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November 15, 2007
Anatomy of a Brownstone: Going Green
Anatomy of a Brownstone: Going Green
Date: Saturday - December 1, 2007
Time: 1-5 pm
Place: Atrium Ampitheater
300 Jay Street, Downtown Brooklyn
Admission for the event is $35 per person
Register calling 718.552.1170.
Who says there’s nothing new under the sun?
At this offering in the popular “Brownstone” series, leaders in green building methods and materials, energy efficient homes and eco-smart home furnishings will show you simple, smart, affordable ways to green your house and live sustainably in New York City. Meet experts from USGBC, Keyspan, Con Edison, and Green Depot. Ask a question and take home an answer. Touch the latest green home materials. Pick up a brochure about energy saving programs that will save money and improve the air you breathe.
For more information contact:
Debra Salomon
NYC College of Technology
Continuing Education
300 Jay Street, Howard Building, 4th floor
Brooklyn NY 11201
718 552 1166
917 501 4263
dsalomon@citytech.cuny.edu
November 8, 2007
Anatomy of a Brownstone: Going Green - December 1 2007
Saturday, 1-5 pm
December 1 2007
Atrium Ampitheater
300 Jay Street, Downtown Brooklyn
Admission for the event is $35 per person
Register calling 718.552.1170.
Who says there’s nothing new under the sun?
At this offering in the popular “Brownstone” series, leaders in green building methods and materials, energy efficient homes and eco-smart home furnishings will show you simple, smart, affordable ways to green your house and live sustainably in New York City. Meet experts from USGBC, Keyspan, Con Edison, and Green Depot. Ask a question and take home an answer. Touch the latest green home materials. Pick up a brochure about energy saving programs that will save money and improve the air you breathe.
For more information contact:
Debra Salomon
NYC College of Technology
Continuing Education
300 Jay Street, Howard Building, 4th floor
Brooklyn NY 11201
718 552 1166
917 501 4263
dsalomon@citytech.cuny.edu
October 11, 2007
Anatomy of a Brownstone XI: Greening your home and Living Sustainably
Anatomy of a Brownstone XI: Greening your home and Living Sustainably
Saturday, 1-5 pm
December 1 2007
Atrium Ampitheater
300 Jay Street, Downtown Brooklyn
Admission for the event is $35 per person
Register calling 718.552.1170.
Who says there’s nothing new under the sun? At this offering in the popular “Brownstone” series, leaders in green building methods and materials, energy efficient homes and eco-smart home furnishings will show you simple, smart, affordable ways to green your house and live sustainably in New York City. Meet green experts from USGBC, Keyspan, Con Edison, and Green Depot. Ask a question and take home an answer. Touch the latest green home materials. Pick up a brochure about energy saving programs that will save money and improve the air you breathe.
Learn more:
dsalomon@citytech.cuny.edu
Debra Salomon
NYC College of Technology
Continuing Education
300 Jay Street, Howard Building, 4th floor
Brooklyn NY 11201
718 552 1166
917 501 4263
dsalomon@citytech.cuny.edu
Author's Comments
I agree with previous post + the GC might not take the job if you decide to go your way. You are asking for trouble.
Posted by: adamkidron at August 17, 2007 2:17 PM in response to Does GC need to do everything in a gut rehab?
Any suggestions on stores with good carpet selections for brownstones stairs. What is the correct size for stairs? How much stair should show in relation to carpet.
Posted by: adamkidron at August 17, 2007 6:37 PM in response to Carpet on staircase - Yes or yuck???
Try Aiden from Emerald Furniture, he recently duplicated the following door for a beautiful corner brownstone home in Cobble Hill....
http://picasaweb.google.com/allansuarez/BrownstoneDoor
His workshop is located in Clinton Hill, he can be contacted at (718) 237-1619, he has a great portfolio of work.
