For a quarter of a century, New York Kitchen & Bath (NYKB), led by Founder and CEO Perry Hiiman, has been redefining residential renovation throughout New York City. Since opening its doors in 2001, the company has completed more than 5,000 renovation projects and built a strong reputation as a luxury design-build firm.
As NYKB reaches its 25-year milestone, Perry Hiiman is looking back on the company’s evolution, its role in shaping modern New York interiors, and changing homeowner expectations across the city.
A More Integrated Approach to Renovation
When NYKB was established in 2001, it was among the early New York City firms to embrace a comprehensive design-build model. Rather than requiring homeowners to manage separate designers, contractors, suppliers, and project managers, NYKB brought the major stages of renovation together through one integrated team.
From initial concepts and space planning to material sourcing, permits, construction, and installation, the company provides a coordinated process with one central point of responsibility. This approach has helped simplify what can otherwise be an overwhelming renovation experience, particularly in New York City’s highly regulated residential market.
Over the years, NYKB has expanded significantly. What began with a team of eight has grown into a workforce of more than 80 professionals. Today, the company completes roughly 50 full-scale renovation projects annually throughout the five boroughs, in addition to hundreds of kitchen, bathroom, apartment, and other residential projects.
Its Flatiron District showroom serves as the company’s flagship location and reflects NYKB’s focus on design, craftsmanship, and personalized client service. The firm has also earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, multiple Best of Houzz Service awards, and recognition for its continued commitment to customer satisfaction.
How Luxury Home Design Has Changed
NYKB’s 25th anniversary provides an opportunity to look at how New York’s residential interiors have changed over the past two decades.
According to Perry Hiiman’s experience, kitchens have evolved from primarily functional, enclosed work areas into central gathering spaces. Bathrooms have increasingly become private wellness environments, while renovation projects themselves have shifted from simple cosmetic improvements toward highly personalized investments in comfort, functionality, and lifestyle.
Perry can offer insight into the design movements that have shaped New York homes over the past 25 years, as well as the innovations influencing today’s renovation industry. Current homeowner priorities, including wellness, sustainable materials, smart-home technology, efficient use of space, and customized interiors, will also play a major role in defining the next generation of luxury residences.
Leadership in One of the World’s Most Challenging Markets
Running a renovation business in New York City requires more than design and construction expertise. Projects often involve complicated permitting procedures, building regulations, co-op and condominium approvals, and the logistical challenges of working within dense urban environments.
Over 25 years, Perry Hiiman has guided NYKB through changing economic conditions, evolving construction standards, and shifting homeowner expectations. His experience across thousands of projects provides a unique perspective on entrepreneurship, long-term business leadership, design, construction, and the future of urban living.
The company’s 25th anniversary is therefore both a celebration of its history and an opportunity to explore where residential design is heading next, and how New Yorkers will continue to rethink the spaces they call home.
About New York Kitchen & Bath (NYKB)
Founded in 2001, New York Kitchen & Bath (NYKB) is a New York City luxury design-build renovation company specializing in high-end kitchen and bathroom remodeling, complete apartment and townhouse renovations, commercial interiors, and insurance restoration.
Based in Manhattan’s Flatiron District, NYKB oversees the complete renovation journey, including design, space planning, material selection, permitting, construction, and final installation. By managing these services through an integrated team, the company delivers a streamlined experience designed around quality, communication, and accountability.
During its 25 years in business, NYKB has completed more than 5,000 renovation projects across New York City and expanded from its original eight-person team to more than 80 professionals. Under the direction of Founder and CEO Perry Hiiman, the company has developed extensive expertise in New York’s demanding renovation environment.
NYKB also offers a 10-year labor warranty and remains committed to craftsmanship, innovation, personalized service, and client satisfaction.
For more information about New York Kitchen & Bath, visit or visit the company’s flagship showroom at 8 West 25th Street, New York, NY 10010, in Manhattan’s Flatiron District. Follow NYKB on Instagram at @n.y.k.b for recent projects and design inspiration.
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