RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
Our mission is to foster a relationship with clients to create a home that is exclusively theirs.
ABOUT US
Godwin Residential Construction has completed hundreds of high-end residential projects since our founding in 1982. We have emphasized building a foundation of clear communication, yielding remarkable results for our clients, who return to us for their repeat projects.
Positive client experiences have long marked the professional life of the company, making Godwin not only one of the city’s premiere residential construction companies, but a valued service to be passsed from one generation to the next.
We take pride in the fact that a sizable number of new projects are referred to us by an ever expanding community of satisfied clients. Our reputation for excellence is well known, thanks in large part to our ongoing relationships with many talented architects and designers who entrust their construction projects to us.
COLLABORATE
We carefully consider the unique requirements of each client to craft the ideal custom solution. The hallmarks of a Godwin project are collaboration, communication, expertise and attention to detail — ensuring the best outcome for each project.
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Godwin continually goes above and beyond with the quality of work and detail.
— Johnson Henshaw
Our culture is driven by our hands-on approach to manage each project as if it were our only project. This offers maximum value through superior quality.
PROJECTS
MADISON AVENUE MODERN
This large four bedroom apartment in a gracious pre-war building has been completely transformed as the interiors were brought from dated to impeccably chic. Careful attention to detail and flawless craftsmanship are evident throughout the renovation.
All new finishes and mechanical system upgrades added to the overhaul and resulted in a striking modern residence. Working closely with prominent designer Jamie Drake, we carried out his creative vision in this successful renovation.
Drake/Anderson Design
The kitchen was completely demolished and rebuilt to an exacting standard. The honed marble flooring, sleek custom cabinetry, and stainless-steel detailing reflect the designer’s modern aesthetic.
FIFTH AVENUE SLEEK
The “before” state of this apartment in a notable Fifth Avenue building was dull and dated with an awkward layout, requiring a complete gut renovation. The design team created a sleek, ultramodern residence in tune with the needs of the new owner.
Our work encompassed a total reconstruction to create the new layout, with a focus on streamlined, precise details and luxurious materials – all crafted to exacting standards with no room for error. The transformation included construction of a spacious master suite, enlarged living room, office, luxurious bathrooms. and custom modern kitchen.
McIver Morgan Design
Previous page: The ample entrance hall sets the tone for the modern design and refined finish treatment throughout.
Construction of the curved feature wall, custom lighting trough, and venetian plaster wall finishes add drama and highlight our client’s art collection.
The kitchen reinforces the Zen-like modernism of the residence, with flawless cabinetry and materials that are crafted with precision.
Impeccable materials and details extend to the spalike bathrooms. The etched metal monolithic shower wall is a work of art in itself, accentuated by seamless fixtures and hardware.
Precision-matched waterfall marble features repeat on the custom vanity and shower bench, creating a retreat for the senses.
CENTRAL PARK OPULENCE
As is the case with many Godwin projects, this apartment required a complete gut renovation. In fact, only a single wall remained in its original location. The talented architect / designer team created a thoughtful design that echoes the art deco era of this wellknown landmark building. Luxurious materials and finishes were crafted with the utmost attention to detail, with a special emphasis on custom woodwork, moldings, and cabinetry. Intricately inlaid wood, marble, and metal elements presented a unique challenge and were crafted with perfection throughout.
Judson Interiors
Christian Ricci Architecture
Previous page: Intricate inlaid flooring of oak, walnut, and ebony were crafted with precision, creating a unique focal point in the entry hall.
Complex molding and millwork were exactingly constructed by our team, enhancing sumptuous design elements. Custom metalwork and hardware on the built-in closet doors extend the art deco building design.
The curved built-in banquette, marble inlaid flooring, custom millwork, and deep crown molding add drama to the well-appointed kitchen.
Perfectly matched marble counters and backsplash highlight the bespoke cabinetry.
The sleek mahogany cabinet, inlaid with nickel banding, slides open to reveal the TV. The integrated nickel trim on the marble fireplace mantel continues the classic art deco detailing.
