Carnegie Hill Kitchen Remodeling for Museum Mile Co-ops
Home Design & Co is a Manhattan based, family owned firm with more than 25 years in NYC’s most selective buildings. In Carnegie Hill we remodel kitchens inside pre-war co-ops along Museum Mile and the surrounding historic district, working to your board’s alteration agreement and the hours your building actually allows.Carnegie Hill kitchen & bath remodeling, NYC.
What makes a Carnegie Hill kitchen renovation different
Boards that review in detail
Carnegie Hill co-op boards review an alteration package closely, and buildings inside the historic district add a further layer of scrutiny. We assemble the full submission and correspond with the managing agent directly.
Narrow approved work windows
In the Carnegie Hill historic district a permit is two steps, Landmarks first and the Department of Buildings after, and the first step runs on no fixed clock. The buildings here also keep to the school-year calendar of the families in them, which pushes the loud work into the summer. We file with Landmarks early so it is not what you are still waiting on in June.
Insurance requirements ($5 Million+)
We carry the coverage Carnegie Hill boards ask for, with the corporation and the managing agent named on the certificate.
Pre-war risers and waterproofing
Moving a sink or dishwasher in an older line needs engineering sign-off. We file it and hold to the building’s wet-over-dry rules.
One service elevator, shared
Deliveries compete with residents and other trades. We reserve elevator time ahead so a work day is never lost to logistics.
A block that never fully quiets
With Weill Cornell and the Hospital for Special Surgery nearby, neighbors keep irregular hours. We give notice before noisy phases and respect quiet-hour rules.
We deal with each of these before they turn into delays, with one point of contact from filing to final walkthrough. Carnegie Hill is part of our wider Upper East Side remodeling practice.
Why Carnegie Hill homeowners hire us
Along Museum Mile the board is not the only approval. Anything that touches a window, a through-wall unit or a street-facing elevation goes to Landmarks on its own schedule, and its answer governs. We run both tracks in parallel so one is not idling on the other. We also remodel kitchens in Lenox Hill and on the Gold Coast.
Board packages, start to finish
We prepare the alteration package, carry the $5M insurance coverage boards ask for, and deal with building management directly, so you are not translating between parties.
DOB filings and inspections
Permits filed, inspections scheduled and attended, sign-offs closed out. The city paperwork stays on our side of the table.
A project manager on your building’s clock
Elevator reservations, delivery windows, contractor registrations and debris removal, all planned against the hours your building actually permits.
A kitchen built around the window you cannot move
A Carnegie Hill kitchen usually has the one window the facade will never let you move: on a landmarked elevation the opening, the sash and the through-wall vent stay exactly as they are. So the plan works inward. We keep the range off that wall, vent through an existing shaft rather than cutting a new one, and buy back the daylight by opening the kitchen toward the room behind it instead of toward the street.
Custom cabinetry, upgraded lighting and durable stone are specified to survive a building that will not let you back in to redo them.
Kitchen remodeling in Manhattan
Bathrooms planned around the waterproofing
Bathrooms in these buildings sit over a neighbor, so waterproofing and the wet-over-dry rule drive the plan before any finish is chosen. We detail the pan and the membrane, then design around them.
We carry the building requirements and approvals through to sign-off, and leave a room that is quiet, well lit and easy to keep.
Bathroom remodeling in ManhattanSee your kitchen before we build it
Every project opens with a one-on-one design session. We measure, listen to how you actually use the space, and produce detailed 3D renderings so you can walk the layout before anything is ordered or demolished.
Line-item estimates, no moving numbers: every line is priced and explained up front, so the number you approve is the number you pay. Our portfolio and Instagram show photographs of completed NYC remodels, never stock imagery or invented before-and-afters.
- Scope of workItemized
- 3D design packageItemized
- Cabinetry and millworkItemized
- Stone and tileItemized
- Plumbing and electricalItemized
- Permits and building filingsItemized
- Project managementItemized
Illustration of how an estimate is organized. Your quote lists real figures for your project.
What our clients say
4.9 on Google · 59 reviews
We did completed a full gut renovation about eight months ago with Home Design & Co, and it was a great experience from beginning to end. Everything was clearly explained before the project started, the pricing was transparent, and the schedule was exactly what we expected. Any changes we made along the way were documented through change orders, so there were never any surprises. What impressed us the most was that Home Design & Co truly handled everything. We didn’t have to hire an architect, an expediter, or worry about any of the paperwork required by our building. They took care of the plans, approvals, blueprints, elevations, inspections, and every technical detail that came up during the renovation. As homeowners, we quickly realized how valuable that was because most of us don’t speak the language of construction or understand everything a building requires. Having one company manage the entire process made the renovation feel simple and stress-free. John’s experience really stood out throughout the project. Whenever an unexpected issue came up, he already knew how to approach it. He found solutions, anticipated potential problems, and always figured things out without creating unnecessary delays or stress. That level of experience gave us a lot of confidence from day one. We will absolutely continue working with John and Home Design & Co on future renovation projects, and they’ll also be the company we trust to maintain our property. It’s hard to find a contractor who combines quality craftsmanship, organization, and experience the way they do. We highly recommend them!!
