LICENSED & INSURED • MANHATTAN, NYC
Manhattan Condo Renovation Contractor
Considered renovations for Manhattan condos, from kitchens and bathrooms to complete interiors. We bring clear planning, careful craftsmanship and coordination with your design team and building management.
Manhattan Condo & Co-op Experienced
Board Package Coordination
COI Coordination
DOB Coordination With Licensed Professionals
Fully Licensed & Insured
Manhattan Renovation Experience
Designed For Manhattan Homeowners
Whether you are settling into a new condo or updating your current home, we help define the scope and coordinate construction around your priorities. Explore kitchen renovations, bathroom renovations and complete interior renovations.
Schedule Your Consultation to discuss your condo, the work you have in mind and your building’s requirements. You can start before drawings are complete.
We Work With:
Luxury Condo Owners
Penthouse Owners
Property Investors
Architects & Designers
Full Gut Renovation Projects
High-End Interior Remodels
2026 Cost Guide
Manhattan Condo Renovation Cost 2026
Cosmetic Refresh
Priced after scope review
Ideal for painting, flooring updates, lighting enhancements, and other surface-level cosmetic improvements.
Kitchen & Bathroom Renovation
Priced after scope review
Complete kitchen and bathroom remodeling with premium finishes, upgraded fixtures, and modern system improvements.
Full Gut Renovation
Priced after scope review
Comprehensive apartment transformation including layout modifications, mechanical upgrades, and fully customized luxury finishes.
Smart Home Integration for Condos
Smart controls, motorized shades and advanced HVAC interfaces are optional design choices. Their feasibility depends on the building’s infrastructure, selected equipment, electrical capacity, wireless coverage, ownership permissions and installation requirements.
Automated Climate & Shading
Automated climate controls and motorized window treatments can be considered when equipment compatibility, electrical access and the building’s alteration requirements permit them. Confirm the existing HVAC system and product specifications before selecting a control platform.
High-End Lighting Systems
Installing Lutron-style scene-setting controls that transition a space from a bright daytime workspace to a dim, ambient evening environment.
Hidden & Integrated Tech
Flush-mounted speakers, “invisible” televisions, and custom soffit work that conceal technology within cabinetry and millwork for a clean, seamless finish.
Manhattan Condo Renovation Logistics
Condo renovations in Manhattan often require coordination beyond the construction work itself. For a budget discussion that accounts for the scope and building rules, read our Manhattan condo renovation cost guide before requesting a project-specific review. Building management may require certificates of insurance, alteration agreement documentation, work-hour compliance, freight elevator scheduling, common-area protection, and communication before construction begins. Corniel Construction helps coordinate these requirements with the construction scope. Before cabinetry or finishes are ordered, confirm appliance dimensions, electrical demand, ventilation, plumbing connections and access for delivery with the relevant professionals. Record who provides each item and which connections or approvals remain unresolved. This lets the owner and design team address conflicts before fabrication. Confirm who submits the building package, which insurance documents and deposits are requested, who answers reviewer questions and how access is authorized after the required reviews. For a planning checklist, see our Manhattan board approval guide.
Open-Concept Living, Engineered for Manhattan Condos
Many older Manhattan condos feature compartmentalized layouts, while today’s homeowners favor open-concept living that maximizes skyline views and natural light. Manhattan building policies may restrict where kitchens, bathrooms or other wet areas can be placed. The design team must confirm the building’s written wet-over-dry rules, structural floor depth, drainage paths and neighboring-room conditions before proposing a relocated kitchen or shower. A layout concept does not establish that the move is approved or feasible.
Featured Manhattan Renovation Projects
Kitchen Renovation Photo References
Photo attribution: These are kitchen renovation reference photographs. The project address, original photographer and scope performed by Corniel Construction have not been verified; do not interpret this gallery as a certified Manhattan condo project.
Residential Renovation Photo References
Photo attribution: This gallery contains images whose filenames reference New Jersey as well as New York. It is a visual reference collection, not documentation of a completed Manhattan co-op renovation by Corniel Construction. Project addresses and the work performed…
Primary Bathroom Photo References
Photo attribution: Some photographs in this gallery have original filenames referencing North Bergen, New Jersey. These are bathroom design references; their precise location and the work performed by Corniel Construction have not been independently established.
