Kitchens. Bathrooms. They’re usually the budget heavyweights—plumbing, tile work, pricey fixtures. In Park Slope, the building itself changes the math. Brownstones? Co-ops? You might be juggling DOB filings, even landmark restrictions. Bathrooms here often land between $18K and $32K—materials, labor, layout quirks, tricky access—it all adds up.

Spend where it matters. Tile, plumbing upgrades—sure. But if you can? Keep the layout. And partner with a contractor who’s quick with smart swaps when a fixture price spikes. Sometimes the difference is a choice you make in five minutes.

Start local. Ask for references from jobs right here. Check their insurance. Licensing. And make sure they’ve worked on older homes or co-ops before. Park Slope’s pre-war buildings come with their own rulebook—DOB filings, waterproofing codes—you want someone fluent in that language.

Permits. Building rules. Surprises hiding in the walls—old piping, ancient plaster. Then there’s size, complexity, the quality of fixtures, and just how much demolition you’re willing to see happen. Each choice writes a new number on your budget.

Browse remodels that blend historic detail with fresh materials. Think bold finishes softened by neutrals. Streamlined lines. Space-saving layouts that still respect Brooklyn’s classic footprints. Inspiration lives in the contrast.