Diane Neff Architect

Diane Neff, Architect, PLLC is a residential and commercial architecture firm that specializes in designing projects that integrate the built project with its surroundings. We strive to transform our clients' dreams into reality by providing a full range of services including planning, design, construction documentation, and construction administration. Our firm is committed to environmentally responsible architecture and believes that subtle changes can have extreme impacts. We are dedicated to the idea that small things matter.

Our Philosophy

Our philosophy is centered around living with, rather than against, the land. We believe in designing projects that fuse a client's dreams and the particularities of place to create memorable architecture. Our designs prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability, demonstrating that subtle changes can have extreme impacts. We believe that small things matter, whether it's adding a porch to allow for outdoor living, aligning windows to encourage cooling breezes, or using materials and paints with less harmful gases. We are committed to using simple, common sense ideas that elevate the ordinary occurrences of daily life into ceremony.

Our Services

At Diane Neff, Architect, PLLC, we provide a full range of services to meet our clients' needs. Our services include:

• Planning: We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and develop a plan that meets their goals and budget.
• Design: Our designs prioritize energy efficiency, sustainability, and functionality. We believe that good design should be accessible to everyone, and we work hard to create spaces that are both beautiful and practical.
• Construction Documentation: We provide detailed construction documents that ensure that the project is built to our exact specifications.
• Construction Administration: We provide ongoing support during the construction process, ensuring that the project is built to our exacting standards.

Our Principal

Diane Neff, the firm's principal, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from the University of Virginia and a Masters of Architecture degree from Columbia University. She is LEED accredited and committed to environmentally responsible architecture. Ms. Neff has worked for firms in the New York City metropolitan area and teaches design, design theory, and architectural history at New York Institute of Technology. She also serves as a volunteer in her community, bringing an understanding of architecture to children through hands-on activities.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

At Diane Neff, Architect, PLLC, we are committed to sustainability and energy efficiency. We believe that architecture has a responsibility to the environment and we strive to use materials and practices that minimize our impact on the planet. We use native plantings that require less water and care, and we prioritize the use of recycled materials and materials with low volatile organic compounds (VOCs). We believe that every project is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment.