Mount Morris Fire Watchtower
In October 2019, AYON Studio joined the Harlem community in celebrating the re-opening of the Mount Morris Fire Watchtower in Marcus Garvey Park. Originally designed by Julius Kroehl and constructed in 1857, this cast iron structure is the last surviving tower of its kind in New York City. Since 2000, Principal Angel Ayón has been advising all stakeholders in the fight to save and restore this beloved neighborhood landmark.
Reglazing Modernism
Reglazing Modernism: Intervention Strategies for 20th Century Icons (Birkhäuser, 2019) has been released to the public! Co-authored by Principal Angel Ayón—with Uta Pottgiesser and Nathaniel Richards—this comprehensive study looks at the deterioration of curtain and window walls in modern architecture and outlines various intervention approaches. Presented in an easy-to-read format with 20 case studies, the book is currently available online for preorder. Order your copy today!
What our Clients Say
“We really appreciate all that the AYON Studio team has done for us at 15 Broad Street. We know that there are other team members behind the scenes as well, and under Angel’s leadership, they always go above and beyond for us.”
— Stephen Clare, Executive Chef, Soigne
“AYON Studio should be so proud of the fine work they did at 190 Bowery. It really wouldn’t have happened without Angel’s dedication and clever handling of the expeditor and Department of Buildings.”
— Louisa St.Pierre, Global Head, Art + Design + Experiential, Great Bowery
"Working with AYON Studio exceeded our expectations! What makes them shine brighter than the average firm is their outstanding team culture, economical savviness, and genuine commitment toward their client’s success. Their industry-leading approach to the field of preservation and the construction oversight they provide is phenomenal. Because of the relationship we have developed over the years, we can truly say we have an Architect in our family."
— Derrick Johnson, Deacon Board Chairman, New Bethel Way of the Cross Church of Christ
“When I decided to open a pilates studio, I had the concept in mind and knew the “feeling” I wanted to create but had no idea how to attain it. Angel’s expertise and acute sense of space, design, aesthetic, and function transformed a plain room in great need of repair into an elegant studio reflecting my values and my mission. The end result was something far greater than anything I could have imagined.”
— Ms. Janine Flasschoen, Founder, The Fifth Line
Read our latest Newsletter
We’ve more than doubled in size in the last 5 years! Our growth, while planned, would not have happened without the continual efforts of our outstanding team to provide the best possible service to our clients. Outside the office, they’re participating on panels, delivering academic lectures, setting up exhibitions, and sitting on juries. Check out our latest newsletter below, which acknowledges and celebrates all the most recent achievements and activities of our staff.
Principal Angel Ayón and Associate Sanika Kulkarni attended the 25th Grassroots Preservation Awards on June 17, 2025, hosted by the Historic Districts Council (HDC). During the event, Angel personally introduced and presented New York State Senator Cordell Cleare with a Friend in High Places Award.
On May 22nd, we attended the Save Harlem Now! 2nd Annual Gene Norman Preservation Awards Gala at the beautiful Riverside Church in Morningside Heights. Principal Angel Ayón, who serves as SNH! Board Vice President, was joined by his wife and daughter, and colleagues Sanika Kulkarni and Alicia Koledin.
On April 22nd, a group from our office joined a sold-out crowd of 600 at the Edison Ballroom for the 35th annual Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards, hosted by The New York Landmarks Conservancy.
We were excited to be there to honor many of our colleagues, particularly our dear friend and collaborator, Ann Friedman, who was presented with the Special Award for Preservation Service.
