Tag: before and after
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Wine & Whiskey Cellar for a DC Basement Remodel
In the world of urban living, every square foot is an opportunity. For one Washington D.C. couple, a cramped, underutilized space beneath their basement stairs was not a forgotten corner, but a perfect canvas for a custom wine cellar. With a vision for an elegant entertaining space, they transformed this neglected room into a modern…
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Wall Removed for Open Minimalist Design in a NYC Condo Reno
Sometimes, a single wall can be a formidable barrier—not just to light, but to a homeowner’s entire vision for their space. For John, a minimalist with an eye for stunning views, his new Manhattan condo presented a classic urban dilemma: wall-to-wall windows overlooking Park Avenue, but a layout that kept the brilliance at bay. Aspiring…
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Doubled Space & Open Layout
For Elizabeth and Martin, their Bronx kitchen was more of a bottleneck than a culinary haven. At 124 square feet, it was poorly lit and tightly configured, making cooking a chore and gathering impossible. They knew they needed more than just new cabinets; they needed a whole new layout. By partnering with a design-build firm…
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Jersey City “Bunny Mansion” Renovation: A Duplex Transformed
In the often-unpredictable landscape of New Jersey real estate, Carol and Jon discovered what appeared to be their ideal first home in Jersey City: a stately 1926 detached house. The catch, however, lay in its configuration as a two-family duplex. Their vision, a single-family dwelling tailored for themselves and their growing retinue of beloved rabbits…
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Salvaged Finds & “Nuts-o” Design
With an entire townhouse to renovate and a baby boy on the way, a Brooklyn designer took on broken windows and fire hazards with “completely nuts-o” patterns and prints and an Airstream-inspired kitchen. Read on to see what happens when you give a designer the keys to a total fixer-upper. Guest post by Kensington homeowner…
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A Tribeca Condo Renovation for a Growing Family
Sometimes, the most promising spaces are the ones you almost overlook. For Sarah and Alok, their Tribeca condo initially seemed like a pass due to its two-bedroom layout. Yet, drawn in by the generous square footage, they decided to take a look. It was within those walls that they discovered the untapped potential to create…
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Danielle Brooks Brooklyn Brownstone Embraces AphroChic Design
Step inside the Brooklyn brownstone of actress Danielle Brooks, where the vibrant energy she brings to the screen now permeates her personal space. Forget cookie-cutter design; this is a home where culture takes center stage. Guided by the visionary African-American design duo AphroChic, Danielle has transformed her five-story residence into a soulful sanctuary, a true…
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Bland to Grand Family Home
With a baby on the way and a desire for more space, Idalee and Danny embarked on a transformative journey within their Clinton Hill co-op. What began as a one-bedroom apartment was carefully reconfigured, not only to carve out a cozy nursery from a former dining nook but also to open up the entire living…
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Transforming a Queens Home’s Exterior with Confidence
For Gary and his husband, their Queens home held ten years of memories, but its exterior felt like a faded photograph waiting for a vibrant touch. Intimidated by the thought of a major renovation, they finally found the courage to embark on a transformation that would inject rich color and a beautifully tweaked façade into…
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88-Year-Old Bath Gets Its First Facelift
Step inside a remarkable transformation where time stands still and then gracefully leaps forward. For Mary Ann and Frank, their Upper West Side co-op held decades of memories, including an original 1929 master bathroom that had truly seen better days. But with their children grown, the couple embarked on a long-awaited journey to breathe new…