What does it take to pull off a large-scale luxury renovation? In Episode 190 of Boroughs & Burbs, the hosts welcome four industry leaders to unpack the complexities behind high-end transformations:
Vincent DiSalvo – Founder of DiSalvo Contracting (disalvo.nyc), a firm renowned for historic preservation and complete premium home rebuilds across Manhattan and Long Island.Apple Podcasts+2Boroughs and Burbs+2Boroughs & Burbs+2
Matthew Berman – Founding Pri...
What does it take to pull off a large-scale luxury renovation? In Episode 190 of Boroughs & Burbs, the hosts welcome four industry leaders to unpack the complexities behind high-end transformations:
Vincent DiSalvo – Founder of DiSalvo Contracting (disalvo.nyc), a firm renowned for historic preservation and complete premium home rebuilds across Manhattan and Long Island.Apple Podcasts+2Boroughs and Burbs+2Boroughs & Burbs+2
Matthew Berman – Founding Principal of the NYC-based architecture and design firm Workshop/APD, known for layered, material-rich projects that balance modernity with context.Architectural DigestWorkshop/APD
Brian J. McCarthy – Award-winning interior designer and founder of Brian J. McCarthy, Inc., with a portfolio spanning globally recognized residences and membership in AD100 & Elle Decor A‑List.Brian J. McCarthy, Inc.Galerie Magazine
Lisa Ben-Isvy – Principal at LBI ConneXt (mentioned in the episode listing) providing project coordination and client-facing oversight for these renovation projects.Boroughs and Burbs
We explore project timelines, managing client expectations, contract coordination, structural complexity, and the artistry required to bring bold renovation visions to life. This episode is essential for developers, architects, designers, brokers, and anyone interested in the intersection of luxury design and construction.
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