Award Winning Contemporary Village Renovation - W 12th St. NYC

Design, construction and interiors from concept to completion provided by renovation and design-build expert Paula McDonald.
Visit us at www.pmddllc.com/ or Contact us at [e-mail] or 212.633.0594
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What makes an apartment remodel in New York City's storied Village an award winner? Paula takes you through this beautiful transformation. This complete apartment renovation included Department of Building Permit, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, complete gut renovation, reconfiguration of closets and walls to expand the kitchen and create a small foyer/entrance separation, asbestos abatement, electric panel upgrade, all new doors, built ins, radiator covers and wall to wall covers, through the wall air conditioning unit with wall control and new wood floors throughout.
Design and construction from concept to completion provided by renovation and design-build expert Paula McDonald.
Construction Duration: 5 months
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[@thomasmalatesta7331]

This lady is an absolute genius. The best in her field.

[@pmddllc]

Thank you!

[@o.fr.8044]

The primary bathroom deserves 100 stars! The color of the tiling makes all of the difference. Wowwwww. Truly like a mini spa now!

[@esdrasramos4961]

I love the new kitchen nook Paula What a great idea

[@gardenlevel7385]

This is an amazing achievement. I live in an old building and my breaker panel controls three public spaces as well as some of the electrics in an upstairs unit. Why hasn't this been fixed yet? The enormity of the project even before considering the costs has been absolutely prohibitive. So when Paula M. discusses the labors that went into turning that panel, and remodeling the kitchen -- OMG! Hats off to this designer!

[@thomasmalatesta7331]

I am amazed at your combination of talent, practicality, elegance and creativity mesh together perfectly. Top of your field.

[@pmddllc]

Hey, thanks Thomas!! I believe that's what distinguishes me from my peers! 🙏❤️

[@shanesubanstudio3483]

Incredibly satisfying renovation. Great showcase, felt like I was there with you!

[@JustManuelT]

This renovation and video looks as if it where done yesterday...Love this ladies NY swagger..

[@joanwashington1371]

WOW! I binged watched these videos Saturday night. I know I'm on the late train but your renovations are absolutely fabulous! I stumbled upon your videos when I searched for home renovations.

[@andgo1400]

Paula never misses a chance to check herself out in a mirror during the walk throughs. Seriously though I can only appreciate this renovation after seeing the before video which I had missed the first time.Task at hand seemed overwhelming to me at first and I might not have the idea of expanding the kitchen the way she did.Bravo!

[@pmddllc]

Haha.. Thanks!

[@Commentator541]

Titles extending to the ceiling in the shower is such a great touch!!!

[@pmddllc]

Thanks. better for maintenance and I think the design aesthectic.. sometimes we do ceilings.. too!! depends on the space .. whether there is enough ventilation, etc..

[@sojournerhouse]

You have great taste. All, your renovations a superb.

[@sojournerhouse]

Ahh the tiny bathroom is divine.

[@robyn3349]

Your attention to detail is amazing!

[@sheri5326]

absolutely love the eating nook :D

[@jessicalamarre3345]

Love the creativity with this tiny kitchen!!

[@msl5131]

This turned out fantastic (you sound exhausted-LOL) I'm not surprised, sounds like this one had many hurdles! But you never cease to amaze me--the entire place is transformed with not a detail gone unnoticed. To think the board has trouble with anything that turns a place completely around, is hard to fathom. You deserved the recognition-well-done!

[@blessOTMA]

That kitchen is killer and I never saw a new wall add space before. Great job, Paula. Your vids go from nuts and bolts to fabulous finishes. Love the built ins too.

[@marina913]

This work is really beautiful and thoughtful for the space. Love it.

[@jo3lsilvaracidesigner946]

Congratulations Paula. Very well done and many details finely solved.

[@pmddllc]

Thank you!!

[@suesheification]

Love the neutral color palette

[@darcyregan1]

Paula I just stumbled upon your page and I think I’ve watched 10 videos already!! You do such beautiful work! I would lose my mind with the co op boards!! Love your work.

[@glenncheatham1320]

Amazing transformation! 🤗

[@sojournerhouse]

Absolutely beautiful as all your renovations I have viewed are!! May I ask what materials do you prefer for bath tubs. I am replacing a standard steel tub due to cracking around drain. I am not sure what material to use. It is in a recess 60" standard tub, 20 years old.

[@patriciaredick9849]

What a jewel box. Lovely.

[@joaocorreia1637]

Paula what a great renovation projects great use of space and praticalaty congratulations you'r the best

[@jayburris6252]

The kitchen is GREAT!

[@pmddllc]

I think so too!

[@detcordxxxi]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@Dathan]

Timeless design!

[@pinchofoomph]

I love everything. You are a marvel, Paula!

[@ergo322]

what a transformation with the bathroom-- claustrophobic to spalike

[@suemason4318]

Wow!!! Loved every inch!

[@pmddllc]

Thank you !!!

[@digitalrob06]

Love these videos and love your work!

[@PJZZZZ]

love the work you and your team does !

[@pmddllc]

Thanks!!

[@amy5ive]

Seriously impressed! Had to subscribe! I could watch your magic for hours! Great job!

