by Jorge Fontan | Aug 12, 2023 | Renovations, Restoration, Townhouses / Brownstones
Brownstones in New York can need a lot of work to renovate them. There are many things to consider and countless options on what you can do when remodeling your Brownstone. I am Jorge Fontan, an architect in New York and owner of Fontan Architecture, a Manhattan-based... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 23, 2023 | Landmarks / Preservation, Restoration, Townhouses / Brownstones
New York City Townhouses and Brownstones were mostly built in the mid to late 19th century. Many of these homes, although not all, are Landmarks or in a Landmark District. These homes are well over a hundred years old and often need repairs. One common area of concern... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jul 24, 2023 | Landmarks / Preservation, New York City, Townhouses / Brownstones
People often use Townhouse and Brownstone interchangeably, but this is only sometimes correct. There is a distinction between the two. What is the Difference Between a Brownstone and a Townhouse? A Townhouse is an attached home within a city. These are built in a... 
by Jorge Fontan | Jul 15, 2023 | Home Design, Interior Design, Townhouses / Brownstones
What is a Dog Shower? A dog shower is a built-in shower for bathing dogs or other pets. These dog showers are built the same as a normal shower but often smaller and can be located in a laundry room or other space within the home besides the bathroom. Dog showers are... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 26, 2023 | New York City, Residential, Townhouses / Brownstones
In NYC there are different housing types. One unique example is the SRO. What is an SRO in New York? The term SRO stands for Single Room Occupancy. In New York City it is usually used to describe a Rooming House which falls under Section 248 of the Multiple... 
by Jorge Fontan | Last updated May 15, 2023 | Building Systems, Renovations, Townhouses / Brownstones
New York City Townhouses and Brownstones usually have radiators and a boiler for heat and through the window AC units for cooling, unless they have been upgraded to a modern system. Mini Splits are a popular heating and cooling system for townhouses in NYC. Mini Split... 
