The owner of this historic and landmarked town-home renovation in Hudson Square, originally built in 1826, hired Gallery Kitchen and Bath to fully gut-renovate this 3-unit row-home. The scope of work included a full-scale renovation of the owners unit, including the renovation of the kitchen, one 4-piece master ensuite bathroom, one 3-piece bathroom with a walk-in steam shower, and a beautiful powder room. Additional work in the owners unit also included flooring, electrical upgrade, major plumbing work, new HVAC system, restoration of a fireplace, installation of a fully integrated smart home system and landmarked approved windows. CELLAR RENOVATION IN NYC LANDMARKED TOWN-HOME Rounding out the owners unit we renovated the cellar, which was converted into an entertainment space and featured a custom glass curtain wall, along with a custom staircase with an exposed brick wall. During the demolition phase of the cellar, our team discovered 56 wine jugs filled with wine from the prohibition era, leading us to name this project the prohibition house. For the two tenant units, Gallery Kitchen and Bath undertook the renovation of 2 kitchens, 4 bathrooms, new hardwood flooring throughout, along with detailed carpentry work in the entire home. WHY GALLERY KITCHEN AND BATH After interviewing multiple contractors, our client decided on Gallery Kitchen and Bath primarily because of our turnkey design, selection, and build process. In a renovation of this magnitude it is crucial to have a centralized full service contractor under one roof to handle all of the aspects and simultaneous moving parts of the project. Decentralizing the entire process by having multiple unaffiliated vendors handle various parts of the process can easily become chaotic, time consuming, and costly. Because Gallery Kitchen and Bath undertook the entire process, from the design of the entire space to the selection and procurement of all finishes and fixtures, down to the procurement of all permits and LPC filings, it made a seemingly chaotic project a’lot more manageable. PHASE 1: DESIGN, SELECTION, PROCUREMENT Our client wanted the renovation to incorporate a fully modern design into his Hudson Square town-house. Being that this is a landmarked property, the exterior facade had to be restored and kept with the original aesthetic, the interior of the home however was a whole different story. In keeping up with the modern aesthetic, our designers went to work to design a custom kitchen that included fully custom flat panel base cabinets in a white high gloss finish and an absolute matte black appliance/pantry wall. The kitchen design also included a white quartz countertop and backsplash with a waterfall edge island. To bring warmth to the modern kitchen, our designers incorporated a rifted and quartered select oak wood floor in a herringbone pattern, and custom blended stain with matte polyurethane finish. For continuity, the wood floor was also extended throughout the entire owners unit. In the ensuite bathroom we created a “wet area” which houses a standalone soaking tub as well as a beautiful rainfall shower, completely leveled with the rest of the floor in the bathroom. Some highlights within this space include a tiled square drain, large niche cutouts with a carrera marble accents. Once again, to bring warmth to this modern bathroom, our designers incorporated a floating rustic oak vanity and carrera marble mosaic floor tile. Last on the list on the owners unit floor was the cellar, which our client wanted to utilize as an entertainment space for his friends and family. During the design phase, we incorporated an open concept layout, wedding the indoor and outdoor space with a custom glass curtain wall. The design also included custom walnut built-ins that serve as a custom wet bar and storage piece. With the design approved and selections made our office liaisons moved to procure all of the material selections and finishes. PHASE 2: DEMO Because this home is almost two centuries old, we had to take extra precaution during the interior demolition phase of the project. One specific area that we had to pay special attention to was the existing brick. Over time the mortar in old brick homes deteriorates and turns into dust – for this reason it was extremely important that a thorough and ongoing inspection of the exteriors and interior walls took place during the demolition of the space. After 14 30-yard debris containers and 56 wine filled jugs from the prohibition era later , the demolition of this historic Hudson Square town-home came to an end. If you are wondering whether we tried the wine? After notifying the owner we agreed to open one of the jugs and try them together – nothing but vinegar. PHASE 3: BUILD One of the challenges in a renovation project of this scope is nailing down the logistics and delivery of fixtures and finish material. Adding to this challenge was a narrow entry door that required us to use a boom truck in order to deliver some of the larger materials on site. To ensure a succinct time schedule, we boomed all of the materials through the 3rd floor for the entire project and worked our renovation work from top floor to cellar. This technique also insured that any unexpected water issues during the renovation process would not damage a finished floor. With all roughing and framing complete, the Gallery KBNY team proceeded to execute on the design plan. THE REVEAL From what was once a dilapidated town-home with nothing but potential, to a glamorous and luxurious modern interior space – the prohibition house was complete. Ready to speak with us about your renovation project? Contact us to schedule your free consultation and let Gallery KBNY show you why our all-inclusive approach to your renovation is the smartest way to renovating in NYC.

