ABOUT APOGEE
Apogee Design & Construction is a cutting edge construction firm that is seasoned in exceeding expectations. With a vast knowledge in commercial, retail, hospitality, and institutional construction, Apogee provides superior quality to a multitude of loyal clientele.
Founded in 1994 and based in New York City, Apogee Design & Construction has built an excellent reputation in servicing the needs of industry-leading companies, welcoming each challenging project with the same determined attitude, and always producing a spectacular finish. A wide array of project management, construction, and consulting services are offered in order to establish, maintain and nurture lasting relationships with clients from Day One.
OUR TEAM
Since the beginning we have seen tremendous year to year growth, quadrupling in size the last couple of years. We attribute this not just to the high quality of work that we produce, but also to the solid relationships that we have built with our clients and architects. Our success and partnerships have earned us repeat business and numerous referrals.
Our philosophy is simple: Our most important asset is the client. Their goal becomes our goal and we provide quality service while bringing this goal to fruition.
We have a dedicated staff that enjoys what they do and pledges to provide on-time performance, budget control, impeccable quality and outstanding service from the pre-design phase all the way through to the project’s completion. A high-energy, high-caliber experience allows Apogee’s staff to seamlessly integrate all trades with project team members, to monitor schedules and to maintain quality control.
Everyone benefits from our dedication to detail.
BIOGRAPHY
THOMAS A. CALAMARI
CEO & Founder
Mr. Calamari has built an extensive portfolio and has worked with a number of top rated architects and construction firms throughout his twenty-six year career. His experience has taken him through a vast array of projects ranging from residential homes, medical facilities, corporate offices, and high-end luxury retailers. Prior to establishing Apogee Design & Construction in 2000. Tom started as a field super at a large NYC based General Contractor and worked himself up to Senior Project Manager where he specialized in medical facilities and office fit outs. He has handled very complicated and specialized including high-end commercial fit-outs and one of a kind custom retail projects as well as large urban scale projects such as the Flushing Bay Promenade and Shelter Rock Road residential home projects. Recently, he has migrated towards luxury retail, gaining loyal clients in Marc Jacobs,Proenza Schouler and Benefit Cosmetics.
Mr. Calamari holds a Bachelors Degree in Architecture from Pratt Institute and a Master of Science in Urban Design and Architecture from Columbia University.
His key to success: “You need to love what you do. Be honest. Be competent. Be passionate and you'll never work a day in your life"