INTERIOR DESIGN In Manhattan

Have you recently purchased an apartment or townhouse in Manhattan with intentions of turning it into your dream home? Is your current home in need of a modern touch? At Gallery, our NYC interior design expertise comes built into our full-service design-build renovation approach, which covers everything from space planning, interior design, and material sourcing to board and DOB approval approvals and build.

Full-Service Interior Design Trusted Across Manhattan

About Gallery KBNY

Gallery KBNY is an award-winning, full-service design-build firm specializing in the architecture, interior design, and renovation of apartments, co-ops, condominiums, townhomes, and lofts across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Our integrated team of architects, designers, contractors, and project managers — with a founding partner involved in every project — manages every phase from board approvals and DOB permitting through design and construction. Because architecture, design, permitting, and construction are coordinated under one roof, the process remains streamlined, accountable, and transparent from start to finish. Our work has been recognized by Forbes, The New York Times, Architectural Digest, and Inc., and we have received Houzz Best of Design & Service seven consecutive years, along with 100+ five-star client reviews.

10 to 16 Months
Consultation to move-in
$450 to $650/sq ft
Upper mid-tier to luxury
100+ Five-Star Reviews
Across Manhattan & Northern Brooklyn
Featured In
The New York Times & Architectural Digest

Since striving to exceed the standards for Manhattan interior design is second nature, we’re proud to be a consistent recipient of the community awards in design and service. We are equally as proud of the reviews our clients have given us, thanks to our client-first approach, attention to detail and personal touch. Homeowners won’t find anyone better suited to handle an interior renovation project in Manhattan, whether the home is a co-op or condo, brownstone or townhome, or loft. The vision of our clients is preserved and enhanced with our expertise, creating a home that is as gorgeous as it is comfortable and functional.

Designing To The Neighborhood How Manhattan's Housing Stock Shapes Interior Design Manhattan holds a century and a half of residential architecture within a few square miles. This is how our designers read the housing stock in the corridors where we work most.
Fifth Avenue, Park Avenue & Central Park West Park-front pre-war co-ops from the great 1910s and 1920s architects.
The Housing Stock Formal plans with gallery entries, like our full renovation at 1035 Fifth Avenue High ceilings, plaster detail, and rooms proportioned to park views Design Implications Marble, millwork, and hardware chosen to hold their own against original fabric White-glove board standards shape material logistics and construction scheduling
Tribeca & SoHo Cast-iron and warehouse conversions where the structure is the style.
The Housing Stock Full-floor lofts with columns, exposed brick, and deep floor plates, like our penthouse work at 73 Worth Street Landmarked cast-iron facades over open modern interiors Design Implications Room-making within open volume: partial-height walls, millwork dividers, sightline planning Bringing daylight to the center of deep plans through layout and reflective finishes
Chelsea & Flatiron Condo conversions of grand commercial buildings alongside classic co-ops.
The Housing Stock Converted department stores and warehouses, like The Chelsea Mercantile at 252 Seventh Avenue Generous ceiling heights and oversized windows from the buildings' commercial past Design Implications Kitchens designed as the centerpiece of open entertaining plans Condo alteration rules leave more design latitude than co-op counterparts
East Side & West Side Post-War Corridors White-brick co-ops and towers from the 1950s through 1970s, from Yorkville to Lincoln Square.
The Housing Stock Efficient plans with compact galley kitchens, like our renovation at 55 East End Avenue Concrete slab construction with lower ceilings and dropped beams Design Implications Opening kitchens to living space delivers the biggest transformation per square foot Lighting design compensates for slab ceilings that rule out conventional recessed layouts
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A Question Every Client Asks What Can Still Change Once A Manhattan Renovation Begins Every design decision has a point where it commits: to a filing, a fabrication order, or a wall that has closed. Our renders exist so the big commitments are settled with confidence, while the finishing decisions stay open as long as possible.
Stays Flexible Longest Commits Earliest
Paint, Wallcovering & Accessories Renders preview options; final calls can wait for real light in the finished rooms Late In Construction
Hardware & Decorative Fixtures Swappable until installation, provided electrical boxes and blocking are placed Mid Construction
Tile & Flooring Selections Open until orders ship; imported and handmade lines commit sooner At Material Order
Stone, Cabinetry & Millwork Committed once slabs are cut and shop drawings are approved At Fabrication
Layout, Plumbing & Electrical Locations Fixed by the filed drawings the board and DOB approved At Filing & Approval
Changes to filed scope remain possible through amended drawings and board notice, though they carry schedule and cost consequences. Our lifelike renders are designed to surface every preference before the committed decisions are made, which is why late changes at Gallery tend to be the enjoyable kind: a paint shade, a knob, a sconce.

