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Your Trusted Partner In NYC Home Transformation
Delight, Process, Favorites
In this article, we present our approach to transforming NYC apartments into dream homes through expert residential home transformations.
Navigating The Efficient Frontier: Is A Renovation Right For You?
Process
In this article, we explore key considerations for deciding whether to invest in a major home renovation and emphasize the...
Maximize Your UWS Home’s Value With An Expert-Led Renovation
Process
In this article, we outline 5 key factors to consider when you are planning a complete renovation of your current or future home on the Upper West Side in New York City.
Living Large In A Tiny Footprint – A Gramercy Pied à Terre Case Study
Delight, Transformations
This article advocates for prioritizing your experience when doing a gut renovation. We demonstrate...
4 Steps To Maximize Sunlight In Your Renovation
Delight
In this article, we share four strategies to bring in an abundance of natural light in your renovation. These techniques...
Understanding Your Co-op Alteration Approval Process
Process
In this article, we explain the purpose and steps for getting New York City Co-op Approval for your renovation. In addition, we list the...
Make Peace With Your Home Renovation Budget In 2 Steps!
Process
In this article, we provide you with a better understanding of the financial health of your home renovation by explaining various...
Share Your Secret Budget Number
Process
This article is about trust – thank you to one of our clients for sharing their concerns! We explain why...
Why You Want An Apartment Renovation Specialist
Process
This article explains how an apartment specialist can make renovating your classic New York City apartment more predictable. We have...
How To Select Your Residential Architect
Process
Which Type Of Architect Is Right For You? This article outlines three types of residential architects and the skills and...
What Is Your Renovation Budget Personality?
Process
In this article, we help you understand how you feel about your budget, and explain how that relationship will inform...
How To Manage Your Renovation Budget
Process, Favorites
In this article, we provide you with a better understanding of the financial health of your home renovation by explaining various...
How To Manage Your Renovation Costs
Process, Favorites
In this article, we help you understand the terminology and the strategies when your home renovation costs are above your...
Architectural Drawings Explained: Plans, Elevations, and Sections
Process
Introduction: A Client’s Guide to Architectural Drawings We will use the Air Jordan model XXXI to teach you how to...
What Are Classic Six Apartments?
Transformations
The Classic Six Apartment is the most common New York City apartment type built before 1940. The Classic Six is generously sized...
5 Tips To Prepare For Your Gut Renovation
Process
The prospect of undertaking a gut renovation can seem daunting. Follow the 5 tips outlined below to plan ahead and...
How To Optimize Views In Your Home
Delight
In this article, we describe how to transform space with strategic design and create more views within your home when you renovate...
Turning Your Childhood Passion Into A Successful Career
Delight
Our earliest childhood experiences often plant the seeds for our life's passions and careers. Allegra Kochman has been passionate...
Make a Delightful Gut Renovation: How You Reduce Uncertainty
Delight, Transformations, Process
Gut Renovations have a tough reputation, and we are here to share insights on how to have a delightful experience...
Introduction To The Art Of NYC Renovations
Delight
In this article, we explain how we deliver original, engaging content with a new perspective about residential renovations...
Maximize Your Space With A Gut Renovation: 3 Strategies
Delight, Transformations
This article provides the top three ways to capitalize on the experience of your apartment when you plan to gut...
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