[@pmddllc]

amy5ive Hey Amy!! Thank you!! so appreciated!! ❤️

[@dgarvoille]

Bravo! Or, brava, as the case may be! This video is 5 years old (almost) and the design aesthetic still looks up-to-date, IMO. If you were going to change anything today, what would it be?

[@pmddllc]

Thanks David! I missed this.. so sorry for the delay.. but if I could change anything I would not put marble on the kitchen countertops. That was the client's preference which requires more maintenance and care. But, we could not fid an alternative that looks like this stone.

[@Nelphoto]

Amazing Reno!!!

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

Honestly, I'm starting to feel like your stalker! ! I love New York, although it's 12 years since I was last there. I love your taste and the attention to detail. I just love watching your films and seeing the work of you and your team.

[@pmddllc]

Haha! Thank you!!

[@jessielu9734]

Love your design. Very good taste

[@pmddllc]

Thank you!!

[@vino140]

Lovely !

[@burplex8500]

Excellent style ;)

[@donicegreen7340]

Bing watching your videos. Love them! So interesting. I’m I. AZ so NOT used such small spaces

[@pmddllc]

Thanks!!

[@anneharkin168]

Great work

[@pmddllc]

Thank you Anne!

[@sojournerhouse]

Just perfectly gorgeous as usual!

[@jayburris6252]

Question- You mentioned the board was a problem. Was there something that effected the rest of the building? Why does the board care what is going on in individual apartments?

[@RoseSharon7777]

Awesome!!

[@sojournerhouse]

You are a fantastic designer! I love your color choices, counter material and tile! What is the wall color please. I am having a challenging time with white paint color for walls that go with traversing F.P., white trim and cabinets. Love the herringbone bathroom floor. So beautiful.

[@pmddllc]

Thank you!!

[@eleanar6252]

Νέστος... you should visit Nestos...it is beautiful...

[@anneharkin168]

Brilliant!

[@pmddllc]

Thanks Anne!

[@askquestionsplz]

my mom is also amazing at renovations and wants to get into the business of renovating clients homes versus flip projects she takes on - do you have any advice on how to get started? love your work!

[@joantrotter3005]

Not the world's smallest bathroom! I knew someone who made one in what was the large pantry and part of a lower cupboard. They did a sink in the toilet tank lid. They then had a buffet built in the dining room to rearrange what had been in the kitchen. Sold the next week, and before that had been listed so long the listing had expired.

[@Timmyh602]

you are amazing

[@wdestrempsmecke]

You're a New Yorker in all white. DONE.

[@MisterJeffy]

Al the most expensive products that can be crammed into nasty tiny spaces: bravo!

[@AgentAO7]

Not a fan of the dinette in the kitchen. I’d much rather have a continuous countertop for more preparation space. But overall, stunning apartment renovation & the use of every inch of space is genius.

[@robertstevenson364]

Paula , this is a great outfit for you, Don’t understand why an accomplished woman like you doesn’t know how to pronounce words like foyer or banquette ,

[@TerrapinInstitute]

Fabulous. might you provide dimensions of tiny bath? many thanks

[@AmosAmerica]

Hi Paula. Love your videos and the way you explain all the details. I have a NYC 5x7 foot bathroom too. I have been debating whether to get a shower rod or glass panel. I am looking to get a 30 x 60 inch Kohler belwether tub. How high and wide do you recommend the shower glass to be and where could one find it?

[@pmddllc]

Usually single glass panels are custom.. and height should at least have top of glass above the shower head by a few inches.. and width depends on the bathroom layout.. width depends on the layout.. and where the vanity /toilet is located. We usually want 33 inches assuming the shower head and controls are on the 30 in wall.. thanks!

[@AmosAmerica]

@@pmddllc Thank you so much! My bathroom is the same size and configuration as the one in this video shown at 8:40, so this information is greatly appreciated.

[@floxy20]

Price, roughly? Exterior shot of building & street?

[@pmddllc]

We use about $350 a sq ft to estimate .. that consistently gets proven with quotes of actual materials and labor.. Think we'll add that in future.. exterior of building...

[@AgentAO7]

I’m just wondering in the common bathroom, why you didn’t just interchange the location of the lavatory & toilet so at least the toilet is not so close to the door swing?

[@pmddllc]

That was because we did not remove the toilet drain.. was saving $$.

[@Tagg63]

I've never understood how the custom built air/heat cabinets work when the air flow does not come out from the top? The a/c units and radiators the air flows out from the middle so how is it redirected upwards?

[@pmddllc]

Air flow is supplied from the opening at the bottom, and the fan and duct inside the cabinet pushes the air out of the top.. the grill is at an angle.. 30 degrees.. it creates a circular air flow in the room..

[@suesheification]

Wall color?

[@missywhite6676]

How much did this renovation cost? How much is that apartment worth now? "Can you touch this?" Uhh, No!

[@jamesrivis620]

I love it though , hopefully, the clients are real slim, like Paula. Cabinet interiors are sooo outdated 70’s German...yukko. ‘Brick’ backsplash lame. Kitchen breakfast nook way too snug...I am getting the sense that she designs , not for average overweight middle aged Americans but for her own beautiful dimensions.Maybe when all the punch list is complete...? Try to sit on the can ...yikes.

[@richardwagman3473]

I love the renovation, but you sound completely bored in your presentations!