The Benefits Of Working With A Design-Build Firm For Interior Design


Congruent Aesthetics From Architecture To Final Touches

Design is in the detail and that is why our interior designers also help manage our renovations, drafting project blueprints to the exact specifications required to meet the plan mapped out upon initial consultation. Not only do our blueprints account for the finer details, our corresponding 3D design renders provide such a realistic representation of the remodel many clients think they’re real.

Never Design Or Renovate In A Vacuum

By focusing on full interior renovations of various styles of apartments, condos, brownstones and more, we understand the importance of ensuring there is a design symmetry that coexists throughout the home - especially in Manhattan. Even if we're renovating one or two rooms, our goal is to ensure a seamless blend with all other room aesthetics, so the interior design flows just right.

Full-Service Design & Installation

As with kitchens, we have a great deal of experience in bathroom renovations. Our thorough understanding of wet over dry restrictions and plumbing stacks gives us the needed expertise to best navigate kitchen and bathroom renovations in Manhattan buildings.

Built-In Architectural Services and Expediting

The accomplices to our interior designers are our in-house architects. With design direction from the designer and client, they meticulously plan and draft detailed architectural drawings tailored to project needs, unique building codes, and specific challenges posed during inspections. From spatial planning to construction documentation, they ensure your designs are not only beautiful but also feasible and code-compliant. Read more on our architectural services and see how our fully-integrated architecture services differentiate from independent architects, who often prioritize their own design, leading to hidden costs and unsettled timelines. For more information on how our full-service approach separates itself from traditional ways of renovating, read What Kind Of Architect Is Best For Your NYC Apartment Renovation?

More Streamlined Than Traditional General Contractors

While searching ‘Manhattan general contractors’ may be the first route that comes to mind when renovating in NYC, 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. At Gallery, our full-service design-build process includes every aspect of your renovation. Read more via What Type Of Contractor Do You Need For An Apartment Renovation In NYC?

The Gallery KBNY Interior Design Process

Have immaculate design ideas, but managing a multi-tier renovation project of your long-time Manhattan apartment feels like a bit much? Have zero design expertise, but know a more modern touch is needed to the Manhattan loft you just purchased? No matter the circumstance, our team of interior designers are here to help guide your project to success. Let’s review the steps to our interior design process.

STEP 1: Interior Design Planning

Design encompasses everything from the actual layout of the floor plan to the more decorative elements that fall under traditional interior design. As an all-inclusive design-build firm for Manhattan renovations our specific expertise is in catering to every single design element of an interior renovation. If you want a better traffic pattern in your kitchen, a specific bathroom tile type, or to turn an unused closet into a washer/dryer room, we can make that happen.

At the front of every renovation, our interior designer works with the client to identify all the finer points of their renovation, understanding where the design priorities are and helping guide their vision to success with as much or little feedback as needed to achieve the most cohesive and functional home design possible.

STEP 2: Materials Selection & Procurement

The most hands-on aspect of any home renovation is finding materials to bring your chosen interior design style to life. That entails paint color, accent walls, flooring style, mouldings, fixtures, countertops, and more. As a full-service design-build firm we take on the design, sourcing, and procurement of every permanent fixture in your home.

Plus, Gallery is brand-agnostic and vendor-agnostic, meaning we’re not limited in any way with our material selections. Some firms or contractors sell their own materials or have relationships with particular vendors, but our commitment is to our clients. We’ll procure from any vendor, whether international or local. This quality makes our ability to design for both taste and budget fairly flexible.

STEP 3: Lifelike Design Renders

After materials have been sourced, we create life-like digital renderings of the renovated kitchen and bathrooms. This includes every aspect of the design, from flooring to fixtures, even showing how renovated rooms will look under different lighting settings. These high-end renderings provide a visual accompaniment to the blueprint that guides construction and helps clients tweak final design decisions like paint color or fixture height. This kitchen render is from our Manhattan condo renovation at The Chelsea Mercantile on 252 Seventh Ave. See the completed kitchen directly below.

