Find the right fit before you sign.
Searching for the best kitchen remodeling company or the best cabinet prices? Start with a shortlist that matches your project, then compare the complete written scope. This guide gives you ten researched starting points and specific questions to ask each one.
Apartment logistics and complete project responsibility
If your kitchen is in an apartment, co-op or condominium, start with the building requirements and the company’s willingness to coordinate them. A cabinet-only order and a fully managed renovation solve different problems. Use the profiles below to identify the service model you need before requesting a design.
- Who confirms the building’s work rules, insurance requirements, delivery access and approvals?
- Does the proposal cover design, product supply, installation and project coordination, or only some of these?
- Will the company work at your exact address and with your building type?
For the market’s existing planning guidance, see our New York City kitchen planning and quote guide. For a separate room, use the primary bathroom remodel planning guide.
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| Company | Published service model | Buying decision |
|---|---|---|
| Bakes & Kropp | Custom kitchen and interior cabinetry design and manufacturing business. | Useful when the principal purchasing decision is custom cabinetry across kitchen and primary-suite storage. |
| Bilotta Kitchen & Home | Custom cabinetry and design showroom business. | Useful when cabinet configuration and finish choice drive the comparison. |
| Gallery KBNY | Integrated architecture, interior design, procurement, permitting and construction. | Useful when architectural coordination and building-management logistics are central to the project. |
| German Kitchen Center | Cabinetry design and showroom network with kitchen and bathroom products. | Useful for comparing cabinet systems and clarifying the boundary between supply, installation and general contracting. |
| Klein Kitchen & Bath | Kitchen, bath and home design-build services with a showroom. | Useful for comparing a showroom-supported design proposal and its construction detail. |
| Knockout Renovation | Combined design, product sourcing and remodeling with designer project managers. | Useful for comparing one-point-of-contact management and the detail behind progress invoices. |
| Küche+Cucina | Kitchen design, supply and installation with custom and European cabinetry. | Useful for comparing cabinetry alternatives at an itemized design-and-installation level. |
| Manhattan Center for Kitchen & Bath | Design and product showroom with renovation services and an in-house contractor via SGC. | Useful for checking how showroom purchasing and the construction agreement fit together. |
| MyHome Renovation Experts | Design, approvals, purchasing and construction managed together. | Useful for comparing a single renovation coordinator with a cabinetry-only purchase. |
| NYKB — New York Kitchen & Bath | Kitchen and bathroom designer, supplier and renovation contractor. | Useful for comparing a materials-and-construction package with separately sourced products. |
Bakes & Kropp
Company profileAdvertised model: Custom kitchen and interior cabinetry design and manufacturing business. Official source
Geography: New York City showroom in the A&D Building; delivery and installation coverage require confirmation.
Kitchen: Bespoke kitchen cabinetry and related storage. Primary bathroom: Specifically advertises custom primary-bathroom vanities and linen cabinets.
Comparison angle: Useful when the principal purchasing decision is custom cabinetry across kitchen and primary-suite storage.
Questions for a comparable quote
- What signed shop drawings, finish samples and cabinet specifications control the order?
- Who verifies site conditions and manages delivery, installation and corrections?
- How will the primary-bathroom vanity accommodate the selected sinks, plumbing access and storage requirements?
Official services / company source · Cabinetry for Dressing Rooms, Bathrooms & More — Bakes & Kropp. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
Bilotta Kitchen & Home
Company profileAdvertised model: Custom cabinetry and design showroom business. Official source
Geography: Lists New York City, Mamaroneck, Mount Kisco and Greenwich showrooms; project coverage requires confirmation.
Kitchen: Custom cabinet design across classic and contemporary collections. Primary bathroom: Published collections include bathrooms; establish whether the proposal covers cabinetry or a complete bathroom.
Comparison angle: Useful when cabinet configuration and finish choice drive the comparison.
Questions for a comparable quote
- Which cabinet construction, finish, interior fittings and installation drawings are included?
- Who verifies site dimensions and handles installation, fillers and adjustment after delivery?
- For a primary bathroom, does your scope stop at the vanity and storage or include the wet-area trades?
Official services / company source · Contemporary & Classic Collections | Cabinetry | Bilotta. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
Gallery KBNY
Company profileAdvertised model: Integrated architecture, interior design, procurement, permitting and construction. Official source
Geography: Confirm whether your address is currently eligible; the site contains both Manhattan-focused and Manhattan/Brooklyn language.
Kitchen: Candidate for a kitchen within an apartment or broader interior renovation. Primary bathroom: Candidate for a bathroom within an apartment renovation; confirm standalone bathroom scope.
Comparison angle: Useful when architectural coordination and building-management logistics are central to the project.
Questions for a comparable quote
- Your FAQ states a project minimum: will you accept this address and this kitchen or primary-bathroom scope?
