Team

DXA studio is an award-winning design practice that provides a rare balance of expertly crafted design with technical proficiency. Believing in the power of architecture to positively influence the lives of all that engage it, DXA focuses on authenticity, sustainability and innovation in all their projects.

Established in 2011, DXA’s expertise spans the full spectrum of design services and project categories including multi-family and single family residential, commercial, institutional and hotel design. In-depth research and analysis happen prior to design, identifying opportunities to push boundaries and integrate technological advances in building materials, construction, and sustainable strategies. By capitalizing on these discoveries, the site, program and unique opportunities of each project, DXA produces creative solutions and distinctive design work that consistently outperforms expectations.

At DXA studio, client projects begin with an open exchange of ideas and full architect-client collaboration. The client’s program and desires, along with the complexities and context of the site are used to create a conceptual framework. From this process, a design of distinctive identity, clarity, and ingenuity is created.

Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing specializes in the marketing, sales and leasing of exceptional new residential developments. BHSDM’s comprehensive services deliver a meticulous approach to the development process including site analysis, market research, predevelopment planning, design consultation, strategic marketing, and focused sales and leasing. With a foundation rooted in collaboration, every stage of the process is approached with innovative thinking, the latest technologies, unrivaled market knowledge and rigorous attention to detail. As a division of Brown Harris
Stevens, the recognized real estate industry leader since 1873, all projects are supported by experienced professionals throughout New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida and select global partners.

The Aguayo Team at Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing is a consistently award-winning Power Broker team. This year, it was ranked by Real Trends as the #2 team in New York and #13 in the country. In 2019, it represented two of the city’s top ten best-selling buildings, and has been named the #1 Team in Brooklyn by The Real Deal. Led by Brendan Aguayo, SVP and Managing Director at BHSDM, The Aguayo Team has consulted on over 350 development projects in New York City over the span of two decades. The team offers guidance on navigating all stages of the development process – from acquisition through pre-development planning, marketing, and sales or lease-up.  

Increasingly recognized as one of the most active and innovative developers in New York City, New Empire Corp. (“New Empire”) offers in-house expertise that spans a myriad of real estate disciplines ranging from the sourcing and analysis of target properties to zoning, capital raising, architecture and design, construction management, marketing and property management. For the past 20 + years, and with a staff of group industry professionals, New Empire has evolved into a fully vertically integrated business that has successfully renovated, built and developed over 100 mixed-use, residential, rental, condo, and hotel real estate projects, in premier locations, throughout New York City.