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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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Living area at 61 West 9th Street, a Greenwich Village pre-war co-op renovation by Gallery KBNY
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Best Manhattan Apartment Renovation Contractors, Design-Build Firms & Architects (2026 Guide)

Choosing a Manhattan renovation firm? What to look for before you hire.

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Aiming For A Summer Renovation? Here’s The Best Time To Hire A Contractor by Gallery KBNY
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Aiming For A Summer Renovation? Here’s The Best Time To Hire A Contractor

Don't underestimate proper planning when aiming for a summer renovation.

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Interior at 61 West 9th Street, a Greenwich Village pre-war co-op renovation by Gallery KBNY
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Buying a Manhattan Apartment That Needs Renovation? Read This First

Before buying a Manhattan co-op or condo that needs work, evaluate renovation cost, timeline, and feasibility with a firm that has renovated hundreds.

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Interior at 801 West End Avenue, an Upper West Side pre-war co-op renovation by Gallery KBNY
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What They Don't Tell You About Asbestos When Renovating a Pre-War Co-Op in NYC

Read as we reveal the hidden asbestos realities behind pre-war co-op walls - and the proactive planning process that keeps renovations on schedule.

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NYC Neighborhood Spotlight: Our Favorite Greenwich Village Renovations by Gallery KBNY
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NYC Neighborhood Spotlight: Our Favorite Greenwich Village Renovations

Renowned for rich history and artistic appeal, Greenwich Village rewards well-used residential canvases. See how our design-build approach unlocked its homes.

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The Ultimate NYC Apartment Renovation Checklist: A Room-by-Room Guide by Gallery KBNY
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The Ultimate NYC Apartment Renovation Checklist: A Room-by-Room Guide

A renovation in New York City is only strong as the renovation plan.

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How Much Does a Gut Renovation Cost in a Manhattan Co-Op? (2026 Guide) by Gallery KBNY
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How Much Does a Gut Renovation Cost in a Manhattan Co-Op? (2026 Guide)

What does a gut renovation cost in a Manhattan co-op? Gallery KBNY breaks down 2026 pricing from $450 to $650+ per sq ft, board fees and timelines.

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How Much Does a Loft Renovation Cost in Tribeca? (2026 Guide) by Gallery KBNY
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How Much Does a Loft Renovation Cost in Tribeca? (2026 Guide)

Industrial bones meet modern living. See what a Tribeca loft renovation costs in 2026, from HVAC retrofits and plumbing routing to millwork and approvals.

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10 Questions To Ask A NYC General Contractor Before Hiring by Gallery KBNY
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10 Questions To Ask A NYC General Contractor Before Hiring

These are the most important questions to ask when hiring a contractor for your upcoming New York City apartment renovation.

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