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December 4, 2023 Blog, Throwback Thursday

The Henry Norman Hotel

This week’s edition of “Throwback Thursday” on Facebook highlighted 233 Norman Avene, Brooklyn; The Henry Norman Hotel. This 4-story building was built in 1931 with 58 units. This tired building was completely revamped in 2013. The plans were in the works since 2006 and they were being altered and changed until they finally were approved by..

November 27, 2023 Blog, Throwback Thursday

301 Stagg Street in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn

This week’s “Throwback Thursday” highlighted 301 Stagg Street. This building in Williamsburg was built in 1920. It has 2 stories and 1 unit. It was made of brick and had not been made over in many years. There is no exciting story to accompany this project. This building was refurbished 301 Stagg Street in East..

November 20, 2023 Blog, Throwback Thursday

535 Grand Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY

This week’s Throwback Thursday highlighted the property located at 535 Grand Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY. This job was another build-up. Originally built in 1920 with 3 stories consisting of 2 units, it was ultimately transformed into a 6-floor building with 10 units. The building was originally used as a dry goods store in operation..

November 6, 2023 Blog, Throwback Thursday

The Clermont Armory 167 Clermont Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11205

Today’s Throwback Thursday highlights the Clermont Armory located at 171 Clermont Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. The Clermont is Brooklyn’s oldest standing armory building. It was built for the 23rd Regiment founded in 1861 during the Civil War. They were an offshoot of the 13th Regiment headquartered on Flatbush Avenue and broke off to become..

October 23, 2023 Blog, Throwback Thursday

“The Bridges” at Vinegar Hill in Brooklyn, New York.

Today’s “Throwback Thursday” highlights a magnificent six-story condominium with 37 units, originally built in 1920, located in a part of Brooklyn known as Vinegar Hill. “The Bridges” Condominium was built and converted in 2002. The exterior of the original building was preserved and the fifth and sixth floors were added to create the existing condominium..