The six-month remodel required extensive planning, structural coordination, and creative problem-solving to reimagine the apartment while working within the unique limitations of a multi-unit high-rise building.
Aptitude Design & Build collaborated closely with homeowner Bob Glatz to bring the designer’s vision to life through detailed construction planning, careful execution, and consistent communication throughout the project.
A Full Apartment Transformation
The renovation included significant structural and interior updates throughout the apartment, including:
Removal of multiple walls
Ceiling height modifications
New electrical wiring
LED lighting installation
Floor refinishing
Layout reconfiguration
Modern finish updates
The result is a space that feels dramatically more open, modern, and refined while still maintaining warmth and livability.
The updated design balances contemporary materials and clean architectural lines with softer textures and lighting, creating an atmosphere well suited for upscale urban living.
Navigating the Challenges of High-Rise Remodeling
Remodeling within a multi-unit building introduced several technical and logistical challenges that required careful coordination and creative construction solutions.
Because many of the apartment walls were concrete rather than standard drywall construction, routing electrical wiring required a different approach than a traditional residential remodel. Aptitude Design & Build ran wiring above the ceiling and behind newly extended wall areas to bring power to the appropriate locations while maintaining the clean finished appearance of the design.
One of the most complex elements of the renovation involved raising the ceiling height within the bathroom. Completing this work required coordination with an adjoining unit, including temporarily accessing neighboring space to make the necessary structural modifications.
The existing floors also presented challenges, as the surface was significantly uneven when construction began. To correct this, Aptitude used a self-leveling epoxy system before installing the finished flooring, creating a smooth and level final result.
Detailed Planning and Communication Throughout the Process
Because of the complexity of the remodel, detailed pre-construction planning played a major role in the project’s success.
According to the homeowner, one of the deciding factors in choosing Aptitude Design & Build was the team’s attention to detail and ability to clearly communicate how the designer’s vision could realistically be executed within the constraints of the building.
Throughout the renovation, Aptitude maintained close communication regarding project updates, construction challenges, and cost considerations as the work progressed.
A Modern High-Rise Designed for Everyday Living
The finished apartment now feels dramatically different from the original layout — brighter, more open, and carefully tailored to the homeowner’s lifestyle.
This project demonstrates how thoughtful planning, technical expertise, and strong communication can successfully transform even highly complex urban remodeling projects into refined and highly functional living spaces.
