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Brooklyn General Contractors Specializing In Home Renovation
Those looking for a reputable design-build firm in Brooklyn are in the right place. At Gallery, we offer similar services as a general contractor, but instead of only managing the construction, we handle every aspect of a home renovation from start to finish. We specialize in the many styles of residential renovations throughout BK, from high-rise luxury lofts to pre-war brownstones. If you need a full-scale gut renovation of an apartment, a combination of two single-room apartments, or anything in between, we have the expertise to bring your dream home to life.
Full-Service General Contractor Trusted Across New York City
Since striving to exceed the standards for Brooklyn home renovations is second nature, we’re quite proud to be a consistent recipient of awards in service and design. We are equally as proud of the reviews we've earned, thanks to our client-first approach, attention to detail and personal touch. Our full-service approach offers maximum value for your home renovation project in Brooklyn and your vision is preserved and enhanced with our expertise to create a home that’s equally gorgeous and functional.
What Is Design Build And Why Choose It For Your Brooklyn Renovation?
No matter the type of residential property you’re looking to renovate in Brooklyn, design-build allows clients to get exactly what they want, without the extra headaches that come with more fragmented methods that conventional renovation methods deliver.
More Streamlined Than Traditional General Contractors
While searching ‘Brooklyn general contractors’ may be the first route that comes to mind when renovating, this age-old path to your dream home is not always the straightest. Hiring a traditional design-bid-build general contractor usually requires additional design support you must source and manage yourself, plus complicated permit and approval work most homeowners are unfamiliar with. Read more via Design-Build Vs General Contractor: What’s The Difference?
More Control And Lower Cost Than Independent Architects
On the opposite end of the spectrum is an independent architect. Hiring an independent architect may result in more work for the client as this route can also become a burdensome partnership (think having to manage multiple parties between architect, contractors, etc). Furthermore, many clients report having little input when describing past experiences with independent architects in prior renovations. For example, common feedback from clients on prior experiences with independent architects is that it felt as if the architect acted in their own interests, resulting in clients paying exorbitant material costs for interior design that may not even suit their style. Plus, since independent architects outsource the construction, you’re often not seeing the full scope of costs until after designs are completed - which could take over six months in some circumstances. For more information, read What Kind Of Architect Is Best For Your NYC Apartment Renovation?
Design Build, The Ideal Contractor Type For Your Brooklyn Renovation
Working with a design-build renovation contractor in Brooklyn is the closest clients get to their initial expectations when renovating in NYC. From the rapport and custom-first approach to the cost and timeline, design-build renovations deliver a system that delivers clear-cut goals up front and executes every time. Benefits of design-build include:
- Streamlined Communication: Multiple relationships become one with design-build, making NYC renovations instantly easier for busy clients - who can now manage updates with one person instead of multiple.
- Welcomed Design Input: This two-way relationship also means clients can have as much or little design input as they prefer, building directly from their mood boards or partnering with their dedicated interior designer for a reinvigorated look fit for their BK surroundings.
- Faster Project Completion: Not only are there less middle-men for clients to deal with in design-build renovations, all needed components being under one roof means every party is working in tandem towards the same goal from day one. This leads to proactive solutions earlier in the process, faster permitting and approvals, quicker response times between parties in pivotal points of the renovation, and ultimately a shorter delivery time for clients. After all, in NYC, there’s no time to waste.
- Improved Risk Management: The design-build umbrella of services not only expedites the move-in date, but having all needed services working in tandem early on in the process results in proactive problem solving and less change orders mid-way through the renovation.
- Early Knowledge Of Costs: With all resources accounted for upfront, providing all-inclusive pricing for your full renovation is one of the most convenient benefits of design-build. This is especially beneficial considering most other methods of renovating in Brooklyn operate with staggered pricing, which can quickly become difficult to manage as the project proceeds.
Brooklyn Neighborhoods We Service
In Brooklyn, residential spaces are varied in style as the residents themselves. As the city’s premier all-inclusive design-build firm, gut renovation experts, and full-service general contractor, we serve all the major Brooklyn neighborhoods, including Park Slope, DUMBO, Carroll Gardens, Downtown Brooklyn, Clinton Hill, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, and Bed-Stuy.
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One of our clients actually has out-of-state residency, and was worried they would not be able to oversee their project’s progress, but our communication made the experience seamless:
“The Gallery team was extremely professional and transparent throughout the entire process. They sent us photos and offered Job Tracker software to show the apartment’s transformation. Someone from the team was always available to answer our questions and listen to our ideas. They were able to stay within the agreed budget and completed the project on time. We highly recommend Gallery to anyone considering a renovation.”
