Brick Underground

Brian and Cynthia decided on a prewar Brooklyn Heights loft for their mixed family's new home, but they knew it required work to make it function. That's when Bolster stepped in to make the family's dream home come true by making the floor-plan more flexible, upgrading infrastructure like HVAC, electrical and plumbing, and add personal design touches.

New Yorkers who move to these Connecticut towns—Greenwich, Stamford, New Canaan, Darien, and Norwalk—will appreciate a quick Metro North train commute, urban areas, parks, beaches, and the lowest maximum state income tax rate in the Tri-State area.

A new report from Realtor.com finds that during the week of September 22-28, buyers see more discounts, and more apartments on the market. The survey looks at 53 major markets and found that in 41 of them, market indicators pointed to this week as the optimum period to buy, thanks to sellers looking to make a deal and less competition from other buyers.

After falling in love, a couple fell in love with a landmarked loft in Brooklyn Heights. With children ranging in age and the desire to be able to host guests, the couple knew they had to renovate the space to make it work for them. The end result features a custom staircase with wood accents, painted cabinets, and most importantly, is a functional space for the blended family.

PACS Architecture, a New York City-based firm, believes the architect is uniquely qualified to coordinate the multiple trades involved in the renovation process. From decorators and engineers, to vendors and contractors, each party speaks their own language, and the architect is an expert interpreter. 

Renovating your apartment can make more sense than buying a new one, but that doesn't mean it will be easy. We spoke with Aaron Popowsky, CEO of Gallery Kitchen & Bath, to identify a few key tips you can follow to get through your upcoming remodeling project without too much extra stress.