The Partners
GRADE New York
We share a vision about what living spaces should be—ordered, inviting, artful and enduring. Since GRADE’s founding in 2004, it has been our belief that integrating architecture and interior design from the outset creates the most beautiful, balanced and cohesive solutions. We travel widely for inspiration, and our obsession with creating contemporary beauty for balanced living fuels each uniquely personal space we design. Our work is grounded in historical precedent and informed by context with a view to the future.
Team Members
The Staff at Grade
Erik Malavé
Principal
As Principal and Creative Director, Erik works closely with the partners to establish a visioning process and design criteria for all projects, while also serving as a Studio mentor and liaison between project teams and leadership.
Adam Amelchenko, RA
Principal
Adam’s focus as Principal and Studio Director is primarily on new construction, single-family houses, and extensive townhouse and apartment renovations; balancing design work with project management and team oversight.
Andrew Mattessich
Studio Director
Andrew specializes in the design and execution of high-end projects ranging from residential renovations to luxury retail store fit-outs, overseeing construction administration and management of multiple domestic job sites.
Danielle Legault
Interior Design Director
Danielle leads and mentors the interiors team while managing design and decoration of private residences from vision and design development through install and cultivating relationships with clients and vendors in sourcing from galleries worldwide.
Al Yaktubay
Director of Finance
Al is responsible for managing financial and administrative functions of the firm as well as overseeing day-to-day operations, including employee relations, training and development, and benefits administration.
Erin Robertson
Head of Marketing
Erin supports the partners in developing and implementing marketing initiatives, including management of the firm's digital presence, social media, PR coordination, and events.
Studio
- Samantha Burkett
- Luis Cardona
- Nico Chapus
- Nina Daniele
- Stephen Fish
- Kate Fowler
- Kiah Friedman
- Stas Gulkowski
- Alejandra Fuentes Hechem
- Patrick Jackson
- Michelle Lee
- Andrea Marza-Mendez
- Jordan McNamara
- Sanza Monleon
- Alexa Patel
- Bianka Pineda Espinal
- Peyton Roth
- Nicholas Schroeder
- Austin Scott
- Rachael Skolnekovich
- Dan Trumble
- Duncan White
Procurement
- Maeva Fouche
- Carolyn Thompson
Administration
- Ryann Bieber
- Stephanie Dang, HR
- Giovann Pierre
Intern
Julie Gonzalez
