11/02/2026
Twenty-five years ago, starting my own firm was a leap of faith. Today, as we begin our 25th year at Cohen Design/Build Architects, I can’t help but think: What a journey it has been.
I came into architecture with construction mud on my boots and a belief that great design needs to work as beautifully in the field as it does on paper. That belief became the foundation of this firm.
Since then, we’ve helped families reimagine their homes, entrepreneurs open their doors, and businesses turn ambitious ideas into places people experience every day.
There have been incredible milestones. There have also been long nights, tough decisions, changing markets, and plenty of lessons you won’t find in an architecture textbook.
Building a business will humble you. It will test you. And then a client walks into their completed space, smiles, and reminds you exactly why you do it.
To our clients who trusted us with their vision and investment: Thank you.
To our team, consultants, contractors, and referral partners: Your talent and commitment are part of every success.
And to my family: Thank you for supporting the dream and understanding that an architect’s brain rarely clocks out.
From Long Island to South Florida and wherever our clients take us, I’m proud of what we’ve built together. I’m even more excited about what comes next.
Starting year 25. Still learning. Still sketching. Still getting excited about the possibilities.
It’s all in the details..!!
William J. Cohen, AIA
Founder & President
Cohen Design/Build Architects
