There is something especially satisfying about updating a NYC kitchen. It is the place you see first thing in the morning and last thing at night, and when it feels dark or dated, it affects the whole apartment. A well planned kitchen renovation does more than add new finishes. It improves storage, flow, and the overall mood of the home.

For this Manhattan project, DNB Renovations worked with a busy New Yorker who travels frequently for work and pleasure. She wanted to come back from trips to a space that felt calm, bright, and modern instead of a flat, lifeless kitchen. While she was away in Japan, our team of licensed kitchen experts coordinated a full remodel and delivered a finished space that was ready for her the moment she returned.

We started by defining the look and functionality she wanted: warm wood tones, clean lines, and a layout that would feel effortless to use day to day. Custom white oak cabinetry became the centerpiece of the design. Fabricated locally, it brought warmth and brightness into the room. Hardware free doors and drawers with 45 degree openings kept the lines minimal and modern, while the cabinet interiors were planned for real cooking and storage needs rather than generic box sizes.

To keep the kitchen visually calm, we paired a Cutworm countertop with a matching backsplash for a continuous, seamless look. This reduced visual breaks on the walls and made the space feel more expansive. Kohler plumbing fixtures added a refined touch and reliable function, and we kept the client’s existing appliances where they still made sense. The one major appliance upgrade was a new wine cooler, which became a subtle focal point and a small everyday luxury for someone who enjoys hosting and relaxing at home after long trips.

Flooring, lighting, and electric upgrades completed the transformation. Updated lighting made food prep and evenings in the kitchen more pleasant, and carefully selected flooring tied the whole space together. Behind the scenes, electric work brought the kitchen in line with modern needs, supporting current and future appliances safely and efficiently. The result is a kitchen that not only looks clean and elegant, but also works beautifully every single day.

Services performed on this project

• 3D renderings and design planning
• Full kitchen remodel
• Custom white oak cabinetry
• Custom countertop and backsplash
• Plumbing and fixture installation
• Flooring and lighting updates
• Electric upgrades

If you have a Manhattan or Brooklyn kitchen that feels dark, outdated, or underused, DNB Renovations can help you reimagine it. Whether you are in town throughout the project or traveling while the work happens, our team can handle the details and deliver a finished kitchen that feels warm, modern, and ready to enjoy.
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