Living in the concrete jungle comes with its own set of unique challenges, especially when it comes to residential remodels and construction work. Often, the primary challenge New York City residents face is looking for a perfectly skilled contractor who has worked on small spaces and has the craft to bring a sense of spaciousness to them. We decided to list some of New York’s best residential remodeling firms. These 15 companies have worked on New York’s finest buildings and residences. We chose them for their level of expertise, their previous experience, their most notable projects, and their ability to bring the most out of the space available.
The Best Kitchen Remodeling Contractors in New York City (2022)
Alure Home Improvements
1999 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554
With over seven decades of experience, Alure Home Improvements has transformed old and outdated kitchens into wonderful custom spaces with state-of-the-art features. The firm is perhaps best known for its highly convenient and unique Extreme 10-Day Kitchen program, perfect for clients hoping for a quick and easy renovation on Long Island. These fast results are achieved through the firm handling every facet of a remodel, from material selection and design to construction, without the expense of having to move walls, windows, or the electrical components of a space. Clients looking for a grand scale renovation can look to the firm’s custom kitchen services. Potential clients can also check out some of the firm’s work firsthand at its showroom—the most extensive kitchen design showroom on Long Island.
The firm provides full-size displays of several of the firm’s most notable projects as well as numerous catalogs and product selections. Depicted below is one of the firm’s best. For this amazing kitchen, the firm’s team employed excellent cherry cabinetry and designed a large island that also serves as a breakfast bar.
Gallery Kitchen and Bath
63 Flushing Avenue, Building 212, Suite 301, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Gallery Kitchen and Bath takes great pride in being one of New York City’s leading residential renovation firms. It operates out of its office in Brooklyn and as its name suggests, is best known for its stellar kitchens and baths. The firm is no stranger to acclaim and has been featured in noteworthy publications like Forbes and Inc. Gallery’s work is all-inclusive, meaning to say that it keeps everything in-house. Doing so lessens the challenge for homeowners in terms of having to look for additional subcontractors.
Located in Hell’s Kitchen, Gallery completed this kitchen in ten weeks. It spans over 1,600 square feet and features a stellar industrial chic theme. The firm opted for stacked cabinets complete with frosted glass, tiled backsplashes, and excellent lighting. The firm’s team also expanded the footprint of the island and built an entirely new bar at the opposite end of the kitchen.
Knockout Renovation
810 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10017
Founded in 1992, Knockout Renovation is a multi-award winning firm that has completed thousands of projects throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn. Its work has been featured on television, most notably on CBS, Netflix’s “Queer Eye,” and the Rachael Ray Show. The firm also recently won a Chrysalis Award, and it was named one of Remodeling Magazine and Qualified Remodeling Magazine’s leading firms in the nation. Best known for its full range of remodeling services and design aesthetics, the firm provides consultations, permit processing, and even product selection. One of its most important services is its innovative progress invoicing, which took the firm nearly two decades to perfect. With this process, clients settle their payments with Knockout only after a project is completed rather than months before, except for the initial labor and products deposit.
Having established relationships with some of the area’s leading kitchen product providers, Knockout also offers its clients an extensive array of high-end cabinetry, countertops, appliances, and other fixtures. The small remodeled project showcased here is an excellent example of the firm’s talent and expertise. The Knockout team opted for excellent wood-paneled flooring, custom cabinetry, and a great breakfast bar. Some other beautiful elements include its fixtures and custom chandelier.
MyHome Design + Remodeling
353 West 48th Street, New York, NY 10036
MyHome is a full-service kitchen and bathroom remodeling firm staffed by a team of in-house designers and contractors. The firm handles both the design and construction phases of a remodel, and, unlike many firms, it offers a five-year warranty on all of its projects. The firm’s team guides each of its clients throughout the entire process including obtaining permits and construction, and it provides state-of-the-art cabinetry, countertops, and fixtures through its Midtown Manhattan showroom.
The firm is led by Yoel Piotraut, who co-founded the firm in 2001 after moving to the United States. He has over a decade of industry experience and personally oversees each of the firm’s projects.
