Lesson Learned: Stay grateful, and maintain your sense of humor

Find out how New York City real estate broker and Inman contributor Gerard Splendore provides exceptional client service while maintaining his sunny disposition. Continue reading

Welcome to the future: What real estate agents need to know about today’s kitchens and baths

Gerard Splendore’s series on kitchen and bath design concludes with a look at smart home solutions and the future of residential spaces. Continue reading

Circa 2010: What real estate agents need to know about kitchens and baths

Knowing these trends and being able to discuss them with buyers and sellers will give Realtors a distinct advantage. Suggesting modern features to sellers to add to their homes before listing existing properties will also give agents additional power. Continue reading

Circa 1990: Exploring kitchens and baths from ‘the age of beige’

Houses of this period, whether single-family or multifamily units, are hitting the market all across the country. Construction methods and materials, mechanical, windows and design features require updating and renovation to meet the needs of today’s b… Continue reading

Circa 1970: What to know about disco-era kitchens and baths

After the exuberance, freedom and color explosion of 1960s design and architectural styles, the 1970s were more subdued and reflected the political, economic and financial concerns of this decade. Continue reading

Circa 1960 kitchens and baths: What agents should know

Featuring an explosion of color, glamour and innovation, 1960s kitchens and baths offered style by the mile. Gerard Splendore shares the secrets of the era in his Circa series. Continue reading

Circa 1940: Kitchens and baths from the World War II era 

Understanding the development of housing styles, including kitchens and baths, is an advantage for today’s real estate agent. Gerard Splendore offers a look at the innovations and design detail of 1940s homes. Continue reading

Circa 1910: What you should know about kitchens and bathrooms from the late Edwardian era

The kitchens and bathrooms of 1910 were well planned and functional. Older houses will probably have been upgraded and remodeled, but the footprint of the original will still be in evidence. Continue reading

Circa 1900: Kitchens and baths from the Victorian Age

Although houses and their inhabitants have changed greatly over time, kitchens and bathrooms arguably show the most innovations and adaptations. In his new series, Gerard Splendore examines this evolution. Continue reading

Circa 2000: What agents need to know about aughties home styles

As homes continued to develop into the 21st century, there was a return to traditional aesthetics, updated with modern features and conveniences. Gerard Splendore’s Circa series continues with styles of the 2000s. Continue reading