Learn more about how our lifelike design renderings help clients visualize the proposed interior design plan for their Manhattan apartment renovation.

STEP 4: Interior Design Installation

When the interior designer and contractor come from different companies, there’s an added element of uncertainty when finalizing a renovation. Once construction is started, the interior designer’s job is typically done and the design and blueprints are in the hands of the contractor. Not with Gallery. Our dedicated design specialist manages the entire process from start to finish, ensuring the design exceeds expectations and is seamless from room to room.

The First Question Any Designer Asks How Building Era Shapes A Manhattan Interior Pre-war, post-war, or new development: the era of the building decides much of the design conversation before it starts. Here is what each era hands the designer, and the moves that reward it.
Pre-War Before 1945
Post-War 1945 to 1990
New Development 1990 to Today
Ceilings & Walls
Nine-foot-plus ceilings, solid plaster walls, and beams worth celebrating or concealing with intent.
Concrete slab ceilings around eight feet, with dropped beams that shape lighting plans.
Floor-to-ceiling glass and drywall partitions that move with relative ease.
Kitchens
Originally separate service kitchens; opening them to living space is the signature move, board permitting.
Compact galley kitchens where removing a single wall transforms the entire plan.
Open plans from day one; the design work is elevating builder-grade finishes to the owner's standard.
Systems & Comfort
Steam radiators and window units give way to concealed ducted cooling where the building allows.
Through-wall units and convectors; enclosures and millwork integrate them into the design.
Central climate systems already in place; design attention goes to controls, shades, and lighting scenes.
Character & Detail
Moldings, herringbone floors, and mantels set a language new work must speak fluently.
A neutral shell; character is introduced entirely through the design itself.
Views and light are the character; interiors are composed to frame rather than compete with them.
Where Design Delivers Most
Restoration paired with modern function, as in our 1035 Fifth Avenue renovation.
Full reinvention of dated plans, as in our 55 East End Avenue co-op renovation.
Customization that separates the home from the identical unit two floors up.
Era boundaries are the market's shorthand rather than strict architectural categories; individual buildings vary. Our designers and in-house architects assess each building's actual construction during the first walk-through.

Manhattan Renovations
Before And After

Although we have many Manhattan renovations in our full portfolio, the following are a few that display some of our favorite interior design work. 

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Upper East Side Co-Op Renovation | 55 East End Ave

We’re getting rave reviews of this co-op renovation on the Upper East Side. Located at Riverview South, a few blocks from Gracie Mansion, this two bedroom, two bathroom was a dated post-war home that hadn't been renovated for years. That’s when the client, a facial surgeon living with his dog, brought Gallery into the equation. Our full-service approach allowed us to hone in on his design objectives, execute the architectural plans accordingly and then work together to materialize the construction of his dream home. View the full Manhattan renovation before and after. 

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Full Renovation Of Pre-War Co-Op In Manhattan | 1035 5th Avenue

Our recent renovation at 1035 5th Avenue placed us in the heart of Manhattan. This stunning Italian Renaissance Palazzo co-op, located on Fifth and 85th street near The Met, overlooks Central Park. When our client purchased this 4,000 square foot pre-war property, it hadn't been updated in over 50 years. The renovation involved a complete design overhaul, incorporating prior architectural elements and elegant marble accents, while also creating an additional bathroom and powder room. The results speak for themselves, and the client's glowing praise for our full-service approach was especially gratifying. View the full Upper East Side renovation before and after and view the testimonial from our client Jennifer, below. 

Helpful NYC Interior Design & Renovation Articles

No matter what style of residential renovation in Manhattan is required or how significant the job is, we've got educational content to help ease you into the renovation you've always imagined.

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Why Choose Gallery As Your
Interior Designer In Manhattan

As a team of designers and builders born and raised in New York City, we take pride in helping Manhattan stay immaculate, by creating elegant homes our clients can be proud of. 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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Pre-Purchase Renovation Assessment

Evaluate Your Manhattan Apartment
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Gallery KBNY is an award-winning, full-service design-build firm specializing in the architecture, design, and renovation of apartments, co-ops, condos, townhomes, and lofts across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Our in-house team — with a founding partner involved in every project — manages every phase from board approvals through construction. No outsourcing, no handoffs, no gaps in accountability.

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We conduct pre-purchase renovation assessments for buyers during the contract period. Walk the apartment with us before you commit — understand the full scope, cost, and timeline before closing.

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