A wall of built-in closets with an efficient desk area perfectly suit the client’s needs and highlight the precise workmanship and attention to detail on millwork throughout this project.
CHELSEA HIGH LINE
The design and meticulous execution of this boldly glamorous pied-à-terre overlooking the High Line is all about the details. We worked directly with the designer to accomplish the vision of his clients, passionate art collectors who live abroad. Flooded with natural light, the space seems to shimmer with reflective and highly lacquered surfaces, all of which we painstakingly crafted to achieve the desired effect. Flawless details, such as gold leaf wall panels and custom millwork, required careful execution by our team. This close collaboration resulted in client satisfaction and the added honor of being featured in Architectural Digest.
Neal Beckstedt Studio featured in AD
Millwork finishes frame a sleek, understated kitchen, perfect for entertaining.
Striking gold leaf wall panels add to the high drama of the space.
The organic shape of the elliptical coffered dropped ceiling required artisinal quality plasterwork and high gloss finishing by hand. Downlights and the hidden valance for the window treatment create a seamless profile.
Custom millwork was built into the wall to create a sleek bar area, adding layered dimension to the room.
Exactingly crafted wall finishes provide a flawless backdrop to the artwork collection throughout the apartment.
A GRAND HOTEL
Befitting its owner, a former Miss America, this residence in the landmark Sherry Netherland hotel is glowingly beautiful. What began as a cosmetic renovation quickly expanded to include all new bathrooms, a kitchen remodel, and custom millwork throughout.
In order to carry out the sophisticated, fresh design by CeCe Barfield, this project called for the utmost in craftsmanship, expertise, and attention to detail. Our white glove contracting services ensured that the renovation achieved the high style envisioned by the designer and client.
CeCe Barfield Inc. featured in LUXE Magazine
An ethereal lacquered ceiling reflects light and creates a warm glow throughout the living room.
Restored period plaster crown moldings and pilaster columns frame the unique black and white fireplace mantel.
The elegantly detailed vestibule separates entertaining areas from private quarters with three pair of seamless Harmon hinged doors. An intricate pattern of two types of marble has been expertly crafted on the vestibule flooring.
Custom built-in bookcases and millwork in a cerused oak finish are complemented by faux painted columns to match in the handsome library. Mirrors above the fireplace mantel are engineered to raise up to reveal the hidden television.
Kitchen cabinetry, also in a cerused oak finish, play off the adjacent study and elevate the galley kitchen into a design statement.
Behind the scenes: We tackled the significant challenges of upgrading complex electrical and plumbing systems that in earlier renovations by others had been routed through the common walls of neighboring apartments. Diplomacy with our client’s neighbors and expert workmanship within their apartments were mandatory.
FIFTH AVENUE CLASSIC
Working with esteemed designer
Eric Cohler, our team carried out his vision of a classic New York residence with a fresh, contemporary feel. The apartment, in a traditional downtown building near Washington Square Park, had not been updated in over 50 years. Our project scope included the gut demolition and complete reconstruction for this exquisite transformation. Attention to detail was first and foremost and our team crafted elaborate millwork, intricate herringbone hardwood floors, and luxurious surfaces and finishes throughout.
Eric Cohler Design
The library features traditional mahogany paneling and built-in bookcases.
Mirrored panels and gilded cove ceiling set the glamourous tone for the bar area.
Sumptuous materials such as rare crotched mahogany doors, crisp millwork, and marble inlaid flooring display careful attention to detail.
Deep blue paneled walls are lacquered to perfection in the handsome dining room.
The new kitchen is functional and maximizes space, with custom cabinetry and a dramatic monolithic marble slab backsplash.
Attention to detail continues in the cocoonlike bedroom which is wrapped in grey flannel upholstered walls.
A custom marble and chrome vanity, marble walls and flooring, and mirrored panels add drama in the luxe master bath.
