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Upper West Side Condo Renovation | 151 W 74th St
About This Renovation
When this couple reached out about their UWS renovation, they were expecting their first child and living with a kitchen that simply didn’t work. The layout was closed off, inefficient, and complicated by a misplaced laundry nook that ate into valuable dining space. What they needed wasn’t just a visual upgrade, rather a total overhaul of how their home functioned. Enter Gallery. With our in-depth design strategy and full-service renovation approach, we provided clarity, flow, and a kitchen that could keep up with their growing family, ultimately achieving a design that balances practicality with timeless appeal.
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Structural Challenges & Changes
Transforming the kitchen to be more user friendly meant addressing the disjointed, boxed-in layout. We began by tearing down the wall separating the kitchen and dining room, creating a bright, connected space that immediately improved the flow. The kitchen footprint was subtly expanded by removing existing dining room millwork, while gas lines were relocated to accommodate a more intuitive appliance plan. Though the washer and dryer remained in place, custom cabinetry was built around them to achieve a seamless, integrated look. Finally, new hardwood flooring was installed and stained to match the rest of the home, tying together the aesthetic. The result is a kitchen that feels open and natural - proving thoughtful structure, not just style, defines good design.
Traditional Design With Soft Touches
With the new layout in place, our design direction embraced a traditional foundation refined for modern living. Custom cabinetry anchors the space, with a two-tone palette, delivered via a crisp white bar area and complementary Newburyport blue base cabinets. Every inch was considered for hidden functionality, from concealed custom appliance garages and PRESRV wine storage from Zephyr to millwork that conceals everyday clutter. Classic elegance was then added via the matching Mont Blanc quartzite backsplash and countertop, plus the statement Liscia Medium Flush Mount chandelier - an elegant focal point that softens the space while tying together the open kitchen and dining area. The enlightened space now feels classic but not formal, practical for both pancakes in the morning and dinner parties in the evening.
Additional Highlights
- Refinished Hardwood Floors: Updated flooring in the kitchen/dining area and stained them to match the rest of the apartment
- Permit Support: To move forward with all planned renovations, we were required to pull and secure a construction permit, electrical permit, plumbing permit, and the Landmark building permit to appease the Landmark Preservation Committee
- Paired Painting: Painted additional areas to coincide with the surrounding updates
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Considering A Condo Renovation In NYC?
View our portfolio of condo and co-op 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.
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NYC RENOVATION FAQS
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.
Read More: How Long To Renovate An Apartment In NYC?
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.
Read More: How Long Does a Kitchen Renovation in NYC Take? A 2026 Timeline Breakdown
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.
Learn More: Our NYC Bathroom Renovations
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.
Get Into The Specifics: In-Depth Co-Op Board Approval Process For Complex NYC Renovations: What to Expect
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