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 Apr 12, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC
Add Texture One of the most clear ways to add a sense of Masculinity to home is with raw textures. Avoid polished materials and go for more of an unfinished imperfect look. This can really shout masculinity. A lack of refinement can be a good thing in some... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Sep 24, 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 certain areas such as Tribeca, SoHo, Chelsea, and NoMad. They are typically high end residential units whose architectural... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 14, 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... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 14, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Architects, Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC, Residential, Townhouses
I am Jorge Fontan, owner of Fontan Architecture, a New York City based architecture and design firm working on residential design projects throughout NYC. Below is a brief overview of some of the residential renovations we have completed over the last few years.... 
