Category: Blog
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A DUMBO Renovation Goes Chic-Casual
In the heart of Brooklyn’s historic DUMBO, a 1,050-square-foot condo has undergone a stunning transformation, a testament to the power of vision and meticulous design. Co-founder of Roar + Rabbit, Mitzie Wong, and media executive Jenifer Herrmann, began a journey to infuse their two-bedroom space with “casual luxury,” blending wall paneling, hidden appliances, and striking…
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Unearthing the Beauty of a Prewar Bathroom in NYC
In the heart of Manhattan’s Upper West Side, one homeowner dared to reclaim the elegance of her building’s past. Leah’s bathroom, once a beige and cramped afterthought, underwent a stunning transformation, revealing hidden architectural treasures and a touch of golden warmth. We take you inside this meticulous remodel, where subway tile meets custom craftsmanship, and…
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Spring Renovations and the Joy of Revitalized Spaces
Spring’s arrival, that gentle unfurling of new life, always inspires us at Sweeten. It’s a season of renewal, a time when the desire for a fresh start extends beyond the garden and into the very heart of our homes. We’ve seen firsthand how spring’s transformative power can revitalize living spaces. This year, we’re thrilled to…
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A Remodel for Grandmillennial-chic Sisters
In a city where square footage is a luxury and “making it work” an art form, sisters Daria and Deanna DeChirico, millennials with a penchant for Chinoiserie and a keen eye for resale value, tackled a 1962 Sutton Place apartment with a singular vision: transform a cramped layout into a spacious, two-bedroom haven, all while…
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Stunning Gold Accent Decor Ideas for Your Home
In a world of understated luxury, gold whispers, it doesn’t shout. More than a mere accent, it’s a transformative touch, capable of elevating the mundane to the magnificent. From the subtle gleam of kitchen hardware to the bold statement of a gilded bathroom sink, gold offers a spectrum of possibilities. This isn’t about ostentation; it’s…
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Vintage Meets Modern Flair in a Brooklyn Bath Reno
In the tight confines of an East Flatbush, Brooklyn, bathroom, Allyson, an attorney, has conjured a jewel box of global inspiration, a space where salvaged 19th-century doors meet meticulously laid marble and brass inlays. But it’s the floor—a geometric tapestry of cool marble and warm brass, painstakingly assembled—that whispers of a homeowner’s audacious vision, a…
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Scandi-70s Kitchen Reno: Brooklyn Light & Style
From a shadowed corner to a beacon of light, Melissa’s Brooklyn kitchen is a masterclass in transformative design. Walls fell, and with them, the constraints of convention. What emerged was a space where matte concrete and gleaming steel harmonize, where Ikea ingenuity meets bespoke craftsmanship, and where the spirit of mid-century modern is reimagined for…
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Long Island City Kitchen Reno: Ikea Cabinets, Custom Results
In the heart of Long Island City, where soaring ceilings meet the relentless hum of New York ambition, Roxana and Gabriel dared to defy the mundane. Their canvas: a loft kitchen yearning for a minimalist rebirth. Forget off-the-shelf; this was a symphony of custom cuts and audacious modifications, a testament to the power of “Ikea…
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Modern Scandi Meets Industrial Past in Queens Duplex Renovation
Once the rhythmic clang of printing presses echoed through these walls, now, a serene minimalist aesthetic reigns. Michael, a sweater designer, and Chenta, a web design director, have transformed the former home of the Ridgewood Times, a storied Queens newspaper, into a haven of “modern Scandi style.” Concrete floors and oak closets transform the former…
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Women GC & Mid-Century Bath Reno in Los Angeles
First-time homeowners Liz and Kevin, tackling a 1923 Spanish Revival in South L.A., discovered a hidden challenge: significant water damage beneath their primary bathroom. What began as a necessary gut renovation quickly blossomed into a dream project, fueled by their passion for Mid-Century design and a desire for a spa-like retreat. Teaming up with a…