What Amalgam Studio does

Amalgam Studio LLC is a New York City-based interdisciplinary architectural design studio founded in 2013 by Ben Albury. Operating from a small office in Midtown Manhattan's Garment District, the firm provides architecture, interior design, furniture design, and product design services across residential, hospitality, and commercial real estate sectors. Its core client base consists of high-net-worth individuals seeking custom sustainable homes, Michelin-rated restaurants requiring distinctive interior environments, and developers of architecturally significant commercial properties in landmark locations.

The studio's technical foundation centers on sustainable design principles, with demonstrated expertise in Passive House construction standards, Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) wall systems, geothermal heat pumps, Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), and modular construction approaches. Notable completed projects include the award-winning Silvernails Passive House residence in Columbia County, NY (recognized in Dezeen's Top 10 US Architecture Projects 2018), the Pound Ridge House featuring ICF construction with 15-ton geothermal systems, restaurant interiors for Mas (Farmhouse) and Almanac, and Tribeca and Hells Kitchen apartment renovations. The studio also maintains an active conceptual pipeline including modular housing systems (VenHaus, Kabin), disaster relief shelters (MODUS), and floating residential studios (GlassHaus).

Revenue is generated primarily through project-based professional services fees quoted individually for each engagement, supplemented by direct-to-consumer sales of limited-edition coffee table books ($30-$60) and the Atlas beanbag chair ($240) through an e-commerce storefront. The go-to-market model relies on earned media coverage in leading architecture outlets, organic social media presence on Instagram and LinkedIn, and word-of-mouth referrals from completed projects. The firm participates in industry recognition programs such as the Venice Architecture Biennale (2021) and has received awards from Dezeen, Architizer, and BUILD Magazine. The founder also leads Venhaus LLC (modular housing) and House X New York LLC (real estate) as separate ventures.

Name

Amalgam Studio

Legal name

Amalgam Studio LLC

Website

https://amalgam-studio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Amalgam Studio is a small NYC-based interdisciplinary architectural design studio founded in 2013, specializing in sustainable Passive House construction, interior design, and furniture for high-end residential, hospitality, and landmark commercial clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Design Services

NAICS

Interior Design Services (54141), Interior Design Services (541410)

SIC

Miscellaneous Furniture & Fixtures (2590)

akta.pro primary industry

Building Information Modeling (BIM) & Digital Design Services (BPAHAKAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE)

Keywords

• Architectural design services
• Interior design services
• Sustainable architecture
• Residential architecture
• Hospitality interior design

Headquarters

HQ city

New York City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Architectural Design Services: Custom architectural and interior design services for residential and commercial projects, including new construction, renovations, and renovations. Revenue generated through project-based professional fees.
2. Product Sales: Sale of designed products including furniture (The Atlas beanbag chair at $240) and published books (The Modern Residence at $60, The New Rural at $45, Surrounded By Wood at $30).
3. Modular Housing Licensing: VenHaus modular housing system designed as an affordable, adaptable housing solution for North America with potential licensing opportunities for builders and developers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Amalgam Studio is a boutique architectural design firm that delivers custom architecture, interior design, and furniture design services for residential, hospitality, and commercial clients, with deep specialization in sustainable Passive House construction and energy-efficient building methods. In addition to design services, the studio sells branded merchandise (a custom-designed beanbag chair and coffee-table books) via its online shop and develops modular housing concepts (VenHaus, Kabin, GlassHaus, MODUS) intended for licensing.

Product overview

Amalgam Studio LLC is a New York City-based interdisciplinary architectural design studio offering architectural design, interior design, and furniture design services across residential, commercial, civic, institutional, and hospitality sectors. The studio's portfolio includes completed projects such as the award-winning Silvernails Passive House residence, Pound Ridge House, restaurant interiors (Mas, Almanac), and apartment renovations. Conceptual projects include modular housing systems (VenHaus), disaster relief shelters (MODUS), floating studios (GlassHaus), and lightweight kit houses (Kabin). The studio also operates an online shop selling coffee table books featuring their work and branded merchandise. The company was founded in 2013 and participates in industry events such as the Venice Architecture Biennale.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Architectural Design Services
• Interior Design Services
• The Atlas Custom-Designed Beanbag
• The New Rural - Interiors Within Nature Hardcover Book
• The Modern Residence Hardcover Coffee Table Book 528-page limited edition hardcover coffee table book featuring the Silvernails project, sold for $60 USD per copy via the studio's online shop.
• Surrounded By Wood Hardcover Coffee Table Book 288-page limited edition hardcover coffee table book featuring the Silvernails project, sold for $30 USD per copy via the studio's online shop.
• VenHaus Modular Housing System
• Kabin Lightweight Kit House
• MODUS Rapid Deployment Shelter
• GlassHaus Floating Studio

