Join Preservation Long Island for a special evening with the Brownstone Boys!
Date and Time: Saturday, January 10th, 6:30PM
Location: Preservation Long Island Exhibition Gallery (161 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor)
Free parking is available in the municipal lot on the opposite side of Main Street
Tickets: $20/Member, $25/Non-Member, $50 for ticket and book. Discounted book price with pre-order, will be available at full price ($37.50) at the event.
Join us for a special in-person evening with Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum—known widely as the Brownstone Boys—for an inspiring presentation, conversation, and book signing celebrating historic homes, modern living, and the art of thoughtful renovation.
The evening begins with a slide presentation highlighting the Brownstone Boys’ restoration work across Brooklyn, featuring striking before-and-after projects that showcase their signature approach: honoring the character of historic spaces while introducing clean, modern design for contemporary life. From their very first brownstone to complex renovations throughout the borough, Barry and Jordan share what they’ve learned about working with old buildings—their quirks, challenges, and undeniable charm.
A live Q&A will follow, drawing from their new book, For the Love of Renovating. Throughout the discussion, they will also reflect on what they love most about brownstones in particular—the craftsmanship, the layered histories, and the way these buildings continue to shape neighborhood identity.
This event also explores how authenticity, learning by doing, and respect for historic fabric have become central to their work and their brand. At a time when preservation must continue to evolve, the Brownstone Boys demonstrate how historic homes can remain relevant, livable, and exciting while still respecting the past.
The evening concludes with a book signing of For the Love of Renovating, with copies available for purchase.
Whether you’re a homeowner, preservationist, designer, or simply someone who loves old houses, this program offers inspiration and a fresh perspective on keeping historic spaces vibrant for the future.
Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum, known collectively as the Brownstone Boys, are a Brooklyn-based couple and award-winning interior designers, authors, and renovation/restoration experts. With a shared passion for breathing new life into historic homes, they specialize in creating spaces that honor architectural heritage while seamlessly integrating clean, modern design. The Brownstone Boys have worked with an impressive roster of private clients, including Kerry Washington, Peloton’s Anna Greenberg and HBO comic Wyatt Cenac. Their work has been featured in top publications including The New York Times, Architectural Digest, Domino, Real Simple, and Apartment Therapy, and they’ve appeared on HGTV and the Magnolia Network. In June 2024, they released their debut book, For The Love of Renovating, which offers an in-depth look at their renovation philosophy and process. For more information, visit www.thebrownstoneboys.com.
This event is generously sponsored by the Margaret Sullivan Fund.
