A bigger galley kitchen is just around the corner, thanks to “kitchen stretching” The key to making a galley kitchen layout work is all about maximizing the available square footage. But when you’ve optimized every inch and still need more space, the question becomes: how do you make a galley kitchen bigger? Demolishing the entire […]
A widened kitchen window + fresh kitchen cabinets = A modern black and white kitchen Before: Renovate an outdated Brooklyn kitchen Longtime renters Marc and Steve dreamed of having a place of their own. Their search for a one-bedroom in Brooklyn eventually led them to an unexpected choice: a co-op or house? The townhouse, they […]
Once kept to a single wall, a true working kitchen comes to life with an L-shaped layout and island Project: Update and enlarge a small kitchen in downtown Brooklyn with an L-shaped layout and island Before: Looking for more square footage in downtown Brooklyn led this couple to a 3-bedroom, 2-bath 1,230-square-foot loft in a […]
Six Sweeten homeowners weigh in on staying or leaving during their remodel One of the main points to consider when planning a renovation is how you’re going to minimize the disruption of daily life. It can be tricky if you are updating a kitchen or bathroom. Living without some elements will make surviving a renovation […]
7 ideas of custom bookcases to house a collection of books—whether you own 20 or 200 If you live with a book lover, you know that one book can quickly multiply into ten. It’s the kind of proliferation that seems to grow overnight, filling shelves, tabletops, and chairs until every surface is covered in books. […]
Like a phoenix, this Bella Vista rowhouse rose from the ashes Today, we’re taking a look at the rebirth of a trinity townhouse in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Center City Philadelphia. The house, built in the style of a trinity, a slim structure that became popular during a population boom in the early 18th century, […]
A bathroom remodel gets blue tile and a coat of blue paint Project: Overhaul a very beige bathroom in Jackson Heights, Queens Before: Owners Rachel and Michael didn’t want to go super modern with their bathroom update, so they went with a classic look that complemented their apartment’s prewar roots. The original space was dark and in […]
Renovate your backyard or terrace! Entertain, garden, or just relax. (Above) Sweeten homeowner K.V.’s backyard When you live in an apartment building, if you’re lucky enough to have outdoor space at all, it will likely be shared with other tenants. Or maybe you’ll have a small private terrace, or a plot of green that wouldn’t pass […]
Here’s what to know and ask when it comes to your project Renovating can be a complicated process; and the more you know about working with a general contractor, the better prepared you’ll be to navigate the road ahead. While these professionals execute the labor of your renovation, they are also your collaborator to the […]
Seven serene retreats with tucked-in storage Like the rest of your home, your bedroom is a place to surround yourself with the things you love. It’s also a place for more personal trinkets and mementos, which means storage for those (and, of course, all your clothes) is key. By incorporating custom built-ins, floating shelves, and […]
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