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Our Testimonials

Victoria PVictoria P
11:19 21 Jan 25
No construction company will ever get 5 stars but this one is as close as you will find! And let me say from the jump - I LOVE my new kitchen & bath!!I gut-renovated both my kitchen and bath which had been badly ignored for years so it was a big job. What I loved about NYKB was they handled every aspect of the job from start to finish - the permits, dealing with the co-op, the design, the construction, the plumbing and the electric. Everything under one roof! My project manager Gevanta was excellent. Almost every time he said a piece of the job would be ready by a date specific he was usually +/- a day of that commitment. He spoke to me constantly and followed up promptly when I had questions. My designer Maia come up with a great design and helped me find just the right materials to realize that design. Chris and his assistant did most of the heavy work on job and every night they cleaned everything up so well!! All my neighbors were so impressed the halls were immaculate every day. Everyone commented!So if I'm so over the top happy, why the 4-star rating? First, one of their main selling points was that the designer and I would go shopping for the extras on the job - the faucets, the sink, things like that. So we went and it was fine until I got the bill. $13,000!!! This included $900 for a sink that didn't even include the sink strainer - the bit that connected the sink to the pipe. That cost an extra $168. Well, when I saw that bill I about lost my sh*t. I said no thanks , and for about $800 got all the bits and bobs from Home Depot. Same brands, nicer styles, a fraction of the price. And the $7k bathroom sink included in that shopping spree price was replaced with one for $1500 from Wayfair. Seriously, a little price sensibility. I understand Markell but I got a comparable sink including strainer and rack at Home Depot for the price of the strainer on the original sink.The other area for improvement involve the two items that we were going to repurpose in the renovated rooms - the kitchen faucet and the toilet. Even though the plan said to put them aside and keep them, they were disposed of during the demolition. To their credit, NYKB replace them at their own cost. The faucet was able to be replaced with the same brand, the toilet was not.At the end of the day, I would wholeheartedly recommend NYKB to anyone looking to remodel the kitchen and/or bathroom. In fact, I already have. But like any project, it's up to the person engaging the contractor to ensure that things stay on track. And to the other reviewers whining about the contract terms - it's a contract, it's negotiable
Amy StillerAmy Stiller
15:54 15 Jan 25
I had been wanting to change my kitchen for some time. It was so worth it. NYKB completely transformed my kitchen. The photos say everything. They just made my life so much easier. Pull out trash and recycling bins… new stove, dishwasher, fridge. I mean these before and after pictures just say everything. If you go with NYKB trust me… you will be in good hands.
Min KimMin Kim
17:05 14 Jan 25
I had major water damage across all the floors in my apartment due to a dishwasher leak. Not only did the floors have to be replaced, there was also a mold issue and the existing subfloor had to be removed and replaced. Perry, Michael Avidor, and Carl managed the whole process and pushed hard to move as fast as possible even during the holidays. Michael provided detailed updates and photos even while I was traveling out of the country. The end product looks great and we have the peace of mind coming from knowing that the installation was done correctly, with no shortcuts, and is protected through their 5 year warranty.
Oleg OlenskyOleg Olensky
12:04 17 Aug 24
I have done renovation of kitchen and bathroom in my apartment a few years ago with NYKB contractors supervised by Perry Hiiman.The job they did was absolutely amazing and deserves a five star rating without doubt.Upscale was completely professional and the workmanship has been excellent. The employees with Michael Avidor as a project manager are friendly, knowledgeable, punctual and very neat.Without any hesitation I called them again to do the minor repairs in my bathroom and they proved once more to be an incredible set of people to work with.From the first step wich was scoping out the job through to the proposal to the and the cleanup they were great.I felt they went beyond what I expected.I absolutely advise to call NYKB if professional and affordable upscale renovations needed to be done.Regards,Oleg Olensky.
Wai ChanWai Chan
17:36 14 Aug 24
My experience with NYKB on my complete bathroom renovation and replacing/upgrading closet doors throughout my apartment was first-rate.Starting with my initial meeting with Perry, working with Sharonda on the design (thank you for suggesting the wall-to-wall shower niche!) and choosing the materials, Andrea who handled my building’s approval process and obtained the necessary permits, and my project manager Gevanta who was always available to provide updates and take feedback and whose team executed the work flawlessly, the NYKB team handled everything with great professionalism. When unforeseen additional work was needed to address building requirements and to remediate water damage, the team explained the required work, answered all my questions, and worked with me to stay within my budget. Once started, the project was completed in a timely manner and I couldn’t be happier with my beautiful new bathroom and the new closet doors.I highly recommend working with NYKB.
Vincent FeddersVincent Fedders
21:32 29 Aug 17
We purchased a new apartment in our building after falling in love with the view but quickly realized we needed to renovate an older model kitchen which was walled off from our living room, and re-do our master bathroom. We had a general concept of what we wanted so we began speaking to several contractors. Immediately, from our first meeting, we knew NYKB was the design and renovation firm for us. When you are doing something as intimate and as important as designing and renovating your home, relationship and communication is of the upmost importance. NYKB treats you like family. They completely understood what our vision for our home was and began working on a plan for us. Perry could not have been more helpful in discussing our vision with us and guiding us through the entire process from our first consultation to the end result. Nick and Ellen on their design team were vital to us in helping choose color schemes and materials that perfectly fit into the vision we had for our new home. Tracie took care of ALL of the back-end paperwork, we never had to deal with certifications or building permits. Their project manager Steve made sure the project stayed on track and took care of every single little detail concerning construction. The fact that they have a showroom made the process even easier for us, and was very helpful in influencing some of our design ideas. After discussing plans and choosing materials we were presented with an in-depth walk through of what our future home would look like. We were blown away by the professionalism and detail that went into our presentation. Construction started immediately and was done well within schedule. We could not have been happier with the result. NYKB was able to work around structural building infrastructure to give us the open kitchen and living room we always wanted. They designed, created, and installed a custom entertainment system for us based on our needs and wants and integrated fully automated entertainment, lights, and shades into one handy unit for us. We now have a home both perfect for entertaining and socializing, as well as raising our young child. Our master bathroom is truly elegant and modern, it feels spa like. We also had NYKB re-do our floors which came out amazing, surpassing even what we could have imagined. Everything from painting, to lighting, tiling, plumbing, cabinetry; was done perfectly. We were so impressed with the work they did, and the relationship we forged with them that we have hired them to do renovations at another home of ours. Stay tuned for those pictures!
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NYKB Reviews

