Transcend construction has done great work for me in the past, and recently did a great job for a friend in Kensington. The kensington work was similar to what you are looking to have done, and the outcome was very positive all around. Have them take you to see prior work to be double sure.

Posted by: dillon at December 1, 2008 9:28 AM in response to Insecure about being UN-secure

Tutta Pasta (7th and Garfield)
Lemongrass (7th and Berkeley)

Old time favorites

Posted by: dillon at November 16, 2008 1:33 PM in response to can anyone suggest a decently priced, but good restaurant in park slope?

I guess it all depends where the 60sf is (kitchen or bath vs living room)and the overall size of the apt..but all things being equal and only a 10k price difference, I'd go with the view hands down.

Posted by: dillon at November 16, 2008 1:14 PM in response to View vs. Square footage??

I'm a big fan of Transcend Construction, they did work for us recently that was super all around (quality, speed, price, etc). They advertise on the forum, but here's their contact info anyhow (7183690996 or www.transcendconstruction.com)

Posted by: dillon at November 16, 2008 1:10 PM in response to Kitchen/Bathroom Reno

Althought I didn't fall for the marketing, a friend of mine did and I helped paint a couple of rooms. The paint covered very well, but what I didn't like was you have little time to work it. As soon as you roll it on it begins to dry, so you have to keep moving around the room and come back later to touch up any mistakes.

Posted by: dillon at October 31, 2008 7:11 PM in response to Aura paint

I like decorator white throughout...it hides very well and can be found on just about any store shelf that carries benjamin moore.

Posted by: dillon at October 31, 2008 7:07 PM in response to Paint colors for tenants?

I recommend Transcend Construction, they recently completed some work for us (ktichen/baths) and the work was great. I can't say if they operate or have experience in your nabe, but give them a call to find out. They work fast and have great quality as well.

Posted by: dillon at October 31, 2008 7:03 PM in response to Contractor for a Victorian in historic district

We recently had a great experience with Transcend Construction. They did 2 baths and a kitchen in our home super fast, and the work was done very well. Would absolutely recommend you give them a shot.

Posted by: dillon at October 31, 2008 6:58 PM in response to General Contractor Recommendation

We live in the neighborhood, just finishing up a major project of our two family house -- took the roof off, new central AC, added two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs, redid the main floor and finished the basement with a new bathroom. Very happy with our GC Richard of Masterpiece Construction who has done a lot of work in the area on these old homes, including his own. 646-645-2300, tell him Matt recommended.

Posted by: mh at October 31, 2008 9:25 PM in response to Contractor for a Victorian in historic district

You should check out John Palanca over at Design Tech Construction.(718) 369-5828.
He and his Partner have a show on the DIY Network
called Under Construction. a lot of the work featured is done on Brownstones and old homes in The Park Slope Area.
They just moved the show so you'll have to go to DIYnetwork.com to find the new day/time.
I've worked with them before and alway's found them 100%
honest and Dependable.
If you check them out tell them Rich from Ubergeist Design Group Told you about them.
Good Luck.

Posted by: richierich at October 31, 2008 9:45 PM in response to General Contractor Recommendation

Try Pietro from AllRenovation, he just did a class on renovations at City Tech for do it yourself homeowners. I meet him at the "Anatomy of Brownstone" seminar - he was a speaker. He ended up working on my Brownstone in Windsor Terrace. Very good guy, good workers and excellent customer service. His website is http://www.allrenovation-ny.com or try their offices at 718-351-4099.

Best of Luck,
Adam K.

Posted by: adamkidron at November 1, 2008 1:22 AM in response to General Contractor Recommendation

thanks everyone. I've started making calls.

Posted by: slick at November 1, 2008 3:10 AM in response to Contractor for a Victorian in historic district

I heard my tenants talking about the white walls and asked them what color would they want if they had the choice. Surprise of all surprises, they picked a nice shade of beige. So, they bought the paint beforehand and since I had to paint anyway, I used their color. Everyone was happy.

Posted by: i_heart_brooklyn at November 1, 2008 7:24 AM in response to Paint colors for tenants?

For neutral walls I love cooler tones. Pale grey colors feel fresh and clean and go with anything your renter will want to put in their space. Here is a pale grey room:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3131/2782395295_c71a5ecf53.jpg

This one is a beige and has some warmth to it but not too yellow. It leans cooler toned:

http://www.housetohome.co.uk/imageBank/i/IHMARO7.63.jpg

Posted by: traditionalmod at November 1, 2008 3:37 PM in response to Paint colors for tenants?

Alberth Chica646-472-4842. He is awesome.

Posted by: wasder at November 1, 2008 8:10 PM in response to General Contractor Recommendation

Kaz Oplustil 917 528 3054
Has been renovating Victorian homes for over 20 years and owns one...

Posted by: Absolute Beginner at November 1, 2008 9:27 PM in response to Contractor for a Victorian in historic district

Thank you all for your help! I will give all the recommended contractors a call first thing tomorrow morning!

Posted by: nise17 at November 2, 2008 4:06 PM in response to General Contractor Recommendation

Hi,
I used the Aura- covered well, but weird to paint with. (I went from white to white dove, so coverage was one coat.)
You could also try to BM super spec - it isn't as fancy as aura, but it is a great paint.
I would not suggest the BM mayonnaise color in any paint type. It does not cover very well. I used Milkly Way this weekend- that was only 2 coats (super spec) over primer on a lavendar wall. And it looks great.
good luck with the painting

Posted by: brooklynjennie at November 3, 2008 12:32 PM in response to Aura paint