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NYC Apartment Renovations: An Architect’s Guide

NYC Apartment Renovations: An Architect’s Guide

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 20, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating

Starting an apartment renovation in New York City is a significant undertaking that combines design opportunity with technical and regulatory complexity. From assembling a team to establishing scope and budget, there are many decisions to address long before...
Planning a High-End Apartment Renovation in NYC

Planning a High-End Apartment Renovation in NYC

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Feb 26, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Lofts

New York City contains some of the most valuable and architecturally significant apartments in the world. Renovating these homes requires more than selecting premium finishes — it demands thoughtful planning, technical expertise, and a disciplined approach to...
Architectural Design for Luxury NYC Lofts

Architectural Design for Luxury NYC Lofts

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 12, 2026 | Lofts, Architectural Services, Interior Design

Loft apartments in New York City represent a distinct architectural typology within the residential landscape. Originally constructed for industrial and commercial use, these buildings are defined by expansive floor plates, exposed structural grids, cast iron columns,...

Plan, Section, Elevation Architectural Drawings Explained

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 3, 2023 | General Architecture, Architectural Services

Plan, Section, and Elevation are different types of drawings used by architects to graphically represent a building design and construction. A plan drawing is a drawing on a horizontal plane showing a view from above. An Elevation drawing is drawn on a vertical plane...
NYC Apartment Renovation Process: Step-by-Step Guide from an Architect

NYC Apartment Renovation Process: Step-by-Step Guide from an Architect

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 28, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating

Apartment renovations in New York City involve a highly structured process that extends beyond design alone. Projects must navigate building approvals, regulatory filings, and coordination between multiple parties, including architects, contractors, and building...
NYC Townhouse Architects: Brownstone Renovation & Additions

NYC Townhouse Architects: Brownstone Renovation & Additions

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 5, 2026 | Renovating, Architectural Services, Brownstones & Townhouses

NYC townhouse architects manage complex renovations, brownstone restorations, and additions throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn. Renovating a townhouse in New York City requires careful planning, regulatory coordination, and precise execution. From structural...
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