ARCNOMA and ARCHITECTURE NOMAD PLLC Introduce Integrated Research and Practice Model to Address Urban Complexity
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NEW YORK, NY – Architecture Nomad PLLC, a New York based licensed architectural practice, has announced the formal integration of its operations with ARCNOMA, a dedicated spatial research and building science studio. This dual entity model is designed to bridge the gap between speculative design theory and the technical execution of complex urban projects. Founded by Christopher Mancia, the firm operates on the principle that modern architectural challenges ranging from housing density to climate resilience require a continuous loop between academic rigor and professional delivery. Under this structure, ARCNOMA serves as an incubator for building science and digital workflows, while Architecture Nomad PLLC handles the legal, technical, and construction administration of built works.
The studio’s recent portfolio highlights the efficacy of this model through high density residential conversions and urban interventions. By nesting research directly within the practice, the firm is able to apply advanced acoustic, thermal, and structural data to boutique scale projects that typically lack access to high level building science.
"The traditional split between the thinking studio and the building firm is no longer sufficient for the complexities of the New York landscape," says Christopher Mancia, Founder of Architecture Nomad. "Our goal is to ensure that innovation is not a separate phase of work, but a permanent component of the professional services we provide to our clients." As the firm expands its footprint, it continues to focus on the Architecture of Belonging. This mission explores how adaptive reuse and identity focused design can foster resilience in evolving neighborhoods.
About Architecture Nomad PLLC
Architecture Nomad PLLC is a licensed architecture firm based in New York City. Led by Christopher Mancia, the practice specializes in residential, commercial and urban projects that prioritize human experience and technical excellence.
About ARCNOMA
ARCNOMA is the research and innovation wing of the Architecture Nomad ecosystem. It focuses on building science, urbanism, and the development of new material and digital systems to inform the built environment.
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Christopher Mancia
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