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In the News

Latest insights and coverage from leading publications

Kitchen & Bath Design News
Auguest 5 , 2025

Alliance Links Remodeling Firms To Prospective Home Buyers

Chapter, a full-service design-build firm that specializes in home renovations, additions and kitchen/bathroom remodels, has unveiled a “first-of-its-kind” alliance that connects home buyers and sellers to renovation firms through Compass, a leading real-estate services company.

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House Digest logo
July 7, 2025

Compass partners with Chapter for home renovation services

Brokerage giant Compass has formed a new alliance with Chapter, to offer its clients a full suite of home renovation services. The collaboration aims to integrate renovation planning directly into the home sales process, allowing Compass agents to provide home sellers and buyers with Chapter’s remodeling capabilities in New York, Florida, Connecticut and New Jersey.e relaxed elegance of a Hamptons-style garden.

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Homes & Gardens logo
July 30, 2025

My goal for this summer was to make my backyard feel like a Nancy Meyers movie - these are the 6 patio ideas that got me there

Homes & Gardens features Chapter founder Eli Moyal in a guide to creating Nancy Meyers-inspired patios. In the article, Eli shares expert tips on crafting timeless outdoor spaces—highlighting the importance of structure, texture, and flow to achieve the relaxed elegance of a Hamptons-style garden.

Read Article
House Digest logo
july 3, 2025

Outdoor furniture and decor items designers actually buy at IKEA

Dorothy Weise, interior design department lead at Chapter, shares her tips in exclusive interview with House Digest on outdoor furniture and décor items.

Read Article
Architectural Digest logo
July 30, 2025

28 New York Builders and Contractors You Need to Know From the AD PRO Directory

Architectural Digest has named Chapter Top #3 contractor in New York City, spotlighting the firm in a feature on standout builders from the AD PRO Directory. The article highlights Chapter’s reputation for quality renovations and its growing presence across New York’s high-end residential market.

Read Article
House Digest logo
june 28, 2025

Porch trends you won't be able to avoid in 2025

As front porches reclaim their spotlight, design-forward features like blended indoor-outdoor spaces and classic stone flooring are shaping 2025 trends. Chapter is watching these shifts, helping homeowners balance curb appeal with lasting comfort and style.

Read Article
HousingWire logo
June 25, 2025

Compass, Chapter partner on home renovations

Compass and Chapter enter into a partnership to integrate design and remodeling services into the home buying and selling processes across markets in New York, Florida, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Read Article
May 23, 2025

Eli Moyal of Chapter on five things you need to know to succeed in the Real Estate industry

What does it take to thrive in real estate? Chapter CEO Eli Moyal shares the five principles that have shaped his journey from embracing data to never underestimating grit.

Read Article
Yahoo Finance logo
June 25, 2025

Chapter revolutionizes home buying by partnering with leading real estate brokerage

In a first-of-its-kind partnership, Chapter now teams up with Compass to simplify the home-buying process blending renovation insight with real estate expertise so buyers can confidently envision a home’s full potential from day one. Compass, Chapter partner on home renovations.

Read Article
Benzinga logo
May 20, 2025

Chapter welcomes Dorothy Weise as Interior Design Department Lead

Chapter welcomes Dorothy Weise as Interior Design Department Lead—bringing over a decade of experience crafting stylish, functional spaces and guiding the studio’s creative vision for next‑level client experiences.

Read Article
EIN Presswire logo
June 5, 2025

Chapter promotes Sami Majdalani to managing partner responsible for growth in Westchester and Connecticut

With years of experience leading complex renovations, Sami Majdalani steps into a new role at Chapter, guiding the company’s growth and deepening its roots across Westchester and Connecticut.

Read Article
Brick Underground logo
Apr 17, 2025

Now is the best time to renovate, beat the tariffs!

Chapter COO & Founder Eli Moyal shares why now is the best time to renovate, to beat rising tariffs on time as they could drive up renovation costs in New York, impacting homeowners planning upgrades, and why planning ahead with the right team has never been more important.

Read Article
Investopedia logo
Apr 12, 2025

How to stay ahead of pricing and secure project timelines amid tariff changes.

With material costs rising due to tariffs, Eli Moyal, COO & Founder at Chapter breaks down what homeowners can do now to stay ahead of price increases and secure project timelines...

Read Article
Commercial Observer logo
Apr 4, 2025

How tariffs affect commercial real estate?

Chapter’s founder Eli Moyal explains how new material‑tariffs, especially on glass—are inflating costs for office developers, impacting project budgets and timelines, and emphasizes the importance of expert design‑build partnerships to mitigate unexpected expenses.

Read Article
Daily Mail logo
Apr 12, 2025

How much will tariffs increase renovation cost for homeowners?

Homeowners looking to renovate their kitchen or bathroom should expect to see a 10 percent cost increase at the most, in most cases it'll be much lower than that – Eli Moyal, COO & Founder at Chapter...

Read Article
Mansion Global logo
Apr 03, 2025

Carrara marble to window walls: tariffs hit on core of luxury home design

As tariffs hit high-end materials like stone and glass, luxury home finishes are getting more expensive. Chapter’s Eli Moyal shares how these changes are impacting design decisions and why European sourcing is under close watch.

