About

Architectural Innovation and Excellence

At Rise, we believe in beauty that doesn’t compromise on comfort or function, creating spaces that inspire success, enhance lives, and, ultimately, endure.

Award-winning firm

Designed

9M+

square feet

Employing

40+

professionals

Currently Serving

18

States & Canada

Servicing national and international projects

Accomplished

Since 2010, we have been the creative force behind countless projects, designing, building, and transforming millions of square feet of America’s real estate.

Clients First

We always put the property user’s needs first, consistently delivering ingenious, fit-for-purpose, cost-effective solutions that fit our client’s budget, taste, and allocated space.

Services

Build your dreams with Rise

From the initial pre-acquisition feasibility analysis to performing comprehensive construction documents at every step of the way, advising and demonstrating how to maximize the space, optimize, function, and value.

Full services for ground-ups, additions, and renovations.

Architectural Design

Bringing your vision to life, with beautiful designs that are livable and functional designs.

Feasibility Study

Assessing the viability of your project, converting developer's insights into potential challenges and opportunities.

Master Planning

Crafting a comprehensive roadmap for your site's development, ensuring seamless integration of structures to enhance user experience and functionality.

Project Entitlement

Securing crucial zoning and permits, backed by professional representation and meticulous documentation.

Project Documentation

Documenting every part of your project, ensuring each contractor has all the information needed to deliver a successful, envisioned and delightful project.

Construction Administration

From groundbreaking to completion, we're with you. We stays on-vision, on-budget, and meeting the highest building standards.

Facade Renovation

Transforming the external look of your building with facade renovation services, enhancing both aesthetics and structural integrity.

Rendering

Offering you to experience the full project before it's built with stunning renderings that provide a vivid preview of your architectural vision.

Interior Design

Designing interior spaces that harmonize function and beauty, creating environments that reflect your style and purpose.

Facilities Assessment

Evaluating your building's condition and efficiency, offering building decisions on maintenance, renovation, or upgrades.

Architectural Animation

Bringing designs to life with the details and bigger picture of your project using dynamic walkthroughs, flyovers or flythroughs of a project in animated and engaging.

As-Built Scans and Documentation

Providing accurate as-built scans and documentation to capture your project's current state, aiding in future modifications or renovations.

BOMA Studies

Helping you to calculate precise rentable areas with BOMA standards, assisting in lease negotiations and property management.

3D Modeling

Visualizing your project from every angle for a comprehensive understanding, offering a detailed 3D physical model or building in 3D print for your team.

Augmented Reality Presentation (AR)

Experiencing your project in true-to-scale, three-dimensional augmented reality as one seeing your designs to life utilizing next-level technology.

The Rise Leadership

Overseeing 60+ employees in three offices across the USA

Jeff founded RIZ Designs in 2010, initially operating from his basement in Midwood, Brooklyn. As a strong leader and visionary, he turned the small boutique operation into RiSE, a national firm with a huge range of projects.

Jeff holds a BA from the New York Institute of Technology, has decades of expertise in NYC building and zoning code, and has an impeccable eye for design, all of which have propelled RiSE’s growth in NYC to serve clients nationwide.

Beyond architecture, Jeff’s ventures include partnerships with permit services and special inspection agencies. He also founded various development companies and provides tax and consultation to real estate and development firms, demonstrating his commitment to comprehensive client solutions.

Jeff’s is a legendary trailblazer in architectural innovation and excellence.

Jeff Akerman, RA, NCARB AIA

CEO, Master Visionary

Recognizing a common architectural philosophy, Shimon Greenebaum joined forces with Jeff to co-found RiSE Architecture NJ in 2020. Complementing Jeff’s strengths with his own, Shimon helped formed a powerhouse team that spurred RiSE’s exponential growth and nationwide reach.

Shimon holds a Master of Architecture from the Academy of Art University and is a licensed Architect across various states. With many years of diverse architectural experience, including specialized projects for the Orthodox Jewish Community, Shimon brings invaluable expertise to the firm.

As Managing Principal, he fosters a culture of communication, knowledge, capability, and precision.

With Shimon’s leadership, RiSE Architecture has seen exponential growth and has a nationwide presence with a diverse portfolio of projects.

Shimon Greenebaum, RA, NCARB AIA

COO, Managing Principal NJ office

Dubi is driven by a deep passion for making meaningful contributions to the built-up world of Florida.

He contributes a unique blend of architectural and business expertise, orchestrating project management, design direction, and client relationships. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Touro University, which culminated in a Master of Architecture from the Spitzer School of Architecture.

Dubi Blasberg

Managing Director Florida

Florida

Dubi is driven by a deep passion for making meaningful contributions to the built-up world of Florida.

He contributes a unique blend of architectural and business expertise, orchestrating project management, design direction, and client relationships. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Touro University, which culminated in a Master of Architecture from the Spitzer School of Architecture.

Dubi Blasberg

Managing Director Florida

Florida

Dubi is driven by a deep passion for making meaningful contributions to the built-up world of Florida.

He contributes a unique blend of architectural and business expertise, orchestrating project management, design direction, and client relationships. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Touro University, which culminated in a Master of Architecture from the Spitzer School of Architecture.

Dubi Blasberg

Managing Director Florida

Florida

Dubi is driven by a deep passion for making meaningful contributions to the built-up world of Florida.

He contributes a unique blend of architectural and business expertise, orchestrating project management, design direction, and client relationships. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Touro University, which culminated in a Master of Architecture from the Spitzer School of Architecture.

Dubi Blasberg

Managing Director Florida

Florida

Dubi is driven by a deep passion for making meaningful contributions to the built-up world of Florida.

He contributes a unique blend of architectural and business expertise, orchestrating project management, design direction, and client relationships. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Touro University, which culminated in a Master of Architecture from the Spitzer School of Architecture.

Dubi Blasberg

Managing Director Florida

Florida


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