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COVID-19 Update

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In light of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and NY Governor Cuomo’s Executive Orders, Rodman Paul Architects has instituted a work-from-home policy until further notice. Our technology suite allows us to be in constant communication with each other and with our clients, consultants, craftspeople, and builders. Projects are underway and we’re looking forward to sharing progress photos with you.

Andrew Klein, left, wearing his “safety first” hat packing out to work from home; Michael Fasulo's daughter raises her hand during virtual class; and Tad Paul, at right, working from Fire Island Pines.

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, concerns, or thoughts about future projects. Now is the time for thinking about better days ahead.

Our Interview for Brick Underground: 5 Things Homeowners Need to Know About Home Automation

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Home renovations can often be the best time to make the move to home automation. New technologies that give homeowners greater control over lighting, temperature, security, and audio-visual systems can add value and create a better living experience.

In an interview for Brick Underground, Michael Fasulo walks homeowners through the entire home automation process, from determining a budget to selecting products to wiring and ventilation. For home automation early adopters, Michael also advises on updating existing automation systems.

To learn more about what’s involved in home automation, read the full Brick Underground interview here.

Our Interview for Brick Underground: Renovating a Prewar Classic 6

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Renovating a prewar New York apartment tends to involve a set of challenges that are unique to other kinds of renovations. Thankfully, these challenges tend to be predictable, with experience. They can also present opportunities for innovation and creativity.

In an interview for Brick Underground, Michael Fasulo walks apartment owners through the most common issues involved in a prewar renovation, including how to make the best use of your apartment while navigating the layers of rules and technologies in prewars. At the beginning of every project, we discuss these items and others with our clients to make sure they have a complete understanding of what’s involved in the renovation process and the design opportunities that exist. This makes the renovation process a positive experience for everyone.

Renovating a Prewar NYC Apartment
Renovated Park Avenue kitchen.

To learn more about what’s involved in a New York prewar classic six renovation, read the full Brick Underground interview here.

Working with Bolster

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We are pleased to announce that we recently partnered with Bolster to provide design services to selected clients. Bolster is a digitally based general contractor who specializes in high-end residential renovations in New York City. From a carefully curated group of professionals, Bolster customizes teams for project-based work throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn. Bolster’s stringent criteria includes demonstrable technical expertise, professionalism, and ethics; professionals must undergo a series of interviews and past project reviews before they are approved for the “Bolster” studio. They have some very exciting ideas about how to make the business of home renovation more transparent to the homeowner. We’re enjoying working with them and have already seen how it can be the perfect fit for clients who are new to renovations. 

As part of their outreach we’ve been helping Bolster with their blogging efforts. If you’re starting to think about the design impacts of aging-in-place firm partner Michael Fasulo offers tips on how to renovate toward that goal. You can read his advice in Bolster’s recent article, “Six tips for renovating your NYC apartment—with an eye toward aging in place.”