From the Forum: When the Tub is Bigger Than Expected
A newly installed tub was a bit of a surprise for a new homeowner. The tub is 23" above the floor, a...
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.
Savor Some Peace During the Busy Season With the Annual Old Stone House Holiday Concert
Get into the holiday mood in historic surroundings with the annual festive concert at Old Stone Hous...
The Spectacular, Sparkling Christmas Lights of Dyker Heights (Photos)
It's hard to miss Dyker Heights at this time of year, when the neighborhood glimmers with thousands ...
From the Forum: Deciding on Tempered Versus Laminated Glass for a Patio Door
A door to the deck is getting replaced and a homeowner is trying to decide what type of glass to use...
Giant Underground Tunnel Could Replace Sewage-Gobbling Tanks in Gowanus Canal
An eminent domain seizure by the city seemed to write the final chapter for the historic Gowanus Sta...
Making a Life in Brooklyn: Carroll Gardens Brownstoners in the 1960s
It was a time in Brooklyn when two schoolteachers with adventurous spirits and a willingness to get ...
Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Windsor Terrace Limestone, a Boerum Hill Italianate
The most popular listings on Brownstoner this week include a row house in East Flatbush, a co-op in ...
Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: A Chic Reno, Lena Dunham’s Brooklyn Pad for Sale
The Insider: Stylist-Turned-Designer Creates Chic But Family-Friendly Interior in Boerum Hill A t...
From the Forum: When Construction for a New Building Next Door Damages Your Property
A homeowner has allowed the contractors working on a new building to use their backyard, but are now...
5 Sumptuous Books for Architecture and Design Lovers
'Tis the season for gift-giving and for curling up indoors with a good book. For the historic house ...
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