The featured project is one of the firm’s most impressive works. Located on 205 West 95th Street on the Upper West Side, this project entailed an extensive kitchen remodel. It features an excellent maximization of the apartment’s limited space, great tiled backsplashes, and plenty of custom cabinetry.
Elite Kitchen & Bath / Express Contracting
983 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset, NY 11030
Headquartered in Manhasset, Elite Kitchen & Bath / Express Contracting is composed of a talented and experienced team of architects, designers, builders, and contractors. It maintains a highly hands-on approach and can take on projects regardless of size or scale. Since its inception, it has been the recipient of several awards from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) and is also well-known for its impressive American, European, and Canadian cabinetry. The firm’s comprehensive services also include extensive renderings, installations, additions, apartment conversions, and all-new storage systems. The project below is an excellent example of the firm’s talent and expertise.
For this space, the firm’s team made use of an excellent open concept floor plan that unites this home’s kitchen and dining areas. The firm also installed excellent custom chandeliers and cabinetry. Some other features include its sunroof, a separate sitting area, and marble finishes.
NYKB
8 W 25th Street, New York, NY 10010
NYKB is a premier, full-service home contractor based in Manhattan that extends its services throughout New York City’s five boroughs, Long Island, and New Jersey. The firm has over 20 years of experience in the industry and has worked on nearly 2,000 homes. Manned by a highly-accomplished and lauded team of interior designers and contractors, the firm handles all of the project’s needs from permit applications to full construction. In addition, the firm provides a wide range of services, including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, custom countertops and cabinetry, intelligent home renovations, and whole-house renovations. The firm specializes in renovating complete homes, apartments, and townhouses. The firm provides detailed and diverse designs, ranging from polished marble countertops to rustic brick finishes.
Located on the Upper West Side, the project is among the firm’s best kitchen remodels. The primary challenge for the project is to make the space appear lighter. The firm achieved this by using under-cabinet lighting and lighter hues to illuminate the space. New cabinets, high-end fixtures, backsplashes, and appliances were also installed.
Detail Renovations
898 Chicken Valley Road, Matinecock, NY 11560
Detail Renovations provides its clients a stellar range of services and extends its work throughout New York City, Gold Coast Long Island and the Hamptons. The company has secured partnerships with some of the areas’ best and leading architects and interior designers and specialized craftsmen. In terms of design, the company’s portfolio showcases various modern and contemporary spaces. The chosen kitchen below is one of its best.
Located on Third Street in Brooklyn, this kitchen entailed a gut renovation, including new floors and doors throughout both floors. Some of its best elements include imported French oak floors, custom cabinetry, and various other custom finishes.
KBR Design & Build
838 6th Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001
KBR Design & Build extends its services throughout New York and as its name suggests, provides its clients a comprehensive range of design-build work. The firm is licensed and fully insured. On occasion, the firm also takes on various commercial work. Interested clients may avail of the firm’s free estimates.
Located on the Upper West Side, this project has a stellar rustic wood feel. The firm’s team had to remove a wall to further expand this space. It also integrated several industrial touches, including the brick walls. Some other great elements include the custom fixtures and shelving.
Klein Kitchen and Bath
25 West 26th Street, New York, NY 10010
Klein Kitchen and Bath specializes in all branches of interior remodeling and is an expert in house and apartment renovations. The firm caters to the high standards of Manhattan home remodels through its unique three-step process specifically streamlined for these high-pressure situations. Given the challenge of small spaces that often come with homes in New York City, the Klien team takes pride in its ability to make kitchens feel larger. After extensive consultation, the firm provides full mock-up renderings of its proposal, displaying every design element including fixtures, appliances, and cabinetry. The firm also assists with budgeting and sourcing materials and maintains an entirely in-house operation; it works with only one team from start to finish and a project manager to handle all communication and cost management work. This streamlined approach saves clients the time and hassle of hiring subcontractors.
In terms of design, the firm draws inspiration from the city itself. Its designers look to several of the city’s most classic buildings and take the time to stay updated with the area’s ever-changing street culture. This is best seen in the project feature here. The firm’s team opted for a clean minimalist design. The granite backsplashes, seamless counters, and tiled flooring are just some of the project’s features.
