A growing family prompts a layout change: adding a second bath and bedroom Project: Transform a one-bedroom unit by splitting the master bath into two; adding a second bathroom and an extra bedroom. Before: When Jeanne and Philip found out they were having a baby, it was just the incentive they needed to renovate. Changing […]
Thinking of designing a black and white bathroom space? Here’s proof they’re not all same. When it comes to bathroom design, there’s no combination more iconic than black and white. The traditional pairing can be executed in many ways, from tile to fixtures, in a range of textures and patterns. While it’s a common choice, […]
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 […]
Finishing touches on a nearly perfect getaway Project: Add an ensuite bath to the second bedroom in Riverhead, NY Before: Michelle and Nate, both freelance advertising creatives from Brooklyn, bought a 2,010-square-foot house in Riverhead, NY, during the summer of 2016. Built in 1994 by the previous owner, Nate found the home in good condition. “Luckily, […]
An outdated hall bathroom gets an upgrade with simple renovation ideas Project: A makeover of an old hall bathroom on the Upper West Side Before: Mary Ann and Frank dreamed of a new guest bath in the hallway since they bought their Upper West Side three-bedroom apartment in 1992. The space was almost all original from […]
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