Knockout Renovation

What Knockout Renovation does

Knockout Renovation is a privately-held, founder-owned residential design-build remodeling firm incorporated and operating in New York City since 1992. The company provides integrated interior design, product procurement, and construction services for homeowners undertaking kitchen, bathroom, full-apartment, brownstone/townhouse, basement, senior/aging-in-place, living room, and home office renovations, with projects ranging from roughly $35K cosmetic bathrooms to $1M+ full brownstone gut renovations. Its operational footprint is limited to Manhattan and Brooklyn, served through a single headquarters and product showroom at 134 W 26th St #1000, NYC HIC #1441391.

Name

Knockout Renovation

Legal name

Knockout Renovation

Website

https://knockoutrenovation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Knockout Renovation is a privately-held, founder-owned design-build residential remodeling firm founded in 1992 in New York City, serving Manhattan and Brooklyn homeowners with integrated interior design, product procurement, and construction for kitchen, bathroom, apartment, and brownstone renovations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Home Remodeling Services

NAICS

Residential Remodelers (236118)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Full Gut Renovation (Studs-Out Remodel) (HSAPAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Whole-Home Renovation (High-End Finishes & Custom Build) (HSAPAEAI), Interior Layout Changes & Space Replanning (Non-Structural) (HSAPAFAJ)

Keywords

• Design-build remodeling
• Kitchen renovation
• Bathroom renovation
• Apartment renovation
• Brownstone restoration

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Design-Build Renovation Services: Full-service renovation services including interior design, product sourcing/supply, and construction. Revenue generated through project-based fees for kitchens, bathrooms, apartments, brownstones, and full-home renovations. Pricing ranges from $35,000 (basic bathroom) to $1M+ (full brownstone gut renovation).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Knockout Renovation is a full-service residential design-build remodeling firm that integrates interior design, product procurement, and construction under a single Designer Project Manager for homeowners in Manhattan and Brooklyn. The company delivers turnkey home renovations — kitchens, bathrooms, apartments, brownstones, basements, and senior modifications — with project fees ranging from $35,000 to over $1M. Sourcing includes hundreds of premium brands (Sub-Zero, Kohler, Caesarstone, etc.), and the build is supported by an industry-leading 7-year warranty and weekly progress invoicing.

