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, […]
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 […]
Jen and Luke reinvent a Harlem bath with (many) helping hands Project: Turning a leaky bathroom into a modern space in Harlem Before: The condo Jen and Luke purchased two years ago was in move-in condition. It had everything they needed, including the extras—central air, washer and dryer, dishwasher, ice maker, and garbage disposal. But, as […]
Big personality comes home with a trough sink and a wine fridge—under the stairs After Roxy, a rescued Rhodesian ridgeback, joined their household, Alicia and Ed realized “a little more space in a laid-back neighborhood” would be a better fit for the family of three than Manhattan, where they were currently living. They set their […]
In the sleeping quarters, a playroom, an extra washroom, and a couple’s lounge This week, we’re featuring Part 3 of Nazli and Larry’s gut renovation of a Brooklyn brownstone in Bedford-Stuyvesant. In case you missed it, you can catch up here and here. In this final post of the series, Nazli introduces us to their son’s […]
An architect dodged a shady general contractor in the nick of time and ended up with a perfect Sweeten home Ana and Leo survived the complex process of selling their old apartment and buying a new one simultaneously—no easy feat!—but were nearly taken by an unscrupulous contractor when it came time to renovate. They realized that […]
An outdated master bath becomes a sanctuary, complete with double vanity, walk-in shower, and strategically placed tile Project: Turn an old, run-down bathroom into something elegant and calming Before: Mary Ann and Frank’s three-bedroom Upper West Side apartment had done its job since they had bought it in 1992. But now, with their two kids grown […]
A loft apartment rediscovers its historic roots by exposing its beams, maximizing 11-foot ceilings, and bringing the walls down Meg and Brett had grown comfortable with their rental—despite its tiny shower, inadequate climate control, and chronic water problems—but dreamed of something to call their own. Having searched for years without success, they finally landed on just […]
Project: Renovate a dark master bathroom in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn Contractor: Sweeten Expert Nicky
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