Sussan Lari Architect PC

My wife and I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Sussan Lari and her firm for the past two years designing and building our new construction home in the Village of Flower Hill in Manhasset, NY. Sussan performed all possible aspects of her trade including i) architectural design and layout, ii) interior design such as kitchen and bathrooms, lighting, extensive built in cabinetry and millworks, stairs and railing, wall and flooring design, iii) site & landscape design including pool, patio, gardens, and outdoor BBQ, iv) construction administration and even v) furnishing, finishing, accessorizing and coloring the interior. We had a very specific "modern classic" design in mind for our home which is very challenging because every aspect of the home had to combine both design styles within it (as opposed to "transitional" which tends to mix some modern and some traditional elements). We searched regional architects from Boston to Washington D.C. and even started working with another, supposedly high end, architect in New York City before finding Sussan right next door in the village of Roslyn. We were incredibly fortunate to find a national quality architecture firm so close which allowed us to combine rare top level design skills with the very close local oversight and personal service Sussan provided. Sussan is an incredibly skilled designer who brings an extraordinary attention to detail to all aspects of her work. While she has designed homes in other styles, she was particularly skilled with our "modern classic" design vision and greatly enhanced it - both aesthetically and practically. The result is an extremely well balanced home that combines local and global, open and intimate, and modern and classic. For example, when selecting modern classic windows for our home she passed on traditional “double-hung” windows and referred us to MQ Windows in Canada which, while being modern in using large panes and slight mullions, incorporate a classic design used in Europe for centuries updated with “turn & tilt” functionality. We also had very extensive "healthy home" restrictions with natural-only materials requirements that she patiently worked with us and the building contractors to adhere to. While most architects now cut corners to keep their commitment and cost down (such as only providing kitchen and bathroom layouts and sending the client to go to a "kitchen showroom" to pick everything out themselves), Sussan would never think of this and designs the entire house as a whole. She drafted extremely detailed elevations and was at all product design showrooms herself both with and without us. While we did not know it when we hired her, Sussan's kitchen, custom cabinetry and millwork designs are one of her trademarks and, built by her long-time cabinet, millwork and tile installation contractor artisans, offer the highest level of custom results for a cost comparable to upscale kitchen and cabinetry showrooms. While we hesitate to call Sussan "old school", as she is anything but in her designs, she provides the full, classic array of architectural skills including hyper-detailed designs, materials selection, construction oversight, and perhaps most importantly, contractor management. Sussan gets the best out of every contractor (most of the best of which she knows from multiple projects). Contractors know they are working on one of Sussan's houses and all take their game up a notch knowing only the best results will be accepted. And her professionalism working with local zoning and architectural boards and building inspectors was appreciated by them and lead to a level of trust that was very important in the approvals process for us. Perhaps most importantly, though, are Sussan's client relationship abilities. She is just such a pleasurable and trustworthy person to work with. If you mention something to her, she will remember it and, unless she comes back to you with a better idea, you can count of it being incorporated. We had a great collaboration with her with a truly massive amount of ideas exchanged with both of us always willing to defer to a better idea. While, of course, she will bend to the client's will if you want, you probably won't want her to, as the few items we "shelved" for later discussion until an agreement could be found, she was definitely correct on in hindsight! Even as we walk around our house a year after moving in we still notice interior details Sussan created and we are still getting compliments from neighbors regarding the exterior design. We could not be happier with our new home.

Sussan is one of the most knowledgeable and creative people we have ever worked with. Her experience and her team are very hands-on and professional. When it comes to quality, craftsmanship, and design, her record speaks for itself.

