From the Forum: Is Installing a Drain Necessary When Paving a Backyard?
A homeowner is contemplating paving over their backyard and is wondering how that might impact the d...
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: Are Backyard Guest Houses Legal?
A homeowner would like to build a small guest house at the rear of their backyard but isn't sure wha...
Explore Brooklyn’s LGBT History at Six Historic Sites
Can you name six places connected to the history of the LGBT community in Brooklyn? The NYC LGBT...
From the Forum: Should a Toilet Be Installed Directly on a Wood Floor?
A bathroom renovation is leading to a disagreement and a homeowner is looking for advice. The homeow...
Did a Teacup Inspire Original Owners to Build This Majestic Greek Revival Villa on a Hill?
This restored 1830s Greek Revival villa, at one time known as Crow Hill, has an unusual design and a...
Drool Over Fabulous Architecture on a Walking Tour of Crown Heights South
Even if you are a Brooklyn native, there is always something new to learn about the architecture and...
From the Forum: Is it Legal for a Downspout to Direct Water into a Neighboring Property?
A neighbor's downspout directs water right into a homeowner's property and they are wondering about ...
Prospect Park’s Splendid Victorian Wellhouse Restored, Goes Green With Compostable Toilet
One of Prospect Park's oldest structures, the Wellhouse, has been restored and is now open to the pu...
From the Forum: Repairing a Sidewalk After a Violation Notice
A homeowner has received a violation from the DOT for the damaged bluestone sidewalk in front of the...
Inside Downtown’s Long-Awaited Foodie Spot DeKalb Market (Photos)
Anticipation of DeKalb Market Hall at City Point has been making tastebuds tingle since it was first...
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