MWBE-CertifiedLicensed NY & NJFully InsuredFamily-Owned
Design Forward. Owner Led. Built Right. From the first walkthrough to the final
punch list, I'll walk you through the renovation with full transparency.
A husband-and-wife shop. 15+ years of trade experience. One accountable team.
Designs by D and J LLC is a family-owned, MWBE-certified design-build firm based in
Brooklyn. We bring architects, engineers, designers, expeditors, project managers and
builders under one roof — so design intent is protected from first sketch to final
punch list.
We work with homeowners, property managers, and business owners across NYC and
Northern NJ. Pre-war co-ops, brownstones, full-gut apartments, kitchens, baths,
basements, and commercial build-outs.
"If it can't be in our house, why should it be in yours?"
What we do
Services
01 Full Gut Home Remodeling
02 Kitchen Renovations
03 Bathroom Renovations
04 Brownstone Restoration & Renovation
05 Co-op & Pre-War Apartment Renovation
06 Basement & Attic Conversions
07 Apartment Combinations (Alt-1 filings)
08 Commercial Build-Outs
09 Design-Build & Owner's Rep Consulting
Park SlopeBrooklyn HeightsWilliamsburgBed-StuyFort GreeneClinton HillTribecaWest VillageUpper East SideUpper West SideHoboken / Jersey City
MWBE-certified (Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise)
NTCA member
COIs and license docs go straight to your co-op board or management company on request.
What areas do you serve? +
All five NYC boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island — plus
Northern NJ including Jersey City, Hoboken, and Newark. If you're in NYC or
Northern NJ, we've likely worked in your neighborhood.
Do you offer a free consultation? +
Yes. First walkthrough and estimate are free.
Book on Calendly
or just text me directly.
How does pricing work? +
Itemized, transparent estimates — no hidden costs after the contract. Rough NYC ranges:
Light Refresh: $15–60 / sq. ft.
Typical Full Gut Remodel: $100–200 / sq. ft.
High-End Gut Renovation: $200–400+ / sq. ft.
Northern NJ runs slightly lower. Final number lives in your written proposal.
How long does a renovation take? +
Typical NYC timelines, once permits and board approvals are in hand:
Bathroom (full gut): 3–4 weeks
Kitchen remodel: 4–6 weeks
Apartment combination: 4–6 months
Full-gut home renovation: 4–6 months
Do you handle permits, DOB filings, and co-op boards? +
Yes. We coordinate DOB filings, Alt-1 permits, expediters, architect/engineer
partners, and co-op/condo board alteration agreements. You don't chase paperwork.
Can you work in landmarked or historic buildings? +
Yes — Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) approvals included. We handle
drawings, submissions, and compliance for brownstones, townhouses, and pre-war buildings.
Do you provide a warranty? +
1-Year Workmanship Warranty on everything we install.
Manufacturer warranties on tile, fixtures, and appliances passed directly to you.
Extended coverage available on premium service packages.
Do I need a separate architect? +
For most kitchens, baths, and apartment renovations — no. Our in-house design team
handles layouts, 3D renderings, and finish selections. For structural work or
apartment combinations, we bring in licensed architects from our partner network
and manage the relationship for you.
What does design-build include? +
Three tiers depending on how hands-on you want us:
White Glove — all-inclusive: design, 3D renderings, permits, dedicated PM, construction, close-out.
Collaborative Design — you bring the plans, we file, build, and manage.
Build-Only — finalized plans and finishes? We execute.
How do you accept payment? Any financing? +
Zelle, checks, bank transfers, or major credit cards (processing fee may apply).
Flexible financing is also available through our lending partner —
Synchrony.
How do we get started? +
Tap Call, WhatsApp, or Email at the top — or
book a walkthrough.
Tell me about the space and what you're picturing. I'll take it from there.
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