Katz Novoa Architects

Katz Novoa Architects are truly talented architects. We have worked with them on two projects -- one in New Jersey and the other in Vermont. They are a pleasure to work with. Both Jon and Ileana are extremely creative and pay a great attention to detail. Even before we bought our 1950's center-hall colonial home in NJ, Jon and Ileana were there with us walking through the house and painting a picture of what could be. The house was old, had tight rooms, little light and no flow. The design they came up with was brilliant. Jon’s work as the general contractor on the job ensured that our mutual vision was seen through to completion, on time and on budget. Their attention to detail (from the lighting design to the crown molding to the placement of the AC units in the most unobtrusive spot possible) has made this house our home. The flow of our house is unbelievably conducive to entertaining. From the open plan between the kitchen to the dining room, even to to back patio, Jon and Ileana helped design a home that has a warmth, flow and energy that every visitor remarks upon glowingly.

We have nothing but great things to say about both Ileana and John. They are extremely professional, and take into account all of the concerns the homeowner has. Their work is breathtakingly beautiful, and the level of detail their work involves is unmatched. We would happily recommend their service to others. Anna and Phil Serrao

Ileana and Jon are creative, flexible and very dedicated to their work. I felt like I was in very good hands throughout the duration of my renovation project. They went the extra mile to maximize both the style and utility of my space and considered every last detail. I get compliments every time someone visits my home. But they are not just great architects, they are great people! They are very friendly and easy to work with and I'm looking forward to working with them on my next project!

We have worked with Katz-Novoa Architects and Planners on five projects throughout the course of 26 years. Ileana and Jonathan are a dynamic duo when it comes to turning their clients’ wishes into a reality, merging form and function to produce a beautiful and practical living space. Their combined skill sets and 30+ years of experience in the field allow them to guide their clients through every step of the remodeling/new-built process, including: architectural design phase, bidding phase, contractor selection, and construction. They also offer interior design services to help clients select paint colors, flooring, stone and tile, plumbing and light fixtures, and appliances. Design services can also include kitchen layout and cabinetry design. Our first project was a kitchen and family room addition as well as incorporating a basement which previously could only be accessed through the garage. Years later we completely remodeled two houses, one of which included an office for my professional practice. We also hired them to modernize a 20 year old townhome. We esteem them to be so good at their craft that we hired them to design our home in Florida, currently under construction. What sets them apart from other professionals in their field is their ability to work well as part of a team with contractors, sub contractors, decorators (if you choose to – we have always hired Ileana and Jonathan for interior design as well as architecture). They are prompt to respond to questions and gifted when it comes to finding solutions to problems that often arise during the construction process, whether it be a permit issue, code compliance, or a pre-existing condition which could not be anticipated prior to demolition. They understand the importance of budgeting and they work very hard to select materials that are in line with their clients’ overall budget. Four years ago, our son hired Ileana and Jonathan to remodel his first condo in Brooklyn, NY. Two months ago, our daughter hired them to remodel her first apartment in Hoboken, NJ. Marisa and Carlos Valle

I have been involved with many of Jon and Ileana's jobs over the course of 25 years, and have always been impressed with their sense of design and dedication to their customers. They are personable, knowledgeable, and their attention to detail is impressive. I hope to be involved with their projects for many years to come.

I love their classic style and attention to details. I will definitely hire them for my next home project! Their outstanding reputation and fine work says it all!

Ileana and Jon are creative and talented architects. They thought of every detail and the needs of every member of my family when they designed a beautiful new addition to our home. They also supervised every aspect of construction and it was a pleasure working with them. I highly recommend Katz Novoa Architects for any type of project - the results are amazing!

We are small business owners operating three cafe restaurants in the San Juan metro area. We hired Jon and Ileana to help us design a remodel of our Condado location in 2015. Jonathan flew down to PR on two separate occasions to plan and oversee the project. Ileana was always prompt in replying emails and phone calls throughout the entire process. Both are creative, out-of-the-box thinking architects who put forth space saving functionality ideas that your run of the mill designers would never think of. Presently, we are negotiating space for our fourth cafe and are already in contact with Katz-Novoa in the event we secure this location in the Isla Verde area. This duo is reliable and adaptable to anyone's individual tastes and needs while simultaneously enabling the customer to arrive at decisions best suited for their specific needs. Highly recommended.

We are so glad we found Katz Novoa. We have gone through the design phase and are now waiting for our town permits to begin building. The best thing about Ileana and John is that they LISTEN. Their designs are the perfect combination of inovative and practical. We are super picky and feel the plans got better and better the more we talked. I am super excited to see the project completed.

Great architects, heard all our ideas, added their own creativity to them and made our home exactly how we wanted it! Very talented, very patient and genuinely nice people.

Jonathan and Ileana are far more than just architectural designers. They provide guidance and reason to every project that they are involved in. With their oversight you can be assured that your residential project will stay on track and that budgets and time lines will be strictly adhered to. When you combine the above with great creativity and a superior sense of aesthetics the results are beyond compare. And finally, the frequently overlooked customer service aspect of your dealings with design professionals. Many others fall short in this important area. Not Jonathan and Ileana, they always treat their clients like family. You will not regret your engagement with Katz Novoa Architects.

Working with Jonathan and Ileana was wonderful. They took great care with listening to our wish list and incorporating design and function with their design. Jonathan and Ileana were very helpful through the entire process.