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Started by Nintzk
over 12 years ago
Posts: 96
Member since: Nov 2011
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Looking for an architect that will be able to tell me whether a wall is load bearing for a reasonable price. The sheetrock has already been removed. I don't think this will take a lot of time. Also, this is in a 25 foot wide brownstone. It is my understanding that in these kinds of buildings the interior walls are not load bearing. The beams just run across. Am I correct / wasting my time with an architect here? In addition, I am considering a much larger project that involves extending my brownstone and would also like to discuss whether this is possible and the costs with an architect. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Response by Guywithcat
over 12 years ago
Posts: 329
Member since: Apr 2011

I would recommend Frank Gehry. Good work at very reasonable prices. I also understand things are slow there now.

http://www.foga.com/

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Response by Nintzk
over 12 years ago
Posts: 96
Member since: Nov 2011

From the way things are developing with the Eisenhower Memorial I can't rely on him to get this done quickly.

http://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/Arts-Panel-Voices-Concerns-on-Eisenhower-Memorial-232852081.html

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Response by Primer05
over 12 years ago
Posts: 2103
Member since: Jul 2009

Nintzk

Email me at primerenovations@mac.com I will give you a great architect

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Response by karhu
over 12 years ago
Posts: 84
Member since: Aug 2010

There should be load bearing wall in the middle, most likely your wood joists won't span 25 feet. 2x12 wood joist can span 12 to 18 feet depends on the species, most wood joists I have seen in the city are less than 12" deep.

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Response by nyc10023
over 12 years ago
Posts: 7614
Member since: Nov 2008

Post the same question on www.brownstoner.com.

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Response by CAPITALcraft
over 12 years ago
Posts: 98
Member since: Mar 2010

Depending on your location, I can recommend architects as well. Please e-mail me with address stephen@capitalcraftsmen.com

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Response by Aael921
over 12 years ago
Posts: 131
Member since: Jan 2013

Please email me at aael0921@gmail.com for recommendations.

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