Brownstone Boys to Launch Renovation Sessions in Brooklyn
Brooklyn homeowners can join new quarterly sessions to learn how to manage renovation budgets and contractor timelines.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Home Renovation
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Design duo the Brownstone Boys are set to launch a new quarterly educational series titled Studio Sessions on October 24, 2026. This initiative will offer Brooklyn homeowners practical advice on managing renovation budgets, timelines, and contractor relationships through both in-person and live-streamed sessions.
Why it matters
Renovating a historic property often presents complex logistical and financial challenges that can overwhelm first-time owners. These sessions aim to demystify the renovation process for local residents by sharing insights gained from the designers' experience completing more than 30 renovation projects.
The Brownstone Boys have completed more than 30 renovation projects and currently operate their studio out of a renovated 1890s carriage house in Clinton Hill. The new quarterly series will continue throughout 2027, coinciding with an upcoming product collection launch with il Buco Vita.
The players
Barry Bordelon
A Brooklyn-based designer who operates a studio in a renovated 1890s carriage house and specializes in historic renovation projects.
Jordan Slocum
A design studio partner known for documenting the renovation of historic properties and authoring books on home design.
TileBar
A design brand and supplier of tile and stone products currently collaborating with the Brownstone Boys.
il Buco Vita
A luxury home goods brand partnering with the design duo on a new collection scheduled for release in 2027.
The details
Studio Sessions provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Renovation 101 topics that define the designers' work. Each session covers the mechanics of navigating contractor partnerships, establishing realistic project budgets, and managing timelines for historic home repairs. Residents can engage with this curriculum either by attending in person at the Clinton Hill studio or by tuning into the live stream broadcast via YouTube.
Timeline
October 24, 2026: The first Studio Session event launches.
2027: Ongoing quarterly Studio Sessions and new product line releases are scheduled to occur.
The Home Front
This development reflects a broader shift among design professionals who are increasingly leveraging digital platforms to provide project management education directly to homeowners. It follows a growing trend of practitioners moving beyond traditional portfolio work to offer advisory-style resources for local renovation projects.
Brooklyn homeowners planning a renovation should monitor the designers' social media and website for upcoming registration details regarding the in-person workshops. If you cannot attend in person, consider subscribing to their YouTube channel to participate in the live-streamed sessions.
The takeaway
Understanding the core logistics of a renovation is the most effective way to avoid common pitfalls in historic property management. Keep these educational resources in mind when planning your own 2027 home improvement projects.
Further reading
For more tips on navigating local property updates, see the Home Renovation section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by SURFACE.
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