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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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2026 planning ranges for NYC renovations
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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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Render To Reality: How Our Rendering Process Helps Clients Visualize Their NYC Renovation by Gallery KBNY
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Render To Reality: How Our Rendering Process Helps Clients Visualize Their NYC Renovation

See how lifelike renderings from the interior design phase of our full-service NYC renovations bring clarity and confidence before construction begins.

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Renovating In NYC? Do These 6 Things First To De-Risk Your Renovation by Gallery KBNY
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Renovating In NYC? Do These 6 Things First To De-Risk Your Renovation

Before overhauling your home, think about these keys to a streamlined and successful apartment renovation in NYC.

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What's The Difference Between An Interior Designer and Interior Decorator? by Gallery KBNY
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What's The Difference Between An Interior Designer and Interior Decorator?

Comparing and contrasting the two interior design professions and when each should be considered in the home renovation process.

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Custom Millwork Costs in NYC: What You Are Paying For and When Premium Pricing Is Justified by Gallery KBNY
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Custom Millwork Costs in NYC: What You Are Paying For and When Premium Pricing Is Justified

Few features feel as tailored and impactful as custom millwork, which makes understanding the costs that much more important.

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NYC Apartment Renovation Costs and Planning Considerations for 2026 by Gallery KBNY
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NYC Apartment Renovation Costs and Planning Considerations for 2026

Renovation costs in NYC are driven by your building (not your square footage), and our guide explains exactly why.

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NYC Neighborhood Spotlight: Our Favorite Upper West Side Renovations by Gallery KBNY
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NYC Neighborhood Spotlight: Our Favorite Upper West Side Renovations

Considering an Upper West Side renovation and weighing a design-build firm? See how our full-service approach shaped these choice UWS Manhattan properties.

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Gallery KBNY's condo renovation project in Manhattan.
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The Biggest Problems When Hiring a General Contractor in Manhattan

Reviewing common mistakes made when hiring a general contractor for Manhattan renovations, along with ways to avoid them altogether.

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How Do You Evaluate Whether A Renovation Firm Is Reputable In NYC? by Gallery KBNY
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How Do You Evaluate Whether A Renovation Firm Is Reputable In NYC?

A reputable NYC renovation firm shows co-op board and DOB fluency, itemized estimates, and completed built work. Review the 8 signals to verify first.

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What Makes Gallery KBNY Different From Other NYC Design-Build Firms?
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What Makes Gallery KBNY Different From Other NYC Design-Build Firms?

What makes Gallery KBNY different from other NYC design-build firms? Specialization, process, and partner-level involvement on every project.

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