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| 4 Apr 2025 | |
| Written by Debbie Koehler | |
| Member News |
Jamaica, N.Y. [April 3, 2025] – Graf & Lewent Architects, LLP, a Queens-based New York City firm specializing in the planning and design of airport and university projects, announced today that it has been acquired by DIGroup Architecture LLC (DIG). An award-winning, certified MBE, DBE and SBE Architecture, Interior and Graphic Design firm, DIG is headquartered in New Jersey with offices in Philadelphia, PA.
This acquisition marks an exciting transition for Graf & Lewent, as its 10-member team becomes part of a larger multidisciplinary practice whose expanded portfolio and resources span the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states.
“This acquisition marks a new and exciting chapter in Graf & Lewent's 35-year history,” said Principal Steve Lewent. “We are thrilled to align with a firm whose values and design philosophy mirror our own. Together, we are better positioned to take on larger and more complex projects while continuing to deliver the personal attention and high design quality our clients expect.”
The acquisition strengthens Graf & Lewent's ability to serve clients while also expanding with DIG into new markets such as healthcare, senior living, civic and K-12 education design. The combined team now comprises over 50 professionals across three regional offices in New Jersey, Philadelphia and New York City, offering clients a full suite of architecture, interior design and graphics, signage and wayfinding design services.
“Joining DIGroup Architecture through this acquisition is a natural next step in our evolution,” said Principal Howard Graf. “We are excited to now offer our clients access to an even broader range of services, sectors and geographic reach under the DIG banner.”
DIG's CEO Jeff Venezia reiterated the importance of this strategic synergy. “Having Howard and Steve's team join the DIG family aligns perfectly with our strategic vision for growth and the development of the next generation of leaders in creating a legacy firm,” he said. “Expanding our presence in New York and combining our collective resources makes this a win-win for both teams. Our shared commitment to employee development, strong project delivery, thoughtful design and a collaborative spirit is the foundation of why we are so excited about this monumental milestone.”
Vince Myers, DIG President, added, “Our shared values of fostering employee growth, maintaining unwavering commitment to project delivery, prioritizing thoughtful design and adopting a client-centric approach are the cornerstones of this partnership. We are confident that this integration will be a resounding success for both firms, our employees and the clients we serve.”
DIG is a 42-person multidisciplinary firm with a focus on the education, healthcare, senior living and civic sectors. The addition of Graf & Lewent strengthens the firm's aviation and higher education design portfolio while expanding its presence in the New York metropolitan area.
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About Graf & Lewent Architects
Graf & Lewent Architects is a Queens-based architectural firm with a 35-year history of delivering high-quality design for aviation and higher education clients. Known for its client-first approach and technical acumen, the firm has shaped complex public infrastructure and campus projects throughout the region.
About DIGroup Architecture LLC
DIGroup Architecture LLC is an award-winning MBE, DBE and SBE architecture, interior design, graphics, signage and wayfinding design firm headquartered in New Brunswick, NJ, with offices in Philadelphia, PA, and Queens, NY. Formed in 2006, DIG specializes in the Education, Healthcare, Senior Living, Civic, Higher Education and Transportation sectors.
