by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 13, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Lofts
This loft in Chelsea, NYC, only had one bathroom. The owner wanted to gut renovate the existing bathroom, add a second bathroom, and add a new laundry closet to the loft. I am Jorge Fontan, an architect in New York and owner of Fontan Architecture, an NYC architecture...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 5, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design
Adding a home office requires planning, design, and potentially permits. If you are building walls, performing electrical work, or changing the layout of your home to accommodate a home office you will have to comply with all local building codes and permitting...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 10, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design
Modern Apartment Design requires thoughtful planning, for a cohesive and unique design. There are many individual options to consider but they should all be considered together. The most important thing about designing your apartment is to remember it’s your...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 21, 2024 | Interior Design, Lofts
Lofts are industrial, commercial, manufacturing, and warehouse buildings that were converted to residential use. With their origins as industrial and commercial buildings, it is fitting to consider some industrial interior design features when renovating your loft...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 17, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Renovations
There are so many options for a kitchen design that you may not know where to start. Whether it’s cabinets, appliances, flooring backsplash or fixtures there are endless possibilities. The key to a successful kitchen design is balancing function with aesthetics...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 29, 2024 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design
Modern apartment designs are all dependent on details. There are many large and small details to consider when planning a modern home renovation. I am an architect and owner of New York City architecture firm Fontan Architecture, working on a variety of projects...