MiraiGoogle review · Many thanks to Jhon Posada and his amazingly talented team of professionals for creating a home that can be enjoyed for years to come. A gut renovation brings its own set of unexpected twists and turns, but God sent a general contractor with a vision and a skill set to match. Jhon managed his team with respect and precision while his extremely competent project manager, Louise Schultz, walked me through the entire project step-by-step providing helpful suggestions on all decor elements. Thank you “Home Design & Company. “ I am extremely grateful for the quality of your work and your impeccable attention to detail. P. Mason
P. MasonGoogle review · Home Design & Co. exceeded all my expectations! John and his team were professional, creative, and a pleasure to work with. Their workmanship and design expertise truly stand out—they transformed my home beautifully, including a flawless quartz countertop installation despite the challenges. The entire process was smooth, efficient, and highly responsive. I’m extremely satisfied with the results and will definitely work with them again on future projects. Highly recommended!
David JerniganGoogle review · The experience I had with John and his workmen was nothing less than exceptional, their workmanship, courtesy, and Design expertise went above and beyond my expectations I do not give out recommendations Lightlybut as I mentioned before their work was exceptional and I highly recommend this company
john andreottiGoogle review · I am extremely pleased with the work from Home Design & Co. John and his team did a wonderful job in my home. The work was efficient and I was delighted with his creative vision. I am extremely satisfied and I am looking forward to working with them again in the near future on other projects.
Martha Paz GarciaGoogle review · I had the pleasure of working with John Posada and his Home Design & Co. team for a major home renovation, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of amazing. Right from our initial consultation, John impressed me with his professionalism, knowledge, and willingness to listen to my ideas. He and his team, led by Louise, took the time to understand my vision for the renovation and provided valuable insights that helped refine the design while staying within my budget. Throughout the entire project, the team was punctual, respectful, and kept me informed every step of the way. They worked efficiently, yet never compromised on quality. The attention to detail and craftsmanship was evident in every corner of my home – from the new kitchen and bathrooms to the drop-ceiling, lighting, flooring and electrical. What truly set John and his team apart was their commitment to ensuring everything was completed to perfection. Any challenges that arose during the renovation were met with quick, thoughtful solutions. With John on-site managing the project and Louise coordinating all the back-end logistics, the job was completed on time, and the results exceeded my expectations. John treated this renovation as if it was his own home and went above and beyond, always. I am absolutely thrilled with my newly renovated home and couldn’t have asked for a better partner/advisor and contractor to bring my vision to life. I would highly recommend John and his Home Design & Co. team to anyone looking for a reliable, trustworthy, skilled, and professional contractor.
Daniel NeissGoogle review · Amazing work! The team was professional, hardworking and pleasant to work with. We are in love with all the work and will refer John and team to anyone!
Luis NorbertoGoogle review · We renovated our NYC apartment and I could not be more pleased with the outcome, experience, and the attention to detail. I have renovated before, and I have never had such an easy-feeling process. We updated plumbing, added new lighting throughout the apartment, and completely redid the bathrooms and kitchen. We were so impressed with how smoothly things went. Even when things were not perfect, John and his team always fixed it to our liking. I am so grateful we found John and Louise! Their work is such high quality and they remove all of the stress (or as much as they can) for the home owner. 10/10
Katrina AGoogle review · Home Design was recommended to us by a friend. They were able to walk us through the entire process from beginning to end. John and his crew are very professional and understanding to our needs when came to our dead line.
Al PersiGoogle review · If I can give them any more stars I would Just for the simple fact that John and his crew helped me and my parents after another company did not want to take the responsibility of finishing there project in my home. John and his crew were able to get the original design from the other company and complete the work that was promised. If I had to do this all over again I would have went to home design and company from the very beginning!
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Renovating inside Manhattan’s most selective buildings
Every neighborhood has its own boards, riser lines and work hours. Pick yours.
Also serving West Village, Gramercy, Chelsea, Tribeca and SoHo. Call and we will tell you what to expect in your building.
Ready to start in Carnegie Hill?
A kitchen here goes better when the building is handled first: the package filed, the hours agreed, the elevator booked. We run that side of it and keep you to design decisions.
- Licensed and fully insured to the limits Carnegie Hill boards require
- 3D designs approved before demolition begins
- Work scheduled inside your building’s permitted hours