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TRIBECA GIVE BACK

After practicing architecture from our Tribeca storefront for 20 years, we would like to share our knowledge with downtown settlers and new comers that may…

Solar panels

Hi I received a visit from Brooklyn Solaar. It seems interesting to install solar panels. Do anyone has experience to share about it ?

Lighting / Interior Designer

Hello, Could anyone recommend an interior designer specializing in lighting? Or a lighting designer who works with residential interior spaces? I’d love a consultation. We…

Kitchen Cabinets

Is there a service which will only provide measurements for kitchen cabinet installation?

Invitation to Art Opening this Saturday at Gumbo

You are cordially invited to attend the opening of a new exhibition at Gumbo this Saturday! Peggy Walker ‘The Language of Flowers’ In Acrylic and…

Removal of five unit building from rent-stabilization

My wife and I recently bought an eight unit building with all rent-stabilized units. We plan on combining four of the units for our personal,…

Freezer in Cellar?

Getting conflicting info here, but is it legal to keep a freezer chest in your brownstone cellar? We’ve been told by one GC that we…

Bath showroom?

I’d like to see some tubs and fixtures in person. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good showroom? Thanks!

Backyard stairs instead of a deck -- any guidance?

We initially thought we wanted a deck but we’re now leaning to just 5-6 stairs to the backyard and pavers because it seems like it…

Thermostatic Shower Body

Looking for any advice or experience with brands or models of thermostatic shower bodies. We’re renovating our whole house and looking to put in thermostatic…

How to paint steam riser pipes?

Bringing up a topic that seems to have lots of opinions- how to properly paint steam riser pipes. I see people who say you need…

Advice on removing cig smell from lobby area

We live in a multifamily unit and this is the first time we have a tenant that smokes. We thought it would be ok as…

FENCE - “pretty” side facing my property or the neighbor?

I know it’s customary in general to put the pretty side of the fence towards the neighbor but if I’m going to spend $15,000 on…

Double hung window balance broken

I have a double hung window with broken balances. The window manufacturer is no longer in business and balances no longer made. Tried Villa window…

low cieling height in basement

Stoop Vestibule Gate

I am considering removing the iron gate under my stoop and not replacing it. It is a pre-made modern gate which does not look great.…

Need facade work on landmarked limestone

Looking for recommendations for a great contractor for limestone facade work on a landmark bldg. Thus far, I’ve reached out to numerous groups vetted by…

Salvage Antique Doors for Sale: $650

I have a half-dozen salvage doors from my 1860 brownstone, including this one photographed on the top of the pile. It has 6 glass panels…

How did get rid for termite control services?

Hello there, If you can please tell me which is the company provide termite control service?

Legal aspect of architects to get commission from material suppliers

Is it legal for an architect to get paid commission from a material supplier without disclosure to client? What are the penalty under US laws…