The first time I photographed Sussan Lari Architect project was about 20 years ago. It was a very nice upscale project involving beautiful architecture furnished with a top quality antiques applied to the taste of architect's Persian clients. The architecture was very distinguish, elegant and unique, blending european and Persian aristocratic look to perfectly meet clients background and lifestyle. Since then I photographed most of Sussan's projects watching her systematic evolvement and growth. Her work became unique and distinctive. She designs and build castle like houses, New York townhouses or dignitaries apartments. The photographs produced of her work appear in books and publications, and are being used for educational purposes for other architects and designers. Peter Rymwid Architectural Photographer

Working with Sussan Lari and her team is always an absolute pleasure. We have collaborated on multiple projects by now, and the teams passion for their work is undeniable and their dedication to their clients needs goes unspoken. They do not allow their professional expertise to overshadow my desires as a client, but will always guide my taste in the appropriate direction! Next to their impeccable eye, what I find most appealing is Susan and her teams ability to find a better priced item (if the first choice was a little too pricey) that is a very close match to the original aesthetic! Hiring a team like Susan Lari's was a great weight off my shoulders. Knowing that she will be in touch with all the contractors and necessary agents in getting the job done, allowed me peace of mind that everything will be complete in a timely and organized manner. Working closely with Sussan Lari over the years has not only blessed me with beautiful homes, but also new friendships. Looking forward to the next project!

I had the pleasure and privilege of working with Sussan Lari and her team on two separate occasions and I can recommend her without reservations. Ms. Lari conceived and carried out the renovation of my Tudor style home about five years ago, and more recently, my NYC pied-à-terre. She is an exceptionally talented architect as she reunites exquisite skills for Interior Design and a deep understanding of the technical and structural challenges that her projects present. Ms. Lari's sense of space and form are unparalleled. Having worked with other talented architects, I am well placed to appreciate that Sussan really takes the time to get to know her clients's needs and wants, and always strives to create the home of their dreams, no matter what their budget is. Her attention to detail is tireless as is her commitment towards quality. Throughout the entire project, Ms. Lari involved me in the decision-making process, both educating me as to the various options and making herself available to respond to any questions I may have had. I have only words of praise and the highest appreciation for her talents and accomplishments.

Sussan Lari is one of the most talented, professional and honorable people I have had the pleasure to work with in my more than 30 years in this industry. Her standards and her expectations are extremely high, not only for each of us, her vendors, but for herself and her staff as well. The attention to detail she and her firm bring to their projects is without compare. At Window Works we are immensely proud of our 20 + year association with Sussan Lari Architects.

Working with Sussan Lari and her firm has been an absolute pleasure. Sussan is a consummate professional as well as incredibly creative, level headed and intuitive. Her design capabilities are unparalleled as is her ability to connect with her clients. During the design phase we found our wants and needs understood perfectly which translated into near perfect plans on the first draft. While clearly a gifted architect, with encyclopedic knowledge of building codes and construction requirements, I believe Sussan to be a true artist who desires to create beautiful homes that are both efficient and functional as well as aesthetically pleasing, serene spaces. Ultimately, due to various factors, we did not proceed with this project and are instead moving to a different house. However, we are very much looking forward to engaging Sussan and her firm on a future project in our new home.

we worked with Sussan Lari and her team for several years in connection with our new house. First we engaged her to do interior design in the entire house as well as exterior detailing, and then we did a separate engagement for furniture etc for the entire house. Her professionalism and attention to detail was exemplary and truly helped us build and furnish our "dream" house. She understood our needs and our taste extremely well and was able to work us through the selection process successfully throughout the multi-year process,

We had a wonderful experience working with Sussan lari and her team ! She has a implacable taste and professional ! On time to meet all dead line and work with all trade to make sure work being done right and to the spec ! Very highly recommend her

I had the pleasure of working with Sussan Lari on my NYC architectural and interior apartment re-design. Her taste and industry knowledge are both impressive, but most importantly she did a great job of working my thoughts and aesthetic into the design of my home as well. She always presented me with well thought-out and great options, and she made the entire process smooth, on time and within the agreed upon budget (by having the honest conversations up front). I have lived with the design for almost 3 years now, and it seems each day I am silently thanking Sussan for everything from the overall well planned architectural layout to something as simple as a well-placed light fixture or cozy seating arrangement. I continue to use Sussan on an as -needed basis, and I would recommend her without hesitation and wholeheartedly.