Architect Antonio Columna was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. He began his studies at the University Pedro Henríquez Ureña where he obtained a degree in Architecture and Urban Design in 1995.

Early in his career he practiced in various architectural offices in the city of Santo Domingo including Espacio y Arquitectura, Le Corbusier among others.  He established his own professional firm in the late 90's, completing multiple residential projects.

In 1999 Antonio Columna settled in New York City where he began to expand his career internationally by working for several architectural firms which include HNTB, Karl Fischer Architects, Daniel Frankfurt / HDR, TAMS, and Domenech Hicks & Krockmalnic Architects and obtaining his architectural license to practice in the United States. He has participated in the design of several mega transportation projects and institutional projects in the city of New York including the Fulton Street Transit Center in Lower Manhattan, which is part of World Trade Center site. Antonio Columna is currently working for The New York City Transit Authority, where he is the lead designer for several transportation projects. Antonio Columna founded Antonio Columna Architecture in the year 2011, and his small studio is currently leading the renovation of a historic property in the Longwood section of the Bronx as well as other residential projects.

Antonio Columna has accumulated vast experience and knowledge over the span of his profession career and through the completion of multiple and diverse projects. His work is characterized by a simple and efficient design, prioritizing the needs of the client while balancing the site conditions and the built environment.  

Mr. Columna is a member of the American Institute of Architects, the Dominican College of Architects, Engineers and Surveyors (CODIA), and the U.S. Green Building Council.  He has also contributed in various forums of architecture and urbanism.