Splurging on outdoor space, why open floorplans still rule, & more

By Jennifer White Karp | November 6, 2020 - 10:30AM

They might not be so great for working and learning from home, but open floor plans are what buyers want (Apartment Therapy)

Feeling trapped in their studios and walk ups, New Yorkers are splurging on pricier apartments with outdoor space (New York Post)

11 NYC infrastructure projects a Biden administration should tackle (Curbed)

Mayor Bill de Blasio released the final Where We Live NYC Plan, which lays out the city’s goals for fair housing in the five boroughs (CityLand)

If you’re selling a house—painting your front door is an inexpensive way to boost the sales price (Considerable)

New daily coronavirus cases in New York City top 600, the highest it has been since June 1st (Gothamist)

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Jennifer steers Brick Underground’s editorial coverage of New York City residential real estate and writes articles on market trends and strategies for buyers, sellers, and renters. Jennifer’s 15-year career in New York City real estate journalism includes stints as a writer and editor at The Real Deal and its spinoff publication, Luxury Listings NYC.

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