Services
We are building intervention experts. And historic structures, both traditional and modern, are our passion. We help our clients find the right strategies for their significant properties by providing a range of integrated services. We look at buildings—not just through the lens of historic preservation, but rather architecture itself—to always find the right solutions. Whether it involves a conservation, adaptive reuse, or rehabilitation of a structure, our clients can rest assured that we will investigate fully and provide the right recommendations to move their projects forward.
Testimonials
“We really appreciate all that the AYON Studio team has done for us at 15 Broad Street. We know that there are other team members behind the scenes as well, and under Angel’s leadership, they always go above and beyond for us.”
— Stephen Clare, Executive Chef, Soigne
“AYON Studio should be so proud of the fine work they did at 190 Bowery. It really wouldn’t have happened without Angel’s dedication and clever handling of the expeditor and Department of Buildings.”
— Louisa St.Pierre, Global Head, Art + Design + Experiential, Great Bowery
“We determined at the onset of our construction journey, that long-term relationships would serve as one of our guiding principles. Developing longstanding partnerships with trustworthy contractors was vital to our success due to the complexity and longevity of our building project. Working with AYON Studio exceeded our expectations! What makes them shine brighter than the average firm is their outstanding team culture, economical savviness, and genuine commitment toward their client’s success. Their industry-leading approach to the field of preservation and the construction oversight they provide is phenomenal. Because of the relationship we have developed over the years, we can truly say we have an Architect in our family."
— Derrick Johnson, Deacon Board Chairman, New Bethel Way of the Cross Church of Christ
“We are so grateful to you for all you are doing to make our dream of a permanent Chocolate Factory real. With you we will leave a permanent home for dancers to make and share work, and a community space in and for our local community. This means so much to us. With gratitude and respect…”
— Sheila Lewandowski, Executive Director, The Chocolate Factory Theater
“When I decided to open a pilates studio in Brooklyn in 2010, I had the concept in mind and knew the “feeling” I wanted to create but had no idea how to attain it. Angel listened to this concept and asked profound questions to gain a deeper understanding of my business, my approach, and my mission. He included me in every step of the process, considered my needs, and presented me with multiple options to make the best choice for my business.
His vast experience with Landmarks clarified the actions that needed to be taken to maintain efficiency. He worked closely with the contractors, and his personable but firm approach insured no corners were cut. His expertise and acute sense of space, design, aesthetic, and function transformed a plain room in great need of repair into an elegant studio reflecting my values and my mission. The end result was something far greater than anything I could have imagined.
So when I decided to turn an open loft space in Prospect Heights into a live/work environment, I was confident that Angel would provide that same level of excellence and elegance in the new space. I was not disappointed. Once again, it was exciting to see the transformation of a bare open loft into a beautiful, functional space to live and work.”
— Ms. Janine Flasschoen, Founder, The Fifth Line
Publications
Angel Ayón, Uta Pottgiesser and Nathaniel Richards, “Reglazing Modernism ― Intervention Strategies For 20th Century Icons,” Birkhäuser, 2019
Reglazing Modernism: Intervention Strategies for 20th Century Icons (Birkhäuser, 2019) is being released to the public! Co-authored by Principal Angel Ayón—with Uta Pottgiesser and Nathaniel Richards—this comprehensive study looks at the deterioration of curtain and window walls in modern architecture and outlines various intervention approaches. Presented in an easy-to-read format with 20 case studies, the book is currently available online for preorder. Order your copy today!
Ayón, Angel and Uta Pottgiesser, “Modern Heritage and Facade Improvements.” In Face Time 2020: Better Buildings Through Better Skins, ed. Douglas Noble, FAIA, Ph.D., Karen Kensek, LEED AP (BD+C) and Katie Gould, 264-276. Los Angeles, CA: Façade Tectonics World Congress Conference Proceedings, Volume 1, 2020.
Ayón, Angel and Pamela Jerome. “Can the 1960s Single Glazed Curtain Wall Be Saved?,” APT Bulletin Vol. XLV, No. 4 (2014): 13-19
Ayón, Angel and William B. Rose. “Reglazing Frank Lloyd Wright’s Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum,” APT Bulletin Vol. XLII, No. 2-3 (2011): 59-66
Ayón, Angel y Pamela Jerome. “Desafíos de Conservación en el Museo Guggenheim de Frank Lloyd Wright,” in Gigliola Carozzi Arosio (ed.) “ArquiTectónica”, No. 18-19, (Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México, 2011) pp. 193-206
Ayón, Angel and Pamela Jerome. “Conservation Challenges at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum,” 11th International Docomomo Conference, 24-27 August, 2010, Mexico City, Mexico
Ayón, Angel, et. al. “The Guggenheim at Fifty: Notes on Recent Preservation Work.” Docomomo Journal, no. 41, (Docomomo International, 2009): 73-79
Ayón, Angel, et. al. “Preserving a Modern Icon: Recent Work at the Guggenheim Museum.” Newsletter, Docomomo_US, Spring (Docomomo_US, 2009): 9-11
Jerome, Pamela, Angel Ayón and Paul M. Schwartzbaum. “Restoration and Building Enhancement of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York.” News in Conservation, International Institute of Conservation, no. 6 (2008): 4-5