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Bookmark or Share- New York City Brownstones - An Architectural HistoryThis article dives into New York City brownstones - their unique history, distinctive architectural features, significance in neighbourhood characterization, restoration efforts, and ultimately what it entails to inhabit one of these classic structures.
- What is a brownstone, and why do people love them? - HomeLightA brownstone is a townhouse or row house made of brick and — this is the crucial part — fronted with a brownstone facade. In New York City, brownstones can most frequently be found in Brooklyn and Manhattan. Brownstones are unique, says Eiden, who completes 36% more sales than the average New York agent.
- Brownstone Brooklyn: The Rise of the Brownstone in New YorkArchitecture. The Rise of the Brownstone in New York. What is brownstone, and why did 19th-century builders select it for townhouse facades in Manhattan and Brooklyn? A brownstone expert explains. Photo by Susan De Vries. by brownstoner. 01/31/2017 7 minute. Editor’s Note: This post has been updated, it originally ran in 2005.
- Brownstone - WikipediaBrownstone is a brown Triassic–Jurassic sandstone that was historically a popular building material. The term is also used in the United States and Canada to refer to a townhouse clad in this or any other aesthetically similar material.
- Brownstone Living: Pros, Cons, and Considerations | itsHomeA brownstone is a type of multistory home with a facade made of dark sandstone in a rich brown. Its signature color comes from a hematite iron ore. The stone is easy to cut, which allowed builders to create detailed and unique ornamentation that gives brownstones a look of grandeur.
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