Quantifiable outcome

• 8,260 sq ft Passive House certified residence achieving Net Zero energy status with geothermal systems and solar panels
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Isabella Patrick DesignminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated on Mas (Farmhouse) Restaurant interior design project in West Village, NY. Isabella Patrick Design contributed to the interior design work while Amalgam Studio led overall project design and management.
• Carbon Custom BuildersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerClient/Owner/Builder and Photographer credit for Pound Ridge House project. Built the 8,260 sq ft Passive House residence designed by Amalgam Studio in Pound Ridge, Westchester County, NY.
• SCK TeamworkminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction contractor for Hells Kitchen Loft Interiors project completed in 2023. Amalgam Studio provided architectural and interior design services.
• Miguel CazaresminorOthersPhotographer credited for Hells Kitchen Loft Interiors and Tribeca Apartment Interiors projects, providing professional photography services for project documentation.
• Flash 1 IncminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGeneral contractor for Tribeca Apartment Interiors project completed in 2022, approximately 1,200 sq ft gut renovation in historic Tribeca co-op building.
• MOAD (Mostafa Osman Architecture & Design PLLC)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPermitting and Architect of Record for Tribeca Apartment Interiors project, handling regulatory compliance and official architectural documentation.
• Oliver MintminorOthersPhotographer credited for Silvernails main residence and Silvernails Mountain House exteriors projects completed in 2018.
• European Cultural Center (ECC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost organization for Venice 2021 Architecture Biennial exhibition 'Time Space Existence' featuring Amalgam Studio's work alongside 212 participants from 51 countries at Palazzo Mora in Venice.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Roman and Williams: NYC-based interdisciplinary architecture and design studio offering architecture, interiors, and product/furniture design for high-end residential, hospitality, and cultural clients. Directly comparable boutique scale and interdisciplinary model.
• Workstead: Brooklyn-based multidisciplinary studio combining architecture, interiors, and lighting/product design with a similar focus on craftsmanship and residential/hospitality work. Comparable size and interdisciplinary positioning.
• Deborah Berke Partners: NYC architecture firm working across residential, hospitality, institutional, and cultural projects with strong interior design integration. Comparable boutique-to-mid size and high-end New York client base.
• Peter Pennoyer Architects: NYC firm specializing in classical and traditional architecture for landmark residential and institutional projects. Comparable focus on high-end residential architecture in NYC, including historic building renovations.
• Studio Sofield: NYC interior design and architecture practice known for luxury residential, hospitality, and retail interiors. Highly comparable boutique scale and hospitality/restaurant interior work.
• Messana O'Rorke: NYC architecture and interiors firm focused on residential, hospitality, and retail projects with an emphasis on craft and material sensibility. Closely comparable boutique scale and interdisciplinary design.

Broad incumbents

• Olson Kundig: Larger Seattle-based design firm with comparable focus on high-end custom residential architecture and integrated interiors/furniture. Wider geographic reach but similar craft-driven, sustainability-oriented ethos.
• Fernbank Museum / Perkins&Will: Large global architecture firm with significant sustainability and Passive House practice across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors. Represents the scaled, better-capitalized competitor that boutique sustainable studios may partner with or compete against on larger projects.
• KieranTimberlake: Philadelphia-based architecture firm with a recognized focus on sustainability, Passive House, and innovative construction systems. Comparable expertise in advanced building envelopes and modular construction concepts.

Regional players

• BKSK Architects: NYC-based architecture studio with practice across residential, commercial, and cultural projects including landmark work. Comparable regional focus and architectural/interior integration.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/amalgam-studio
• Instagraminstagram.com/amalgam_studio

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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