I just realized I posted an incorrect email address... Sorry.

His email is afradkoffdesigns@comcast.net His phone number is (917) 494-0082.

Sorry for posting incorrect info.

Posted by: walker247 at August 31, 2007 2:06 PM in response to pre purchase assessment

email alexfradkoffdesigns@comcast.net He is an Architect

Great expertise, honest on price, and know the codes and the area very well

Posted by: walker247 at August 28, 2007 7:02 PM in response to pre purchase assessment

If you want someone good and reasonably priced, contact my friend Alex - 917-494-0082 (cell). Tell him Betsy referred you. He is terrific & been in business for over 20 years.

Posted by: walker247 at August 20, 2007 1:15 PM in response to Architect Needed

I can recommend a great Architect (which u will need to do the renovation) who works with an excellent Contractor. His name is Alex and he has been doing this work in New York for over 2o years. He works with his clients and will answer all your questions. His rates are really good and he works with you from the beginning to the end of the job - he doesn't disappear half way through (as some Architects or even Contractors do)

Here is his phone number: 212-388-2634 or cell at 917-494-0082 and website: www.alexfradkoff.com. Tell him Betsy referred you and you will get a free consultation to go over your project.

Good Luck & if you have any other questions about him or want other references, just send me an email at bwalker247@yahoo.com

Posted by: walker247 at August 20, 2007 10:41 AM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor

Try Alex Fradkoff, cell 917-494-0082. He is remarkable and can design whatever style you are looking for e.g modern, traditional, etc. He has been featured in Architectural Digest, but is a down to earth, genuine guy.
His prices are extremely reasonable for his quality of work and his knowledge of the area.

His website is www.alexfradkoff.com which shows some pictures of his work.

Posted by: walker247 at August 16, 2007 1:06 PM in response to Interior Design Recommendations

Alex at Alex Fradkoff Designs. He's a personal friend of mine and is great at what he does - has references, been published, etc. Tell him Betsy referred you. 212-388-2634, www.alexfradkoff.com

Good Luck...

Posted by: walker247 at August 13, 2007 10:09 PM in response to Recs for architects

Call Alex Fradkoff (212)-388-2634
www.alexfradkoff.com

Posted by: walker247 at August 13, 2007 3:30 PM in response to Recommendations: Design-Build Firms

Here's the Architect you want: Alex Fradkoff, 212-388-2643. He has the experience you are looking for.

Posted by: walker247 at August 13, 2007 3:21 PM in response to adding room on roof of brownstone

I have the perfect person for you. He's an Architect and Interior Designer and has been doing this work in NYC for over 20 years. His name is Alex Fradkoff and his cell is 917-494-0082. Yes, he is a friend of mine, but I highly recommend you calling him. Tell him Betsy referred you.

Check out his website at www.alexfradkoff.com

I hope this helps...

Posted by: walker247 at August 13, 2007 12:49 PM in response to teardown/rebuild vs "gut" renovation?

I can recommend someone terrific for you to talk to. He's been in this business for over 23 years and has been featured in Arch. Digest numerous times. He is honest in his estimates and works with you to get the job you want done. His name is Alex and can be reached at 917-494-0082. He also has a website (which needs some work, but it does show great pics of his work) at www.alexfradkoff.com

Hope this helps...

Posted by: walker247 at August 13, 2007 12:43 PM in response to Renovation Estimate

Warning! Don't choose Nayci Contracting

Posted by: guest at August 20, 2007 11:57 AM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor

I wouldn't consider the first entry either. In Brooklyn Dineen is known as a good contractor.

Posted by: guest at August 20, 2007 1:26 PM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor

My partner and I are architects with a good deal of experience in residential conversions. We have done both high end work and also much more economical projects (We recently completed a gut renovation of a brownstone turning it from 7 apartments into three and finished the work for $75 psf within 3 1/2months from the closing date!)
If you would like to discuss further or get more information please contact me (Talia) at tbraude@gmail.com

Posted by: guest at August 20, 2007 3:46 PM in response to Architect Needed

The contractor who has lovingly renovated and restored my home is Thahal Beer of Beer Home Improvement. He doesn't have any fancy websites or advertisements. His jobs come through word of mouth and his work speaks for itself. He is very detailed oriented, dependable, responsible and most importantly honest. He put in a brand new hardwood floor (red oak with mahogany borders) and it looks fabulous as well as three kitchens, four bathrooms. I'm in awe of my new staircase, which had to be relocated, but Beer saved all of my old spindles and banister and has made this brand-new staircase look like it is original to the house (1899). He does most of the work himself and he doesn't sub-contract very much. He's very hands-on and he's at the job every day. He comes early and leaves late. I would totally recommend him with my eyes closed. If you would like to contact him, his # is (646) 358-6118. He will be more than happy to show you his work.

Posted by: faithful at August 20, 2007 4:28 PM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor

I've used a contractor named Slawek Poweirza for 15 years, in three different buildings. He is currently renovating my home in Carroll Gardens. He is honest and his crew works hard. I've recommended him to numerous friends, to their satisfaction. His phone number is 917-319-1347.

Posted by: guest at August 20, 2007 8:29 PM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor

Actually OP, look at the website Apartment Therapy at the contractors recommended there, because they cover more of the Manhattan contractors and you can see user comments. I think you're getting a lot of contractors posting recommendations for themselves, on this thread. Nothing wrong with that, go ahead and meet with them. But be sure to get real, honest to goodness consumer reviews too.

Posted by: traditionalmod at August 21, 2007 1:01 PM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor

My recommendation was honest. My contractor actually doesn't even own a computer. He's an old-fashioned kind of guy. To the OP, I would be happy to email you pics of my home. BTW, I forgot to mention that he's licensed & insured.

Posted by: faithful at August 21, 2007 4:55 PM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor

Try ShoeBox Interiors. Jane has a great eye for color, finishes and detail. She helped us tie it all together with touches, that make graceful transitions, from room to room. You'll like her. She's very personable. Office is 718-330-0733. But easiest to catch her on her cell 347-495-7580.

Posted by: guest at August 22, 2007 11:00 PM in response to Interior Design Recommendations

I love Jane at Shoebox Interiors! I agree with the previous post, she does have a great eye for color, finishes and detail. We used her to totally renovate our apartment and she worked wonders. We've been recommending her ever since.

Posted by: sbruner at August 23, 2007 10:23 AM in response to Interior Design Recommendations

call
jimmy
royal interiors
646-331-7293

Posted by: guest at August 23, 2007 11:29 PM in response to Help!! Please recommend a good contractor