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07/21/2026

We’re proud to announce that CetraRuddy has named five new partners to its leadership team. These appointments continue our 40-year history of thought leadership and design excellence.

Cofounders John Cetra, FAIA and Nancy J. Ruddy, together with partners Eugene Flotteron, AIA and Ximena Rodriguez, welcome:

• Brian McFarland, AIA, NCARB, a consummate architect with command of design and constructability and extensive accomplishments in the multifamily residential sector, who has led numerous complex and high-profile new buildings and conversion projects.

• Theresa M. Genovese, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, known for her important work on cultural and higher-education projects.

• Paul-Arthur Heller, whose portfolio includes a range of large-scale commercial and mixed-use complexes, as well as cultural and sciences projects internationally and across the United States.

• Charles Thomson, AIA, LEED AP, a lead architect for numerous high-rise structures known for combining technical and design excellence.

• Jonny Whitaker, with extensive experience in operations leadership in the design industry, whose architectural training and technology-focused solutions support successful growth.

Read more at link in bio!

12/17/2025

We were proud to see our Principal & Director of Interior Design, Ximena Rodriguez, take part in the Elevate Conference in Miami, joining an engaging conversation on the future of luxury high-rise living.

Ximena shared insights on wellness, personalization, and elevated materials, highlighting projects like Rose Hill and 25 Water—the largest office-to-residential conversion to date at over 1M SF—where she contrasted how amenities are thoughtfully designed to resonate with distinct target audiences.

The panel also featured Melissa Ziweslin of , Paris Forino of , and Michael Gabellini of , with Emmanuelle Slossberg of moderating the discussion.

Thank you to Elevate and fellow panelists for an inspiring exchange on what’s next for luxury design.

06/17/2025

CetraRuddy is proud to be recognized by the Society for American Registered Architects, New York Council, for our transformative work on 25 Water Street. The project received a Design Award of Honor at the 30th Annual Design Awards.

One of the largest office-to-residential conversions in the nation, 25 Water Street reimagines a former commercial tower as vibrant, modern housing. This ambitious project brings new energy to the Financial District and sets a precedent for sustainable urban transformation.

Thank you to for this incredible honor, and congratulations to our project team and collaborators who helped bring this bold vision to life.

05/06/2025

25 Water is a bold reimagining of what underutilized buildings in New York City can become. This Architectural Record article spotlights how forward-thinking design can support urgent housing needs and revitalize our city. Thank you to and .gonchar for the feature and to our clients , Metro Loft, and Rockwood Capital. Read the article at our link in bio.

MEP Engineer - FMC Engineering
Structural Engineer - Gilsanz Murray Steficek
Facade Consultant - AJLP/Surface Design Group
Code Consultant - CCI
Lighting Designer - ILC Studios
Acoustics - Longman Lindsey
AV/IT/Security - Shen Milsom & Wilke (SM&W), LLC
Landscape Designer - MPFP
Sustainability Consultant - Socotec
Vertical Transportation - VDA
Pool Consultant - Lothrop/Aquatectonic
Expeditor - William Vitacco and Associates
Amenity Consultant - LIVunLtd
Construction Manager - Pavarini McGovern

04/25/2025

Clarkson Estates, CAMBA Housing Ventures’ affordable and supportive housing development currently under construction in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, was designed by our team to Passive House standards that maximize energy efficiency and thermal comfort. The building features a ductless heating and cooling system that further advances overall energy efficiency – a groundbreaking achievement for Passive House construction.

The development will provide 328 permanently affordable and supportive homes for low-income and formerly unhoused families and individuals, and feature more than 30,000 square feet of community facility space and onsite community resources to promote health and well-being.

06/20/2023

Principal Eugene Flotteron, shares groundbreaking insights during a press interview with Radio France International, shedding light on the awe-inspiring project 30 Morningside. He offers the radio audience a glimpse into the unique conversion project where building innovation intertwines seamlessly with the everyday residential experience.

04/24/2023

Happy Earth Day from everyone at CetraRuddy!

02/06/2023

As .nyc rises to the sky, the building form maximizes view corridors through a gentle twist and cantilevering.

Photo credits: David Sundberg/Esto

02/03/2023

A hill town in Midtown: .nyc's elevated green spaces form an urban oasis above the theater district. Indoor-outdoor connectivity between varied amenity spaces creates a sense of vertical community.

Photo credits: David Sundberg/Esto

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Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

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