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NYC Apartment Renovations: An Architect’s Guide

NYC Apartment Renovations: An Architect’s Guide

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 20, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating

Starting an apartment renovation in New York City is a significant undertaking that combines design opportunity with technical and regulatory complexity. From assembling a team to establishing scope and budget, there are many decisions to address long before...
Tribeca Loft Renovation, North Moore St

Tribeca Loft Renovation, North Moore St

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 9, 2023 | Apartment Renovations, Lofts, Renovating

This project is a Tribeca Loft Renovation we worked on in NYC. It is a 4,000-square-foot loft apartment with a mezzanine level. The loft is on North Moore Street in Tribeca. As an architect in New York, I love working on loft renovations. I was very excited when the...
Designing a Private Office in a NYC Apartment Renovation

Designing a Private Office in a NYC Apartment Renovation

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 25, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Interior Design, Renovating

Designing a home office as part of a New York City apartment renovation requires careful integration into the layout and aesthetics to maintain a cohesive design. Adding a home office in NYC involves design, planning, regulatory approval, and construction. Work such...
Modern Kitchen Design Ideas for High-End Homes

Modern Kitchen Design Ideas for High-End Homes

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Feb 17, 2026 | Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Renovating

Designing a kitchen is about more than selecting cabinets and appliances. It is about composing a space that balances performance, proportion, and material expression. Every decision — from millwork detailing to appliance integration — contributes to how the kitchen...
NYC Apartment Renovation Process: Step-by-Step Guide from an Architect

NYC Apartment Renovation Process: Step-by-Step Guide from an Architect

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 28, 2026 | Apartment Renovations, Architectural Services, Renovating

Apartment renovations in New York City involve a highly structured process that extends beyond design alone. Projects must navigate building approvals, regulatory filings, and coordination between multiple parties, including architects, contractors, and building...
Removing Walls in NYC Townhouses: Structural Design and Open Plan Renovations

Removing Walls in NYC Townhouses: Structural Design and Open Plan Renovations

by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 22, 2026 | Renovating, Brownstones & Townhouses, Construction Practices

Many New York City townhouse renovations involve reconfiguring compartmentalized layouts to create larger, more connected living spaces. Homeowners frequently seek open kitchens, larger entertaining areas, improved circulation, and stronger connectivity between...
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