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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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NYC Renovation Costs

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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Identifying and Accentuating Pre-War Apartment Details with Interior Design by Gallery KBNY
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Identifying and Accentuating Pre-War Apartment Details with Interior Design

Before overhauling your pre-war apartment, consider the following nuances of these cherished NYC relics.

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Apartment Renovation Laws in Manhattan by Gallery KBNY
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Apartment Renovation Laws in Manhattan

Understand Manhattan renovation red tape: permit types, testing required before move-in, and requirements for apartment combinations and gut renovations.

8 Mins To Read

Kitchen Renovation Ideas for NYC Homes by Gallery KBNY
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Kitchen Renovation

Kitchen Renovation Ideas for NYC Homes

Inspiration for NYC kitchen renovations that merge architecture, craftsmanship, and modern luxury.

9 Mins To Read

How To Plan The Most Efficient Kitchen Layout For Your NYC Renovation by Gallery KBNY
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Kitchen Renovation

How To Plan The Most Efficient Kitchen Layout For Your NYC Renovation

Plan an efficient NYC kitchen layout that suits your real space, building rules, and daily routine, with expert design-build guidance from Gallery KBNY.

10 Mins To Read

Exterior street view of a NYC apartment building with newly replaced windows, from a Gallery KBNY renovation.
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Ins & Outs Of Window Replacement For NYC Apartment Renovations

Explore the ins and outs of NYC window replacements, with insights on methods, regulations, and installation tips to simplify this complex process.

7 Mins To Read

Home Remodeling Glossary: Key Design & Architecture Terms by Gallery KBNY
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Home Remodeling Glossary: Key Design & Architecture Terms

What's the difference between modern, minimalist & mid-century modern? Gallery KBNY breaks down the meaning of the top design and architecture terms.

5 Mins To Read

Custom Layout Design For NYC Apartments: Maximizing Aesthetic And Function by Gallery KBNY
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Planning Your NYC Renovation

Custom Layout Design For NYC Apartments: Maximizing Aesthetic And Function

Custom NYC apartment layout design can transform cramped pre-war co-ops and post-war condos into functional, modern homes that reflect how you actually live.

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Best Time To Renovate? 8 Factors To Consider When Planning A Renovation In NYC by Gallery KBNY
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Best Time To Renovate? 8 Factors To Consider When Planning A Renovation In NYC

Time your NYC renovation properly with these eight key considerations.

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30 Essential Tips for Navigating an NYC Renovation by Gallery KBNY
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30 Essential Tips for Navigating an NYC Renovation

Explore 30 expert tips for planning and managing NYC apartment renovations, with insights on design, budgeting, and approvals from real design-build pros.

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