Renovating in Brooklyn can be challenging, but there are ways to remove the burden from your shoulders. If you're considering a home or apartment renovation in BK and want to simplify the process, a full-service design-build renovation is likely your best option. Discover why a design-build firm like Gallery offers the most streamlined approach for NYC apartment renovations.
We are proud recipients of various awards in service and design – seven years in a row and counting. Our mission is to maintain a level of service and design that always raises the bar. That's why our clients consistently leave 5-star reviews. From Brooklyn to Manhattan, we leverage our expertise to everything from co-ops and condos to historic brownstones and lofts.
What sets Gallery apart is our full-service approach to your BK home renovation. We are a fully-integrated design-build firm, which means our process includes every facet of your Brooklyn renovation project under one roof. Our comprehensive suite of services includes:
Our in-house architects meticulously plan and draft detailed architectural drawings tailored to your project needs, New York City's 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?
As architectural services get underway, our talented interior designer team collaborate closely with clients to bring their vision to life. Once design direction is agreed upon, the designers finalize floor plans, imagining everything from kitchen cabinetry, millwork, bathroom tile, and plumbing fixtures to furniture placement, direction of door swings, and electrical outlet placement. They curate every aesthetic detail, creating a cohesive and stylish living space that reflects your unique taste. Learn more about our NYC interior design services.
Our interior design team curates all finishes and fixtures your project requires – everything from 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 brand agnostic and able to purchase any item from any vendor, anywhere, on your behalf as our client. Learn more about our material selection and procurement services.
As a full-service design-build firm housed right in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, we know navigating the complexities of Brooklyn 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.
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.
First and foremost, we always have your best interests in mind, via a consultative and client-first philosophy with clients. Even as a design-build renovation contractor in Brooklyn with expertise in luxury apartment remodels and full home renovations, we still go out of our way to offer budgetary insights to suggest priorities wherever possible, helping clients find the middle ground between an AD-ready luxe look and staying within budget. How else can we help? Let’s find out.
Whether you need a full gut renovation of a spacious industrial loft in Williamsburg or an apartment combination for your downtown luxury high-rise, we handle all types of residential renovations in Brooklyn. But, don’t take our word for it. View our full portfolio of before and after renovations.
With a full-service team of design and construction professionals accustomed to the complexities of Brooklyn renovations, we make change orders and mid-project budget adjustments much less likely by our in-depth planning process.
Strong communication is essential to any successful NYC renovation, which is why each project at Gallery is assigned a dedicated team with one central point of contact. Our all-inclusive project management software allows our clients to see the current status of their project, kick up their feet, and dig into the JobTracker app anytime they choose. Or, if there’s a specific question, your dedicated designer is always one phone call away and happy to help.
In a traditional renovation, architects and construction teams work separately. Once an architect completes the plans, they typically hand them off and move on—leaving execution and problem-solving to the construction team. But if key details are overlooked, costly revisions and delays follow. A design-build firm eliminates this disconnect by keeping everything under one roof, streamlining communication, minimizing change orders, delivering a smoother, more cohesive renovation experience.
One of the most complicated parts of renovating in Brooklyn is inevitably running through all the hoops associated with permits, approvals, and filings. Every building has a different board and often, your unique building type (IE: pre-war brownstone, co-op) warrants approval from additional NYC commissions. Not only does a design-build firm like Gallery remove the insecurity of navigating those waters solo, we have existing relationships across the borough that help us secure approvals faster.
The full process for renovating an apartment in New York City can be intricate, but don’t let that deter you from manifesting your dream home. By partnering with a full-service design-build general contractor in Manhattan that manages every detail from start to finish, you can significantly reduce your personal workload while ensuring your design goals are met. Learn more about our entire renovation process below:
Renovating an apartment in Brooklyn requires a strategic approach from the beginning, achieved by understanding the client's unique vision and financial parameters. This foundational understanding sets the stage for a comprehensive collaboration, where we work closely with clients to explore the practical possibilities of their renovation project, aiming for a mutually beneficial partnership.
If the design strategy and proposal are approved, we proceed with the pre-construction and interior design process.
Before any work begins, our project managers survey the site and develop timelines for your NYC apartment renovation according to your goals, while all structural changes are reviewed by the architect and incorporated into an updated blueprint. As the plans are developed and awaiting approval, our designers work with you to bring your design vision to life, coordinating material selections with our procurement team.
As the plans are developed and awaiting approval, our designers work with you to bring your design vision to life, coordinating material selections with our procurement team.
The most hands-on aspect of any home renovation is finding materials to bring your chosen interior design style to life. That entails paint color, accent walls, flooring style, mouldings, fixtures, countertops, and more. As a full-service design-build firm we take on the design, sourcing, and procurement of every permanent fixture in your home.
After materials have been sourced, we create life-like digital renderings of the renovated kitchen and bathrooms. 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. The following kitchen render is from one of our co-op renovations in Downtown Brooklyn. The following image is the completed kitchen.
Renovating an apartment in NYC involves a detailed and complex production process. However, with proper planning and the proper type of Manhattan general contractor, the execution can be smooth and efficient. Here are the components of our production process:
Although we have many BK renovations in our full portfolio, the following are a few of our favorites.
Brownstones as beautiful as those on President Street in Carroll Gardens rarely enter the market. When our client was able to purchase the landmarked beauty they grew up in, they not only jumped on the opportunity, they doubled down with a full gut brownstone renovation that reconfigured the space into a modern, more breathable home for raising their next generation. View the full renovation before and after.
For this condo renovation in downtown Brooklyn, we updated the space in various ways to accommodate our client's vision for their new home. As a young couple who hosts friends regularly, the focal point of the renovation was a total overhaul of the kitchen and dining room, while adding a brand-new bar to the mix. With such amazing views of the Manhattan skyline to accentuate, our aim was to create an ambiance that seamlessly blended convenience and personalization, while elevating the overall design with a more modern boho feel. View the full renovation before and after.
No matter what style of residential renovation in Brooklyn is required or how significant the job is, we've got educational content to help ease you into the renovation you've always imagined.
If you work with Gallery, you can rest easy knowing we plan, design, and execute all of our Brooklyn renovations with client care front and center. To see why design-build is the best method for your NYC apartment renovation, explore more of our work, or contact us to see why our New York City apartment renovation and remodeling services are the most mindful choice when considering a residential renovation in Manhattan or Brooklyn.