Upper West Side Interior Designers

Have you recently purchased a condo or co-op on the Upper West Side with intentions of creating your dream home? Does your current home need a modern refresh? At Gallery, our NYC interior design expertise comes built into our full-service design-build approach, which covers everything from residential space planning, interior design, architectural services, material sourcing and procurement, building management and board approvals, plus construction and project management.

Types of Upper West Side Properties We Design

Winner of Houzz awards in service and design.

About Gallery KBNY

Gallery KBNY is an award-winning, full-service design-build firm specializing in the architecture, interior design, and renovation of apartments, co-ops, condominiums, townhomes, and lofts across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Our integrated team of architects, designers, contractors, and project managers — with a founding partner involved in every project — manages every phase from board approvals and DOB permitting through design and construction. Because architecture, design, permitting, and construction are coordinated under one roof, the process remains streamlined, accountable, and transparent from start to finish. Our work has been recognized by Forbes, The New York Times, Architectural Digest, and Inc., and we have received Houzz Best of Design & Service seven consecutive years, along with 100+ five-star client reviews.

10 to 16 Months

Consultation to move-in

$450 to $650/sq ft

Upper mid-tier to luxury

100+ Five-Star Reviews

Across Manhattan & Northern Brooklyn

Featured In

The New York Times & Architectural Digest

As a full-service general contractor renovating NYC, we relish the realm of design possibilities every new project presents. We believe every property type tells a unique New York story, and our interior design services aim to help our clients project that story through a blend of functionality, style, and timeless character, ensuring that every space feels authentically theirs.

The Upper West Side's Signature Layouts The Classic Six, Seven, And Eight, Decoded The pre-war co-ops lining Central Park West, West End Avenue, and Riverside Drive were built around a room count that still defines UWS listings today. Here is what each classic layout includes, and the design moves that bring it into this century.

6 Classic Six The Original Program Living room and formal dining room Separate kitchen built for service Two bedrooms plus a staff room off the kitchen Design Moves We Make Staff room becomes a home office, laundry, or walk-in pantry Kitchen opens to the dining room for one generous entertaining space

7 Classic Seven The Original Program Living room and formal dining room Separate kitchen and staff room Three bedrooms, often along a private hall Design Moves We Make Third bedroom flexes as a library or family room off the entertaining rooms Staff bath upgraded into a true powder room or en-suite

8 Classic Eight The Original Program Living room and formal dining room Separate kitchen with two staff rooms Three bedrooms with a gallery entry Design Moves We Make Paired staff rooms combine into a suite, gym, or full home office wing Full reinvention of the service zone, as in our classic 8 renovation at 255 West 108th

Room counts follow the traditional listing convention: bathrooms are excluded from the tally. Individual buildings and lines vary, and our designers confirm the original plan against the building's records during design.

UWS Apartment Renovations: Accentuating NYC Living

Whether home is a modern apartment near Columbus Circle or a century-old pre-war along Central Park West, Gallery specializes in amplifying NYC charm, infusing functionality and aesthetics in apartments throughout the Upper West Side. Our interior design expertise within these highly-sought-after apartments is finely attuned to the unique demands of their big city surroundings—thoughtfully optimizing space, enhancing natural light, and curating layouts that harmonize with the hustle and bustle outside. Our proficiency in pre-war renovations further solidifies our dedication to preserving the rich architectural heritage of NYC apartments, merging classic elements with contemporary design concepts, breathing new life into these spaces while retaining their historical allure. For more, read Identifying & Accentuating Pre-War Apartment Details With Interior Design.

Manhattan Classic 8 Pre-War Apartment Renovation | 255 West 108th

For this Upper West Side pre-war apartment renovation near Straus Park, we reinvigorated the entire classic 8 space, including a complete overhaul of the kitchen, bathrooms, closets, and home office, then added new flooring and painted throughout. We successfully maintained and enhanced the pre-war charm with restoration and refinishing work throughout the apartment. View the full Upper West Side pre-war apartment renovation before and after.

UWS Condo Renovations: Modernizing NYC Interiors With Elevated Elegance

Condos and co-ops remain as maybe the most prominent style of residential living on the Upper West Side. At Gallery, we understand the unique demands for renovating co-managed abodes, where space optimization and modern elegance are paramount. Our full-service design-build approach is meticulously crafted to address these challenges, seamlessly elevating condo interiors to an exquisite level of sophistication, while abiding by any rules or restrictions imposed by the building board. From the initial design conceptualization to the final execution, our expert team carefully considers every square foot of your space, ensuring a cohesive and luxurious transformation that harmoniously aligns with the essence of condominium living.

