by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 26, 2021 | Landmarks, Renovations, Townhouses
You just bought a beautiful New York townhouse or one that needs work but has lots of potential. The only problem is there’s an ugly fire escape on the front of it. You then ask, is it possible to have a fire escape removed from the front of a Landmark Townhouse... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 3, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Building Systems, Renovations
Toilets can be put into two categories: floor mounted and wall-mounted (also referred to as wall-hung). Like any other fixture or finish that you choose for new home renovations, toilets have implications related to aesthetics, ergonomics, cost, installation, and... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Nov 19, 2021 | NYC DOB, Renovations, Townhouses
SRO stands for Single Room Occupancy. These are typically Class B rental units where individuals rent a single room and have shared bathroom facilities. In New York, many small buildings, townhouses, and brownstones were converted to SROs. Today there is a trend for... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 14, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Renovations
Starting an apartment renovation in New York City can be a complicated process. However, if you take it one step at a time, put together a good team, and have a solid game plan, you will be just fine. Renovating your apartment means you need to hire an architect and... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 10, 2021 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC, Renovations
In New York City the term Loft means an apartment in former manufacturing and commercial buildings that have been converted into residential use. These buildings are found all over New York City, but mostly in neighborhoods such as SoHo, Tribeca, Chelsea, NoMad, and... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Sep 15, 2020 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Loft Design in NYC, Renovations
Lofts are truly New York residential spaces filled with history that have become an icon of NYC living. These apartments are very unique in their architectural characteristics and in the manner they are occupied. Loft design requires an understanding and respect to... 
