Domino Opens Colorful Summer Pop-Up at City Point in Downtown Brooklyn
A summer pop-up has joined the growing list of shops open at Downtown Brooklyn mega-development City...
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: Should the Internal Staircase to a Garden Apartment Be Removed or Left in Place?
A home buyer is contemplating a garden level apartment renovation and is looking for advice. The apa...
Unobstructed Views: A 20th Century Interloper in Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn Heights is known for its 19th century row house character, with graceful stoops and quirky ...
From the Forum: What is the Safest Method for Cleaning Moss and Algae From Brownstone?
A homeowner has been noticing that the warmer temperatures and rain have led to some green growth on...
Artists and Visitors Converse With the Landscape at Olana, Storied 19th Century Fantasy Retreat
The landscape and the observer is the focus of an unusual exhibition showcasing the work of contempo...
From the Forum: Would Solar Panels Be Cost-Effective on a Brownstone?
A homeowner is contemplating installing solar panels on their brownstone and is looking for advice. ...
Coney Art Walls Brings Kaleidoscope of Color to the Beach (Photos)
The colorful summer atmosphere of Coney Island provides a perfect background for Coney Art Walls, wh...
From the Forum: Should a Landlord With a No Pet Policy Make an Exception for a Good Tenant?
A homeowner has a no-pets policy for their rental unit but is being asked to consider allowing a dog...
A Country Estate in Old Chatham With Room for a Crowd Asks $3.95 Million (Sheep Not Included)
If the arrival of the summer season has filled your head with visions of acres of space for houses g...
Cleanup Continues at Site of ConEd Oil Spill in Dumbo [Video]
Boats were out in the water Tuesday hauling what appeared to be cleanup equipment around the ConEd p...
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