Product overview

Knockout Renovation is a full-service home remodeling company offering design, products, and construction under one roof. The core offering is the Design Build & Beyond platform, which integrates interior design, product selection, and construction into a single streamlined process with one point of contact. The company specializes in renovation services including Full Home Renovation, Apartment Renovation, Combine Apartments, Kitchen Renovation, Luxury Bathroom Renovation, Basement Finishing, Senior Remodeling, Brownstone & Townhouse Remodeling, Living Room Remodeling, and Home Office Remodeling. Additionally, the company offers curated product categories for kitchens (cabinetry, countertops, appliances from brands like Sub-Zero, Miele, Caesarstone) and bathrooms (vanities, fixtures, tile from Kohler, Grohe, TOTO), sourced through authorized dealer relationships with hundreds of manufacturers. Supporting services include free consultation, transparent self-service pricing, and a referral program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Full Home Renovation Comprehensive whole-home renovation covering every room, product, and trade under one streamlined process from design through construction, for NYC homeowners.
• Apartment Renovation NYC apartment renovations with curated products tailored to lifestyle, handling co-op and condo board requirements, building regulations, and noise ordinances for individual apartment owners.
• Combine Apartments Renovation Seamlessly merging adjacent apartment units with coordinated design and products, including structural engineering, permit management, and co-op/condo board approval, for NYC homeowners combining units.
• Kitchen Renovation Full-service kitchen transformation including custom cabinetry, countertops, professional-grade appliances, plumbing, electrical, and finish carpentry for NYC homeowners. Pricing ranges $45,000-$150,000+ (cosmetic vs. full gut).
• Luxury Bathroom Renovation Spa-inspired bathroom remodeling featuring luxury fixtures, custom tile work, heated floors, and innovative storage solutions. Pricing ranges $35,000-$90,000+.
• Basement Finishing Transforming underutilized basements into functional living spaces with proper waterproofing, lighting, climate control, and premium finishes for NYC homeowners.
• Senior Remodeling / Aging-in-Place Safe, comfortable home modifications for independent living including walk-in showers, grab bars, non-slip flooring, and smart home technology, for senior NYC homeowners aging in place.
• Brownstone & Townhouse Remodeling Historic brownstone and townhouse renovation preserving original details while upgrading systems, with landmark compliance expertise, for Brooklyn and Manhattan homeowners. Pricing ranges $100,000-$1M+.
• Living Room Remodeling Living space design and renovation with custom millwork, designer lighting, open-concept layouts, and premium finishes for NYC homeowners.
• Home Office Remodeling Dedicated workspace creation including custom built-in desks, shelving, ergonomic layouts, acoustic insulation, and smart home integration for NYC homeowners.
• Design Build & Beyond Integrated design-build approach combining design, product selection, and construction under one roof with single point of contact throughout the project — the firm's flagship operating platform.
• Free In-Home Consultation Free in-home consultation and design presentation services to assess spaces, discuss visions, and provide initial conceptual drawings, for prospective NYC renovation customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 627+ completed projects over 30+ years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Sub-ZerominorOthersPremium appliance partner for kitchen renovations. Sub-Zero refrigerators and freezers featured in high-end kitchen projects.
• CaesarstoneminorOthersCountertop partner offering quartz surfaces for kitchen and bathroom projects.
• KohlerminorOthersMajor plumbing fixture and bathroom product partner for faucets, showerheads, toilets, tubs, and accessories.
• GroheminorOthersPremium bathroom fixture partner for shower heads, controls, and faucets.
• Masterpiece CabinetsminorOthersCustom cabinetry partner for kitchen renovations offering premium cabinet solutions.
• BuildertrendcoreTechnology or IntegrationProject management software platform for client access, project tracking, progress communication, and team collaboration throughout the renovation process.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Sweeten: Manhattan-based renovation marketplace that matches homeowners with pre-vetted general contractors for residential projects. Directly comparable because both target NYC homeowners seeking design-build renovation services, though Sweeten acts as a marketplace intermediary rather than performing the work itself.

Direct peers

• Bakes & Kropp: Long-established Manhattan-based luxury kitchen and bath design firm with a showroom and full design-build services. Directly comparable because of overlapping NYC luxury kitchen/bath clientele, integrated design and product offerings, and premium positioning.
• Gallery Kitchens & Bath: Brooklyn showroom and design-build firm specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Comparable target customer (NYC homeowners), product-showroom-plus-installation model, and similar mid-to-premium price tier.
• Bolster: NYC-based design-build residential renovation company offering full-home, kitchen, and bathroom remodeling with a tech-enabled client experience. Directly comparable in market (Manhattan/Brooklyn), service mix, and integrated design-build positioning.
• JK Design Build: NYC-based design-build firm serving Manhattan and Brooklyn homeowners for full-home and apartment renovations. Comparable on integrated design-build service model, NYC geographic focus, and apartment-combination capabilities.

Broad incumbents

• Re-Bath: National bathroom-remodeling franchise with a structured, scaled operating model covering many metro areas including the Northeast. Comparable on bathroom renovation product line but at meaningfully broader scale and lower price-tier on average than Knockout's luxury positioning.
• Home Depot Installation Services: National big-box retailer that bundles kitchen and bath installation through a network of contractors. Adjacent comparable for lower-ticket projects Knockout does not serve; customers shopping for cosmetic renovations may compare the two.

Regional players

• Renovate Right NYC: Residential renovation contractor operating in the NYC metro with kitchen, bath, and full-home services. Comparable target customer and service mix, though typically operating at a more mid-market price tier than Knockout's luxury focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/knockoutrenovtn

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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