LANDMARK DUPLEX
This duplex pied-à-terre in a highly sought after Rosario Candela building on Fifth Avenue hadn’t been updated in decades and required a significant renovation to suit the owner’s empty nest lifestyle. Two of the bedrooms overlooking Central Park were combined into an expansive master suite with his-and-her bathrooms and generous closets.
In addition to the complete layout transformation, our services extended to mechanical and structural improvements including a four-zone central AC system, asbestos abatement, refurbished steel Juliet balcony window, and new iron staircase.
McIver Morgan Design
The living room reflects the period elegance of the Rosario Candela design, with a marble-clad fireplace as focal point.
New, elegantly curved iron staircase has a custom designed balustrade and luxurious leather handrail.
First page: The formal dining room was reimagined as a den, with lacquered walls and crown molding, built-in cabinetry, and spacesaving pocket door.
The luxurious master suite has impeccable details including seamlessly built-in TV, dressing area with hidden pocket doors, and contrasting wood trim.
The streamlined SieMatic kitchen, with lacquer cabinetry and integrated hardware, make for a modern counterpoint in this classic residence.
The butler’s pantry was rebuilt as a breakfast room with wide opening into the kitchen and practical built-in leather banquette.
LIGHT & AERIE
Our team oversaw the complete transformation of this full floor penthouse apartment in a landmarked pre-war co-op building near Central Park. The apartment is surrounded on three sides by an ample terrace, bringing in light and spectacular views. Our work included the full reconstruction, addition of central air conditioning, and craftsmanship of sophisticated finishes to create this luxurious residence. We also worked with our client to acquire the common hallway from the co-op which provides private access from the elevator directly into the apartment, a vast improvement to the circulation and layout.
McIver Morgan Design
The new dining room and foyer feature custom paneling and coffered ceilings.
First page: The living room is flooded with light, accentuating the custom built-ins and fireplace mantel.
The elegant private entry with marble flooring was created from the newly acquired common hallway.
The stately library features mahogany paneling and built-ins. Doors, faux painted to match the mahogany paneling, lead to the terrace overlooking Central Park.
The large gourmet kitchen is fitted out with custom cabinetry and marble slab countertops and backsplash, creating an efficient and timeless design.
As part of the gut renovation, new en suite bathrooms were added to each bedroom. The bathrooms’ custom mosaic flooring and marble vanity tops extend the elegance and attention to detail.
ONE FIFTH
Our team oversaw the complete transformation of this full floor penthouse apartment in a landmarked pre-war co-op building near Central Park. The apartment is surrounded on three sides by an ample terrace, bringing in light and spectacular views. Our work included the full reconstruction, addition of central air conditioning, and craftsmanship of sophisticated finishes to create this luxurious residence. We also worked with our client to acquire the common hallway from the co-op which provides private access from the elevator directly into the apartment, a vast improvement to the circulation and layout.
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As part of the gut renovation, new en suite bathrooms were added to each bedroom. The bathrooms’ custom mosaic flooring and marble vanity tops extend the elegance and attention to detail.
As part of the gut renovation, new en suite bathrooms were added to each bedroom. The bathrooms’ custom mosaic flooring and marble vanity tops extend the elegance and attention to detail.
As part of the gut renovation, new en suite bathrooms were added to each bedroom. The bathrooms’ custom mosaic flooring and marble vanity tops extend the elegance and attention to detail.
As part of the gut renovation, new en suite bathrooms were added to each bedroom. The bathrooms’ custom mosaic flooring and marble vanity tops extend the elegance and attention to detail. The bathrooms’ custom mosaic flooring and marble vanity tops extend the elegance and attention to detail.
CHO PARK
This three-bedroom, three bathroom apartment in a post-war building on the Upper East Side was gutted and reconfigured to meet the needs of its new owners, a newlywed couple. Throughout the apartment, careful consideration has been given to lighting, color schemes, and material selection. Large windows allow natural light to flood the rooms, enhancing the sense of space and openness. A neutral palette is a backdrop for carefully curated furnishings and artwork, creating a sophisticated yet comfortable atmosphere.
