About Art-Of-Form Architects

about Art-Of-Form

There are few more worthy human endeavors than the crafting of our spaces through architecture.



For over 20 years, Art-Of-Form Architectural Services, PLLC has been providing award-winning architectural services to a wide range of commercial and residential clients in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Florida. As comfortable working in the city as we are in the suburbs, our staff of highly trained and experienced architects, planners, designers and permit expeditors offers a uniquely flexible, responsive, and service-oriented approach to our work. We take pride in our ability to deliver visually striking design in a timely and cost-effective manner. From the concept phase, through permit approvals, and construction, all the way to interior design and finishing, we work closely with our clients and combine their needs and ideas with our experience and unique point of view. The result is architectural excellence, with a personal touch.


meet our team

  • Ray Caliendo
    principal
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Ray Caliendo
As the founding Principal of Art-Of-Form Architectural Services, PLLC, Ray is the Managing Director and Chief Coordinator of all firm activities. He is the primary client liaison and acts as the Architect of Record for most New York State and City projects. Ray is a graduate of NYIT, and after concluding his full-time studies in 1985, Ray worked, first as a Draftsperson and then a Project Manager for a variety of firms within the Architectural Industry. Ray received his license to practice Architecture in 1992, and founded Art-Of-Form Architects in 1994. Ray is a Registered Architect and a Registered Interior Designer with Professional affiliations in both the AIA and ASID.
  • Mark Searage
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Mark Searage
Mark Searage is the Director of Design and Production for Art-Of-Form Architectural Services, PLLC. Due to his extensive background in building design and technology he is the primary Designer of all architectural features for both new construction and renovation work. He is also charged with selecting the particular building systems for the project as a function of the project program, municipal requirements and aesthetic intent. In addition, he is the Coordinator for all production personnel. After working as an architect for other companies, Mark joined AOF in 1997. He is a Registered Architect in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Mark has a Bachelor of Architecture from New York Institute of Technology and is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us.
- Winston Churchill

testimonials

We have used Art-Of-Form Architects on numerous occasions and I am always impressed with their professionalism and quality of service, as well as the creative and innovative designs they bring to each project. Mr. Sal Azzaro
Facilities Manager, TIME WARNER CABLE
We have been utilizing the services of Art-Of-Form Architects for numerous years and have found them to be professional, responsive to clients needs and timely. Our clients have been complimentary to us for recommending Art-Of-Form Architects and their ability to assist us in getting deals done. Mr. David B. Sargoy
Exec. Director, BROWN HARRIS STEVENS
As commercial developers and property owners, we highly recommend Art-Of-Form Architects for their responsiveness, flexibility and broad professional knowledge base. Our association with Art-Of-Form Architects has been an asset to our organization. Joy A. Tomchin
V.P, VANGUARD INVESTORS LTD
We have had the pleasure of many projects with Art-Of-Form Architects and would recommend them along with their expert and courteous staff to any organization. Jaye Traina
Ass't Executive Director - ACADEMY OF MEDICINE OF QUEENS COUNTY
Thanks for your organization’s efforts and professional services rendered during the past years. Art-Of-Form Architects professional services enhance our ability to better manage the Landlord/Tenant relationship. John Fogarty,
Sr. Property Manager - HERITAGE INVESTMENT PROPERTY TRUST INC
You and your staff are wonderfully gracious, reliable, and helpful and were there to help when we needed. You offered a unique option and allowed the design aspect of the shop to be headed up by myself and our contractor and I appreciated very much that freedom. I agree the store is wonderful it was everything I hoped for. Jeanine Longo Owner - THE BEEHIVE HAIR SALON
I recommend Raymond with confidence. You can’t find a more reliable, informative and most of all ethical person to do business with. He gets results. Lidia Casillo
PROPERTY MANAGER AT THE WATERFALLS
I recommend Raymond, for all his creative work over the years. It has been a pleasure to work with a professional who has not only great vision and talent, but is also highly respected in his industry.-not only by his clients, but his collegues as well. Jacki Germano
Managing Director - COMPLETE OFFICE INTERIORS OF NY, LTD
We have an excellent working relationship with Ray Caliendo, and his company, Art-Of-Form Architectural Services, mainly because they place their priorities on Client relations and Client Service. They consistently bring great design skill, professionalism and reliability to the table, and they make the experience of working with an Architect extraordinarily easy and comfortable. Lisa Palermo
Residential & Commercial Realtor - COLDWELL BANKER
Raymond is a highly skilled architect. He and his firm deliver an exceptional product in a timely, complete and accurate manner. His work is creative, thoughtful and professional. I give Raymond my highest recommendation. Rich Fenton
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