Sweeten’s guidance on replacing wood floors covers everything from cosmetic updates to functional concerns (Above) Maggie and Adam’s new floor renovation Natural, versatile, timeless…wood floors can last for decades or even generations. But if there’s damage after years of wear, or the stain just isn’t suited to your style, replacing them may be your best […]
In this Kips Bay renovation, a sleek, sun-drenched entertaining space emerges Interior designer Tara Benet posted her Kips Bay renovation project on Sweeten on behalf of her clients Where: Kips Bay, Manhattan, New York Primary renovation: Updating the living room and dining room Notable: Track lighting was upgraded to chandeliers for form and function Result: […]
See designs of bathroom floor tiles, learn their costs, and get inspired When it comes to tiling your bathroom floor or walls, there are many options to choose from. For example, you can go the timeless and classic route and opt for the minimalistic look of subway tile. Or, add a little flavor with different […]
Our favorite projects across five neighborhoods With a population almost as large as Brooklyn, and the biggest footprint of the five boroughs, Queens has a lot to offer. Besides its growing, international food scene, a mix of established neighborhoods and amenity-laden condos, and an influx of tech startups, there’s the proximity to Manhattan, the U.S. […]
The lowdown on wood flooring options—solid, engineered, reclaimed—and how to choose (Above) Rima installed mid-sized plank engineered wood with a matte finish throughout her home. Of all the surface options available for the home, hardwood flooring remains the one with the most cachet and value. After all, it’s warm in appearance, easy underfoot (especially compared to tile […]
Light or dark, wide-plank flooring is a smart investment that provides lasting style Much like a pair of jeans, wide-plank flooring is a classic design that comes in a variety of materials and finishes and can adapt to any decor. It works in every room of your home as a dependable canvas for the rest of […]
How much it costs to renovate your kitchen in Westchester County, NY (Above) Brooke and Paul’s Sweeten kitchen renovation in Pelham, New York There’s no doubt that Westchester is a picturesque place to live—the luxury of space and peace with the bustle of New York City a quick trip away. Some recent buyers and established homeowners alike feel it would be […]
Here’s how to keep key materials—from countertops to appliances—performing at tip top As your home renovation draws to a close, you may experience feelings of relief and joy at the transformation from the old to the new. Decisions on materials turned out to be good choices, and daily life is now blending and flowing around […]
Joel and Eric’s kitchen in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn Imagine cooking in your new kitchen for the first time…the style! The smart layout! The shiny new appliances and lovely lighting! The team at Sweeten is inspired daily by our clients’ posts describing their renovation dreams, and the best place to start the process is with a […]
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 […]
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