Tag: before and after
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Historic Filipinotown Kitchen Remodel: 1930s Charm Meets Modern
In the world of Los Angeles real estate, you’ll find a few things in abundance: sun, sprawl, and renovated kitchens that look like they were designed by an algorithm. But when a costume designer and a production manager found a 1932 Spanish Revival co-op in Historic Filipinotown, they saw something rare: an original 1930s kitchen…
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A Softer Look for a 2005 Home
After moving into her home in Houston’s EaDo district, Lauren knew her primary bathroom needed a serious update. While she loved the industrial look, she wanted to soften the space with a more feminine feel. The room felt cluttered with its excessive storage and a walled-in bathtub that wasted space. With a clear vision for…
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A Plywood Kitchen Reno That Proves IKEA Can Be Unique
Anthony Espino and Jeremiah Corley bought their first home in Brooklyn with a problem they couldn’t ignore: a kitchen stuck in the 1980s that was falling apart at the seams. They knew they wanted a space that could handle their love for cooking and baking, but they quickly realized the renovation would be more complicated…
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A Modern Industrial Loft Renovation in Chicago’s Logan Square
In Chicago’s bustling Logan Square, one couple has transformed their 1,000-square-foot brick warehouse loft into a stunning example of modern industrial design. Taking advantage of the space’s soaring 14-foot ceilings, they meticulously renovated their kitchen and bathroom, embracing a light-filled, airy aesthetic that breathes new life into the historic space while honoring its industrial roots.…
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Wine & Whiskey Cellar for a DC Basement Remodel
In the world of urban living, every square foot is an opportunity. For one Washington D.C. couple, a cramped, underutilized space beneath their basement stairs was not a forgotten corner, but a perfect canvas for a custom wine cellar. With a vision for an elegant entertaining space, they transformed this neglected room into a modern…
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Wall Removed for Open Minimalist Design in a NYC Condo Reno
Sometimes, a single wall can be a formidable barrier—not just to light, but to a homeowner’s entire vision for their space. For John, a minimalist with an eye for stunning views, his new Manhattan condo presented a classic urban dilemma: wall-to-wall windows overlooking Park Avenue, but a layout that kept the brilliance at bay. Aspiring…
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Doubled Space & Open Layout
For Elizabeth and Martin, their Bronx kitchen was more of a bottleneck than a culinary haven. At 124 square feet, it was poorly lit and tightly configured, making cooking a chore and gathering impossible. They knew they needed more than just new cabinets; they needed a whole new layout. By partnering with a design-build firm…
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Jersey City “Bunny Mansion” Renovation: A Duplex Transformed
In the often-unpredictable landscape of New Jersey real estate, Carol and Jon discovered what appeared to be their ideal first home in Jersey City: a stately 1926 detached house. The catch, however, lay in its configuration as a two-family duplex. Their vision, a single-family dwelling tailored for themselves and their growing retinue of beloved rabbits…
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Salvaged Finds & “Nuts-o” Design
With an entire townhouse to renovate and a baby boy on the way, a Brooklyn designer took on broken windows and fire hazards with “completely nuts-o” patterns and prints and an Airstream-inspired kitchen. Read on to see what happens when you give a designer the keys to a total fixer-upper. Guest post by Kensington homeowner…
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A Tribeca Condo Renovation for a Growing Family
Sometimes, the most promising spaces are the ones you almost overlook. For Sarah and Alok, their Tribeca condo initially seemed like a pass due to its two-bedroom layout. Yet, drawn in by the generous square footage, they decided to take a look. It was within those walls that they discovered the untapped potential to create…