by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Sep 13, 2024 | Apartment Renovations
Creating a luxury apartment renovation requires planning, attention to detail, and a team that understands high-quality design and construction. Bespoke design and elevated quality are the essence of what distinguishes a luxury home as an exceptional residence. Custom...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 7, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating
Renovating a condo in New York City is a structured and highly regulated process. Beyond design decisions and material selections, each project must move through a defined sequence of reviews, approvals and documentation. Understanding this framework at the outset...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Feb 20, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Kitchen Design
The kitchen is such a crucial space within a home that its design must be held to a high standard. There are endless options when designing a kitchen, but making a space that works for you and exhibits your character is a great starting point. I am Jorge Fontan, an...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 24, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Kitchen Design, Renovating
Opening a kitchen in a New York City apartment is a strategic design move that can significantly improve spatial continuity, light, and overall livability. By integrating the kitchen with adjacent living areas, the layout becomes more cohesive and better aligned with...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 2, 2026 | Renovating, Apartment Renovations, Construction Practices
Renovation budgets involve many variables that shape a project’s overall cost. One effective way to understand this complexity is to organize the budget into three core categories. The three primary drivers of a renovation budget are the scope of work, the team you...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 7, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating
Renovating a cooperative apartment in New York City requires more than design decisions. These projects are governed by alteration agreements, board approvals, building-specific restrictions, and Department of Buildings regulations that directly influence scope,...