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466 Washington is a former vegetable factory built in 1883 and one of the original residential loft buildings in Tribeca. The building was eventually converted into boutique lofts in the 20s, becoming one of the area’s earliest co-ops. When our client - a young family with a newborn - purchased a unit in 2020, the space was very rustic and hadn’t been renovated in 20-30 years. That’s where Gallery comes in. Our goal was to revitalize the pre-war loft inside and out, creating an enhanced, modern living area our clients could settle into with ease.
Although the space required plenty of love to meet the client’s desired look, we ultimately had to find a design balance that didn’t deviate too far from the traditional loft look that makes the space unique and still felt modern in practice. To accommodate, we restored the large wooden beams throughout the space, cleaning and varnishing them to provide an added pop when contrasted against the lighter tones from the Leonia white oak floors and repainted taupe-colored walls. The result is a balance that feels both comfortable and contemporary.


Since the original, 80s-inspired kitchen didn’t exactly meet design goals, we reconfigured the floorplan to open up the cooking area and create a more functional layout. By moving the refrigerator and adding an island with inset-seating, we were able to expand the footprint and provide our clients with a more modern, statement kitchen. Both the island countertop and kitchen backsplash are made from matching Glem White marble for added allure.
One specific request from the client was the addition of a den. To accomplish the added living area, we separated the main room, carving out two unique spaces. Then we framed the new spaces further by reconfiguring the loft entrance. This allowed us to create more of a reveal from an entrance perspective so upon walking the full open space is not immediately visible.
For the focal point in the den we created a custom white oak entertainment center with built-in bookcases that were designed around a custom concrete-casted fireplace with a hearth box. We also reconfigured the lighting throughout the area to accommodate the adjusted footprint.
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When our clients originally moved into their loft they didn’t intend to add sound-proofing. However, after living in the unit for three months amidst the planning phase of their renovation with Gallery, they quickly realized the building's ambiance was a bit louder than preferred. Although we typically avoid change orders mid-renovation, the timing worked out ideally and we were able to adjust the renovation to include acoustic insulation to soundproof the ceiling and significantly reduce noise throughout the loft.
See what the client had to say about our work at 466 Washington, then read the rest of our NYC renovation testimonials.
Gallery has been our go-to general contractor in NYC for years now. Got referred by some friends who had had a great experience working with Gallery and then we used Gallery to gut renovate our loft in Tribeca. They redid our ceilings, floors, bedrooms, and built an entirely new and beautiful modern kitchen for us in the heart of a pre-war co-op loft warehouse. They have subsequently returned to knock out additional work and have always been a pleasure to deal with. Great service, excellent workmanship and highly attentive to detail. Cannot recommend highly enough.


Considering a loft renovation in NYC? View our portfolio of loft renovation before and afters, learn more about Gallery, or simply contact us today.
We are a New York Times-featured design-build firm in New York City with a full-service approach to residential renovations that includes everything from interior design and architectural services to facilitating building management and board approval, to construction and construction management. We’re experts in renovating pre-war homes, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, sourcing custom pieces, building entirely new rooms (or even balconies), millwork, and all that falls in between. Let Gallery bring your dream home to life.
































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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