by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 29, 2026 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses, Restoration
Many historic buildings were painted over time, often to address maintenance concerns or to create a uniform appearance. As these coatings age, they begin to deteriorate—peeling, trapping moisture, and obscuring the material quality and architectural detail of the...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 30, 2026 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses, Restoration
Window replacement in a landmark townhouse in New York City requires careful coordination between historic preservation requirements, architectural detailing, and modern performance standards. The façade composition of these buildings defines their architectural...
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Apr 6, 2026 | Landmarks, Brownstones & Townhouses, Restoration
Removing a fire escape from the front of a New York City landmark townhouse is a common consideration in high-end residential renovations. While fire escapes were often added for life-safety requirements when townhouses were converted to multifamily use, they can...