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Thomas Morbitzer
Born1974 (age 49–50)
Columbus, Ohio
Other namesTom
Alma materOhio State University (B.S.)
Yale University (M. Arch.)

Thomas (Tom) Morbitzer is an American architect and designer based in New York City. He is the co-founder of AMMOR Architecture.  He is a founding board member of the Williamsburg Biannual, an artist space in Brooklyn, New York and serves as its Secretary and Treasurer.[1]

Personal life[edit]

Morbitzer graduated from Ohio State University School of Architecture[2] (now Knowlton School) and Yale University School of Architecture. He received a certificate of architecture from the Fontainebleau Schools and was awarded the Stewardson Keefe Lebrun Grant[3] from the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter to travel and study throughout Greece. His partner is Goil Amornvivat. They reside in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.[4][5]

Career[edit]

Architecture and interior design[edit]

Tom Morbitzer began his architectural career as an intern at the Columbus Neighborhood Design Assistance Center. He was invited by then-Dean Robert A.M. Stern to work in his New York City office as a designer and project manager on culturally significant structures such as the Guild Hall of East Hampton, NY, and the East Hampton Library, both originally designed by Aymar Embury II. He also contributed to new buildings like the International Quilt Museum in Lincoln, Nebraska, and the Calabasas Civic Center in California.

In 2006, Morbitzer co-founded TUG Studio[6][7] with Goil Amornvivat, and in 2007, they rebranded their firm to AMMOR Architecture.[8] [9] AMMOR Architecture focuses on architecture and interior design. The firm specializes in NYC commercial and residential buildings, with expertise in landmarked buildings, such as 88 Central Park West and 34 Gramercy Park. Outside of New York City, they have focused on new custom residential construction and additions. Their projects have also garnered acclaim in non-traditional spheres, including set design for television shows like "Head Games," (2009) and museum exhibition design such as the Making a Home exhibition for Japan Society's 100th anniversary.

James Logan Abernathy House[edit]

Morbitzer developed a reputation for excellence in preservation. The James Logan Abernathy House was designed by William F Cody in 1962 in Palm Springs, California.[10]  In 2006 with architect Michael Haverland and designer Darren Brown, Morbitzer restored the residence's original decor and upgraded its windows and interior details.[11] [12]AMMOR Architecture was hired to design a spa, carport, and new pool house addition (2012) as well as the kitchen (2024) that complemented the original landmark design.[13] [14]The house was a designated Class 1 historic site by the Palm Springs Preservation Board in 2013.[15] Since completion, the residence has been featured in several fashion editorial features and advertising campaigns for companies such as Louis Vuitton, Herman Miller, Disney, and Mercedes-Benz.[16]

Teaching[edit]

Morbitzer was the Studio Coordinator at Parsons School of Design[17] AAS Interior Design program from 2004 to 2009. From 2010 to 2014, Morbitzer served as part-time faculty at the New York School of Interior Design.[18] He has lectured on residential design for the American Institute of Architecture.[19] He continues to be a guest critic and volunteer mentor for the students from Ohio State and Yale.

Awards/Exhibitions: [edit]

  • 2024: AIA NY Interiors Residential Review Winner - Gramercy Triplex[20]
  • 2024: NYC x Design Honoree - Central Park South Apartment [21]
  • 2024: NYC x Design Honoree - Art Townhouse[22]
  • 2022: NYC x Design Honoree - Gramercy Triplex[23]
  • 2018: NYC x Design Honoree - Downtown Abbey[24]
  • 2019: Preservation Award Village Preservation Society of East Hampton[25]
  • 2010-2013: DIFFA (Design Industry Foundation Fighting AIDS) designer's table[26] [27] [28]
  • 2004: Entry of Note, National AIDS Memorial Competition,[29] [30] "Circle of Lights”
  • 2004: The Voting Booth Project,[31] “Hindsight 20/20” (with Robert A.M. Stern)
  • 2004: Recipient, Americans for the Arts Public Art Network's Best Public Art Projects[32]
  • 2003: Honorable Mention, Jan Ken Pon: Hand to Mouth 2nd Gifu World Design Competition[33]
  • 2003: Exhibition at Carnegie Museum of Arts: Heinz Architectural Center[34] [35]
  • 2003: AIANY Travelling Fellowship Award,[36] “American Idol: Landscape, Architecture, and Democracy in Greece”
  • 2000: Recipient, Yale Eero Saarinen Award for Design Excellence
  • 1999: Recipient, Yale James Gamble Rogers Memorial Scholarship
  • 1996: Recipient, Ohio State Szabo Award

See also[edit]

