Sweeten general contractors renovate all types of spaces! Projects include kitchens and bedrooms, even basements and garage conversions. When it comes to the many types of renovations, Sweeten has seen it all! Whether a single-room remodel or adding square footage to a house, Sweeten helps homeowners envision their dream spaces—and then turns them into reality. […]
For this prewar NYC bathroom remodel, tile and gold finishes reveal old-school charm Homeowner: Leah posted a project on Sweeten Where: Upper West Side, Manhattan, New York Primary renovation: A rip-and-replace bathroom Notable: Feature and custom items were worth the wait. Result: The removal of a drop ceiling brought the space closer to the original […]
In this Chelsea bathroom renovation, exposed bulbs and graphic tile create an unforgettable look Project: Update and brighten a small bathroom in a Chelsea studio Before: The bathroom tub, fixtures, and drain in this circa 1964 co-op had done their job, but were now way past their sell-by date. Kristen knew her Chelsea apartment was […]
A step-by-step guide, plus a much-needed bathroom renovation timeline How long does a bathroom renovation take? In general, our Sweeten contractors say that the construction period for a bathroom project will average about two to three weeks. Overall, expect the renovation to take between six weeks to three months for the planning, execution, and wrapping up loose […]
While renovating their Brooklyn brownstone, Nazli and Larry discovered the merits of a dark, painted pantry and that heated floors were indeed worth fighting for We’re back again this week with Part 2 of Nazli and Larry’s historic Brooklyn brownstone renovation in Bedford-Stuyvesant. If you missed it—check out Part I where Nazli walked us through their […]
One kitchen and two bathrooms get a fresh start If there’s one thing we’ve learned in seeing thousands of renovations, it’s not the size of the remodel that matters; it’s how closely you pay attention to the details. Thoughtful and careful consideration of the materials and finishes used in a space can have a huge impact. Read […]
Going down to the studs, a new footprint and closets emerge Project: Renovate a master bathroom in Pelham, New York Before: In advance of moving into their newly purchased Pelham home, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom in Westchester, Alexy and her husband decided to get some necessary renovations out of the way. The couple had a five-year-old and were pregnant […]
Elevating privacy with an extra WC If your home only has one bathroom, then you’ve probably fantasized about moving to a bigger place just to get a second one. Maybe you don’t have to move to accomplish your goal! These five Sweeten homeowners repurposed existing square footage in their homes—adjusting layouts and converting closets, alcoves, and […]
A Connecticut couple refreshes their first townhouse In 2016, Brooklyn homeowner Lauren embarked on her first Sweeten renovation. The result: a beautiful alcove studio that was featured in a New York Times story on organizing small spaces. In 2017, she moved to Connecticut to join her fiancé and upgraded to a 3,000-square-foot condo in Stamford. Space was no longer […]
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