Modern open-plan office with people working at desks with computers. Framed art and photos line the yellow walls. Several individuals are seated while two people walk and talk in the center aisle. Bookshelves are in the back, and the atmosphere appears busy and collaborative.

PETER PENNOYER ARCHITECTS is a 50-person firm of architects, conservators, interior designers, and related professionals based in Manhattan, with offices in Palm Beach and Miami. Founded in 1990, PPA is recognized as a leader in new construction, renovation, and historic preservation for residential, commercial, and institutional commissions across the United States and abroad. 

Our work is characterized by sophisticated detail, high quality craftsmanship and a nimble balance between comfort, beauty, modernity and continuity with the past. Our library of some 10,000 volumes is the wellspring of the practice, inspiring designs that combine scholarship, historic precedent, creative invention and modern taste. For each commission, we look at the site and its architectural heritage to understand the landscape to which we are contributing. As a result, we can be versatile, wielding a wide-ranging command of styles grounded in history, knowledge and tradition. At the same time, we are designing for today’s living. Providing comfort and modern convenience, orchestrating the way spaces are organized and flow into one another, and designing rooms to receive furnishings and art are just some of the measures in which we take pride. 

We believe that the creative process begins once the practical goals of a project, its schedule and budget, are clearly defined. Collaboration is also key to success; each of our projects is a collective effort that synthesizes the premises of the commission, the voice of our client and the creative talents of the architects, designers, craftsmen and artists involved.

With over 200 built projects ranging from renovations of significant landmarked structures to newly built condominium towers, we are well versed in dealing with multi-layered governmental agencies. In New York City, PPA has been the architect of over 40 projects requiring approval by the Landmarks Preservation Commission. PPA has earned a well-established reputation with preservation authorities, local landmark advocacy groups, and community boards, both in and outside the city. 

While we continue to rely on traditional methods of design, such as hand drawing and watercolor, PPA also stays at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies and computer design tools. Our investment in 3D imaging/virtual reality and 3D printing can offer our clients the opportunity to see imagined forms through tangible prototypes during the design development phase of a project.

PPA has been widely published, earned numerous awards and built a following of over 80K on Instagram. PPA is also a member of Architectural Digest’s AD100 Hall of Fame.

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A stone turtle sculpture rests atop a rectangular, carved base with a circular emblem in the center. The turtle faces left, head raised, and detailed shell and limbs are visible. The base has layered stonework and decorative edges.
A model shows two floors: upper with bookshelves, two round windows, and a balcony; lower with a fireplace, large window, and a curved spiral staircase connecting both levels. The scene is softly lit, emphasizing architectural details.

Process and Technology

An early adopter of digital tools, PPA uses CAD and Revit. Both commercial and residential projects can be produced using Building Information Modeling (BIM) which allows real-time collaboration and coordination with our engineers and consultants on a shared digital model. While we are skilled at traditional methods of design, we can produce digital renderings for presentations in SketchUp, Lumion, and 3ds Max. Our VR set-up allows clients to experience fully detailed environments and our 3D models are printed in-house on a large format Formlabs 3D printer.

Ornate vertical metal door panel with intricate floral carvings and swirling patterns, featuring a central flower surrounded by leaves and decorative accents, all in a polished dark metallic finish.

Craftsmanship

PPA designs special elements in our projects that engage top craftspeople around the globe. From jali screens carved in Kabul to parchment panels fabricated in France, our palette of materials is extensive and bespoke. PPA has an intimate understanding of the process of artisanal creation and how it can enhance our architecture. Collaborations with prominent artists figure in several of our residential projects. For institutional and commercial projects, we are adept at translating custom designs into forms that are economical and quality driven. Rapid prototypes, printed in-house, are an essential tool when we commission fabrications in Asia.

Three bronze door hardware pieces—a lever handle, a small round knob, and a larger round knob—rest on a red, black, and white marbled surface, creating a contrast between metallic finishes and the vivid, swirling background pattern.

Product

For our debut collection of custom architectural hardware, PPA partnered with Lowe Hardware, a Maine-based company known for the beautifully crafted marine hardware on Hinckley yachts. Bringing together the timeless elegance of a PPA project and the quality and artistry of Lowe Hardware, the collection has three lines — Country Suite, City Suite, and Cubist Suite — each of which is available in a variety of finishes and can be customized.

Detailed black and white drawing of a stylized shell with radiating ridges, set atop a square base. The shell features intricate curves, two scroll-like shapes at the bottom, and detailed stippling, giving it a classical, decorative appearance.

