ODA
Architecture and PlanningNew York, United States51-200 Employees
ODA is a mid-sized architecture and planning practice based in New York City, founded in 2007. The firm has earned a reputation for inventive, boundary-pushing designs that center human experience in urban contexts. It has completed more than 55 projects in New York City and around the world, illustrating substantial experience with dense urban environments. The practice is led by founding principal Eran Chen, whose work has been recognized for social responsibility and contribution to contemporary urban life. Its design approach aims to balance protective shelter with expansive views and a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces to improve daily living. By focusing on urban living and participating in discourse around city life, the firm positions itself as a contributor to broader conversations about how people inhabit cities.