by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Feb 21, 2026 | Brownstones & Townhouses, Landmarks, Restoration
New York City is defined in part by its historic townhouses — from the iconic brownstones to distinguished limestone residences of the Upper East Side. While brownstone may be the material most commonly associated with the city’s rowhouses, limestone has long...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 31, 2026 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses, Renovating
Brownstone renovations in Manhattan require a comprehensive architectural approach that integrates historic preservation, structural upgrades, and modern residential design. Many of these townhouses date to the late 19th century and present a combination of aging...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 29, 2026 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses, Restoration
Many historic buildings were painted over time, often to address maintenance concerns or to create a uniform appearance. As these coatings age, they begin to deteriorate—peeling, trapping moisture, and obscuring the material quality and architectural detail of the...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 12, 2025 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses
New York City has many beautiful Brownstones, but these can be in disrepair. Considering these homes are well over one hundred years old, they often need restoration. Can You Restore a Brownstone Facade Brownstone is a brownish-colored sandstone that was a popular...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 25, 2026 | Renovating, Brownstones & Townhouses, Home Design
Renovating a historic brownstone in New York City requires far more than aesthetic updates. Many of these homes are over a century old, with aging structural systems, landmark considerations, and layouts that reflect a different era of living. A successful renovation...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 30, 2026 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses, Restoration
Window replacement in a landmark townhouse in New York City requires careful coordination between historic preservation requirements, architectural detailing, and modern performance standards. The façade composition of these buildings defines their architectural...