by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 9, 2026 | Architectural Services, Brownstones & Townhouses, Building Conversions
New York City townhouses were originally built as single-family homes, with layouts organized around vertical living, formal room sequences, and a clear hierarchy of public and private spaces. Following the economic pressures of the early 20th century, particularly...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 23, 2026 | Architectural Services, Building a New Home, General Architecture
New York City zoning regulations can be complex and convoluted even for a project as seemingly straight forward as building a single family home. Each property is governed by specific constraints tied to zoning district, lot dimensions, and site conditions, all of...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 1, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating
Brooklyn apartment combinations and gut renovations offer the opportunity to transform adjacent units into larger, more functional residences tailored to contemporary living. These projects involve merging separate apartments and fully reworking the interior to...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 9, 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....
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 9, 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...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 9, 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...