Read Article
Commercial Observer logo
Apr 6, 2025

Sunday summary: the Manhattan office market’s return to form

Chapter highlights the resurgence in Manhattan’s office leasing, driven by a surge in Class A and Class B demand and conversions, offering insights on navigating evolving commercial trends and why strategic renovation partnerships matter now.

Read Article
Market Watch logo
Mar 14, 2025

Want to make more money selling your house? Mention these features in the listing.

Eli Moyal, COO & Founder at Chapter explains how strategic renovations - especially using premium, sought-after finishes can significantly increase a home’s resale value...

Read Article
Off The Market logo
Mar 5, 2025

Why homeowners are choosing to renovate instead of buy amid rising costs and high interest rates

In today’s economic climate, the American dream of homeownership is evolving. High mortgage rates, inflation, and shifting consumer priorities have led homeowners to rethink their housing choices. Instead of entering an uncertain and expensive real estate market, many are opting to invest in renovations, transforming their current homes into dream spaces.

Read Article
Mar 5, 2025

Why homeowners are choosing to renovate instead o...

In today’s economic climate, the American dream of homeownership is evolving. High mortgage rates, inflation, and shifting consumer priorities have led homeowners to rethink their housing choices. Instea...

Read Article
Mar 5, 2025

Why homeowners are choosing to renovate instead o...

In today’s economic climate, the American dream of homeownership is evolving. High mortgage rates, inflation, and shifting consumer priorities have led homeowners to rethink their housing choices. Instea...

Read Article
Kitchen & Bath Design News
Auguest 5 , 2025

Alliance Links Remodeling Firms To Prospective Home Buyers

Chapter, a full-service design-build firm that specializes in home renovations, additions and kitchen/bathroom remodels, has unveiled a “first-of-its-kind” alliance that connects home buyers and sellers to renovation firms through Compass, a leading real-estate services company.

Read Article
Homes & Gardens logo
July 30, 2025

My goal for this summer was to make my backyard feel like a Nancy Meyers movie - these are the 6 patio ideas that got me there

Homes & Gardens features Chapter founder Eli Moyal in a guide to creating Nancy Meyers-inspired patios. In the article, Eli shares expert tips on crafting timeless outdoor spaces—highlighting the importance of structure, texture, and flow to achieve the relaxed elegance of a Hamptons-style garden.

Read Article
Architectural Digest logo
July 30, 2025

28 New York Builders and Contractors You Need to Know From the AD PRO Directory

Architectural Digest has named Chapter Top #3 contractor in New York City, spotlighting the firm in a feature on standout builders from the AD PRO Directory. The article highlights Chapter’s reputation for quality renovations and its growing presence across New York’s high-end residential market.

Read Article
House Digest logo
July 7, 2025

Compass partners with Chapter for home renovation services

Brokerage giant Compass has formed a new alliance with Chapter, to offer its clients a full suite of home renovation services. The collaboration aims to integrate renovation planning directly into the home sales process, allowing Compass agents to provide home sellers and buyers with Chapter’s remodeling capabilities in New York, Florida, Connecticut and New Jersey.e relaxed elegance of a Hamptons-style garden.

Read Article
House Digest logo
july 3, 2025

Outdoor furniture and decor items designers actually buy at IKEA

Dorothy Weise, interior design department lead at Chapter, shares her tips in exclusive interview with House Digest on outdoor furniture and décor items.

Read Article
House Digest logo
june 28, 2025

Porch trends you won't be able to avoid in 2025

As front porches reclaim their spotlight, design-forward features like blended indoor-outdoor spaces and classic stone flooring are shaping 2025 trends. Chapter is watching these shifts, helping homeowners balance curb appeal with lasting comfort and style.

Read Article
HousingWire logo
June 25, 2025

Compass, Chapter partner on home renovations

Compass and Chapter enter into a partnership to integrate design and remodeling services into the home buying and selling processes across markets in New York, Florida, Connecticut and New Jersey.

Read Article
Yahoo Finance logo
June 25, 2025

Chapter revolutionizes home buying by partnering with leading real estate brokerage

In a first-of-its-kind partnership, Chapter now teams up with Compass to simplify the home-buying process blending renovation insight with real estate expertise so buyers can confidently envision a home’s full potential from day one. Compass, Chapter partner on home renovations.

Read Article
EIN Presswire logo
June 5, 2025

Chapter promotes Sami Majdalani to managing partner responsible for growth in Westchester and Connecticut

With years of experience leading complex renovations, Sami Majdalani steps into a new role at Chapter, guiding the company’s growth and deepening its roots across Westchester and Connecticut.

Read Article
May 23, 2025

Eli Moyal of Chapter on five things you need to know to succeed in the Real Estate industry

What does it take to thrive in real estate? Chapter CEO Eli Moyal shares the five principles that have shaped his journey from embracing data to never underestimating grit.