Top Kitchen designers in New York! Worth every penny and more which is what it cost. I got a stunning new kitchen with no hassle.

MARY K.

Although it took longer than anticipated because Covid held up delivery of my appliances, working with NYKB was well worth the wait. They handled everything, beginning with the complicated process of working with the managing agent of my Brooklyn condo until the work was completed, making certain everything was perfect and to my liking by the project’s end.

I came to NYKB with sketches of what I wanted and Ana did a wonderful job of executing the design. When the materials I chose were outside my budget Ana came up with alternatives that I liked more than what I originally chose. She steered me towards suppliers who NYKB had a relationship with, resulting in competitive prices on everything from the appliances to the hardware without compromising service or style.

My project manager Michael was on top of the job every step of the way. He kept me up to date, explaining the process to me, including what to expect and how long it would likely take. On the one occasion when a problem arose it was resolved without any extended discussion or hassle. I always knew who was coming, when they were coming and the work they were going to do when they were there. Any question I had was answered in a timely manner and more importantly in a way that was easy for me to understand.

The cabinet maker and his crew did an outstanding job. They were professional, respectful of
my home and belongings. Before demolition they set up barriers between my open kitchen and living space to minimize the dust and debris. At the end of each work day the kitchen and surrounding area was vacuumed from top to bottom. Most importantly, I cannot say enough about the quality of their work and the respect they demonstrated towards my building staff and me.

The end result is a kitchen that I absolutely love! It is everything I could have imagined and hoped for, the work came in at budget without surprise extra costs and was done in a timely manner.

I recommend them highly and without reservation.

CHERYL L.

Nick redesigned our kitchen, which then inspired us to re-design our bathroom!
LEO

I have just had my bathroom remodeled and it looks great. I had consultations with 3 different companies but in the end I went with NYKB.
OLIVIA P.

In a city full of shady contractors you can rely on NYKB. I have worked with many contractors and they are by far the best. They are responsive, reliable, and their work is impecable. They helped me resolve many issues with my insurance company as well, getting me the best outcome. I cannot say enough good things about their work. All the materials are high grade and they leave the workspace immaculately clean each day. You will be very happy you chose NYKB. Steve and Perry are top notch.

DYAN H.

Company staff were very professional, responsive, did what they said they would, and produced an excellent product. Materials of high, durable quality, excellent design service.

NAOMI C.

I just got my bathroom re done and there are no words to describe how happy I am with the way it came out. Before I started working with NYKB, I browsed around for a long time and had a hard time finding a company that I can fully trust. I visited NYKB’s showroom and was very impressed. I then had the consultation at my apartment and was confident going forward with NYKB. Now that my bathroom is complete I have no regrets picking NYKB to remodel my bathroom. They’ve been very helpful before and during the project. I recommended NYKB to my friends and family and recommend to anyone who is thinking about remodeling their home to go and check them out.

FRANKIE P.

For the process, I got a response quickly after I first inquired with NYKB. They do an initial visit to your home to get on idea of what you want to do, see the space, take measurements. I had sent them an online photobook of inspiration as well to help in the design process. They then put together designs and bring you in to get your feedback and changes and they really listen to what you want. Once the design is done, you move on to picking all the materials needed and a timeline is laid out based on the start date identified. They will even meet you at the vendors like tile and countertops to help you pick the right materials for the design As part of the price they also manage the information that needs to go to a coop board for approval, the communication with the building as well as setting up the necessary insurance and trade functions.

Joe E.

If you’re looking for a Design/Build company to work on your kitchen or bath renovation look to NYKB and Perry Hiiman’s great team of experts to handle the job. They will take you through all the steps of the project whether large or small. From the very beginning they meet to assess the space, take measurements and make recommendations. A project manager and designer is assigned to each project. My bathroom was completely gutted for renovation and my project manager Pablo Porras was there to insure the work stayed on track at every step. Designer Ellen Schott was always in close communication. Ellen made the best recommendations and assisted in the selections of the fixtures and tiles for my space. She came up with ideas to help add storage space and shelving that were really key to making it work. The end result is beautiful and as they say “it’s all in the details”.

Rachel M.


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