- What site investigations and building submissions are completed before the construction price is fixed?
- Which selections and changes require my written approval, and how will I see their cost and schedule effects?
Official services / company source · NYC Renovation FAQs | Gallery KBNY. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
German Kitchen Center
Company profileAdvertised model: Cabinetry design and showroom network with kitchen and bathroom products. Official source
Geography: Lists New York-area design locations, including Brooklyn and Manhattan appointments; confirm the location and project coverage.
Kitchen: Modern European, English-style and American-made frameless kitchen systems are advertised. Primary bathroom: Advertises modern bathroom cabinets and design services; full wet-area contracting is not established.
Comparison angle: Useful for comparing cabinet systems and clarifying the boundary between supply, installation and general contracting.
Questions for a comparable quote
- What cabinet series, hardware, panels and interior accessories are specified for this exact layout?
- Who takes final measurements and is contractually responsible for installation and post-delivery adjustments?
- Does the bathroom offer include only cabinetry and design, or also plumbing, tile, waterproofing and ventilation work?
Official services / company source · Modern Bathrooms. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
Klein Kitchen & Bath
Company profileAdvertised model: Kitchen, bath and home design-build services with a showroom. Official source
Geography: Advertises Manhattan and New York City renovations, including co-ops and apartments.
Kitchen: Design, material selection and construction for kitchen remodeling. Primary bathroom: Bathroom remodeling, including powder-room and other bathroom changes.
Comparison angle: Useful for comparing a showroom-supported design proposal and its construction detail.
Questions for a comparable quote
- Which 3D views, cabinet elevations and revision rounds are included before signing the build contract?
- Who coordinates apartment approvals and the plumbing and electrical portions of the work?
- Will the bathroom quote name the waterproofing assembly, ventilation scope and final inspection responsibility?
Official services / company source. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
Knockout Renovation
Company profileAdvertised model: Combined design, product sourcing and remodeling with designer project managers. Official source
Geography: Advertises Manhattan and Brooklyn service.
Kitchen: Kitchen design, cabinetry, countertops, appliances and construction. Primary bathroom: Bathroom design, fixture and tile sourcing, vanities and installation.
Comparison angle: Useful for comparing one-point-of-contact management and the detail behind progress invoices.
Questions for a comparable quote
- What remains my responsibility when the designer project manager coordinates selections and construction?
- What completed work and documentation support each progress invoice?
- How will kitchen appliance fit or bathroom fixture substitutions be approved before ordering?
Official services / company source. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
Küche+Cucina
Company profileAdvertised model: Kitchen design, supply and installation with custom and European cabinetry. Official source
Geography: Paramus showroom; advertises service across the New York City metropolitan area.
Kitchen: Custom, modern European, transitional and traditional kitchens. Primary bathroom: Lists bath vanities and bath furniture; a full bathroom construction scope is not established by the reviewed page.
Comparison angle: Useful for comparing cabinetry alternatives at an itemized design-and-installation level.
Questions for a comparable quote
- Can you price the same layout in the proposed custom and European cabinet lines with matching inclusions?
- Who measures, installs and resolves shipping damage or site-fit changes?
- For bathroom furniture, which tops, sinks, fittings and installation services are included, and which trades are separate?
Official services / company source. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
Manhattan Center for Kitchen & Bath
Company profileAdvertised model: Design and product showroom with renovation services and an in-house contractor via SGC. Official source
Geography: Advertises Manhattan and greater New York; Flatiron showroom.
Kitchen: Cabinet, appliance and kitchen-design comparison with a construction option. Primary bathroom: Bathroom design with custom vanities, fixtures and lighting.
Comparison angle: Useful for checking how showroom purchasing and the construction agreement fit together.
Questions for a comparable quote
- Which company signs the product contract and which signs the construction contract?
- How are appliance specifications, cabinet drawings and delivery timing coordinated with SGC or my contractor?
- Does the bathroom proposal include wet-area preparation and trade labor as well as visible fixtures and finishes?
Official services / company source. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
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MyHome Renovation Experts
Company profileAdvertised model: Design, approvals, purchasing and construction managed together. Official source
Geography: Advertises NYC and North Jersey; Manhattan showroom.
Kitchen: Kitchen design, material selection and renovation. Primary bathroom: Bathroom design and renovation within the same service model.
Comparison angle: Useful for comparing a single renovation coordinator with a cabinetry-only purchase.
Questions for a comparable quote
- Which building submissions, protection and access arrangements are included in this proposal?
- How are cabinet and fixture purchasing, storage and delivery charges itemized?
- Who approves concealed-condition changes, and what bathroom testing and closeout documents will I receive?
