by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 5, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, New York City, Renovations
In New York City a high end apartment gut renovation can cost $500 to $600 per square foot (or more) with a high quality contractor and good quality designer products. Highly custom luxury gut renovations will be in the range of $700 to $800 per square foot. I... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 22, 2022 | Apartment Renovations, NYC DOB
Can you turn a studio into a one bedroom apartment? It is possible to legally turn a studio apartment into a one bedroom apartment in NYC provided the studio has sufficient floor area and windows. An architect can obtain approval from the NYC Department of Buildings... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 8, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, General Architecture, New York City
A “Classic Six Apartment” is a term commonly used in New York City real estate parlance to describe an apartment in a prewar building that has six rooms consisting of a kitchen, living room, dining room, two bedrooms and a maid’s room. Classic... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 3, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Building Systems, Renovations
Toilets can be put into two categories: floor mounted and wall-mounted (also referred to as wall-hung). Like any other fixture or finish that you choose for new home renovations, toilets have implications related to aesthetics, ergonomics, cost, installation, and... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 7, 2022 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design
Perhaps you’ve decided to renovate your kitchen or you are building a new home. Somewhere along the way, you’ll need to determine what you’re willing to spend on your kitchen. If your budget is on the lower end of the spectrum, then you will probably... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 4, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC
Add Texture One of the most straightforward ways to add a sense of Masculinity to home is with raw textures. By avoiding polished materials, you achieve a more rugged and imperfect look. A space that appears almost unfinished can really emphasize its... 
