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Apartment Renovations in NYC Landmark Buildings: Permits, LPC Approval, and the Process

Apartment Renovations in NYC Landmark Buildings: Permits, LPC Approval, and the Process

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 29, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Landmarks, Restoration

Interior renovations in New York City landmark buildings follow a specific approval process governed by the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) and coordinated with the Department of Buildings (DOB). These projects require a clear understanding of regulatory...
Loft Apartment Design in NYC: Architecture and Bespoke Interiors

Loft Apartment Design in NYC: Architecture and Bespoke Interiors

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 25, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Lofts

Loft apartments occupy a distinct place within New York City’s residential landscape. Originally constructed for manufacturing and commercial use, these buildings feature expansive floor plates, tall ceilings, and oversized industrial windows. Found throughout NYC in...
Combining Loft Apartments in NYC: Design and Regulatory Considerations

Combining Loft Apartments in NYC: Design and Regulatory Considerations

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 10, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Lofts

Loft apartments represent one of the most distinctive residential typologies in New York City. Originally constructed for industrial and commercial use, these buildings are valued for their expansive floor plates, generous ceiling heights, and large perimeter windows....
NYC Condo and Co-Op Renovation Board Approvals and Planning

NYC Condo and Co-Op Renovation Board Approvals and Planning

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 8, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Lofts

In New York City, co-op and condo apartment renovations are subject to building code compliance as well as review and approval by the building’s board and management. In condominium and cooperative buildings, renovation work is governed by formal procedures that...
Can You Combine Apartments in NYC?

Can You Combine Apartments in NYC?

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 6, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating

Many buyers in New York City consider purchasing adjacent apartments with the intention of combining them into a larger residence. Apartment combinations are an effective way to create a more spacious home within a given building. While the concept appears...
Tax Lot Mergers for Condo Apartment Combinations in New York City

Tax Lot Mergers for Condo Apartment Combinations in New York City

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 6, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, NYC DOB

Combining condominium apartments is an effective strategy for creating larger homes within New York City’s dense residential buildings. While the architectural work focuses on integrating two units into a cohesive residence, the process also involves specific...
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