by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 26, 2025 | Apartment Renovations, Home Design, Interior Design
A purely traditional design offers warmth, intricate detailing, and a sense of enduring elegance but risks feeling dated, overly formal, or compartmentalized in its layout. Conversely, a strictly contemporary design embraces clean lines, open spaces, and modern... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 6, 2026 | Bathroom Design, Home Design, Interior Design
Designing a luxury bathroom requires a high level of customization and the use of natural materials. Every element is considered as part of a cohesive architectural composition. Custom stone sinks are a defining feature in a luxury bathroom. Materials such as marble,... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 12, 2025 | Bathroom Design, Home Design
There are many material options for bathroom walls and floors. It is very common to use tiles in a bathroom, but you may want to deviate from the norm of tiling your bathroom walls. There are several alternatives to bathroom tiles, including cementitious materials,... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 3, 2024 | Interior Design, Home Design
There are many options for wood flooring, but they are not all equal. You should consider both durability and aesthetics when selecting wood floors. White Oak is consistently a good choice of all the wood floors you can use and is high on my list of options. Is... 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 Feb 18, 2026 | Home Design, Bathroom Design, Interior Design
When renovating a bathroom, material selection is one of the most important decisions affecting durability, maintenance, and overall design quality. Among the many finish options available, porcelain has become one of the most reliable and versatile materials we...