Tag: before and after
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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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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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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…
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Multigenerational Home: Transforming a 1901 Rowhouse
For homeowners Nadia and Stephen, creating a home that comfortably housed three generations meant more than just renovation; it was about building a space for shared life while respecting individual needs. Discover how they reimagined their 1901 row house to achieve both “After” photos by Pixy Interiors for Sweeten Homeowners: Nadia and Stephen posted their 1901 three-story…
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A Kitchen & Bath Transformation in Pelham, New York
Drawn to the historic charm of the Guy Mariner-designed home, with its exposed oak beams and original leaded-glass windows, the homeowners envisioned a space where their three children and two Labs could thrive. However, the reality of daily life with a bustling family soon revealed the need for renovations, particularly in the closed-off kitchen and…
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Light-Filled Kitchen Makeover in Clinton Hill NYC
Ever feel like your kitchen is just not big enough? Erica and Joshua did. Their cramped Clinton Hill kitchen was more of a solitary confinement zone than the heart of their home. But they had a vision: a bright, open space where they could finally cook together. Their 800-square-foot apartment held so much potential, if…