Official services / company source. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
NYKB — New York Kitchen & Bath
Company profileAdvertised model: Kitchen and bathroom designer, supplier and renovation contractor. Official source
Geography: Advertises New York City work and a Flatiron showroom.
Kitchen: Kitchen remodeling with supplied materials and dedicated project management. Primary bathroom: Bathroom renovation and vanity supply.
Comparison angle: Useful for comparing a materials-and-construction package with separately sourced products.
Questions for a comparable quote
- Can the proposal separate cabinet and surface supply from demolition, trade work and installation?
- Which apartment or co-op approval tasks and fees are included?
- For the primary bathroom, who owns the waterproofing, fixture compatibility and final punch-list work?
Official services / company source. Checked October 13, 2026 (UTC).
Your shortlist worksheet
Choose two or three companies that fit your scope. Ask each one to address the same questions. Print or copy this worksheet; it does not send information.
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| Decision | Your requirement | Company A | Company B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact address and project type accepted | |||
| Design agreement and construction responsibility | |||
| Cabinet construction, sizes, finish and hardware | |||
| Installation, delivery, taxes and finish work | |||
| Allowances, exclusions and change approval | |||
| Schedule assumptions and product availability | |||
| Product warranty and workmanship contact | |||
| Complete comparable total |
What counts as the best cabinet price?
A meaningful cabinet deal starts with the same cabinet list, construction, finish, hardware and installation scope. A price per cabinet or a promotional percentage can hide differences in sizes, panels, accessories, freight or labor. Ask for the itemized specification and a complete written total.
Use our kitchen cabinet total-cost worksheet to place the quotes side by side. If you are considering an HIBC membership, include the membership fee and every applicable project cost. Do not assume a membership or a headline discount will make every project less expensive.
How to use company reviews without being misled
Match the review to the job you want done. A cabinet-delivery review may say little about a full remodel; a bathroom project may involve a different team or scope. Look for recent, specific accounts of communication, change orders, installation quality and issue resolution. Check the company identity and location before comparing ratings across websites.
Ask the company for references from a similar project and a written explanation of who handles unfinished work or warranty issues. This guide does not reproduce star ratings or claim that company testimonials are independent verification. The FTC’s contractor-hiring guidance offers additional checks.
Compare your kitchen purchasing options.
Bring your cabinet list, room measurements and competing product quote. HIBC can help with a kitchen design and purchasing comparison while you choose and contract with your installer independently.
Where HIBC belongs in the comparison
HIBC is a product-purchasing membership, not a remodeling contractor. Gold’s current first-year fee is $4,995; an additional year is optional and separately purchased for $495, with no automatic renewal. Compare your actual products, applicable membership fees, taxes, freight and installation against the alternatives. Savings and availability are not guaranteed.
The current membership offer has a conditional 30-day refund window if no orders have been placed. Read the current offer and terms before joining. This guide does not change membership, cancellation or product-order rights.
Questions buyers ask
Which company is the best kitchen remodeler in New York City?
There is no single verified winner in this guide. The right shortlist depends on your address, project scope, design needs and who will be responsible for installation. Use the profiles to ask comparable questions and verify current credentials and references.
Should I compare a cabinet supplier with a design-build remodeler?
Yes, if you separate product purchasing from construction. Ask the supplier what is excluded, obtain the installer’s written scope, and compare the combined cost and responsibilities with the design-build proposal.
Can these companies handle a primary bathroom too?
Some companies’ official materials describe bathroom work; others focus on cabinetry or kitchen services. Confirm the exact room and service scope directly. Our primary bathroom guide has a separate wet-area and product worksheet.
Research notes and sources
Selection uses publicly described kitchen, cabinetry or remodeling services relevant to this market. It is not a top-ten ranking, a market-share survey or a complete directory. Company websites establish what the businesses publish about themselves; they do not establish workmanship or independent customer satisfaction.
- Bakes & Kropp — official service information
- Bakes & Kropp — official service information
- Bilotta Kitchen & Home — official service information
- Bilotta Kitchen & Home — official service information
- Gallery KBNY — official service information
- Gallery KBNY — official service information
- German Kitchen Center — official service information
- German Kitchen Center — official service information
- Klein Kitchen & Bath — official service information
- Knockout Renovation — official service information
- Küche+Cucina — official service information
- Manhattan Center for Kitchen & Bath — official service information
- MyHome Renovation Experts — official service information
- NYKB — New York Kitchen & Bath — official service information
- NYC311 — Home Improvement Contractor License Check
- NYC guidance is not a New Jersey, Connecticut, Nassau, Suffolk or Westchester licensing determination. No candidate's legal entity or license was checked in this project.
Reviewed October 13, 2026 (UTC). Service areas, offers and availability can change. Verify the exact project address, contracting entity, credentials and written scope before signing or ordering. Published imagery illustrates room features and is not evidence of any listed company’s work.