Contemporary painting of an ampersand close-up in the frame of the image. Michael (Mo) Mullan is an artist and illustrator who began his art career as a graphic designer. With a deep appreciation for both design and illustration, his art reflects graphic and handmade qualities reminiscent of printmaking techniques and paying tribute to his hero, Andy Warhol.

Just Listed! HGTV perfect. Seller pays $2000 in closing costs with acceptable offer + refrigerator stays. Beautiful home with huge fenced yard, patio & 2 car garage 9-ft ceilings 1st & 2nd fl. Many upgrades include: epoxy garage floors & finished walls, fast track shelving, built in custom Walnut shelving, Cust barn door in Ma, recessed lighting, storm door, hand scraped hickory hardwood floors, gas oven & range, granite counter tops, built in cubby storage/mudroom. External gar. key pad. Huge closets and storage, 2-10 transferable war. http://www.226CrispRoad.com

A heritage style new built in the heart of Vancouver East. The exterior of this custom homes blends into this heritage style home and pays tribute to the 90 year old home it replaced!

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Contemporary exterior home idea in Seattle

3.5m Parasol, with wooden frame. Wood frame made in Chiang Mai, Thailand, so the frame is solid hard wood (teak). The Parasol cover is color selected by the client to match the resorts theme, so the cover can be made in any color. We custom sew it to the desired shape & size, using double stitch on all edges, while paying close attention to the frame pockets; for superior strength & support. The fabric shouldn't fade for at least three years, as this is the normal life of this material outdoors.

3.5m Parasol, with wooden frame. Wood frame made in Chiang Mai, Thailand, so the frame is solid hard wood (teak). The Parasol cover is color selected by the client to match the resorts theme, so the cover can be made in any color. We custom sew it to the desired shape & size, using double stitch on all edges, while paying close attention to the frame pockets; for superior strength & support. The fabric shouldn't fade for at least three years, as this is the normal life of this material outdoors.

The kids bedroom has a built in custom cabinet closet and desk that lines one wall. We pay close attention to the lines of what we design, so that the top of the cabinets line up with the top of the door casing. A dropped soffit allows for space to run services in the house and make a visually clean space for the custom built in cabinets and desk to go (it also means no dust bunnies on top of the cabinets!)

Neatly outfitted pantry concealed behind furniture-style doors, resembling a built-in armoire.
Enclosed kitchen - large craftsman u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen idea in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

Inspiration for a small transitional built-in desk laminate floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling study room remodel in Orange County with white walls and no fireplace

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Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Minneapolis