External links[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "WASSUP | WILLIAMSBURG BIANNUAL". WB NYC. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  2. ^ "Architecture Alumni Success Stories". Engineering Career Services, Ohio State University. 2024-03-25. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  3. ^ Stewardson Keefe LeBrun Travel Grant Recipients, American Institute of Architects, New York Chapter. https://www.aiany.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/LeBrun_-_Grant_Recipients_updated.pdf
  4. ^ Kimball, Capree (2012-12-05). "The Scoop: Goil, Tom, Marley and Lily". Design Milk. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  5. ^ Design Milk (2012-09-08). HP Designer Matchup Presented by Design Milk. Retrieved 2024-06-14 – via YouTube.
  6. ^ K, Capree (2012-08-15). "Cast Your Vote: The HP Designer Matchup Challenge". Curbly. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  7. ^ Constructs, Yale University School of Architecture, Fall 2007. https://d33dlv5jzgs7pp.cloudfront.net/api/file/pyysOFdSMKfXrBEl9WT9?&fit=max
  8. ^ "Goil Amornvivat & Tom Morbitzer Join Cindy Allen for a Chat via Instagram Live". Interior Design. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  9. ^ Roca Tile USA (2021-09-21). Zoom Interview - Thomas Morbitzer & Goil Amornvivat - AMMOR Architecture NY. Retrieved 2024-06-14 – via YouTube.
  10. ^ Conrad, Tracy. "History: Exquisite Abernathy House was center of music, art and culture in Palm Springs". The Desert Sun. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  11. ^ "Abernathy House was designed for poolside parties in Palm Springs". Dezeen. 2018-02-25. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  12. ^ Goodman, Wendy. "The Palm Springs Idyll," New York Magazine (April 14, 2014). https://nymag.com/homedesign/spring2014/michael-haverland-palm-springs/index.html
  13. ^ Clarke, Katherine. "An Ex-Marvel CEO Made Architectural Restorations His 'Bad Habit.' He's Listing His Latest for $12.9." The Wall Street Journal (May 3, 2024). https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/luxury-homes/eric-ellenbogen-marvel-palm-springs-home-71da6f0a
  14. ^ Reynolds, Emma (2024-05-13). "This $13 Million Palm Springs Estate Is a Midcentury-Modern Masterpiece". Robb Report. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  15. ^ "Abernathy Residence". Palm Springs Preservation Foundation. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  16. ^ "Historic Abernathy Residence". Patrick Stewart Properties. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  17. ^ "Parsons AAS Interior Design 2008". Parsons - Issu. 2010-05-17. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  18. ^ "NYSID View Book 2015/2016". New York School of Interior Design - Issuu. 2014-09-18. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  19. ^ Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center (2022-03-22). Monona Terrace - Wright Design Series - Small Spaces, Big Ideas Presented by Thomas Morbitzer, AIA. Retrieved 2024-06-14 – via YouTube.
  20. ^ "AIANY Interiors Residential Review Returns with 7 Showcases in SoHo Design District". AIA New York. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  21. ^ Whang, Seoung-Wook; Park, Kenneth Sungho; Kwon, Choulwoong (2023-10-30). "Influence of aesthetic design elements on residential satisfaction in apartment based on Seoul apartment complex". Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering. 23 (4): 1381–1392. doi:10.1080/13467581.2023.2270006. ISSN 1346-7581.
  22. ^ "2024 NYCxDESIGN Awards Winners". Interior Design. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  23. ^ "Interior Design's 2022 Best of Year Award Winners". Interior Design. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  24. ^ "2018 NYCxDesign Awards Finalists". Interior Design. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  25. ^ "Historic House Restored Under Timber-Frame Landmarks Law". The East Hampton Press. 2019-10-11. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  26. ^ "Whoopi's Basket - TUG Studio". Pinterest. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  27. ^ Tischler, Linda. "Top Designers Trust Their Flatware at 'Cannes of Tabletop' DIFFA's Dining Extravaganza," Fast Company. (3/19/2010) https://www.fastcompany.com/3010545/top-designers-strut-their-flatware-at-cannes-of-tabletop-diffas-dining-extravaganza
  28. ^ architecturaldigest.com (April 30, 2011). "Delicious Decor: Highlights from DIFFA's Dining by Design". Architectural Digest. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  29. ^ Emergent Memory: The National AIDS Memorial Competition. https://www.filepicker.io/api/file/LR0gZLiXTHmBBZ9ULT9t
  30. ^ "The importance of remembering The National AIDS Memorial Design Competition / co-sponsored by the College of Environmental Design at the University of California, Berkeley and the Arcus Endowment". researchworks.oclc.org. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  31. ^ "The Voting Booth Project". Chee Pearlman. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  32. ^ "Regarding the Mirhab: Project Overview," Year in Review, Americans for the Arts (2004). https://www.americansforthearts.org/by-program/networks-and-councils/public-art-network/public-art-year-in-review-database/regarding-the-mihrab
  33. ^ "JAN KEN PON: 2nd Gifu World Design Competition". www.jungle.co.kr (in Korean). Retrieved 2024-06-14.
  34. ^ Kurt Shaw. "Heinz Architectural Center Shows Off Projects," Trim Live (June 27, 2003) https://archive.triblive.com/news/heinz-architectural-center-shows-off-projects/
  35. ^ Menking, William. "Spiritual Storefront," The Architect's Newspaper. November 10. 2001. https://usmodernist.org/AN/AN-2003-11-10.pdf
  36. ^ Stewardson Keefe LeBrun Travel Grant Recipients. American Institute of Architects, New York Chapter. (no date; accessed June 15, 2024) https://www.aiany.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/LeBrun_-_Grant_Recipients_updated.pdf
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