

Music fans in the know have surely heard of The Hit Factory, a legendary NYC recording studio that hosted everyone from John Lennon and Bruce Springsteen to LL Cool J and Nas. Paul Simon actually recorded Graceland there. Well, in 2005 the music ended and this Broadway studio was converted into luxury condos. One of those was recently purchased by a young family, who favored Gallery’s full-service design-build approach when driving the complexities of their NYC condo renovation.
The bulk of our complete condo renovation focused on their kitchen, which required tearing down walls that closed-in the room to open up the space for a modern, practical design. Between the splashes of walnut cabinetry and cool gray quartz countertops from Cambria, the condo kitchen remodel was able to create a functional flow that makes the whole space more accessible. The custom millwork adds a traditional design touch with open-air storage, helping transition from the kitchen to the living space.


Although the fireplace naturally stood out, our clients’ goal was to make it the condo's proper focal point. To accomplish this, we brought in large porcelain platform tiles, delivering a textured metallic style that’s both modern and accessible. However, the eye-catching look didn’t come easily, as the complexity of the fine material required us to cut all pieces perfectly to size off-site, then bring them in via elevator - which wasn’t always reliable. The result is a stunning centerpiece that fortified their contemporary design goal.
Considering a condo or co-op renovation in NYC? Find timely inspiration for your upcoming condo renovation via our recent blog, Condo Renovation Ideas 2026. View our portfolio of co-op & condo renovation before and afters, learn more about Gallery, or simply contact us today.
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For a full apartment of about 1,700 square feet, construction typically runs five to six months. Design, board approval, and permitting come first and usually take four to six months, so most full renovations move from first consultation to move-in in 10 to 12 months. Scope, building rules, and how much infrastructure is being replaced set where a project falls in that range.
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The construction portion of a full kitchen renovation typically takes 7 to 11 weeks. Door to door, the timeline depends mostly on the building: about 10 to 14 weeks in a private townhouse, 14 to 20 weeks in a condo, 16 to 24 weeks in a post-war co-op, and 20 to 30 weeks in a pre-war co-op, where board and engineering review take longer. Gallery KBNY orders custom cabinetry, stone, and long-lead appliances during design and approvals, so materials arrive ready for the build.
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The construction portion of a bathroom renovation typically takes three to four weeks. Gallery KBNY renovates bathrooms as part of larger interior renovations, so bathroom work is sequenced alongside the rest of the apartment within the overall project schedule.
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Board review and execution of the alteration agreement typically take 6 to 10 weeks in a post-war co-op and 8 to 14 weeks in a pre-war co-op, where asbestos filings, electrical load letters, and engineering review add steps. DOB permits usually run at the same time. A complete package with full technical drawings and specifications tends to clear the building's reviewing architect in one or two rounds, which keeps the approval phase on schedule.
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