About us
Our Story
We are an award-winning kitchen and home design showroom founded in 2005 by a third-generation kitchen specialist with over 25 years’ experience. Our mission is simple–we provide our clients with personalized service and innovative design solutions using premiere products and up-to-the-minute technology. With our accessible, state-of-the-art showroom in the Meatpacking District of Manhattan, we are one of a select number of modern kitchen showrooms that offer a one-stop experience to clients in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Our team of talented and creative staff will create a custom look for your home that is sure to inspire. From the craftsmanship that goes into each of our products to our helpful and skilled staff, our state of the art showroom in the Meatpacking District in New York City offers every kind of service you would expect from the top modern kitchen specialists in New York City. Our featured products include a wide range of European and North American kitchen, bath, and home products made from the highest quality materials
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Awards & Publications
We pride ourselves in bringing the best designs and products to our clients. We work hard to bring quality, beautiful kitchens to our clients. This feat has not gone unrecognized. Some of the most respected voices and influences in the industry have awarded us prizes for our work. We are proud recipients of the 2006 and 2007 Chrysalis Award, and the 2010 and 2012 Signature Kitchen & Baths Design Awards for contemporary kitchen design. These awards are only a taste of those that we have accumulated over the years. In addition to these awards a number of publications, such as the distinguished Signature Kitchen & Baths magazines, have featured our designs. Publications below have showcased our work, as well as many more. Here at Urban Homes, we are honored to have our work acknowledged and respected. We will continue to work our hardest to provide quality results.
The way we work
Initial meeting
One of our qualified designers will give you a tour of our showroom displays. This will give you a sense of our superior design capabilities as well as a hands-on look at our extensive line of custom products. We will review the blueprints of your space at our showroom. We have many samples of cabinetry styles, countertop choices, door styles, and hardware choices to help you visualize the possibilities for your new home.
preliminary design presentation
After the initial meeting, your designer will take the design elements discussed and incorporate them into a preliminary conceptual design. During the Design Presentation your designer will present you with a preliminary set of drawings and a rough idea of what the overall project will cost. This provides everyone a platform to start from. The final design, project scope and costs will evolve and be refined over the ensuing meetings between you and your designer.
the design retainer
At this point you’ll have a good sense of what your project will look like and cost. In order to continue the design process and keep your project moving forward we require a design retainer. Depending on the scope of the project, the typical retainer is 10% of the overall cabinet cost. This retainer will be applied toward the cost of your project.
project detail refinement
There are numerous decisions to be made during the design and installation of a new kitchen, bath, home office, or media room. These decisions may appear overwhelming and that is why our experienced designers are here to assist you. They’ll help you sort through the myriad of cabinets, countertops, appliances, and hardware choices available to you. All of the design elements you have chosen refine your project to the point that drawings can now be revised and an accurate price quote articulated.
the contractual agreement
Once the design revisions are completed and all the materials have been selected, a contractual agreement is made.
ordering materials
Upon receipt of the deposit, your designer will order your custom products and materials. Your designer also relays all pertinent specifications to your builder or remodeling contractor ensuring timely and accurate project progression.
product and materials arrive
Your designer will manage the receipt of all your products and materials. Your designer will manage the installation of cabinetry, countertops and other products purchased. Throughout the installation process of your project, your designer is in constant communication with your contractor to ensure a smooth and professional culmination to your project.
welcome home!
Urban Homes employs a team of installers that we proudly call “the best.” Because our custom designs can be so complex, we’ve chosen experienced craftsmen who approach specialty cabinetry with the skill and finesse of artists. Your project will be handled with experienced care.