THE STORY.
The historic details in this parlor-basement duplex in a Landmarked brownstone in Fort Greene, Brooklyn were in fantastic condition. The preservation of the plasterwork on the parlor level, the working fireplaces, the existing parlor doors and trim, and the exposed beams in the lower level was the priority in the design approach to the project. The parlor floor layout was modified to open up the kitchen to the dining room but otherwise walls remained in their original locations. Increasing the amount of light and improving access to the rear yard was another priority for the parlor floor, so the rear windows were all changed to 9’ tall French doors with transoms that opened onto a balcony, which was created by extending the fire escape landing. The original woodwork was sanded and repainted and the plaster ceiling was refinished with a semigloss paint to reflect light.
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