EFM Design

Our firm is dedicated to the principles of modernism, which we define as faith in the future. At every scale, design is a thought process that has its roots in functional needs and its blossom in cultural content. Design is much more than just solving problems; it is the assimilation of multiple factors into a whole. The foundation of our work lies in architecture; however, we do not believe in the segregation of design disciplines. Rather we advocate a global approach to design, whether it is a chair, an interior space, a new logo or a building. We strongly believe in the cross-pollination of ideas, which happens when one is open to influences from other areas (e.g. photography, sports, computer technology). Design is also a continuous process of redefining the questions. The unique backgrounds of our staff provide diverse and rich solutions. Having worked in various cultural climates, we are familiar with the differences that exist in the way a project is approached and built. Our office is a flexible, technologically savvy environment. Our problem solving methods are based on a team approach. It is our ultimate goal to create a cultural and economic success.


Oculus, "Letter from the Interior", Summer 2005

Oculus, "The Secret Lives of Architects", Fall 2004

Contract, "Repeat Report", September 2004

Metropolitan Home, "Take Note", July/August 2004

Interior Design, "On the Road Again", July 2003

Contract, "Neocon Preview", June 2003

Modernism Magazine, "The Colors of Modernism", Summer 2003

Kitchen and Bath Business, "Architectural Perspectives", April 2003

New York Times, "Currents", March 27 2003

Abitare, "Progettare per il Contesto", December 2002

Contract, "Spaces We Love", December 2002

Crain's New York Business, "Telling Tales", April 2002

Interior Design, "Hide and Chic", May 2002

Contract, "Blueprints", June 2002

Dwell, "Great Lake, Splendid House", September 2001

Town & Country, "Palm Beach Modern,” by Marisa Bartolucci, May 2000

Interiors, "Level Best, " by Peter Hall, March 2000

Casa da Abitare, Piccole case - 80mq, February 2000


Best of Neocon Gold Spinneybeck leather rugs

Promosedia Udine

IBD Award for Emmy chair

IBD Award for Topspin table

APEX Award for Propeller Tables

IIDEX Canada, Award for design innovation, Nienkamper accessories

ID Magazine for Propeller tables

IDEA Award, BusinessWeek for Propeller tables

ID Magazine, Design Distinction Award for Spinneybeck bag


Architecture
2001 Photography Studio, West Chelsea, NYC, New Construction

2001 Town Houses for Aqua Development, Miami, FL, New Construction

2001 West Village Photography Studio, NYC, New Construction

1995-2001 Web Site, Brochures, Color Collections, and Products for Spinneyback Leathers

2000 One Media Offices, NYC, Renovation

2000 Senior & Shopmaker Art Gallery, NYC, Renovation

1993-2000 Brownstone, Apartment and Loft, NYC, Renovations

1993-2000 Corporate office interiors in New York, Greenwich and Milan, Renovations

1999 AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts) Headquarters, NYC, Renovation

1999 Downtown Plaza, Chicago, IL, Renovation

1999 Hotel (Urban Inn),Times Square, NYC, Reconstruction

1999 House, Paradise Valley (Phoenix), AZ, New Construction

1998 International Retail Concept and Design for Russell Athletic, Corporation

1995 Frank Lloyd Wright House, Rye, NY, Renovation


Product & Furniture Design
Emmy Chair for Atelier International, Vecta

Glass Collection (vases, bowls and stemware) for Steuben Glass

Gift Item Collection for the Museum of Modern Art, NY

Teunen & Teunen, Germany

Propeller Conference and Meeting Table Collection for Knoll

Leather Desk Accessories for Nienkamper, Canada

Home Office Station for ClassiCon, Germany

Wood Table and Chair for Montina, Italy


Private residence Long Island, NY

Private residence Brooklyn, NY

Private residence Buffalo, NY

Apartment building for Aqua, Miami, Florida

Sales Office for Dacra, Miami, New Construction

Development of old buildings into new facilities and new urban building development in Moline/Rock Island, IL, New Construction

Showroom for Knoll in London, UK, Renovation

Spinneybeck Headquarters in Buffalo, NY, Renovation