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...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 1, 2026 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses
People often use Townhouse and Brownstone interchangeably, but this is only sometimes correct. There is a distinction between the two. What is the Difference Between a Brownstone and a Townhouse? A Townhouse is an attached home within a city. These are built in a...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 7, 2026 | Additions & Enlargements, Brownstones & Townhouses, Renovating
In New York City, where space is limited, rooftop area can be an opportunity for additional outdoor living. While adding a roof deck to a townhouse can significantly enhance usability and value, the feasibility of such a project depends on regulations, structural...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 25, 2026 | Renovating, Brownstones & Townhouses, Landmarks
Renovating a townhouse in New York City is fundamentally different from renovating any other type of home. Between zoning regulations, Department of Buildings approvals, Landmarks Preservation Commission review (where applicable), and the challenge of creating a...