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The Smallest Kitchen in NYC

April 26, 2013 at 6:59 pm Architecture

Got a tiny, cramped NYC kitchen? Check out this article for a study of how a local architect made the most of a 39 square foot kitchen.

Demo to Decor: The Renovation of a NYC Brownstone: Redesigning the Garden Extension

April 12, 2013 at 3:59 pm Architecture

Brendan Coburn shows us around the construction site of a Park Slope brownstone undergoing a complete gut renovation. In this episode, he focuses on the redesign of the rear wall and the construction of a glass extension into the brownstone’s garden.

The Ins and Outs of Combining Units

April 3, 2013 at 7:13 pm Architecture

Combining units is a great way to increase your living space in NYC especially if you have a growing a family or simply would like to make a smart investment for the future and still enjoy the perks of a larger property. Read this article for a practical guide to how the process works.

How to Expose Wooden Beams in NYC Apartments

March 15, 2013 at 4:01 pm Architecture

Often when New Yorkers buy lofts they immediately want to know if they can expose the wood beams. Here is a guide to what you need to know when expose the wood beams in your NYC apartment’s ceiling.

Demo to Decor: The Renovation of NYC Townhouse: Episode 2: Fixing Up the Facade

February 21, 2013 at 4:07 pm Architecture

Watch this video in which an architect and historic NYC townhouse expert walks you through the renovation of Park Slope brownstone and discusses the facade’s structure and design.

Five Tips to Know Before You Hire a Mover in NYC

February 13, 2013 at 4:51 pm Architecture

Moving in NYC soon? If you are, you most likely will be hiring a mover. Here are five tips to remember when you interview and before you hire a moving company. Be sure to have all these boxes checked signing before signing on the dotted line.

Custom Vanity Options in Your NYC Bathroom

February 4, 2013 at 6:09 pm Architecture

Once you make the decision to go with a custom vanity for your NYC bathroom, your options are wide open. You can make very specific decisions based on size, material, finish, and function.

Demo to Decor: The Renovation of New York City Brownstone, Episode 1

January 8, 2013 at 3:26 pm Architecture

StreetEasy presents the first episode of Demo to Decor: The Renovation of a New York City Brownstone, a series that shadows the gut renovation of a Park Slope brownstone.

Making the Most of Your Space: Staircase Storage Inspiration

December 27, 2012 at 8:09 pm Architecture

One of the harder, more awkward spaces to design and use is the area under a staircase. Whether you live in a traditional house or a modern duplex apartment, there are plenty of innovative ways that you can utilize the leftover space underneath a staircase for storage. Consider some of these tips for inspiration on how to make the most of your space with under the stairs storage options.

The Pros and Cons of Heated Floors

November 9, 2012 at 8:22 pm Architecture

Radiant floor heating is nothing new, it has actually been around for centuries. The principle is simple: the floor radiates heat to your feet, warming you all over. The most common system for a single room such as a bathroom or kitchen in New York City is an electric one.