A “she shed” in Queens emerges from a garage renovation, complete with a pull-down ladder, kitchen, and bathroom Homeowners: When paralegal Michelle decided to move in with her elderly mother, she posted her backyard garage renovation project on Sweeten Where: Queens, New York Primary renovation: Renovating a 228-square-foot beat-up garage in the backyard to provided […]
New techniques, ease of use, and if wallpaper can hang in bathrooms (Above) Wallpaper in Barbra + Sean’s foyer More and more designers, contractors and homeowners believe that one of the best ways to make a bold design statement is to opt for wallpaper over paint. It provides hundreds of looks and textures that a […]
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 […]
A 360-degree co-op renovation in Kensington, Brooklyn transforms a home Nine years seems like a long time, but some things are worth the wait. That’s the case for Barbra, a television producer, and Sean, who purchased their 1,100-square-foot Kensington, Brooklyn, prewar co-op and only recently renovated. They were used to kitchen cabinets too shallow for […]
A fun crop of ways to make cooking more colorful If patterns in the kitchen feel outdated to you, think again. We’ve got proof that they’re making a steady (and stylish!) comeback. From personality-filled wallpaper prints to classic tile patterns, Sweeten homeowners are playing with subtle—and some not-so-subtle—forms of contrast in the kitchen. Read on for […]
The design media brand puts the magic touch on their new workspace Living room/reception area Photos: Heidi’s Bridge A renovation and decor overhaul were naturally in the plan when stylish design magazine Domino sought out a larger office in Midtown Manhattan for their 40-person team. They called on Sweeten for a general contractor who could carve out […]
A first-time homeowner turns a studio apartment into her very own gem with architectural trim, a must-have appliance, and her one “controversial” decision. Guest post by Nancy in her Upper East Side studio apartment Nancy’s first New York City apartment was a long time in the making—35 years to be exact. She searched for a dream […]
From HGTV to real-life, this Ditmas Park reno is a scene-stealer Editor’s Note: Blane’s apartment overhaul is truly unforgettable. The post, originally published in 2016, showcases a mix of high-end materials and appliances paired with budget-friendly cabinets. An accountant by trade, Blane knows when to splurge and when to save, blending stock items with custom pieces throughout his […]
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