John Patrick Winberry

Architect and Founding Partner at THE UP STUDIO

John Patrick Winberry, AIA is the founding partner and architect at The Up Studio, an architecture, interior, and brand design studio in New York City, specializing in contemporary design.

John’s approach to architecture balances theory and approachability, comfortably guiding the client to an understanding of complex design theories. He is particularly drawn to simplicity and duality in design, using minimalist designs to maximize solutions across projects all while trying to bring joy and fun to the process.

Contact John for speaking engagements, potential projects, or to learn more about the modern home design process.

John's Selected Press & Interviews

America ByDesign on CBS
America ByDesign: Architecture on the CBS News Network features incredible projects from around the country, including a walkthrough of very our Harbor Hideaway project!

Dwell Magazine Interview
Dwell Magazine stopped by our Long Island modern farmhouse that we call Open Corner House for an exclusive house tour and sat down with John Patrick Winberry to discuss the architecture design decisions.

Graphisoft Interview
The team at Graphisoft stopped by to interview our team about our studio's transition to the 3D design software ArchiCAD which was then cut into several episodes of their series "By Design" and this video that highlights our team and technology.

Architect as Developer
An extensive interview with John, Adam and Jeff about how acting as our own developers allows us to create concept-driven residences, experiment with new typologies, and create our ideal business opportunities.

Continuing Education Center
John sat down with Architectural Record and Marvin to discuss the topic of "Design Trends for Custom Homes: Form, Function and Flexibility." This webinar can be viewed by industry professionals as a course for continuing education credits.

Design Observer
Design Observer sits down with local professionals, including John Patrick Winberry, about our rapidly evolving neighborhood, Long Island City.

Brick & Wonder Stories
A proud member of the design community Brick and Wonder, John is often invited to share his thoughts with other NYC-based professionals.

Designing for Happier, Healthier Living
A thought-provoking discussions surrounding designing for well-being and impacts the pandemic has had on home design in a chat led by The Marvin Brand.

Designing Tomorrow Podcast
In a long-form interview, John chats with Matt Nicosia about our design process, collaboration with contractor, and transitioning to 3D design software.

Revived Podcast
What do design, branding, good bourbon, and a Norwegian architect firm have in common? It’s the thread to this episode’s interview with John Patrick Winberry on the Revived Podcast via Radio Public.

Getting Personal with Designers
Founding Partners Jeffrey Ramirez, John Patrick Winberry, and Adam Wanaselja sat down with the podcast to share a little about how (and why) the firm was stared and the fun (and challenges) faced along the way.

Dr. Mudgil Podcast
Our previous client and owner or Mudgil Practices, sits with John to discuss our Architecture, Interior, and Brand Design services for his modern medical office.

John's Selected Works

Concealed Cottage
Situated in East Hampton NY, this woodland guest house was designed to reveal the tree and water views from the rear of the structure yet completely conceal itself from the street and neighboring properties. The client's background in the NYC art world allowed our team to push the limits on this really exciting project for our team.

Harbor Hideaway
Harbor Hideaway is a single-family residence in the centuries-old whaling village of Sag Harbor, NY. The property is situated in center of a small peninsula and seemingly one of the only lots in the quaint neighborhood without direct water views. However, by flipping the traditional orientation of the home and providing ample roof access, the two-story home becomes a stunning lookout.

Free Float
Free Float is a pool house that continues THE UP STUDIO's obsession with contextual contradiction. Located on a three acre estate in Sands Point NY, the modern pool house is juxtaposed against the existing traditional home. Using structural gymnastics, a column-free, simple shading area was created to protect occupants from the summer sun while still allowing the structure to feel light and open, maintaining views of the Long Island Sound and surrounding beaches.