by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 4, 2024 | Landmarks / Preservation, Restoration, Townhouses / Brownstones
Believe it or not, some people have painted over historic masonry facades and other architectural elements of buildings, townhouses, and brownstones in New York City over the years. Over time, this paint can start to peel and look terrible; it also covers the original... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Mar 4, 2024 | Landmarks / Preservation, Restoration, Townhouses / Brownstones
New York City has many beautiful Brownstones, but these can be in disrepair. Considering these homes are well over one hundred years old, they often need restoration. Can You Restore a Brownstone Facade Brownstone is a brownish-colored sandstone that was a popular... by Jorge Fontan | Last updated Jan 4, 2024 | 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...