Author: rhinoadmin1989

  • A Bed-Stuy Remodel Allows a Landmark Home to Start Over

    This well-timed Bed-Stuy remodel preserves an inherited family home for years to come “After” photos by Miao Jiaxin for Sweeten Homeowners: A young couple posted their Bed-Stuy remodel on Sweeten to revitalize their townhouse Where: Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, NY Primary renovation: Outfit their 1,500-square-foot Bed-Stuy home with a new kitchen, bath, and open-concept living area Sweeten general contractor…

  • The Panoramic View of Open-concept Kitchens

    Six open concept kitchen ideas by Sweeten imbue space, flow, and natural light When asked what they want in a kitchen remodel, many homeowners echo the same idea: an open-concept kitchen. Gone are the days of the kitchen being cordoned off. No more swinging doors or small entryways. Renovators want big, open spaces that connect…

  • My Sweeten Story: A Slow-Brewing Remodel Speeds Up in Queens

    A remodel in a Jackson Heights co-op delivers an open floor plan, kitchen peninsula, and spa bathroom “After” photos by Kate Glicksberg for Sweeten Homeowners: Dia, a personal trainer, and Alex, a technology executive posted their pre-war co-op remodel on Sweeten Where: Jackson Heights in Queens, New York Primary renovation: A full-scale remodel of a three-bedroom, two-bathroom…

  • Renovating with Heat and Water Conservation in Los Angeles

    Remodeling? Consider these modern methods to improve your L.A. home’s heating and cooling Renovating a house in L.A.’s extreme climate requires special measures. Heat is intense during the summer and water is always at a shortage. Sweeten’s L.A.-area general contractors offer advice on what to expect when renovating with heat and water conservation in mind.…

  • My Sweeten Story: A Mint Bathtub Leads a Vintage Bathroom Remodel

    A Hudson County vintage bathroom remodel highlights a mint green palette and higher ceilings “After” photos by Curious Lens for Sweeten Homeowners: Homeowners posted their vintage bathroom remodel on Sweeten Where: Hudson County, New Jersey Primary renovation: Revamping the main bathroom in their 150-year-old home, inspired by a bygone era Sweeten general contractor Sweeten’s role: Sweeten matches residential renovation…