"A new owner's renovations at the townhouse designed by Joseph and Mary Merz as their own residence appear unlikely to interfere with their vision. A sharp-eyed tipster noticed what appeared to be rooftop mockups for the Landmarks Preservation Commission happening at 48 Willow Place, the iconic modern townhouse designed by architects Mary and Joe Merz for their own residence. Also visible through a third-story window was what looked to be a gut renovation in progress."
"Luckily for mid century modern fans, that vision is likely to endure, DOB permits issued in April reveal. The new owner is reframing the roof and adding skylights to the upper story. Meanwhile, the openings on the lower levels, including the front door and its sidelights, are being replaced with exact replicas of original, per an LPC permit issued in July."
Renovations at 48 Willow Place are underway under a new owner, including rooftop reframing and added skylights on the upper story. Rooftop mockups for the Landmarks Preservation Commission were observed, and a third-story window revealed a gut renovation in progress. The Brooklyn Heights property changed hands twice after Joseph and Mary Merz passed away and received a sympathetic alteration in 2024 by architect Ian Starling to modernize living while preserving the original spirit. DOB permits issued in April authorize the roof work. LPC permits issued in July require lower-level openings, including the front door and sidelights, to be replaced with exact original replicas.
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