COOKFOX Reviews

3.5

53% would recommend to a friend

(26 total reviews)
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Richard Cook

64% approve of CEO

47% positive business outlook

COOKFOX has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 26 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The COOKFOX employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, repair and maintenance industry (3.7 stars).

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26 reviews
1.0
25 Feb 2026
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Pros

Pretty Office Hybrid Work Recognition of Larger Firm

Cons

-Management frequently commits to aggressive timelines, resulting in consistent overtime expectations for junior staff with limited consideration for work-life balance (without regard for pay) -Disorganized project management structure (no dedicated PMs), resulting in frequent deadline scrambles and unrealistic timelines -Favoritism leading to inconsistent treatment and limited merit-based recognition -Lack of transparency around major decisions and unclear communication on key organizational matters -Unexpected layoffs created instability and lowered morale -A culture that can feel blame-oriented, which impacts team morale and mental well-being -Stated commitment to diversity does not always reflect employees’ lived experiences -HR structure is VERY limited, with minimal support for junior employees

5.0
7 Nov 2025

Good Experience

Recommend
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Pros

Inspiring office about biophilic design and sustainability.

Cons

No cons for cookfox architects

2.0
31 July 2025

Great Work, but High Anxiety

Anonymous employee
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Pros

- Projects are consistently high quality, often published that are great for portfolio development. - High level of design rigor and attention to detail on every project. - Diverse and talented team at the staff level. - Beautiful office environment with multiple terraces, close to Central Park. - The firm has a strong reputation amongst developers, contractors, and architects in NYC. - Solid healthcare benefits and accreditation fees are covered.

Cons

- High anxiety culture trickles down from the partnership, creating a very stressful studio environment. - A corporate-level of oversight stifles creativity and collaboration. - Extremely high turnover rate, with many employees leaving after a short time. - No year-end bonuses, no 401k matching, and below-average salary growth. - New staff are often not trusted and must "earn" respect, which can take years, resulting in slow career growth. - The most interesting projects are managed by demanding partners who maintain very, very strict control over the design process.

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