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Design insight and education on cost, timelines, board approvals, and pre-war renovation across Manhattan and Brooklyn.

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AD Italia Features Our Williamsburg Loft Renovation With Nicholas Obeid — Gallery KBNY
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AD Italia Features Our Williamsburg Loft Renovation With Nicholas Obeid

Our Williamsburg loft with interior designer Nicholas Obeid is featured in Architectural Digest Italia. See the feature and our role in bringing it to life.

October 22, 2026
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How Much Can You Expand a NYC Townhouse? Understanding FAR & Zoning

How FAR, zoning and building codes set the limits on building up, out or down on a Manhattan or Brooklyn townhouse.

October 21, 2026
Rendering of staircase and kitchen from vertical combination in Manhattan by Gallery KBNY deign build firm.
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Designing The Focal Point Of A Vertical Apartment Combination At 505 W 43rd St.

Combining two stacked apartments at 505 W 43rd St. in Hell's Kitchen starts with a staircase. Explore the renderings, material choices, and stair walkthrough.

October 9, 2026
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Built-in mudroom cabinetry with coat hooks, bench and brass pulls beside a sage entry door at 119 West 82nd Street townhouse by Gallery KBNY
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Why Do Clients Who Already Have an Architect Call a Design-Build Firm?

Why do NYC owners who already have architects turn to Gallery KBNY? See how budget gaps, buildability, value engineering, and pre-war conditions play in.

September 30, 2026
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Walnut-veneer kitchen with marble slab backsplash, integrated hood and brass pulls at 119 West 82nd Street townhouse by Gallery KBNY
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Evergreen Design Is Driven By Life, Not Social Media Trends

Why lasting NYC apartment design starts with how you cook, entertain and raise a family. Gallery KBNY's design-build team on homes that outlast trend cycles.

September 29, 2026
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Flooring and marble fireplace from Upper West Side Co-Op Renovation at 119 West 82nd Street by Gallery KBNY
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Why NYC Renovation Budgets Don’t Stop At 30% Of Purchase Price

The 30% rule ties renovation budget to purchase price, overlooking the value gap between an apartment as bought and as renovated, the stronger benchmark.

September 17, 2026
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Interior from Gallery KBNY's Tribeca loft renovation at 335 Greenwich Street.

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From Blueprint to Build: How Effective Project Management Streamlines NYC Renovations

Purchasing An Apartment In NYC and Looking to Renovate? Here's What You Need To Know by Gallery KBNY

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Purchasing An Apartment In NYC and Looking to Renovate? Here's What You Need To Know

The NYC Kitchen Accessories Guide: Smarter Storage, Sleeker Design by Gallery KBNY

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The NYC Kitchen Accessories Guide: Smarter Storage, Sleeker Design

What Type Of Contractor Do You Need For An Apartment Renovation In NYC? by Gallery KBNY

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What Type Of Contractor Do You Need For An Apartment Renovation In NYC?

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Why Your Renovation Proposals Don’t Match And How We Deliver 70%+ Of Projects Without Change Orders by Gallery KBNY
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Why Your Renovation Proposals Don’t Match And How We Deliver 70%+ Of Projects Without Change Orders

Three proposals for one apartment sit $200K apart. See why, and how Gallery's pre-construction system delivers 70%+ of projects without a single change order.

21 Mins To Read

Why So Much Renovation Advice Online Sounds Exactly the Same by Gallery KBNY
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Why So Much Renovation Advice Online Sounds Exactly the Same

AI-generated content is flooding the renovation industry. See what it misses, why that matters, and how to tell real expertise from manufactured authority.

12 Mins To Read

Unshackling Your NYC Renovation: Are Outdated Real Estate Beliefs Holding You Back? by Gallery KBNY
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Unshackling Your NYC Renovation: Are Outdated Real Estate Beliefs Holding You Back?

Challenging traditional renovation beliefs, emphasizing personalization and modern design-build methods to create purposeful living spaces in NYC.

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Remodeling Your Kitchen? Know What You’re Paying For by Gallery KBNY
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Remodeling Your Kitchen? Know What You’re Paying For

Our 2026 NYC kitchen remodel cost guide breaks pricing down by kitchen size, finish tier, and the specific line items that move the budget most.

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Vertical Apartment Combinations In NYC: Everything You Need To Know by Gallery KBNY
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Vertical Apartment Combinations In NYC: Everything You Need To Know

Considering a vertical apartment combination in NYC? Explore the lifestyle benefits, structural steps, and why expert planning matters.

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How Much Does It Cost To Hire A General Contractor In Manhattan? by Gallery KBNY
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How Much Does It Cost To Hire A General Contractor In Manhattan?

More goes into the costs of a general contractor in Manhattan than one might think.

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Cost Of Remodeling A Two Bedroom Apartment In Manhattan by Gallery KBNY
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Cost Of Remodeling A Two Bedroom Apartment In Manhattan

Whether you're buying a two bedroom apartment in Manhattan with plans to renovate or remodeling your current NYC home, we're here to help you budget properly.

7 Mins To Read

Buying A Manhattan Apartment That Needs Work: Everything You Need To Know Before You Close by Gallery KBNY
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Buying A Manhattan Apartment That Needs Work: Everything You Need To Know Before You Close

A practical guide to evaluating, budgeting, and planning a renovation for a Manhattan apartment purchase. From pre-war pitfalls to co-op board timelines.

7 Mins To Read

Will An Architect Have Your Best Interests In Mind? by Gallery KBNY
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Will An Architect Have Your Best Interests In Mind?

Compare an independent architect with a full-service design-build firm for NYC homeowners, including the costs, control, and coordination in your renovation.

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