Freecell is a design and fabrication practice specializing in small-scale comissions in NYC and in select locations nationwide. Founded in 1999, we have realized over 30 projects including private residences, office spaces, and retail stores. Our capabilities include schematic design, construction drawings, project administration, and in-house fabrication. We are committed to providing innovative design on time and on budget.
Manifesto We define Freecell as an open organism, one in which different influences, specialties, and disciplines can inform our practice. Our work and research is guided by the following priciples:  To physically engage with the work, maintaining control from idea to final product.  To focus on quality, design, and fabrication.  To know architecture and its related nuances.  To experiment with materials and processes that expand our capabilities.  To understand that each decision has a direct relationship to the project outcome.  To assert a simple, straightforward, and utilitarian aesthetic.  To propagate community awareness and outreach.  To use the skills and abilities of designers to benefit non-profits. Partners Lauren Crahan received her bachelor of architecture and bachelor of fine art degrees from the Rhode Island School of Design. She has taught Architecture Design Studios at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, RISD, and Cornell University. She is currently teaching Options Studio at the University of Pennsylvania. John Hartmann received his bachelor of architecture degree from The Cooper Union. He has taught Architecture Design Studios at the New Jersey Institute of Technology and the Rhode Island School of Design. He was the recipient of the American Academy's Rome Prize in Architecture 2004-05. Awards Emerging Voices, The Architectural League of New York, 2005 New York Foundation for the Arts Fellow, 2002 Annual Design Review, Design Distinction for Furniture, ID Magazine, 2001 Future Furniture, Interior Design Magazine, 2001 Annual Design Review, Design Distinction for Furniture, ID Magazine, 2000 Future Furniture, Interior Design Magazine, 2000 Facilities Our studio is located in Dumbo Brooklyn. We have the capabilities to work in wood, plastic, concrete and metals. The workshop is equipped with a table and radial arm saws, drill presses, sanders and grinders, metal and wood band saws, air compressor and tools, MIG welder, HVLP paint sprayer, as well as many hand and power tools.	About Projects Press Home 20 Jay St Unit 213 Brooklyn NY 11201 718 643-4180 tel 718 643-4115 fax studio@frcll.com ©2007