Photography Credits
Austen Hart, Peter Olson, Eric Piasecki, Michael Stavaridis

Five people stand and smile indoors in front of a framed art piece with a circular, intricate design. Three men in business attire, one man in a polo and slacks, and one woman in a dress and heels stand on a wooden floor with a rug.
Two men in business attire sit at a desk covered with books and papers, facing a computer monitor. One gestures while speaking; the other listens attentively. They appear to be engaged in a discussion in a modern, open office environment.
A man with gray hair and beard, wearing glasses and a white shirt, sits at a cluttered desk in an office, drawing or writing on paper with a pen. Stacks of books, a desk lamp, and office furniture are visible in the background.
A person in a white shirt sits at a large desk, drawing architectural plans. The workspace has red chairs, many desk lamps, a computer, blue binders, and framed art on tan walls. Sunlight streams through window blinds on the right.
Two people sit at a conference table with laptops and papers, drinking coffee and conversing. Framed architectural drawings and photos hang on the wall behind them. The room has beige walls, a red carpet, and globe lights overhead.
A modern, angular chrome door handle with a geometric design is mounted on dark wood with vertical grain lines. The handle has multiple facets, reflecting light and creating a striking contrast against the textured wooden background.
A black wireframe drawing shows a two-story building with a spiral staircase in the center, curved internal walls, rectangular exterior, and transparent outer structure. Structural lines and architectural details are visible. The background is off-white.
A geometric white origami sculpture, resembling a polygonal head atop a short, open-ended pedestal, is centered on a dark wooden, vertically ridged surface. The strong contrast emphasizes the paper arts clean folds and sharp angles.
Four people meet at a large wooden table with bookshelves behind them. Two men and two women smile while discussing a rolled-up architectural plan. One woman stands holding glasses while the others are seated, appearing engaged and collaborative.
A man in a white shirt and tie sits at a desk, examining a large wooden sample. Multiple computer monitors and office supplies are on the desk. One monitor displays an architectural image of a building with columns and greenery visible outside.
Old books, albums, and folders of various sizes and colors are stacked horizontally and vertically on metal wire shelves. Most covers are worn or faded, and the spines show titles or marks of aging. Some stacks lean, adding to the vintage feel.
A man and woman sit at a wooden table, reviewing architectural plans. The man, in a white shirt, points at the papers while the woman, in a black jacket, attentively watches. Behind them are shelves filled with books. The setting appears to be an office or library.
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Four people stand at a table with design samples, swatches, and color palettes. Two women examine papers closely, a man in a tie observes, and another woman pins fabric samples on a corkboard filled with patterns in the background.
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A bright library with red bookshelves full of books, a patterned sofa, four blue armchairs, a glass coffee table, two gold lamps on side tables, a decorative wall art piece, and a gold chandelier above. The floor is carpeted with a subtle geometric pattern.
A woman sits at a desk using a computer with dual monitors. Office shelves, framed animal drawings, and a jacket draped on her chair are visible. Desk items include a mug, papers, a lamp, and decorative bowls. The setting is tidy and professional.
A close-up of several metallic drawer knobs in gold, brass, and silver finishes, arranged neatly on a wooden surface with a blurred background.
Various white decorative hardware pieces and one shiny gold knob are arranged in a neat grid on a textured red background. The items include doorknobs, handles, escutcheons, plates, and geometric shapes, all displayed in rows and columns.
A brass post with a round finial stands beside a white architectural model. Framed architectural drawings and photos with gold and black frames hang on a brown wall in the background. Some books are partially visible on the left edge.
A young woman and an older man in business attire sit at a desk covered with large papers, reviewing documents in a modern office with framed pictures on the walls and computer monitors on their desks.
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A modern living space features a marble-top cabinet with art books, ceramics, and framed art. Nine framed photos hang above. An adjacent dining area has white chairs, a wood table, and a gold chandelier. Light floods through large windows. Characters: 283.
Open office with six people working at desks or computers. Two women in the foreground discuss documents at a monitor. Framed architectural drawings hang on tan walls. Large windows and ceiling lights brighten the modern space. Rolls of blueprints are on tables.
Two people sit at a desk with a large monitor in an office lined with bookshelves. One person points at the screen while the other watches. A denim jacket hangs on the chair. The workspace has computers, books, and a focused, collaborative atmosphere.
Spacious, modern office with large desks and computers. Several people work on computers or talk. Large windows on the right let in natural light. Bookshelves line the back wall. Office supplies and bags are visible on desks and the floor.
Peter Pennoyer Architects