Full Gut Renovations in Manhattan, NY
TAKE YOUR CO-OP, CONDO, OR TOWNHOUSE TO THE STUDS AND REBUILD IT AROUND THE WAY YOU WANT TO LIVE
The Work
When the Place You Bought Isn't the Place You Want to Live In
You searched for months, you closed, and now you're standing in a space with a layout that fights you and finishes that belong to someone else. A full gut renovation is how you fix that for good. Whether it's a co-op, a condo, or a townhouse, we take it down to the studs and rebuild it from the floor plan up: walls move, systems get replaced, and the place gets reconfigured around how you cook, work, and live, not around whatever made sense to a previous owner in 1986.
Reconfigured floor plans, new hardwood throughout, natural stone and custom millwork, heated floors, custom closets and radiator enclosures. The difference between a gut renovation that feels worth it and one that doesn't usually comes down to who's making the calls along the way. Across Manhattan and Westchester County, we bring a developer's eye to every one of them.
How It Works
How We Run a Gut Renovation From First Walkthrough to Move-In
A full gut is the most involved thing you can do to an apartment, and in a co-op or condo it comes with a board, an alteration agreement, and a building that has to sign off before anything starts, all of which we handle for you. After the first walkthrough and estimate, we design the space and align it to your budget, then manage the approval process on your behalf as the translator between you and the building. Once we're cleared, Spencer runs the construction directly with a bench of trade specialists matched to the job, so you always reach the person actually running it, and you get organized photo updates every two weeks so you always know where things stand.
FAQs
Common Questions About Full Gut Renovations
- How much does a full gut renovation cost in Manhattan?expand_more
- Full guts generally run from around $75 per square foot for a lighter scope up to $250 and beyond for a full luxury rebuild, and the most substantial co-op and townhouse projects run into the seven figures. Where yours lands depends on the size of the apartment, how much the floor plan changes, and the level of finishes, so two projects in the same building can come out far apart. Our cost guide breaks it down tier by tier so you can see what drives the number and set a realistic budget before we talk.
- How long does a full gut renovation take?expand_more
- Timelines depend on the size of the apartment, the scope of the reconfiguration, and how long the building's approval process takes. The board and alteration agreement step can add real time before construction even begins, which is one reason we manage it for you.
- Do you handle the co-op board approval and alteration agreement?expand_more
- Yes. This is a core part of what we do, in co-ops and condos alike. We manage the alteration agreement, board approval, and building requirements on your behalf, acting as your translator with the building staff so you're not the one chasing it down.
- Do you contract with me or with the building?expand_more
- We contract directly with you, the owner, not the board or the building. We work for you through the approval process.
- Do you offer design, or do I need my own architect?expand_more
- We provide in-house design and can take the project from concept through construction. If your building or scope requires an architect, we coordinate that as part of managing the job.
How It Works
From First Walkthrough to the Day You Move Back In
What a full gut renovation usually touches:
Recent Work
See What a Full Gut Renovation Looks Like When It's Run Right
Full Gut Renovation Cost Guide
See what a full gut renovation actually runs in a Manhattan apartment before you start planning your budget.
- Clear pricing insights for full gut renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, and more
- What drives cost, from floor plan changes to finish level
- A realistic view of renovation costs in Manhattan and the surrounding area
Where We Work
Renovating Across Manhattan and Westchester County
We work throughout Manhattan, from Harlem down through the Upper West Side and Upper East Side to the West Village and Tribeca, and across Westchester County. For larger projects we also travel to Greenwich, Stamford, Northern New Jersey, and Brooklyn.
Our Service Area
- Manhattan
- Upper West Side
- Upper East Side
- Tribeca
- Harlem
- West Village
- SoHo
- Westchester County (Rye, Larchmont, New Rochelle)
Client Reviews
Owners Who Renovated With Us
Spencer completed a gut renovation on my 2 bed, 1 bath apartment in the West Village. He was extremely patient as we waited 3 months for co-op approval and he finished on time, 3.5 months later. We honestly had no issues, everything went very smoothly. He helped me pick out design choices and answered all of my many questions very timely, even evening hours and weekends. I could not be more pleased with how everything turned out.
Caitlin E.
West Village Gut Renovation
Angi
Spencer was amazing in how he exceeded my expectations. He would video-call me at stores, which no contractor does, and was incredibly helpful making design and product suggestions. He drew up plans, a job usually done by an architect, and was very prompt getting back to me whenever I had a question. His workers do excellent work. I have referred him to several of my real estate clients enthusiastically, and I will definitely use Modo again.
Marsha A.
Houzz
We hired Modo Renovations to renovate our kitchen and two bathrooms, and everything turned out amazing. The quality of the work was excellent, and the attention to detail really shows. Spencer was extremely responsive and helpful throughout the entire process, guiding us through every detail and making sure each step was done right.
Eyal M.
Kitchen and Two Bathrooms
Angi
Spencer and his team were absolutely fantastic. Spencer is willing to work very hard to make your vision come to life, and he is extremely responsive and communicative in doing so. He is a consummate professional and made a difficult renovation much easier on us.
Kevin G.
Major Renovation Across Multiple Rooms
Angi
Spencer and Modo Renovations just finished a major renovation on our basement (adding a kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom), and the final result completely exceeded our expectations. Spencer is an absolute pleasure to work with. He is incredibly responsive, professional, and transparent about every detail of the process. His crew did an excellent job, the attention to detail in the craftsmanship is evident everywhere you look, and they handled all the permitting and infrastructure smoothly. Spencer kept everything on track and made a massive home project feel entirely stress-free.
Jawad R.
Basement Addition
Thumbtack
We had a great experience working with Spencer and the team at Modo Renovations on our kitchen remodel. From start to finish, they were communicative, knowledgeable, and efficient. They approached the project with a positive attitude and worked within our constraints without compromising on quality. The attention to detail throughout the build was evident, and the final result exceeded our expectations. The kitchen turned out beautifully. We highly recommend Modo Renovations and look forward to working with them on future, larger projects.
Studio P.
Kitchen Remodel
Thumbtack
Spencer, Eddie and the team are wonderful! They did such a phenomenal job! I had a very specific outcome in mind for a custom closet and Spencer was such a great partner in bringing my vision to life, and even making recommendations for improvements that elevated the look. Construction in general can be a difficult process, waiting for materials, living in a construction site, but they really made every effort to reduce any potential stress that naturally comes with the process. Big thank you to the team. Definitely hire them!
Thneel G.
Custom Closet and Renovation
Thumbtack
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