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Edward M. Weinstein, Architecture & Planning, P.C. is a firm comprised of talented design and planning professionals who are dedicated to helping
our clients achieve the realization of their goals and objectives. Through a collaborative
process that includes creative design and effective project management, we bring projects to
successful fruition while being mindful of scheduling and budgetary constraints.
Services:
EMWPC provides comprehensive services that nurture a project from the preliminary stages of
site investigation and feasibility analysis through master planning, space programming, architectural
design and construction management. Our planning and architectural teams have extensive experience
working on new construction, renovation, restoration and rehabilitation of many building
types.
The services we provide to individuals, developers, institutions, government
agencies, community groups and corporations include:
Initial Site Investigation and Feasibility
Studies
We understand the importance of assisting clients with zoning and regulatory analyses to explore
the development potential of a site. Awareness of unique development options and of potential
impediments can guide the decision-making process to avoid costly mistakes and make more
accurate decisions regarding the development potential of a project site. This preliminary
site review can include site plan design studies as well as initial discussions with regulatory
agencies, local communities and elected officials.
Master Planning and Facility Space Programming
The crucial first step in any design project is to fully understand our clients’ programmatic
requirements - the size and function of each space. We work closely with our clients on this
phase so that the end result is a fully responsive and highly functional building or space.
Architecture
and Engineering
Based on the needs of each project and in consultation with our clients, we determine the right
team of consultants. Consultants may include structural, mechanical and civil engineers as
well as other specialists that might be required to deliver the best possible design product.
We work diligently to produce complete construction documents, geared to minimize changes
during the construction process.
Environmental and other Regulatory Approvals
Our extensive experience allows us to effectively guide each project through the regulatory
review process at all levels of government. We obtain approvals from diverse agencies including
the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation,
municipal planning commissions and numerous other federal, state and local agencies.
Public
Participation
We are often called upon to coordinate and facilitate community workshops and design charrettes,
perform conflict assessments, and assist in consensus building and/or mediation. By involving
stakeholders at the early stages of a project we can help to minimize conflicts during the
approval process, thereby increasing the likelihood of community satisfaction and project authorization.
About Us – Team
Ed Weinstein, AIA, AICP, President of EMWPC, has
been a principal of his own design firm since 1987, following a career with The City of New
York. As former Director of Waterfront Development and Assistant Commissioner
for Port and Aviation Development, Mr. Weinstein played a key role establishing and implementing strategies for the revitalization of the City’s waterfront.
Currently, he designs and manages a broad portfolio of architectural and planning projects and
consults extensively on zoning and real estate development. He is considered to be one of
the region’s leading experts
on waterfront development and is listed in Who’s Who in America. Edward@emweinsteinpc.com
The firm's Chief Operating Officer is Dr. Melanie Weinstein. Dr. Weinstein’s background in psychology and expertise in organizational theory, leadership training and business coaching is readily apparent in the management of the firm. In addition to being the chief financial officer, she helps coordinate complex projects and works with staff, clients and outside agencies to insure that each project is handled efficiently and expeditiously. Melanie@emweinsteinpc.com
Vivian Ditisheim, AIA, is the firm’s Director of Design. She has over twenty years experience as a practicing architect and has managed millions of dollars in design projects including a 70 unit apartment building in Yonkers, a gut-renovation of a dilapidated industrial building into a new home for Rockland Community College’s satellite campus, a new 4,500 sf, high end residence in Dobbs Ferry, new corporate offices for Red Bull Energy Drink, retail spaces for Jenny Jon Fine Footwear and Denny’s Children’s Clothes, a new 50,000sf Fairway Market in Paramus, NJ and a 1,000sf residential addition in South Salem. She is currently coordinating plans for new Fairway Markets in Stamford, CT, Douglaston Queens and Manhattan’s upper east side. Vivian@emweinsteinpc.com
Fryda Villars, Senior Project Manager, coordinates architectural, urban design and planning projects. She specializes in zoning and feasibility studies and yield analyses. One of Fryda’s many strengths is creating illustrative and analytical material from schematic to final design concepts. These graphic materials assist clients and are often employed during the review and approval process enabling regulatory agencies to understand the design intent of our projects. Frydav@emweinsteinpc.com
Kathleen Wilson d’Erizans, AICP has been a Planner at EMWPC since 2008. Kathleen specializes in coordinating the approval process for design projects and serves as an advocate for the client throughout the development review process. She conducts zoning analyses as well as reviews at the local, state, and federal level. She previously worked as a municipal planner and understands the government viewpoint in planning and development issues. Kathleen has a Masters Degree in Urban Planning from the University of Illinois and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners. Kathleen@emweinsteinpc.com
Viviani Rodriquez is an ambitious Intern Architect who works closely with our team in producing presentations and construction documents. His creativity leads to practical options and architectural solutions. Viviani also inspects and reviews site conditions and researches code and zoning regulations for our projects. He has helped coordinate plans to stabilize and restore over two miles of shoreline on several projects in New York Harbor. Vivianir@emweinsteinpc.com
Danielle Nuzzo, our Administrative Assistant, helps to manage the day-today affairs of the office and is also the Assistant to the Chief Operatons Officer. Her resourcefulness and general knowledge of the firm’s projects make her a valuable resource for our team and clients.. Danielle@emweinsteinpc.com |
