TRA studio Architecture
Architecture and PlanningNew York, United States11-50 Employees
TRA studio Architecture is a New York City–based practice in architecture and planning that concentrates on projects in urban historic districts. The firm seeks to transform how design navigates the tensions between preservation and contemporary use, operating at the edge between old and new. Its approach blends experimentation with site-specific responsiveness, spanning interiors and new-build interventions while remaining attentive to current conditions. Its work aims to yield coherent, meaningful spaces that respect historic contexts while contributing to neighborhood fabric and urban-scale outcomes. The practice has earned recognition, including the Regina Kellerman Award from the GVSHP and a Grand Army Plaza Competition finalist in 2008. As a relatively small practice, TRA operates with a focus on delivering durable results and responsible resource use.