Brooklyn Renovation Types
Condo & Co-Op Renovation
Partnering with Gallery provides a dedicated team specializing in all aspects of condo and co-op renovations in NYC. Thanks to expertise that spans the city, keen attention to detail, and tactful rapport building, we streamline approvals from co-op boards and meet alteration agreements that impose rules around what is and isn’t allowed in terms of Brooklyn condo renovation and construction (IE: Plumbing restrictions, when work can be done, types of materials, types of construction method, etc).
Loft Renovation
As experts on loft renovation in New York City, we make the most of high-end, engaging spaces with historic charm and untouchable ceilings. We're committed to craftsmanship and impart each of our BK loft renovations with a blend of architectural and design know-how. At Gallery, value and customer satisfaction are the bottom line.
Brownstone & Townhome Renovation
Our years of experience as brownstone and townhouse renovation contractors throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn allow us to navigate the challenges of historic NYC homes and deliver the thoughtful craftsmanship needed to modernize your timeless space.
Pre-War Apartment Renovation
As experienced pre-war renovation contractors in New York City, Gallery KBNY helps our clients turn their pre-war palettes into masterpieces. We also know how much work is needed before each unveiling. Thanks to scattered ownership and inevitable decay, pre-war properties often require significant renovation before they can meet their full and pristine potential.
Apartment Combinations
With a sole focus on NYC properties, we’re quite well-versed in what it takes to combine apartments in Brooklyn – everything from how to approach the new layout and accounting for building codes to wet over dry restrictions and communicating with co-op boards. Whether you’re buying two units with intent to combine, or living in your current apartment and having availability open up next door and you’re looking to take advantage of the opportunity, we will not only drive your renovation, we’ll assist with all up-front logistics (there’s a lot).
Room Creation
A common scenario we get is Brooklynites looking to purchase an apartment with the intention to create an additional bedroom. By focusing on residential renovations throughout New York City, our expertise includes any unique room customization imaginable. Whether you’re in need of additional bedrooms, a room that can serve as an office or a study, or a laundry room to store your washer and dryer, we are experts in building new rooms in existing apartments.
Working With A Brooklyn General Contractor: Our Process
The full process for renovating in NYC can be intricate, but don’t let that deter you from manifesting your dream home. By partnering with a full-service design-build general contractor in New York City that manages every detail from start to finish, you can significantly reduce your personal workload while ensuring your design goals are met. Learn more about our entire renovation process below:
Our Process: Planning & SOW
Renovating an apartment in Brooklyn requires a strategic approach from the beginning, achieved by understanding the client's unique vision and financial parameters. This foundational understanding sets the stage for a comprehensive collaboration, where we work closely with clients to explore the practical possibilities of their renovation project, aiming for a mutually beneficial partnership.
- Phase 1 - Intro Phone Call: Before signing any contracts, our team will discuss your renovation goals and budget for your BK apartment.
- Phase 2 - Site Meeting: Following the initial consultation, we visit the site to evaluate the potential project with you.
- Phase 3 - Concept Design And Project Budget: If the project is feasible, our design team and architect will provide an initial concept design, which will guide the projected budget and timeline in our formal proposal.
If the design strategy and proposal are approved, we proceed with the pre-construction and interior design process.
Our Process: Pre-Construction & Formal Design
Before any work begins, our project managers survey the site and develop timelines for your Brooklyn apartment renovation according to your goals, while all structural changes are reviewed by the architect and incorporated into an updated blueprint.
As the plans are developed and awaiting approval, our designers work with you to bring your design vision to life, coordinating material selections with our procurement team.
- Phase 1 - Inspections, Diagnostic Testing & Risk Management: Even though many potential issues can be identified during initial walkthroughs, a more thorough inspection phase is necessary to ensure all internal elements are ready for renovation. This includes probing walls and consulting with specialized contractors.
- Phase 2 - Formal Design & Material Procurement: The most hands-on aspect of any interior renovation is finding the right materials for the chosen design style. That entails paint color, accent walls, flooring style, mouldings, fixtures, countertops, and more. As a full-service design-build firm in NYC, we take on the design, sourcing, and procurement of every permanent fixture needed for your full home renovation.
That overarching expertise also allows us to accommodate every architectural and interior design adjustment required, whether that’s tearing down a wall to open up your footprint or extending the back of your townhome for more square footage. We handle all architectural planning plus filings on your behalf via our award winning in-house design team and architects.