Condo vs Co-op Renovations
Condo and co-op renovations involve different ownership, alteration agreements and building approval processes. If your apartment is a co-op, review our Manhattan co-op renovation services before finalizing your scope.
Condo Renovations
- You own real property
- Confirm this building’s alteration approval process
- Condo renovation approvals vary by building
- Design flexibility depends on the property and proposed scope
- Focus on compliance, agreements, and logistics
Co-op Renovations
- You own shares in a corporation, not real property
- Review requirements depend on this co-op and proposed scope
- Confirm whether this co-op board requires an interview
- Confirm this building’s alteration-agreement requirements
- Strong focus on board rules and coordination
Renovation Process
A Structured Step-by-Step Process
Design & Planning
We help define construction goals, document the proposed scope, review budget assumptions and identify building constraints. Explore our Manhattan renovation process for the full sequence from consultation to closeout. The owner’s architect or appropriate licensed design professional prepares drawings and filings when required.
Board Approval
We coordinate our contractor documentation and construction inputs with the owner’s design team and building management. The responsible parties prepare and submit alteration applications, drawings and insurance records as required by the building.
DOB Filings
The registered design professionals and applicable licensed trades manage their assigned drawings, filings and permits. Corniel coordinates the approved construction scope and required project information with those responsible parties.
Construction
Experienced site teams execute the renovation with structured scheduling, supervision, and quality control.
Final Walkthrough
Review completed work against the agreed scope, document outstanding punch items, verify applicable inspections and required records, and coordinate final corrections before the project handover.
Reviews for Corniel Construction LLC
Leor
I’ve hired Corniel Construction for new flooring, drywall/painting, vanity installations, and miscellaneous repairs. I definitely recommend them.
Barry Neal
Corniel is amazing. I hired Corniel for a commercial office renovation restoration. Not only did they do a fantastic job, they finished with coordinated scheduling and closeout and on budget.
Alice Lewellen
We remodeled 3 bathrooms and Ruben was amazing. Everything we asked for, he made sure we were satisfied. Even when I changed my mind or asked for an additional thing, Waldy made it happen. We could easily contact him every day, and he always responded ASAP.Waldy is very experienced and knowledgeable, even offering helpful suggestions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does a Manhattan Condo Renovation Typically Take?
The schedule depends on the existing conditions, design and building approvals, DOB filings where applicable, procurement, freight access, trade work and inspections. Ask for a project-specific sequence and written assumptions rather than relying on one standard duration.
Do All Condo Renovations in Manhattan Require Board Approval?
Condo requirements vary by building and proposed work. Obtain the building’s current alteration policies and confirm whether board or management review, an alteration agreement, drawings, insurance and deposits are required before construction. DOB permits and building authorization are separate processes.
What Permits Are Required For A Condo Renovation In NYC?
Many renovation projects require permits from the NYC Department of Buildings, especially for plumbing, electrical, structural, or layout changes. The exact permits depend on the scope of work. For an overview of NYC filing requirements, read our NYC renovation permit planning guide.
Can Kitchen Or Bathroom Locations Be Changed During Renovation?
Relocation may be feasible, but it depends on existing plumbing, structure, building policies and any wet-over-dry limitations. Building authorization and DOB filings, where applicable, must be confirmed for the specific design before work begins.
What Is Included In A Typical Board Approval Package?
A standard board package usually includes architectural drawings, contractor insurance (COI), alteration agreements, and sometimes engineer reports. Requirements vary by building management.
Are There Work Hour Restrictions When Renovating a Condo in Manhattan?
Many buildings specify work hours, noise rules, deliveries and elevator reservations. Obtain the current rules from this property’s management before establishing the schedule; there is no single set of hours for all Manhattan condos.
Do I Need Licensed Professionals For A Condo Renovation?
Required credentials and licensed professionals depend on the actual scope and building requirements. Registered architects or engineers prepare design and filing documents when required; applicable licensed trades perform regulated work. Corniel coordinates the construction scope and building information with the responsible professionals.
Ready To Discuss Your Manhattan Condo Renovation?
Planning a full condo renovation or coordinated kitchen and bathroom work? Tell us the Manhattan property location, proposed scope, priorities and target timing. Share building alteration requirements, plans and photographs if available; you can begin before drawings are complete. Schedule Your Consultation through the form, or call our voice reception at 917-410-3132.