New York City’s high-end apartments demand sophistication.

Custom Associates has been delivering that quality and expertise for over 35 years. We not only help people to get the homes they want, we do it with the minimum disturbance possible. From our custom woodworking and assembly studio in Chelsea, our cohesive team approach provides multiple skill sets and finds the very best ways of getting the job done. Fully licensed, insured, Covid-certified and ready for even the trickiest conversions and makeovers, we’re ready to take on your apartment or house.

Our scope of services includes carpentry, custom cabinet manufacturing, or assembly and installation of custom European millwork, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and air conditioning/humidification, audio-visual, lighting, tilework, bathrooms, windows, roof garden design and all other trades that make apartments and houses into exceptional living spaces.

PRIVATE SHOP IN MANHATTAN

West 27th Street in Chelsea.

We have our own cabinet shop on West 27th Street in Chelsea, allowing components to be fabricated offsite. With less fitting taking place in your home, the project can move faster.

WE HAVE ALL THE QUALIFICATIONS

Your Board Can Request

Licenses:

New York Contractor’s license.

Salesman’s license.

Lead-Safe Contractor’s license.

All site staff have passed the OSHA 30 safety class

Supervisors have passed an additional 30-hour Site Supervisor’s class

Covid:

All staff have passed the Covid-19 Site Safety and Protection Class

Insurance:

Custom Associates–and our team subcontractors– are licensed and insured.

We carry general liability insurance, Workers Compensation and disability policies.

DOB Approved

We’re registered with the New York City Department of Buildings and pre-approved with a tracking number so that our building permits are expedited.

THOMAS NEWMAN

Builder Since Childhood

CEO, Designer & Construction Partner
Bachelor of Fine Arts, New York University
Master of Fine Arts, New York University – Scenery & Lighting Design for Theatre and Film
Architectural Technology Degree from NY Institute of Technology

“My approach is that virtually anything can be built. Also, I give the kind of service I would love to get myself. Careful planning is an inherent part of our process, meaning minimal disruption. I’m certain it’s why we’re welcomed back by the best buildings in the city. If you have a dream, whether it’s a kitchen, an amazing bathroom or a full Cape Cod lighthouse on top of a 150-year old Manhattan building, I’m going to help you make it into a reality.”

Let's Make Your Project Happen