Once we have identified all site conditions, we finalize all details of the floor plan and present material selection options to choose from. This phase typically includes:
- Design meetings at our design studio and outside showrooms
- Receiving and inspection of all ordered finishes and fixtures
- Procurement of all selected finishes and fixtures
- Review of 2D and 3D lifelike renderings, plus review and approval of all material options and design plans. The following kitchen render is from one of our co-op renovations in Downtown Brooklyn. The following image is the completed kitchen.
Learn more about how our lifelike design renderings help clients visualize the proposed interior design plan for their Brooklyn apartment renovation.
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- Phase 3 - Building Submission: We must formally submit plans to ensure compliance with building codes and energy codes.
- Phase 4 - DOB Submission, Approval & Permits: Renovations in Brooklyn often require complicated approvals and permits. For co-op renovations, obtaining a tentative tax lot number from the Department of Finance is also necessary.
- Phase 5 - Production Calendar & Logistics: Once all plans are approved and designs finalized, we establish the production calendar and begin the renovation process.
Our Process: Production
Specializing in full home renovations, our projects in Brooklyn involve a detailed and complex production process. However, with proactive planning and the proper type of Brooklyn general contractor, the execution can be smooth and efficient. Here are the components of our production process at Gallery:
- Demolition Of Existing Structures
- Initial Inspections
- Framing & Rough Carpentry
- Electrical & Plumbing Work
- Delivery Of Finishes And Fixtures
- Finish Carpentry & Installation Of Finish Fixtures
- Final Inspections & Walk-Throughs
- Close Out Of Permits, Completion Letter, And Sign-Offs
Why Gallery As Your Brooklyn General Contractor?
First and foremost, we always have your best interests in mind, via a consultative and client-first philosophy with clients. Even as a design-build renovation contractor in Brooklyn with expertise in luxury apartment remodels and full home renovations, we still go out of our way to offer budgetary insights to suggest priorities wherever possible, helping clients find the middle ground between an AD-ready luxe look and staying within budget. How else can we help? Let’s find out.
Experience In All Styles Of Brooklyn Renovations
Whether you need a full gut renovation of a spacious industrial loft in Williamsburg or an apartment combination for your downtown luxury high-rise, we handle all types of residential renovations in Brooklyn. But, don’t take our word for it. View our full portfolio of before and after renovations.
Extensive Planning To Avoid Unexpected Costs/Delays
With a full-service team of design and construction professionals accustomed to the complexities of Brooklyn renovations, we make change orders and mid-project budget adjustments much less likely by our in-depth planning process.
Licensed Contractors In New York City
When renovating your Brooklyn apartment with Gallery, rest assured you’re in good hands. We are fully licensed with the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs and the New York City Department of Buildings. We also carry lead-safe and Occupational Safety and Health Administration certifications, as well as all other necessary certifications. Finally, we carry insurance that’s significantly higher than the required limits ($5 million in general liability, $1 million in workers’ compensation, and $3 million in auto).
Brooklyn Renovations Before And After
Although we have many BK renovations in our full portfolio, the following are a few of our favorites.
Brooklyn Brownstone Gut Renovation | Carroll Gardens
Brownstones as beautiful as those on President Street in Carroll Gardens rarely enter the market. When our client was able to purchase the landmarked beauty they grew up in, they not only jumped on the opportunity, they doubled down with a full gut brownstone renovation that reconfigured the space into a modern, more breathable home for raising their next generation. View the full renovation before and after.
Condo Renovation Downtown Brooklyn | 388 Bridge Street
For this condo renovation in downtown Brooklyn, we updated the space in various ways to accommodate our client's vision for their new home. As a young couple who hosts friends regularly, the focal point of the renovation was a total overhaul of the kitchen and dining room, while adding a brand-new bar to the mix. With such amazing views of the Manhattan skyline to accentuate, our aim was to create an ambiance that seamlessly blended convenience and personalization, while elevating the overall design with a more modern boho feel. View the full renovation before and after.
Helpful Brooklyn Renovation Articles
No matter what style of residential renovation in Brooklyn is required or how significant the job is, we've got educational content to help ease you into the renovation you've always imagined.
Why Choose Gallery As Your General Contractor In Brooklyn
If you work with Gallery, you can rest easy knowing we plan, design, and execute all of our Brooklyn renovations with client care front and center. To see why design-build is the best method for your NYC apartment renovation, explore more of our work, or contact us to see why our New York City apartment renovation and remodeling services are the most mindful choice when considering a residential renovation in Manhattan or Brooklyn.
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