by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 10, 2024 | Home Design
Concrete as a home design material has had a resurgence in the past 20 years. We are starting to see more concrete homes with concrete as an exterior material, and for interior finishes. I want to put concrete into a few categories. First is structural concrete. you...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Feb 18, 2026 | Interior Design, Apartment Renovations, Home Design
Grey bathrooms have been trending for quite some time. They are modern and elegant. There are many different options and details to take into consideration when designing a grey bathroom. I am Jorge Fontan an architect in New York and owner of Fontan Architecture. In...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 9, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Home Design, Interior Design
Apartment renovations in New York City present an opportunity to fundamentally rethink how a home is organized and experienced. A well-designed renovation establishes a new framework for living that reflects contemporary expectations and the specific goals of the...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Sep 22, 2024 | Home Design
What is a Concrete House? A concrete house is a home with concrete as its primary structural element, including concrete bearing walls. The concrete walls can be exposed or faced with other materials. The foundation and floors would be made of concrete, and even the...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 16, 2026 | Sustainable Design, Construction Practices, Home Design
A sustainable house is a residence designed to minimize environmental impact while enhancing the quality of life for its occupants. It integrates energy efficiency, responsible material selection, and careful resource management into a cohesive architectural approach....