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Renovating In 1035 5th Ave: What To Know
About Renovating In This Building
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This is a well-maintained, professionally managed building with a strong staff that’s helpful during construction. Renovation-wise, the building has been welcoming with flexibility. We’ve seen a precedent for wet-over-dry expansions with proper waterproofing and engineering, central air has been approved (with some larger units already carrying 200-amp, three-phase service), and upgraded gas risers plus in-unit meters offer added flexibility when planning kitchen work.
1. Lengthy Approval Timelines
With approvals often taking 6–8 months, early planning is critical to avoid extended project delays.
2. Engineer-Driven Review Process
The building’s reviewing engineers are detail-oriented, which can require revisions and resubmissions if documentation isn’t airtight. Clear documentation and well-prepared submissions go a long way here.
3. Landmark Considerations
Because the building falls within a landmark district, any exterior-related work (such as windows) will likely require LPC approval in addition to board sign-off.
4. Large Apartment Scale
Many units are substantial in size, which naturally increases renovation duration, coordination complexity, and carrying costs
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Full Renovation Of Pre-War Co-Op | 4,000 Sq ft
This 4,000 square foot pre-war unit hadn't been updated in over 50 years when our client purchased. We were then brought on to complete a full design overhaul, which included adding a bathroom and powder room, reimagining the layout, and integrating original architectural elements throughout. The project gave us hands-on experience with the building's board process, structural constraints, and design opportunities specific to these classic Fifth Avenue floor-plans.
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We did an up/down apartment combo with Avi and his team and could not be happier. Their work was on time, on budget and very high quality. Having one firm handle everything was seamless and took so much of the stress surrounding logistics out of the process. We have done construction several times over the years and this was BY FAR the best experience we’ve had. Highly recommend. Our project manager, Miguel, was special.
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We loved working with Avi and the whole team at Gallery. From our very first meeting, we felt like we were in great hands. Avi is so responsive—always available, quick to come up with solutions, and he and his team helped us pivot whenever needed without losing momentum. Renovating in NYC is complicated, but they handled all the logistics seamlessly and made the process so much less stressful. They do everything—design, architectural work, and managing every detail and skilled trade needed for a full gut renovation of our loft apartment —so we never had to worry. They are in full control of their workers, which allows them to stay on track and adapt quickly. They were creative and helpful when we needed to pivot on design unexpectedly. We felt like we had true partners that genuinely cared about our project and our well being! The finished space truly exceeds our expectations—we are so proud of our beautiful new home. It’s hard to put into words how positive our experience was overall. We would not hesitate for a moment to recommend Avi and the entire team at Gallery. They will be our very first call if we ever need to renovate again in the future… and you should call right now if you’re considering a renovation!
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I'm very grateful to Alex from KBNY for his honest and realistic assessment of an estate apartment I was considering. He took the time to view the property and didn't sugarcoat the gut renovation, providing a clear picture of the costs and time involved. His upfront approach, knowing that it might risk losing my business, was invaluable informing my decision on whether or not to move forward with the purchase.
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