From the Forum: Do Historic Districts Benefit a Homeowner?
A reader is curious about the benefits of having a home within a New York City designated historic 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.
Two Brooklyn Heights Bank-Row Buildings Are Now Landmarks
Brooklyn Heights gained two more landmarks with the designation of 181 and 185 Montague Street Tuesd...
5 Brooklyn Designers Floor Us With Colorful, Creative Carpets (Photos)
If you are hoping to warm up the floors of your Brooklyn home with texture and pattern, look no furt...
From the Forum: What Insulation Type Is the Safest Choice?
A reader is adding insulation and wants to choose a safe material. The plan calls for insulating the...
From the Forum: Adding a Rear Extension to a Brownstone
A reader is considering adding an extension to their brownstone and is looking for advice on any iss...
In the Gilded Age Playground of Tuxedo Park, an 1886 Colonial Revival Mansion Asks $1.92 Million
A planned community for the wealthy, Tuxedo Park was developed in the 1880s as a country playground ...
From the Forum: How Can Insulation Be Added to a Renovated Brownstone?
A reader is looking for recommendations on adding insulation to their brownstone. They noticed a dra...
From the Forum: Can a Sponsor Alter Common Areas, Mechanicals Without Board Permission?
A reader lives in a condo and is trying to find out the rules controlling what a sponsor is allowed ...
Red Hook in the Snow (Video)
Rich with industrial charm, waterfront views and quirky character, Red Hook was transformed for ...
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