The Succulents Are Sounding Off at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
The artwork is alive and interactive at a new exhibition at Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Los Angeles...
Susan De Vries
Susan De Vries is the Photo and Research Director for Brownstoner. She has a background in historic preservation, historic site management, and research, and has a passion for photography, documenting 19th century architecture, and ferreting out fact from folklore.
From the Forum: Planting Trees to Provide Some Backyard Privacy
A homeowner is looking to maintain some privacy and block the view of the new five-story building vi...
Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Grand Park Slope Manse, a Compact Prospect Heights Co-op
The most popular listings on Brownstoner this week include a rental in Carroll Gardens, a grand Ital...
Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: A ‘Burg Bachelor Pad Transformed, a Covetable Kitchen
The Insider: Bright Park Slope Condo Stands Out for Covetable Kitchen and Out-of-the-Ordinary Baths ...
From the Forum: Should Homeowners Follow the Skylight Advice of Their Architect?
Their architect has recommended creating two interior bedrooms on the top floor, with only skylights...
Giving a Gardener His Due: Memorial Day Weekend Events Pay Homage at Montgomery Place
While his work was known to botanical enthusiasts in the 19th century, the role that Alexander Gilso...
Hop on Board for the New York Transit Museum’s 26th Annual Bus Festival
Satisfy your inner transit aficionado and do a bit of time travel with a day of vintage bus gawking ...
From the Forum: Fighting a Curb Cut Violation
A homeowner received a violation and isn't sure how to respond. In addition to a curb cut violation ...
Think Your Block Is the Greenest in Brooklyn? Enter the Botanic Garden’s Competition to Find Out
Want to show off your green thumb and community spirit? Bring some nature to your neighborhood and e...
The Green-Wood Cemetery Chapel Is Under Wraps During Restoration
A multi-million dollar restoration project is under way to bring a glow back to the Gothic-inspired ...
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