March 10th 2017
New York Times
Prewar charm in New York City is defined by original details like crown moldings, built-in bookshelves, coffered ceilings and fireplaces, some more decorative than others. But driven by design trends and the need for more space, some apartment buyers are doing what some would consider unthinkable: tearing out traditional finishes.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/10/realestate/prewar-is-so-last-year.html?smid=fb-share