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Co-Op Apartment Combination Gut Renovation In Greenwich Village | 180 Thompson St
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About This Renovation
Our client purchased a one bed, one bath co-op in a seven-story building in the storybook Greenwich Village neighborhood. Years later, another one bedroom sponsor unit became available next to his, which he purchased in hopes of an apartment combination. The goal was to create a more spacious apartment with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, while also combining the two outdoor deck spaces each unit offered.
To accommodate, we fully gut renovated both spaces (with the exception of one recently-updated guest bathroom), then combined the two apartments to create an immersive and elegant home that allowed him to settle into his post-bachelor life with added comfort and desirability.
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CHALLENGES OF COMBINING TWO APARTMENTS
Apartment combinations in NYC rarely come without difficulty, but this one was especially challenging. First off, there was an elevator shaft partially dividing the two units with literally no way to work around. As a result, our architectural team conspired creative ways to position the space plan around the protruding elevator bank, making most of the challenge by creating an L-shaped hallway that led to a new home office space.
Two entrances can sometimes pose a challenge in NYC apartment combinations, but this particular building allowed the closure of one entrance. As a result we were able to create a large en-suite bathroom connected to a walk-through dressing room. The old 2nd entrance wall became the area for the freestanding tub.
OUTDOOR LIVING
One of the most appealing outcomes from this keen NYC apartment combination is the beautiful outdoor patio space. Without combining two apartments into one, finding Manhattan real estate with this much outdoor square footage for a reasonable price is extremely rare. By combining the two smaller patios from each respective apartment our client was able to maximize his incredible views of South Village and create the ultimate house party focal point, ready for the wall-mounted projector and movie night in the city.
To achieve the exterior patio, structural work was required, which also allowed us to account for movement of the HVAC compressor. We also repaired previous steel damage, along with flashing and waterproofing around like all window areas.
TIMELESS DESIGN
To ensure evergreen appeal in our renovated Manhattan co-op, we delivered a transitional design style with warming undertones, with uber modern touches throughout, creating a mix of modern and classic that doesn’t lean too far in either direction. Notice timeless touches from the farmhouse sink, white and gold fixtures, white oak wood floors, shaker cabinets, and subway backsplash. Very traditional. Very New York.
EN SUITE BATHROOM EXPANSION
The traditional design style carries into the five piece bathroom, which offers basket weave tile on the floors, marble subway on the walls, a freestanding tub, plus a shower. The tub and shower combo can be rare in NYC apartments, but because we combined the apartments, we were able to leverage the old kitchen plumbing for added amenities. The en suite is accessible via an extended walk-through closet and dressing area in the main bedroom. The fact the building was open to wet over dry conditions also allowed us more flexibility when expanding the bathroom space.
ADDITIONAL UPDATES
- New Flooring Throughout
- Painting Throughout
- Custom Pella Doors and Closet Doors Throughout
- Base and Crown Moulding
- Electrical Updates
- Mini-Split AC System: This mini-split system mimics a true central air system, except it’s hidden inside the ceiling. The solution is ducted, even though they were mini splits, which helps save money on energy bills and removes the need for units on the wall the way a traditional mini-split system requires.
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We are a New York Times-featured design-build firm in New York City with a full-service approach to residential renovations in Manhattan and Brooklyn 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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