Versai Is NYC’s Fastest-Rising Construction Powerhouse — And It’s Albanian-Owned

June 8, 2025

When Klodian Pepaj stepped off the plane from Albania in 2000 and landed in New York as a wide-eyed 11-year-old, he didn’t speak a word of English. Today, he’s the mastermind behind VERSAI, the fastest-rising full-service architecture, engineering, construction, and real estate firm in New York City — and if you haven’t heard the name yet, you will.

Because Versai isn’t just another company. It’s an entire ecosystem of licensed professionals — architects, engineers, general contractors, and now real estate agents — working together under one mission: to save you money, time, and endless headaches.

And YES, the rumors are true: Versai recently completed an entire structural repair job in Staten Island for 75% less than what other contractors had quoted. “We had an elderly couple come to us after a car literally crashed into their building” says Klodian. “They were overwhelmed, insurance was slow, and no one was giving them honest numbers. We took over everything: design, permits, engineering, construction—and gave them a brand new, safer structure for just 25% of what they were being asked for elsewhere.”

👷‍♂️ Precision from Day One. No more napkin sketches or guessing games. Versai delivers exact specs—materials, finishes, measurements—before a single nail is hammered. This eliminates last-minute change orders and budget nightmares.

🧾 One contract. One team. One guarantee. Clients work with a single in-house team of licensed professionals—architects, engineers, and contractors—under one clear contract. No third parties. No delays. No finger-pointing.

🏛️ Architectural Plans & Permits? Already Included. Unlike most firms, Versai doesn’t charge extra for architectural drawings. It’s part of the deal. Every quote includes all required plans and permits—yes, even for those tricky NYC codes.

🔨 Design + Build + Real Estate. Need to renovate and sell? Or buy a fixer-upper and flip it? Versai does it all. Through their exclusive collaboration with eXp Realty, clients get access to licensed real estate agents who also understand construction.

📉 Clients Save 10–15% Instantly. By combining construction, architecture, and real estate under one roof, Versai eliminates middlemen and passes the savings directly to clients.

🌱 Modern, Digital, and Green. Versai runs a fully digital workflow—no piles of paperwork, no fax machines. And they prioritize energy-efficient materials, eco-friendly systems, and low-emission construction methods that meet LEED standards.

🧠 Deep Industry Expertise. Versai is backed by 15+ years of experience in NYC construction. Founder Klodian Pepaj holds a Master’s in Civil Engineering, is a licensed Professional Engineer, trained architect, and licensed real estate agent. He’s led projects from small apartment renovations to full brownstone remodels in all five boroughs.

📈 Top 25 Fastest-Growing in the Northeast. Versai recently ranked #25 on Inc. Magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies in the Northeast—right beside multi-million dollar giants.