Upper West Side Condo Renovation | 59 W 71st

After living in her Upper West Side co-op for years and making various small renovations along the way, our client decided to go all-out and advance with her dream renovation after being eased into the significant decision by our full-service design-build approach, extensive pre-planning process, out of the box design strategy, and thorough estimate. The results of this stunning renovation speak for themselves. View the full UWS condo renovation before and after.

Townhouse Renovations: Celebrating The Upper West Side’s Architectural Heritage

At Gallery, we appreciate the artistry involved in restoring the Upper West Side townhouses lining streets like Riverside Drive and West 70th. Our approach preserves the charm of these architectural treasures—characterized by ornate facades, intricate moldings, high ceilings, and grand staircases—while introducing a fresh, contemporary touch. Collaborating closely with clients, we enhance these historic design elements, seamlessly blending them with modern aesthetics to create spaces that honor the past while offering luxurious, updated living.

Townhouse Renovation | 529 West 87th

In one of our more notable projects, we had the privilege of revitalizing a historic Yorkville townhouse, with the goal of embracing its inherent elegance. The overall space had been well-maintained, but was dated and didn't necessarily reflect the interior design mindset of our clients. Our goal was to brighten the home with added character alongside modern elements. In addition to a full kitchen renovation, this Manhattan townhouse renovation included implementation of new flooring, retiling and installing new fixtures in the bathroom and powder room, painting walls, updating the staircase, renovating all doors and closets, plus updated lighting fixtures throughout. View this project and more via our full portfolio of townhouse renovations in NYC.

Designing Avenue By Avenue How The Upper West Side's Corridors Shape Interior Design Four blocks west of the park, the housing stock changes character three times. This is how our designers read each corridor, drawn from the projects we have completed along them.

Central Park West The grand co-op facade of the neighborhood, facing the park's western wall.

The Housing Stock Landmark pre-war co-ops by firms like Schwartz & Gross, including 91 Central Park West, where we renovated a 1929 co-op Formal plans with gallery entries and park-facing principal rooms Design Implications Layouts organized so living spaces claim the park light and views Board standards among the city's most exacting, shaping schedule and logistics from day one

West End Avenue A nearly unbroken wall of pre-war apartment houses, much of it within historic districts.

The Housing Stock Solid pre-war co-ops with classic layouts, like our renovation at 801 West End Avenue Generous room proportions with original plaster and floor detail Design Implications Restoration and refinishing carry as much weight as new construction Historic district status guides window and street-visible decisions

Riverside Drive & Riverside Boulevard Curved pre-war facades above the park, and modern glass condos along the river's edge.

The Housing Stock Pre-war buildings tracing the Drive's curves, with river light and unusual room geometries Contemporary condos to the south, like our luxury renovation on Riverside Boulevard Design Implications Western exposure calls for solar protection and palettes that flatter late light Angled and bowed rooms reward custom millwork over stock solutions

The Side Streets & Broadway Corridor Rowhouses, boutique co-ops, and classic apartment houses between the avenues.

The Housing Stock Townhouses on blocks like West 70th and classic co-ops near the parks' cross streets Pre-war gems off Broadway, like our classic 8 renovation at 255 West 108th near Straus Park and our co-op work at 59 West 71st Design Implications Mid-block light varies floor to floor; layout and finish choices respond to each exposure Smaller buildings often mean nimbler boards and more personal approval processes

The Benefits of Choosing a Design-Build Firm vs An Interior Designer For Your NYC Renovation

Kickstarting a stress-free UWS renovation raises a pivotal question: should you partner with an individual interior designer or opt for a full-service design-build firm? Each option has advantages, but when looking for the most efficient and comprehensive approach, the full-service design-build route may make most sense. Let's review the distinctive benefits that come with choosing a design-build firm over the traditional route of hiring a single interior designer.

Congruent Aesthetics From Architecture To Final Touches

Design is in the detail and that’s why our interior designers also help manage our renovations, working with our in-house architects to create project blueprints to the exact specifications required to meet the plan mapped out upon initial consultation. Not only do our blueprints account for the finer details, our corresponding 3D design renders provide such a realistic representation of the remodel many clients think they’re real.

