Temporary bookshelf walls to divide a room legally: A guide for NYC renters

For countless budgetconscious renters in New York City … … Moving even two blocks away or two floors up can cost a small fortune in NYC Theres usually  a security … something else NYC renters are forever short on vertical storage that doesnt swallow your floor plan … What kind of …

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 15, 2025 - 10:30AM
Want to try wallpaper in your NYC apartment or brownstone? Here's what you need to know

… panacheperfect for renters or if you envision selling down the line or are a serial redecorator   One … out the costs can also seem daunting for the uninitiated How much wallpaper will you need What can you expect to pay … combinations   Like the New York Toile shown at top You can buy it from Austin designer Katie Kime $128 to $198 for a …

By Evelyn Battaglia |March 3, 2022 - 9:30AM
What you need to know about installing a closet system in your NYC apartment or brownstone

… living with a chaotic closetor no real closet at all Prewar apartments and brownstones notoriously lack closet space … that you can adjust yourself or on a phone consult with a company rep All wallmounted systems are 14 inches deep … requestand best handled with a design pro  … Does it add to resale  … Definitelythe brokers Brick spoke to all agree on …

By Evelyn Battaglia |February 3, 2022 - 9:30AM