Urban Architectural Initiatives (UAI)

Urban Architectural Initiatives (UAI) Urban Architectural Initiatives RA PC (UAI) is a design-oriented architectural and planning firm formed in 1996.

Urban Architectural Initiatives (UAI) is a minority-owned, vibrant and diverse group of professionals united around the idea that great architecture is not only for the privileged few and can help all people lead a healthy, happy and dignified life. Our work encompasses community facilities, educational, residential, health care, religious, commercial, transportation, historic restoration and urban revitalization projects. The practice draws on the varied experiences of its principals and staff, combining a strong interest in urban building types with a broad and in-depth knowledge of the construction industry. Completed and ongoing work extends from the five boroughs of New York City to the metropolitan, tri-state area.

The details of our Jerome Avenue project's façade are certainly worth a closer look! Developed by ACMH, Inc. and constru...
10/07/2026

The details of our Jerome Avenue project's façade are certainly worth a closer look! Developed by ACMH, Inc. and constructed by Archstone Builders, 1760 Jerome Avenue will bring 175 affordable housing units to the Bronx in March 2027.

In honor of Construction Appreciation Week, we wanted to highlight progress on our Timbale Terrace project as the truss ...
09/17/2026

In honor of Construction Appreciation Week, we wanted to highlight progress on our Timbale Terrace project as the truss supporting the residential floors over the community facility recital hall and parking garage is installed. We value the hard work and diligence of Mega Contracting Group, our partners on Timbale Terrace, and all the contractors who help bring our projects to life!

UAI had the chance to join staff, volunteers, and residents of WellLife Network's Cypress Avenue supportive housing resi...
08/28/2026

UAI had the chance to join staff, volunteers, and residents of WellLife Network's Cypress Avenue supportive housing residence in Queens to transform an unused area into Cypress Unity Park: a place for residents to gather, relax, connect, and celebrate their creativity. It was truly a privilege for us help beautify this UAI-designed building!

It wouldn't feel like summer at UAI without the Mets! Taking in a game with friends and family is one of our most endur...
08/20/2026

It wouldn't feel like summer at UAI without the Mets! Taking in a game with friends and family is one of our most enduring company traditions.

The interior areas of Alafia B1 are just beginning to take shape: here we can catch a glimpse of the parking area, mailr...
08/10/2026

The interior areas of Alafia B1 are just beginning to take shape: here we can catch a glimpse of the parking area, mailroom, and tenant amenity spaces. Designed by UAI and developed as a joint venture by L+M Development Partners, RiseBoro Community Partnership, and Apex Building Group, Building B1 will bring 209 affordable housing apartments to southeast Brooklyn when completed at the end of this year.

Governors Island is just a short ferry ride from our office in Lower Manhattan, but it feels like a different world! We ...
07/31/2026

Governors Island is just a short ferry ride from our office in Lower Manhattan, but it feels like a different world! We celebrated summer at UAI by getting out of the office and taking advantage of one of the many public green spaces New York City has to offer.

Now that the scaffolding's been taken down, we have a chance to show you all the details on the Jerome Avenue project's ...
07/24/2026

Now that the scaffolding's been taken down, we have a chance to show you all the details on the Jerome Avenue project's façade! Developed by ACMH, Inc. and constructed by Archstone Builders, 1760 Jerome Avenue will bring 175 affordable housing units to the Bronx in March 2027.

The theme of this weekend's NYC Pride March is "For All of Us". Over the past three decades, we've worked to design sust...
06/26/2026

The theme of this weekend's NYC Pride March is "For All of Us". Over the past three decades, we've worked to design sustainable, inclusive, and accessible buildings to strengthen our local communities; because at UAI, we believe that architecture is for all of us too. Happy Pride from UAI!🌈

Are you participating in Daylight Hour 2026 on Wednesday, June 24th? By pledging to turn off your lights between 12pm-1p...
06/23/2026

Are you participating in Daylight Hour 2026 on Wednesday, June 24th? By pledging to turn off your lights between 12pm-1pm local time, you'll be joining a global campaign to raise awareness about sustainability and energy efficiency in office spaces. UAI is joining Daylight Hour in the goal of saving 40 Empire State Buildings' worth of energy! Sign up at https://daylighthour.org.

If you’re heading to the 24th Annual New York State Supportive Housing Conference this Thursday June 18th, stop by and s...
06/16/2026

If you’re heading to the 24th Annual New York State Supportive Housing Conference this Thursday June 18th, stop by and see us at Exhibitor Booth 3. We’re excited to be participating in the country’s largest supportive housing conference, and we hope to see you there!

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233 Broadway, Ste 2150
New York, NY
10279

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm

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+12129791510

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