by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 17, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, Construction Practices, Renovations
New construction and renovation budgets are complicated matters. Many variables will affect the construction cost for a renovation. The easiest way to simplify this complex issue is to break it into three simple categories. The three main factors affecting a... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 1, 2023 | Bathroom Design, Construction Practices, Renovations
Do You Need a GFCI in Your Bathroom? You need to install GFCI / GFI outlets in your bathroom because bathrooms are wet areas, and GFCI outlets will automatically shut off if water comes in contact with the electrical current. Building and Electrical Codes typically... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 25, 2020 | Construction Practices, General Architecture, Property Development
Hard costs are costs directly related to construction including material and labor costs. Soft costs are additional costs not directly related to the construction budget such as architectural fees or permit fees. Hard Cost and Soft Cost are terms used to differentiate... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jun 26, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, Construction Practices, Renovations
When renovating an apartment, there are many rules and regulations to comply with. Everyone knows there are building, plumbing, and electrical codes to follow. There are also rules dictated by individual building management companies, Condos, and Co-Op Boards that... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Sep 22, 2024 | Construction Practices, Sustainable Design
A sustainable house is a home that has the least possible negative impact on our environment. Sustainability means energy efficiency, avoiding environmental toxins, and responsibly using materials and resources while having a positive physical and psychological effect...