by Allegra Kochman | Nov 29, 2023 | GUT RENOVATION
This article advocates for prioritizing your experience when doing a gut renovation. We demonstrate that when you elevate your pleasure, you increase value. Background In New York City, real estate is precious, and this 450-square-foot studio apartment takes advantage...
by Allegra Kochman | Jul 11, 2023 | GUT RENOVATION, Light
In this article, we share four strategies to get more light in your gut renovation. We use these techniques with our clients and offer them to you as inspiration. You Can’t Add More Windows Every apartment has a finite amount of light based on four factors...
by Allegra Kochman | Jul 9, 2023 | GUT RENOVATION
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 roles and responsibilities of the people who will be part of your process. Welcome to your Co-op review and approval process!...
by Allegra Kochman | Nov 10, 2022 | FAVORITES, GUT RENOVATION, PROCESS
In this article, we provide you with a better understanding of the financial health of your home renovation by explaining various frameworks and definitions. Learning this vocabulary will help you understand and manage your expenditures for your home remodel. This is...
by Allegra Kochman | Oct 19, 2022 | GUT RENOVATION
Introduction: A Client’s Guide to Architectural Drawings We will use the Air Jordan model XXXI to teach you how to understand the four basic architectural drawings so that you can know what makes up your construction project. The architectural plan drawing offers a...
by Allegra Kochman | Aug 2, 2022 | FAVORITES, GUT RENOVATION, PROCESS
The Classic Six Apartment is the most common New York City apartment type built before 1940. The Classic Six is generously sized, and designed for another era: one of tiny bathrooms, live-in help, and a time when cooking was not a family activity. There are six rooms,...