Never Design Or Renovate In A Vacuum

By focusing on full interior renovations of various styles of apartments, condos, brownstones and more, we understand the importance of ensuring there is a design symmetry that coexists throughout the home - especially on the Upper West Side. Our goal is to ensure a seamless blend between all room aesthetics, so the interior design flows just right.

Full-Service Design & Installation

Design-build firms like Gallery offer a comprehensive renovation solution encompassing full-service interior design plus seamless installation for your project. From conceptualizing your vision to bringing it to life with precision, we ensure a unified process under one roof. In contrast, individual interior designers primarily focus on design aspects, often necessitating separate contractors or companies for the execution and installation phases.

The Gallery KBNY Interior Design Process

Have immaculate design ideas, but managing a multi-tier renovation project of your long-time Central Park West apartment feels like a bit much? Have zero design expertise, but know a more modern touch is needed to the pre-war co-op you just purchased on West 88th? No matter the circumstance, our team of interior designers are here to help guide your project to success. Let’s review the steps to our interior design process.

STEP 1: Interior Design Planning

Design encompasses everything from the actual layout of the floor plan to the more decorative elements that fall under traditional interior design. As an all-inclusive design-build firm in NYC, our specific expertise is in catering to every single design element that could arise in an interior renovation. If you want a better traffic pattern in your kitchen, a specific bathroom tile type, or to turn an unused closet into a washer/dryer room, we can make that happen. At the front of every renovation, our designer works with the client to identify all the finer points of their renovation, understanding where the design priorities are and helping guide their vision to success with as much or little feedback as needed to achieve the most cohesive and functional home design possible.

STEP 2: Materials Selection & Procurement

Our design team curates all the finishes and fixtures your project requires – everything from penny tiles in the bathroom to chandeliers for the foyer and the whole world of finishes and fixtures in between. Our project coordinators then procure every selection, while also handling the logistics of material inspection and delivery.

We are not limited in material choices, as we are totally brand agnostic and able to purchase any item from any vendor, anywhere, on your behalf as our client. In fact, with us, you don’t ever need to set foot in a showroom - unless you want to, of course. If you’re stuck at home, we’ll bring material samples right to you. Plus, we always pass our trade discounts to clients.

STEP 3: Lifelike Design Renders

After materials have been sourced, we create life-like digital renderings of how the renovated home will appear. This includes every aspect of the design, from flooring to fixtures, even showing how renovated rooms will look under different lighting settings. These high-end renderings provide a visual accompaniment to the blueprint that guides construction and helps clients tweak final design decisions like paint color or fixture height. This kitchen render is from our Upper West Side luxury condo renovation at Riverside Boulevard. See the completed kitchen directly below.

‍Learn more about how our lifelike design renderings help clients visualize the proposed interior design plan for their Upper West Side apartment renovation.

STEP 4: Interior Design Installation

When the interior designer and contractor come from different companies, there’s an added element of uncertainty when finalizing a renovation. Once construction is started, the interior designer’s job is typically done and the design and blueprints are in the hands of the contractor. Not with Gallery. Thanks to our full-service design-build process, our dedicated design specialist manages the entire process from start to finish, ensuring the design exceeds expectations and is seamless from room to room.

Between The Park And The River Designing To The Light: Exposure On The Upper West Side Few neighborhoods bracket their homes between two great light sources the way the UWS does, with Central Park to the east and the Hudson to the west. Exposure is one of the first things our designers study, because it decides how every color, finish, and window treatment will actually read.

Exposure

The Light

The Design Response

Park-Facing East Central Park West

Bright mornings with open sky over the park, softening through the afternoon.

Saturated colors and natural materials read true all day; treatments manage low morning angles while keeping the view the room's centerpiece.

River-Facing West Riverside Drive & Riverside Boulevard

Intense afternoon and golden-hour sun, amplified by reflection off the Hudson.

Solar shades protect art, textiles, and floors; palettes are tested against warm late light; heat gain informs the cooling design.

South-Facing Avenue corners and side-street fronts

Consistent daylight from morning through evening, the most generous exposure in the city.

Deeper floor plates stay bright, so bolder contrast and darker grounds hold without going flat; sheers temper midday intensity.

