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Ossining Farm Kitchen

Kitchen Renovation: Ossining Farm Kitchen

Kaja Gam Design, Inc. maximized space in this farm kitchen by incorporating a back porch for additional storage. A continuous counter makes the best use of space in this narrow kitchen. A shallow bank of cabinets houses glasses, candelabras and vases. The fridge is placed opposite a shallow bank of base cabinets to make room for the […]

basement-door-1 Basement Renovation: Kitchen, Gym, Wine Cellar and a Barn Door

Basement Renovation: Kitchen, Gym, Wine Cellar and a Barn Door

Partnering with Ken Skalski this basement was re-invisioned as a multi-purpose space including a gym, full bath, play space, kitchen and wine cellar. A 6ft barn door was added between the home gym and play space to provide privacy. Ken distressed the door creating a rustic and unique feel. He is also responsible for the […]

Cortlandt Manor Kitchen

Kitchen Renovation: Cortlandt Manor Kitchen

It’s all in the details. This beautiful Cortlandt Manor kitchen was custom designed by Kaja Gam Design, Inc. The generous and friendly kitchen is perfect for cooking and spending time with family. A narrow island runs through the center holding glasses, vases and boasts additional storage. The pantry features custom frosted glass panels and vegetable […]

Major Renovation: Harlem NY City 2 Bedroom Apartment

Living Rooms: Harlem NY City 2 Bedroom Apartment

Kaja Gam transformed this 2,000 square foot, loft-like condo on the penthouse floor into a harmonious showpiece apartment! The result is a space both the husband and wife agree that they love living and entertaining in. The owners of a new Harlem NY City 2 Bedroom Apartment needed a full update to accommodate their needs and […]

Zen Modern Spa in the Woods

Zen Modern Spa in the Woods

Introducing a zen modern spa in the woods. A cool retreat with a deep soaking tub, and custom built bamboo accessory wall. Comfort and mininal design is part of this spa with a built-in seat and a shower that lets the exterior and interor blend. It is all in the details We custom built the […]

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The Importance of Flow for Outdoor Living

Anyone who’s involved in home design, construction, or renovation talks a lot about flow – the interior flow of a house, how rooms and hallways connect, and the access between floors. In the summertime, it’s the flow between the inside and the outside of a home that becomes of paramount importance. Here’s where some thoughtful […]

Creating a Harmonious Showpiece Apartment; Helping design opposites attract

A Manhattan couple, Rick and Martha, hired Kaja Gam Design to do a complete make-over for their new Harlem apartment—a 2,000 square foot, loft-like condo on the penthouse floor. They wanted something different from the apartment they had just left, and they wanted it to be impressive. The problem was that Rick and Martha had […]

Kaja Gam Design of Ossining Receives Best Of Houzz 2015 Award: Her 4th Consecutive Year

Over 25 Million Monthly Unique Users Rated Top-Rated Home Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals in the United States and Around the World Ossining, NY, February 26, 2015 – Kaja Gam Design of Ossining has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” for Customer Satisfaction by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 22-year old full-service restoration […]

6 Golden Rules of Home Renovation; What investments are important now.

Here is what our clients are telling us about what home renovations are paying off for them. Some decisions you make now will impact what renovations you will take this year and into the next. Coming out of a pleasant, albeit short summer, August and September were busy months with planning and decision making for […]

The Bathroom Spa: A case study

Converting a Basement into a Luxury Home Spa When a client asked Kaja Gam Design to convert the entire lower level of her home into a bathroom spa, they welcomed the opportunity and immediately said “YES.” The setting was perfect for a spa as it had ample space for a freestanding tub and sauna, a […]