by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 4, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Lofts
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...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 30, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design
Artwork One of the best ways to transform a space is to add artwork. Hanging art on your living room walls will add beauty, color, character, and can help showcase individuality. Not all people are big on artwork for the home, but this is a really great...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Dec 31, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Materials & Finishes
As an architect in New York, people often ask me about exposed brick in their homes and apartments. They want to know why exposed brick might be a good option and why there is such a cachet around exposing bricks in New York City. Brick has texture and color, which...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Oct 23, 2025 | Apartment Renovations, Architects, Residential
I am Jorge Fontan, owner of Fontan Architecture, a New York City based architecture and design firm working on residential design projects throughout NYC. Below are a few of the residential renovations we have completed over the past recent years. Modern Loft...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 17, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Renovations, Residential
Starting an apartment renovation in New York City can be a complicated process. However, if you take it one step at a time, put together a good team, and have a solid game plan, you will be just fine. Renovating your apartment means you need to hire an architect and...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Sep 21, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Lofts
In New York City, the term Loft means an apartment in former manufacturing and commercial buildings that have been converted into residential use. These buildings are found all over New York City, mostly in neighborhoods such as SoHo, Tribeca, Chelsea, NoMad, and the...