In 1984, Karl Fischer Architect was established in Montreal, Canada as a boutique design firm. Over the past 30 years, the firm has expanded its business throughout Canada, the United States and internationally.

A graduate of McGill University, Karl Fischer is a registered architect in Canada and in the United States. His expertise in the areas of design and planning have earned him accolades in several arenas, including The Domus Prize (1995 & 1996) and The Starchitects Award (2007). His work has been highlighted in numerous publications including The New York Times, The Gazette and other prominent newspapers and magazines.

With a growing client list in and around the New York area, in 1999 Karl Fischer Architect opened a branch office in New York City. In 2003, the New York office moved into its current locale in the city’s hip SoHo neighborhood. With an emphasis on high-quality exterior and interior design, Karl Fischer Architect is thriving in today’s competitive marketplace.

From a small operation at its founding, Karl Fischer Architect’s skilled team of architects, technicians and support staff currently number over 30 in Montreal and New York.

Karl Fischer Architect specializes in new building design, condominium conversions, single and multiple-family housing units, and commercial projects. The company provides its clients with a full range of services, including personalized design, interior design, site planning, economic feasibility studies, budget preparation and specification and construction services.

Fariba Makooi AIA, Joined the firm in 2012 as Senior Managing Architect and now is a partner of the firm. 

She brings an extensive experience in design and implementation of residential projects in New York City.

Past Experience:

Principal at Fariba Makooi Architect PLLC, New York, NY (FMA) 2009-2012 Principal at H. Thomas O’Hara Architect PLLC, New York, NY (HTO) 2001-2009 Studio Manager at Meltzer/Mandl Architects New York, NY (M/M) 1996-2001 Project Manager at Perkins and Will Architects New York, NY (P/W) 1990-1996 Project Architect at Russo and Sonder Architects New York, NY (R/S) 1986-1990 Her areas of expertise are:

Zoning Analysis

Programming for Hi-rise Residential Buildings

Managing Residential Projects from Schematic Design through Construction Administration Designing & Planning Residential / Hospitality projects,

Managing HPD and HUD projects