From the Forum: Adding Support Beams Without a Permit
Homeowners are being advised by a general contractor that they can add some internal support beams w...
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.
Old World Charm in Pelham Manor by Architect Lewis Bowman Can Be Yours for $2.65 Million
The 1920s brought a construction boom to the suburbs of New York, and Pelham, located just outside t...
The Brooklyn Bridge Celebrates 135 Years as Brooklyn’s Icon
There was actually a time before Brooklyn's iconic bridge towered over the shoreline. It's been ...
From the Forum: Should a Homeowner Be Concerned About a Shaking Brownstone?
Busy traffic means a shaking house, and a homeowner is concerned. While the impact of nearby vehicle...
Effort to Landmark Walt Whitman’s Brooklyn Home Gains Political Support From City Council Members
There may still be some hope for the designation of Walt Whitman's former home at 99 Ryerson Street ...
See Inside the Stunning Homes of Boerum Hill With the Return of the House Tour
Brooklyn history lovers, design fans and real estate aficionados will have a chance to peek inside s...
From the Forum: Getting Rid of Green Growth on Steps
The steps are getting slippery and some homeowners are trying to figure out the best way to clean th...
Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Tiny House in Carroll Gardens, a Spacious Condo in Park Slope
The most popular listings on Brownstoner this week include a Greek Revival in Brooklyn Heights, a wo...
Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: Building Backyard Decks, a New Cantilevered Tower
Cantilevered Residential Tower Will Loom Over 4th Avenue in Park Slope Another building is set to...
From the Forum: Choosing the Right Material for Deck Stair Treads
Trying to make the best choice for deck stairs while working within a budget, homeowners are looking...
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