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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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NYC Neighborhood Spotlight: Our Favorite Midtown Renovations by Gallery KBNY
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NYC Neighborhood Spotlight: Our Favorite Midtown Renovations

Midtown Manhattan homes are modernizing to maximize value. See how our full-service design-build approach helped Midtown properties reach their potential.

7 Mins To Read

Renovating Pre-War And Post-War NYC Apartments: A Comparison by Gallery KBNY
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Renovating Pre-War And Post-War NYC Apartments: A Comparison

Buying a fixer-upper to renovate? Set clear expectations with this comparison of renovating pre-war and post-war apartments in New York City.

7 Mins To Read

Best Appliances For A Luxury Kitchen Renovation In NYC by Gallery KBNY
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Best Appliances For A Luxury Kitchen Renovation In NYC

Choosing appliances for a luxury kitchen renovation in NYC balances style, performance and innovation to create a space that is both functional and striking.

11 Mins To Read

The Homeowner's Guide to Renovation Methods: Contractors, Designers, Architects, and More by Gallery KBNY
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The Homeowner's Guide to Renovation Methods: Contractors, Designers, Architects, and More

A client guide to the roles of contractors, designers, design-build firms, and architects in an NYC renovation, and the types of projects each suits best.

10 Mins To Read

Gut Renovation vs. Other Renovation Types in NYC: Pros and Cons by Gallery KBNY
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Gut Renovation vs. Other Renovation Types in NYC: Pros and Cons

Renovating in NYC? A full gut renovation may suit your needs. This post weighs the pros, cons and alternatives of gut renovations in New York City.

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Why Custom HVAC Solutions Are Essential for Pre-War Renovations in New York City by Gallery KBNY
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Why Custom HVAC Solutions Are Essential for Pre-War Renovations in New York City

Learn why custom HVAC solutions are often needed amidst pre-war renovations in New York City.

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5 Factors Impacting The Cost of a Luxury Kitchen & Bathroom Renovation in NYC by Gallery KBNY
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5 Factors Impacting The Cost of a Luxury Kitchen & Bathroom Renovation in NYC

Luxury renovations may be ideal, but they don't come easy.

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24 Classic and Modern Interior Design Ideas To Inspire Your NYC Renovation by Gallery KBNY
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24 Classic and Modern Interior Design Ideas To Inspire Your NYC Renovation

Explore timeless style with 24 curated interior design ideas, from classic to contemporary, all inspired by actual NYC renovations.

12 Mins To Read

Interior Design Tips To Consider When Renovating Pre-War Apartments In NYC by Gallery KBNY
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Pre-War Renovation

Interior Design Tips To Consider When Renovating Pre-War Apartments In NYC

Revitalize your NYC pre-war apartment with considered tips that honor historic charm, add modern comfort, and preserve architectural elements.

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