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Renovation
Do I need an architect or an interior decorator?
Updated about 16 years agoI have a signed contract on an UWS 2bed/2bath. I am looking to figure out how to maximize the available space in the apartment for furniture, possibly have some... -
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Bones of an Apartment
Updated about 16 years agoI'm probably the only person on this site who doesn't know what this means, but can anyone tell me what is meant when an apartment has "good bones"? I've seen many... -
Renovation
Gut renovation UWS
Updated about 16 years agoI’m looking at a approx. 2500sf UWS apt in need of TOTAL GUT RENOVATION. Building is 1899, untouched for over 50 years, needs update to electric, plumbing, kitchen,... -
Renovation
Question for an Architect
Updated about 16 years agoWhat happens if the architect or engineer of record does NOT sign off on a renovation? My plans are filed with the DOB; and now my architect wants several $ to sign... -
Renovation
Value of kitchen pass-thru
Updated about 16 years agoI am debating about cutting a pass-through for the kitchen. I know some people like closed kitchen so the smell from cooking is contained... some like it open to... -
Renovation
Building a closet
Updated about 16 years agoI have a sort of "dead space" in the apartment that I want to build a closet on. Do companies like California Closets build closets out or do I need to/should I hire... -
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Apartment/tax lot combination?
Updated about 16 years agoHoping someone can help me with this question! My husband and I combined two condo units to create our apartment. We did the combination legally, by filing for...