by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 6, 2022 | Loft Design in NYC, NYC DOB, NYC Zoning, Uncategorized
SoHo and NoHo lofts are sometimes designated as Joint Live Work Quarters for Artists (JLWQA). If you are not an artist and would like to own one of these lofts, you can now convert certain JLWQA lofts to an unrestricted residential loft as a result of the SoHo / NoHo... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 1, 2021 | General Architecture, Loft Design in NYC, Multifamily Residential
In New York, the term maisonette apartment is used to refer to any apartment on the ground floor that has an entrance accessible directly from the street. While the apartment may also be accessible from the lobby, if it has a private sidewalk entrance, it is a... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 4, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC
Add Texture One of the most straightforward ways to add a sense of Masculinity to home is with raw textures. By avoiding polished materials, you achieve a more rugged and imperfect look. A space that appears almost unfinished can really emphasize its... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 12, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC, New York City
Loft apartments in New York City are a highly sought after portion of the city’s real estate stock. These unique apartments can be found in areas such as Tribeca, SoHo, Chelsea, and NoMad. They are typically high-end residential units in which the architectural... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 19, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC, Townhouses
As an architect in New York, people often ask me about exposed brick in their homes and apartments. They want to know why exposed brick might be a good option, and why there is such a cachet around exposing bricks in New York City. In the nineteenth and early... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 14, 2021 | Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC
What is a Loft in New York? In New York, a loft is an apartment within a building that was originally built for industrial, warehouse, or commercial use that has since been converted to residential occupancy. NYC Lofts often have distinct architectural features such... 