Posted by: adamkidron at August 21, 2007 10:26 AM in response to Brownstone Front Door
I actually copied and pasted it from her site - see her about us page. I was just being lazy! Way to insult someone you don't know, how old are you? And for your information I'm a male so please refrain from calling me Debra! Actually, I know a rugby player named Deb so its ok I guess!
adamkidron@hotmail.com
Posted by: adamkidron at September 12, 2007 2:06 AM in response to Looking for kitchen contractor/designer
He came to my home to price a job on my brownstone stairs. He promised me a quote in a week, I never heard back from him. That's not acceptable in my book and just sends me a signal that he may not be a responsible contractor.
Adam
Posted by: adamkidron at November 15, 2007 8:49 PM in response to Brownstone Authority
Hi,
I used AllRenovation for my brownstone in Windsor Terrace, I saw a very beautiful condo job in Bay Ridge that they did before I hired them. Very good honest workers, their quote was very fair and detailed (line itemized) unlike other contractors who just gave me a bulk quote. You can see their work at the following website.
http://www.allrenovation-ny.com
or call them at 718-351-4099
Good Luck,
Adam
Posted by: adamkidron at February 20, 2008 8:35 PM in response to Contractor Suggestions Wanted
Responses to Author's Forum Comments
Anyone can sign up for a hotmail address, dude.
Posted by: guest at September 12, 2007 10:21 PM in response to Looking for kitchen contractor/designer
I can email you from there to setup a dirty sanchez fiesta...you likes?
Posted by: guest at September 13, 2007 8:55 PM in response to Looking for kitchen contractor/designer
Try these guys:
www.ChineseContractor.com
Posted by: guest at October 6, 2007 5:01 AM in response to Looking for kitchen contractor/designer
I sent J. Mos an e-mail on Saturday, he responded by Saturday evening, looked at the property on Sunday and I received a written estimate in the mail yesterday. I am definitely not in a position to watch over or stay on top of anyone since I do not live in the house that needs the work done and am not physically in a position to check on the work while it is being done. I need someone who is dependable and reliable. I know some might think I'm asking for the impossible: competence, pride in work, reliability, honesty and a fair price.
Posted by: guest at November 15, 2007 9:41 PM in response to Brownstone Authority
We used JMos to fix our brownstone stairs and he did a horrendous job the first time AND the second time after we raised cane. Within 3 months its cracking/peeling and we ended up using Metro to fix those things and their work has lasted well.
I don't, however, question his professionalism. He was very courteous and responsive during the estimates and when we asked him to come back and fix the work, he did it for free...just the work itsself was not quality work for the prices he charged.
Posted by: spintoto at November 15, 2007 10:09 PM in response to Brownstone Authority
10:09 Thanks for letting me know about your experience. Now I might not feel like I am settling if I go with another contractor. I guess it's time to call Metro for an estimate.
Posted by: guest at November 15, 2007 11:13 PM in response to Brownstone Authority
The thing at Hassan at Metro is, as you'll see from other postings, that he's hard to get ahold of b/c he's all over the neighborhood. Everyday when I'm walking the dog, I see at least 3-4 Metro signs...so he's busy, but if you can get ahold of his cell phone number, which i don't have right now, i was able to talk directly to him and that worked the best.
Posted by: spintoto at November 15, 2007 11:45 PM in response to Brownstone Authority
Thanks Everyone! If someone does have Hassan's cell phone number at Metro could you please post it.
Posted by: guest at November 16, 2007 3:14 AM in response to Brownstone Authority
Metro, stop posting yourself. You are doing it again. How can you compare your quality or work with that of Brownstone Authority!
You both did work on my block and the quality of work from Brownstone Authority is superior.
Posted by: guest at November 16, 2007 9:32 AM in response to Brownstone Authority
Hassan at Metro's cell number: 917-494-7213
Posted by: cornetor at November 16, 2007 10:16 AM in response to Brownstone Authority

Try Aiden of Emerald Furniture, he re-created a set of beautiful doors for a corner brownstone on Bergen St.
http://picasaweb.google.com/allansuarez/BrownstoneDoor
His contact info is (718) 237-1619
Posted by: adamkidron at August 15, 2007 8:16 PM in response to cabinet maker / carpenter rec?