was founded in 1987 by Willis S. and Richard Ferrara. In 2013, the firm brought in a new partner, Kenneth W. Church Jr. The was renamed and is now known as DeLaCour, Ferrara & Church Architects, P.C. This newly named firm will continue in the traditions of Mr. DeLaCour and Mr. Ferrara; ensuring each project will be designed with quality, provide the same client satisfaction, and continue the years
of integrity by standing behind every project. Located in Brooklyn Heights, the firm is actively engaged in projects throughout New York City, Nassau and Suffolk counties and provides a full range of planning and architectural services specializing in housing and institutional projects for non-profit organizations. Whether the project is large or small, institutional or residential, the process of design begins by analyzing the specific needs of the client and translating them into an effective scheme. This is accomplished by clarifying the use of the space, distinguishing between the necessary functions and desirable amenities while realizing the vision of the client. We hold a strong belief in creating contextual, harmonious buildings that also maintain their individuality. Although our style may vary depending on the client, budget and use, we try to install environmentally sustainable, durable, and long-lasting materials that compliment the design. Many projects have been completed for community groups and non-profit organizations such as The Bridge New York, Services for the Underserved, Concern for Independent Living, Inc., Project Return Foundation, Good Shepherd Services, Colony South Brooklyn Houses, Help USA, Long Island Coalition for the Homeless, and the YMCA of Greater New York. We provide these clients with professional services for housing, recreational, and institutional facilities. In each case the client has a specific philosophy for the service that they are providing. The architecture is suited to their distinctive needs, whether it is housing for the chronic mentally ill or families with an HIV member, a day care center, administrative offices or recreational facilities. The firm’s goal is to interpret our client's desires in an artistic manner that exceeds their expectations. It is the client's vision for their property that is paramount. Each project is different, and every client unique. The buildings we design reflect that diversity and are inspired by those elements and the challenges that grow from them. In addition to the principals, the office personnel includes project managers, technical staff and administrative members. Typically, a principal acts as the team leader, a project manager performs the duties of design coordinator and project architect while using the necessary
in-house technical staff to complete the project. If necessary, the team is assisted by outside advisors such as structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, code and kitchen consultants. Additional services provided by DeLaCour, Ferrara & Church Architects, P.C. have included feasibility studies, bank requisitions, and engineers' reports for co-ops and condominiums. In conjunction with these services, the firm also prepares documents for submission to various regulatory agencies. The firm also works closely with the local governing agencies, such as Town Planning Boards and Architectural Review Boards, on projects to meet the their specific requirements. We take pride in maintaining a cohesive design in our renovations, restorations and new buildings. The future of DeLaCour, Ferrara & Church Architects, P.C. is evolving with a "greening" of the firms design goals. We are focusing our efforts to providing our clients with practical and worthwhile investments for energy efficient buildings. We start with simple ideas like recycled building materials, low VOC coatings, and insulation, then progress through the spectrum to a whole building design that can include sophisticated sensors, rain-harvesting, and photo- voltaics. Our goal is to provide a comfortable building that saves money and resources. At DeLaCour, Ferrara & Church Architects P.C., we celebrate the individual merit of each project and the opportunity to make a creative statement that pleases our clients and reflects
positively on their agency.
