In 2021, bathroom trends are breaking traditional rules about materials, style, and function In 2020, we looked for a respite from the outside world. We needed to focus on self-care to help us navigate the stress of the pandemic. Enter the bathroom! It was a key spot to take time to ourselves, to relax with […]
It’s versatile, durable, and looks good too In renovation and design, there’s always a “hot” material or finish that somehow seems to be on everyone’s Instagram—and in everyone’s home. Right now, cement is having its moment, and while it may be trendy, the oft behind-the-scenes material is a timeless choice too. These renovators, who came […]
Islands that cascade seamlessly into your kitchen Often on the wish-list, islands are the perfect kitchen workhorse but don’t need to look so hard-working. The waterfall style gives this piece of furniture a finishing touch. From wood to concrete, here are seven ideas to pore over. Hidden Storage Marble Veining Mineral-inspired Warm Wood Multi-tiered Live-edge Cool Concrete — Sweeten is a […]
Concrete floors and oak closets transform the former home of a storied local Queens newspaper Michael and Chenta had been looking for a new place for about six months when they visited a duplex apartment in the former home of the Ridgewood Times, a local newspaper of record in the area. They fell in love with the […]
Tile revamps ho-hum walls and floors in an instant—from tile flooring to backsplash tile. Geometric tile backsplash in Jerry and Janet’s Crown Heights kitchen. Chances are, your home has tiles somewhere—the bathroom and kitchen, or maybe a foyer or mudroom. While they serve a practical purpose—waterproof, easy to clean, protects surfaces—tiles have now emerged as […]
Each week, we aim to translate insight from Sweeten experts into information you can use to make better decisions about improving your home. This week and next, let’s take on flooring. I might be biased, because new floors were the very first step I took in renovating my tiny East Village apartment, but I cannot […]
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