Prime Renovations
435 East 79th Street, Suite 3N, New York, NY 10075
Established in 2004, Prime Renovations has had the opportunity to work in some of New York’s most sought-after boroughs and well-known its stellar luxury renovation services. It provides its clients with wonderfully crafted and personalized packages to ensure that its services cater to their highly-specific needs. The firm is personally led by the owner, Jeff Streich, who makes sure that each project that the company takes on receives the benefit of his experience. Under his leadership, the firm has also become well-versed in various commercial workspaces. The firm uses only the best and latest industry software.
For one notable project, the firm’s team employed an open concept floorplan. It features a contemporary theme coupled with various minimalist touches and wood-paneled accents. Some other great elements include its large kitchen island, the granite countertops, and Swedish-inspired custom cabinetry.
United Elite Group
555 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022
United Elite has been servicing New York since 2012 and has built a well-deserved reputation for its luxury residential construction and renovation services. It is best known for its condominiums, co-ops, and townhouses and it offers its clients personalized service packages, guaranteeing exquisite attention to detail. The firm is composed of a talented and experienced team of veteran professionals and makes sure that all of its work is completed on time and within the agreed-upon budget. United Elite also provides stellar full-service artisan trade work, including fine carpentry, wood restoration, and detailed masonry. The firm has its very own millwork shop for this work.
The firm’s team installed patterned backsplashes and clean grey cabinetry. It also opted for black paneled flooring and granite countertops.
Elite Tech Renovations
1500 N Halsted, Suite 209, Chicago, IL 60642
Elite Tech Renovations specializes in kitchens and bathrooms and operates out of its office in New York. It draws inspiration from over two decades of industry experience and adheres to the highest standards. At its helm is its founder and CEO, George Beski. Under his leadership, the firm’s team uses modern technology and 3D renditions. The result has been accurate plans with few or no revisions throughout the entire process.
The firm’s team opted to install floor-to-ceiling windows to bring in rich, ambient light and to provide a connection to the home’s outdoor areas. Some other great elements include the large island-breakfast bar that is custom fit to contain storage spaces and the patterned wall accents.
The Renovated Home
401 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021
The Renovated Home is the product of the vision and expertise of its founder and president, Lee J. Stahl. He got his first glimpse into the industry back in 1985. After graduating from college and on his way to law school, he joined his stepfather’s countertop and cabinetmaking business. Upon his stepfather’s untimely passing years later, he would be tasked with building the company from the ground up into the firm it is now. Today, the firm has its very own showroom and has since taken on over a thousand projects. Under his leadership, the company and its work have been featured in publications like the New York Post and The Wall Street Journal.
Featured on Luxe Interiors + Design, the featured project entailed an extensive kitchen overhaul. The firm’s team had to open up and reconfigure various parts of the existing space and install all-new cabinets and moldings. Some other great elements include its paneled walls, unique lighting, and patterned backsplashes.
Gaudioso Contracting
112 President Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Best known for its interior designs and renovations, Gaudioso Contracting has over two decades of industry experience and offers a full range of remodeling services. It handles every facet of a project, from architectural plans and designs to construction and fixture installation. The firm provides turnkey solutions and every necessary step to keep the entire process in-house so that clients will not need to hire multiple contractors. Gaudioso also offers professional cleaning services after each project as well as alteration packages for any last-minute changes a homeowner may need. The firm has been offering these services throughout New York since 2005. It is staffed by a team of licensed and insured professionals who are well-versed in the state’s standards for remodeling.
Upon first contact, the firm schedules a complimentary consultation to establish a client’s goals. After this meeting, the firm provides a detailed proposal complete with CAD sketches and suggested products its team believes would be the best fit for a particular kitchen. The chosen project features an excellent contemporary theme. For this kitchen, the company’s team opted for excellent overhead lighting, wood-paneled flooring, and off-white brick backsplashes. Some other great elements include the seamless countertops that form a breakfast bar.
