Hattie Kolp, a 33-year-old influencer, has documented her transformation of her childhood home in Manhattan into a modern space while preserving historical elements. After taking over the lease of her family's rent-stabilized apartment, she embarked on a thorough remodel, drawing inspiration from social media for her DIY projects. During the pandemic, she opened up walls and revitalized the space, enhancing its original features while adding contemporary touches. Kolp's journey resonates with others seeking creative ways to update historic homes amidst rising rental costs in New York City.
"I don't think there's a surface in this entire apartment that I haven't touched," she said in a video on YouTube.
Hattie Kolp transformed her childhood home, making significant updates while retaining pre-World War I features, with inspiration from social media for her DIY projects.
After her parents' move, Kolp seized the opportunity to take over their rent-stabilized lease, and the potential of her 1,300 square foot apartment became her canvas.
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