John B. Murray Architect
This project serves as an inspiration for those looking to breathe new life into historic properties. It demonstrates that with vision, expertise, and a deep respect for architectural heritage, it’s possible to create a living space that honors the past while fully embracing the present.
The Cho Park Project is more than just a renovation; it’s a celebration of New York City’s architectural heritage and a nod to contemporary living. By preserving the classic six layout – a hallmark of pre-war Manhattan apartments – while infusing it with modern sensibilities, here is a home that feels both timeless and thoroughly of the moment.
Intricate ceiling details, customcrafted doors, and meticulously restored moldings preserve the timeless historical aesthetic of a classic New York apartment.
The library, in particular, exemplifies the project’s commitment to blending traditional and contemporary design elements. Murray has created a modern take on the classic library, featuring Cerused White Oak accents that add warmth and texture to the space. This technique, which highlights the wood’s natural grain, creates a striking visual impact while maintaining a sense of timeless elegance.
Photographer: Rick Marder
HOTEL LUXURY
In the heart of the city, a remarkable transformation has taken place. A historic hotel building, once a bustling hub for travelers, has been expertly converted into an exclusive condominium complex. Among these newly minted residences, one stands out as a testament to innovative design and thoughtful renovation.
This unique project began when our discerning client purchased two adjacent units with the vision of combining them into a single, expansive pied-à-terre. The result is a stunning urban retreat that seamlessly blends the building’s rich history with contemporary living spaces tailored to the owner’s sophisticated tastes and lifestyle.
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At the core of this renovation is an impressive open-concept living area. The reimagined space flows effortlessly from living area to the dining room, creating an ideal setting for both intimate gatherings and larger social events. This layout not only enhances the sense of comfort but also allows the sense of history to permeate the entire area, highlighting the carefully curated décor and architectural details.
REGAL ROVERS
In the heart of the city, a remarkable transformation has taken place. A historic hotel building, once a bustling hub for travelers, has been expertly converted into an exclusive condominium complex. Among these newly minted residences, one stands out as a testament to innovative design and thoughtful renovation.
This unique project began when our discerning client purchased two adjacent units with the vision of combining them into a single, expansive pied-à-terre.
The result is a stunning urban retreat that seamlessly blends the building’s rich history with contemporary living spaces tailored to the owner’s sophisticated tastes and lifestyle.
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Attention to detail continues in the cocoonlike bedroom which is wrapped in grey flannel upholstered walls.
A custom marble and chrome vanity, marble walls and flooring, and mirrored panels add drama in the luxe master bath.
Process
The Godwin team prides itself in providing white glove professional service every step of the way. Our methodical processes make the owner’s experience as smooth as possible, no matter the complexity of the project.
Each project is assigned a dedicated Project Manager, the owner’s point person for every aspect of the project, and a Site Superintendent, who oversees daily construction activities and coordinates the trades. Our decades of experience and impeccable communication protocols ensure a seamless process for our clients.
In this complex loft renovation, a former garage was transformed into a three bedroom apartment with an open plan live/work space. In addition to construction management of this gut renovation, we worked on behalf of the owner to negotiate a substantial settlement after a roof leak caused significant water damage. Photos on these pages show the space before and after.
LEADERSHIP
Steve Godwin President
Steve Godwin founded the firm in 1982, with the mission to provide white glove residential construction services for discerning New York City homeowners, architects, and designers. With close to 40 years of wideranging construction experience, he excels at navigating the bureaucratic challenges and complexities of renovating New York’s aging residential buildings. Over 60% of his body of work are projects in landmarked buildings, where he has applied his skills and experience to surmount the formidable challenges of the most complex building projects.
Steve is committed to the highest quality, client-focused service. His enduring relationships with the trades, often spanning generations, have yielded invaluable alliances and the best outcomes for client projects.
“ To finish within the time constraints and the highest quality standards of some of the most respected designers in the country is an incredibly satisfying and proud experience for our firm.”
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