From stamping approvals to full service, the role (and cost) of architectural services As you begin planning your remodel, the question of whether or not you need an architect will inevitably arise. Typically, if your project is a whole-home total gut remodel, you will need to hire an architect. A full-service design/build general contracting firm […]
An entertainment-focused kitchen preps with bright lights, bigger storage, and more dining space Photos by Miao Jiaxin for Sweeten Before: Improve placement and impersonal lighting The kitchen in Dawn and David’s loft apartment was not ideally configured. After living in the home for a dozen years, the pair decided to finally redo the kitchen. The […]
A step-by-step guide and timeline for a one-bedroom apartment renovation We’ve covered the expected timelines for kitchen renovations and bath renovations, but how long does an entire apartment renovation take? Since bathrooms and kitchens are usually the most time-intensive spaces to redo, the timeline for renovating a one-bedroom apartment is not much longer. Another bonus: the […]
A cost breakdown on materials, labor, and permits for your Long Island home remodel (Above) Renovation project by Sweeten general contractor Vita Renovating on Long Island? From the South Shore to the North Fork, we have the numbers you’ll need to plan your renovation’s budget. Sweeten breaks down the costs on four major remodeling cost […]
A daughter leads her mom’s Westchester condo renovation with luxe results Homeowners: Tatiana posted her Westchester condo renovation on Sweeten with the help of her daughter Where: Hartsdale, New York Primary renovation: A homeowner downsizes and renovates the kitchen and bathroom in a 975-square-foot condo Notable: Porcelain tile resembling marble made the difference Result: A […]
Replacing your flooring at home? Here, Sweeten reviews modern flooring options and their costs, so you can plan and pick wisely! “After” photos by Lena Yaremenko for Sweeten Renovating can be a big undertaking, and if your project involves an entire home, flooring is an important piece of the puzzle that unites the space. But when […]
Wondering how to finance home renovation plans? Renovating still happens—even during a recession. How can I finance my home renovations? Ah, the age-old question we at Sweeten get all the time. Luckily, Sweeten has translated insight from renovators and contractors into information you can use to make better decisions about improving your home. In the […]
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