Bathroom Renovations in Manhattan
A beautifully renovated bathroom should feel considered in every detail. Stanton brings thoughtful planning and skilled craftsmanship to Manhattan bathrooms, creating spaces where materials, fixtures, lighting, storage, and finishes come together with a sense of purpose.
Thoughtful Work. Exceptional Craftsmanship.
Thoughtful planning and careful craftsmanship come together in this Manhattan renovation, from the larger transformation to the finishing details.
17-Week Project Timeline
Carefully coordinated from initial construction through the final stages of the renovation.
See the transformation of this Manhattan apartment, from the original space through the renovation in progress.
Manhattan Bathroom Renovations, Thoughtfully Executed
Bathrooms are often among the smallest rooms in a home, but they're also some of the most detailed. Tile, stone, plumbing fixtures, cabinetry, lighting, glass, hardware, and waterproofing all need to work together within a relatively compact space.
Stanton Construction manages bathroom renovations throughout Manhattan with close attention to both the visible finishes and the construction behind them. We coordinate the trades, materials, fixtures, scheduling, and installation details required to bring the room together properly.
Whether you're updating a primary bath, guest bathroom, or powder room, we start by understanding what you want from the space. From there, we approach each decision with an eye toward everyday function, lasting craftsmanship, and a finished room that feels at home with the rest of your residence.
Why Bathroom Renovations Are Different In Manhattan
Bathrooms in Manhattan homes often require thoughtful use of space, particularly when you're working within an existing footprint. Plumbing locations, building systems, access, and renovation requirements can all influence the possibilities, making careful planning especially important.
Space & Layout
A bathroom doesn't necessarily need to become larger to work better. Thoughtful choices about fixtures, storage, and layout can make better use of the space that's already there.
- Fixture placement and clearances
- Custom vanities and storage
- Showers, tubs, and glass enclosures
Plumbing & Building Conditions
Changes that appear simple on the surface can affect plumbing, waterproofing, electrical work, ventilation, and surrounding construction.
- Existing plumbing locations
- Waterproofing and substrate preparation
- Electrical and ventilation considerations
Building Requirements
In Manhattan apartments, bathroom work may also need to comply with requirements established by the building or managing agent.
- Alteration and contractor requirements
- Approved work hours
- Deliveries and debris removal
What Can Be Part of a Bathroom Renovation?
We Care for Your Home as If It Were Our Own
How We Work
01
Consultation & Planning
We start by understanding your existing bathroom, what isn't working, and what you want from the new space. From there, we work through construction details, fixtures, materials, building requirements, and the plan for the work ahead.
02
Construction & Coordination
Once work begins, we coordinate plumbing, electrical work, tile, stone, cabinetry, fixtures, and other trades while keeping you informed as the bathroom takes shape.
03
Completion & Walkthrough
As construction wraps up, we review the room closely, address final details, and walk through the finished bathroom with you before considering the project complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost depends on the size and existing condition of the bathroom, whether the layout or plumbing is changing, and the cabinetry, tile, stone, fixtures, glass, and other materials selected. A renovation that keeps major fixtures in their existing locations is very different from one that substantially reconfigures the room. We prefer to understand the space and intended scope before having a meaningful budget conversation.
The timeline depends on the scope of work, building requirements, material lead times, and the amount of custom work involved. Demolition, plumbing and electrical work, waterproofing, tile installation, cabinetry, glass, fixtures, and finish work also need to happen in the proper sequence. We establish a schedule around the specific project rather than applying the same timeline to every bathroom.
Potentially. Moving a toilet, shower, tub, or vanity can affect plumbing, waterproofing, electrical work, ventilation, and sometimes building approvals. Existing conditions can also limit where certain fixtures can practically be located. We evaluate those factors before determining whether a proposed layout makes sense.
Yes. Improving a bathroom doesn't always require adding square footage. A better vanity configuration, more useful storage, thoughtfully sized fixtures, improved lighting, glass rather than opaque barriers, and careful use of the available footprint can all change how the room functions and feels.
Yes. Custom cabinetry can be particularly useful in Manhattan bathrooms where standard vanity sizes don't make the best use of the available space. A custom vanity can be designed around the room, storage needs, plumbing, sinks, stone, hardware, and surrounding finishes so it feels integrated into the bathroom rather than simply placed within it.
Tile and stone aren't the only things keeping water out of the underlying construction. Showers and other wet areas need properly prepared substrates and waterproofing systems behind the finished surfaces. Taking care with this stage helps protect the surrounding construction and is one of the reasons the quality of a bathroom renovation can't be judged solely by its visible finishes.
Often, particularly if another functioning bathroom is available. The answer becomes more complicated if it's the home's only bathroom or if the project is part of broader construction affecting utilities and other rooms. We discuss expected interruptions and access before work begins so you can plan around them.
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High-End Residential Construction & Renovation in Manhattan