Council member of OHNY. Licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, David has been a member of the American Institute of Architects since 1994.
Publications:
Executive of the Month: David Katz, New York Real Estate Journal
Ask the Expert: David Katz, Mann Report
The Importance of Façade Inspection for Building Owners, Building Enclosure
If You Worked Here, You’d Be Home: The Case for Live-Work Buildings, Work Design Magazine
Roofing 101: How to Keep Your Roof Healthy, Medium
Residential Renovation 101: How Much and When to Pay Your Contractor, Medium