This elegant, stylish kitchen is not only beautiful but if full of fantastic function. Pay close attention to the detail and the hand glazed finish.
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless l-shaped porcelain tile kitchen pantry remodel in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This modern green home offers both a vacation destination on Cape Cod near local family members and an opportunity for rental income. FAMILY ROOTS. A West Coast couple living in the San Francisco Bay Area sought a permanent East Coast vacation home near family members living on Cape Cod. As academic professionals focused on sustainability, they sought a green, energy efficient home that was well-aligned with their values. With no green homes available for sale on Cape Cod, they decided to purchase land near their family and build their own. SLOPED SITE. Comprised of a 3/4 acre lot nestled in the pines, the steeply sloping terrain called for a plan that embraced and took advantage of the slope. Of equal priority was optimizing solar exposure, preserving privacy from abutters, and creating outdoor living space. The design accomplished these goals with a simple, rectilinear form, offering living space on the both entry and lower/basement levels. The stepped foundation allows for a walk-out basement level with light-filled living space on the down-hill side of the home. The traditional basement on the eastern, up-hill side houses mechanical equipment and a home gym. The house welcomes natural light throughout, captures views of the forest, and delivers entertainment space that connects indoor living space to outdoor deck and dining patio. MODERN VISION. The clean building form and uncomplicated finishes pay homage to the modern architectural legacy on the outer Cape. Durable and economical fiber cement panels, fixed with aluminum channels, clad the primary form. Cedar clapboards provide a visual accent at the south-facing living room, which extends a single roof plane to cover the entry porch. SMART USE OF SPACE. On the entry level, the “L”-shaped living, dining, and kitchen space connects to the exterior living, dining, and grilling spaces to effectively double the home’s summertime entertainment area. Placed at the western end of the entry level (where it can retain privacy but still claim expansive downhill views) is the master suite with a built-in study. The lower level has two guest bedrooms, a second full bathroom, and laundry. The flexibility of the space—crucial in a house with a modest footprint—emerges in one of the guest bedrooms, which doubles as home office by opening the barn-style double doors to connect it to the bright, airy open stair leading up to the entry level. Thoughtful design, generous ceiling heights and large windows transform the modest 1,100 sf* footprint into a well-lit, spacious home. *(total finished space is 1800 sf) RENTAL INCOME. The property works for its owners by netting rental income when the owners are home in San Francisco. The house especially caters to vacationers bound for nearby Mayo Beach and includes an outdoor shower adjacent to the lower level entry door. In contrast to the bare bones cottages that are typically available on the Cape, this home offers prospective tenants a modern aesthetic, paired with luxurious and green features. Durable finishes inside and out will ensure longevity with the heavier use that comes with a rental property. COMFORT YEAR-ROUND. The home is super-insulated and air-tight, with mechanical ventilation to provide continuous fresh air from the outside. High performance triple-paned windows complement the building enclosure and maximize passive solar gain while ensuring a warm, draft-free winter, even when sitting close to the glass. A properly sized air source heat pump offers efficient heating & cooling, and includes a carefully designed the duct distribution system to provide even comfort throughout the house. The super-insulated envelope allows us to significantly reduce the equipment capacity, duct size, and airflow quantities, while maintaining unparalleled thermal comfort. ENERGY EFFICIENT. The building’s shell and mechanical systems play instrumental roles in the home’s exceptional performance. The building enclosure reduces the most significant energy glutton: heating. Continuous super-insulation, thorough air sealing, triple-pane windows, and passive solar gain work together to yield a miniscule heating load. All active energy consumers are extremely efficient: an air source heat pump for heating and cooling, a heat pump hot water heater, LED lighting, energy recovery ventilation (ERV), and high efficiency appliances. The result is a home that uses 70% less energy than a similar new home built to code requirements. OVERALL. The home embodies the owners’ goals and values while comprehensively enabling thermal comfort, energy efficiency, a vacation respite, and supplementary income. PROJECT TEAM ZeroEnergy Design - Architect & Mechanical Designer A.F. Hultin & Co. - Contractor Pamet Valley Landscape Design - Landscape & Masonry Lisa Finch - Original Artwork European Architectural Supply - Windows Eric Roth Photography - Photography

Allenton Homes nails it with their tile design featuring designer tile products from Architectural Granite and Marble. Charity Patton and Kaye Edwards with Allentons design team pay close attention to the details on every home they choose the finishing touches for. Their material selections are inspiring and convey elegance with a modern touch. Architectural Granite and Marble is more than grateful to be a part of this beautiful home.

This light and airy kitchen is the definition of elegance. It has white shaker cabinets with satin gold pulls topped with white quartz counters. The matching white quartz backsplash provides a clean look. The center piece of the room is the large island! With seating for four, the deep blue island is loaded with storage and has a drawer microwave. For a special touch on the white quartz counter, we used an extra thick quartz slab. The striking gold pendants are from Ferguson Lighting. Sleek and contemporary, this beautiful home is located in Villanova, PA. Blue, white and gold are the palette of this transitional design. With custom touches and an emphasis on flow and an open floor plan, the renovation included the kitchen, family room, butler’s pantry, mudroom, two powder rooms and floors. Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015 2016, 2017 and 2019. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together. Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY. Photo Credit: Linda McManus Images

Inspiration for a mid-sized farmhouse u-shaped light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Miami with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone countertops, gray backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and black countertops

A close up of the Vero upper wall cabinet. It features a special metal lip which allows for easy opening without using any special mechanisms to open the upper cabinets. Grey interiors throughout keep this look contemporary while matching the drawers in the base cabinets. Pay attention to the metal frame on the inside of these cabinets. The glass is able to sit firmly on these frames, versus the older style in which glass sits "inside" the frames... Photos: SpartaPhoto - Alex Rentzis

A close shot of our walk in closet Paying attention to the details is what makes Sanza Homes different from its competitors. Some of the interesting touches of this walk in closet is ; -A great touch of the ambient lighting -More than 6 feet tall beautiful custom made mirror with the LED lighting -HIdden panel door with concealed hinges opening to ensuite bathroom - Black metal strips, shoe rails, door handels and accessories and so many small touches that makes this walk-in closet so beautiful.

Allenton Homes nails it with their tile design featuring designer tile products from Architectural Granite and Marble. Charity Patton and Kaye Edwards with Allentons design team pay close attention to the details on every home they choose the finishing touches for. Their material selections are inspiring and convey elegance with a modern touch. Architectural Granite and Marble is more than grateful to be a part of this beautiful home.