North-Facing & Courtyard Rear lines and mid-block interiors

Cool, even, indirect light that barely shifts across the day.

Pale, reflective finishes multiply what arrives; layered lighting design carries the room into evening; our renders preview both conditions before a single selection commits.

Most UWS apartments combine two or more exposures, and corner units juggle all of their strengths at once. Our lifelike renders model each room under its actual light conditions, which is how palette decisions get made with confidence rather than swatches.

Additional Services Included In Our Upper West Side Design Build Renovations

What sets Gallery apart is our full-service approach to your NYC home renovation. We are a fully-integrated design-build firm, which means our process includes every facet of your NYC renovation project under one roof. Our comprehensive suite of services includes:

Architectural Services and Expediting

Our in-house architects meticulously plan and draft detailed architectural drawings tailored to your project needs, unique building codes, and specific challenges posed during inspections. From spatial planning to construction documentation, we ensure your designs are not only beautiful but also feasible and code-compliant. Read more on our architectural services and see how our fully-integrated architecture services differentiate from independent architects, who often prioritize their own design, leading to hidden costs and unsettled timelines. For more information on how our full-service approach separates itself from traditional ways of renovating, read What Kind Of Architect Is Best For Your NYC Apartment Renovation?

Permit & Board Approval Services

As a full-service design-build firm in NYC, we know navigating the complexities of Upper West Side building codes and co-op/condo board requirements can be daunting. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. To ensure your renovation runs smooth and stays compliant, our team of experts handles all necessary approvals, permits, and filings on your behalf. See our full-scope of board approval and permit services.

Construction & Site Management Services

Hiring a traditional design-bid-build general contractor usually requires additional design support you must source and manage yourself, plus complicated permit and approval work most homeowners are unfamiliar with. With Gallery, our highly skilled construction team, overseen by dedicated project managers, executes every aspect of the build with precision and professionalism. From demolition to final touches, we manage the entire process, keeping you informed every step of the way through our user-friendly JobTracker app. Read more about our construction and site management services or read What Type Of Contractor Do You Need For An Apartment Renovation In NYC?

Example Of Our Interior Design For Upper West Side Renovations

While we have many UWS renovations in our portfolio, the following are a few of our favorites.

Upper West Side Pre-War Co-Op Renovation | 801 West End Ave

When we were enlisted for this co-op renovation on the Upper West Side, the dated pre-war space needed some work. The family recently purchased the Manhattan home near Broadway with the intention of reinvigorating the spacious property without losing the historic character. With a speciality in pre-war renovations in NYC, we were happily up for the challenge. View the full Upper West Side renovation before and after.

Manhattan Apartment Renovation | 91 Central Park West

This project found us renovating a beautiful pre-war co-op apartment at 91 Central Park West. The building, established in 1929, was designed by famed NYC architectural firm Schwartz & Gross, whose work also includes The Mark Hotel and many of the Neo-Renaissance residential buildings along Fifth Avenue, Park Avenue, and Central Park West. Our client purchased the unit in solid shape but the unique layout required quite a bit of ingenuity to meet their specific needs which prioritized a commercial-quality kitchen, enhanced office space, along with various other upgrades. View the full UWS apartment renovation before and after.

Helpful Articles About NYC Interior Design

Need more info on interior design for renovations in New York City? Read these priority articles from our Design & Reno blog, which lend further expertise about the design end of our full-service NYC renovations.

Why Choose Gallery As Your Upper West Side Interior Designer

As a team of designers and builders born and raised in NYC, we take pride in helping our city stay immaculate, creating elegant homes our clients can be proud of. If you’re considering an apartment renovation on the Upper West Side and looking for the right partner, view our portfolio of NYC apartment renovation before and afters, learn more about Gallery, or contact us today.

We are an award-winning design-build firm in New York City with a full-service approach to renovations in Manhattan and Brooklyn that includes everything from expediting and architecture services to construction and construction management. We’re experts in pre-war apartment renovations, apartment combinations, room creations, full gut renovations and all that falls in between. Let us bring your dream home to life.

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Gallery KBNY is an award-winning, full-service design-build firm specializing in the architecture, design, and renovation of apartments, co-ops, condos, townhomes, and lofts across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Our in-house team — with a founding partner involved in every project — manages every phase from board approvals through construction. No outsourcing, no handoffs, no gaps in accountability.

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