Read Article
Benzinga logo
May 20, 2025

Chapter welcomes Dorothy Weise as Interior Design Department Lead

Chapter welcomes Dorothy Weise as Interior Design Department Lead—bringing over a decade of experience crafting stylish, functional spaces and guiding the studio’s creative vision for next‑level client experiences.

Read Article
Brick Underground logo
Apr 17, 2025

Now is the best time to renovate, beat the tariffs!

Chapter COO & Founder Eli Moyal shares why now is the best time to renovate, to beat rising tariffs on time as they could drive up renovation costs in New York, impacting homeowners planning upgrades, and why planning ahead with the right team has never been more important.

Read Article
Investopedia logo
Apr 12, 2025

How to stay ahead of pricing and secure project timelines amid tariff changes.

With material costs rising due to tariffs, Eli Moyal, COO & Founder at Chapter breaks down what homeowners can do now to stay ahead of price increases and secure project timelines.

Read Article
Daily Mail logo
Apr 12, 2025

How much will tariffs increase renovation cost for homeowners?

Homeowners looking to renovate their kitchen or bathroom should expect to see a 10 percent cost increase at the most, in most cases it'll be much lower than that – Eli Moyal, COO & Founder at Chapter.

Read Article
Commercial Observer logo
Apr 6, 2025

Sunday summary: the Manhattan office market’s return to form

Chapter highlights the resurgence in Manhattan’s office leasing, driven by a surge in Class A and Class B demand and conversions, offering insights on navigating evolving commercial trends and why strategic renovation partnerships matter now.

Read Article
Commercial Observer logo
Apr 4, 2025

How tariffs affect commercial real estate?...

Chapter’s founder Eli Moyal explains how new material‑tariffs, especially on glass—are inflating costs for office developers, impacting project budgets and timelines, and emphasizes the importance of expert design‑build partnerships to mitigate unexpected expenses.

Read Article
Mansion Global logo
Apr 03, 2025

Carrara marble to window walls: tariffs hit on core of luxury home design

As tariffs hit high-end materials like stone and glass, luxury home finishes are getting more expensive. Chapter’s Eli Moyal shares how these changes are impacting design decisions and why European sourcing is under close watch.

Read Article
Market Watch logo
Mar 14, 2025

Want to make more money selling your house? Mention these features in the listing.

Eli Moyal, COO & Founder at Chapter explains how strategic renovations - especially using premium, sought-after finishes can significantly increase a home’s resale value.

Read Article
Off The Market logo
Mar 5, 2025

Why homeowners are choosing to renovate instead of buy amid rising costs and high interest rates

In today’s economic climate, the American dream of homeownership is evolving. High mortgage rates, inflation, and shifting consumer priorities have led homeowners to rethink their housing choices. Instead of entering an uncertain and expensive real estate market, many are opting to invest in renovations, transforming their current homes into dream spaces.

Read Article

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Leadership

Eran Polack

CEO & Founder

Eli Moyal

COO & Founder

Sebastian Aguas

VP Construction

Ira Kugelman

VP Product

Dorothy Weise

Interior Design Lead

Eran Polack

CEO & Founder

Eran is an established entrepreneur with a long history of successful residential and commercial real estate ventures He has years of experience in all aspects of renovation and design, and a passion for clients’ satisfaction with their newly renovated spaces. This was his spark for Chapter.

Eli Moyal

COO & Founder

Eli began his professional journey in New York over a decade ago, leading multiple successful ventures across real estate, construction, and hospitality. These hands-on experiences gave him a deep understanding of the challenges and inefficiencies within the renovation space. Driven by a passion for exceptional customer service and streamlined processes, Eli founded Chapter to deliver a more modern, transparent, and client-centric approach to home remodeling.

Sebastian Aguas

VP Construction

Sebastian is a Civil Engineer with over 12 years of experience in construction project management. With over 2000 projects on his international portfolio, Sebastian is consistently recognized in his field for his ability to identify potential pitfalls, plan work around challenges, and make every Chapter project a huge success.

Ira Kugelman

VP Product

Ira brings over 22 years of experience in product management. Ira leads the product strategy and execution, ensuring that Chapter stays at the forefront of the industry.

Dorothy Weise

Interior Design Lead

Dorothy is a skilled team leader with a strong background in design and building client relationships. With training from RISD and Parsons, she is dedicated to crafting meaningful, functional spaces that delight and exceed client expectations.

Ben Milgram

Managing Partner Miami

Following several successful years in new development real estate in Manhattan and Brooklyn, Ben made a pivot to the renovation world. This business savvy entrepreneur turned his full attention to Miami and its dynamic housing market, making home remodeling down south his expertise. There’s no better person to lead the Miami Chapter team to success!

Ravit Doozli

Managing Partner New Jersey

Ravit has over 14 years of experience in residential and commercial real estate development and construction in Manhattan, acting as Chief Operating Officer. Ravit has successfully managed all aspects of the organization and led complex construction and renovation projects, from management and planning to design, construction, and sales. Ravit excels in leading cross-functional teams, building strong stakeholder relationships, and optimizing operations for cost efficiency.

Sami Majdalani

Managing Partner WT/CT

Bringing extensive expertise in real estate and construction management, Sami has successfully led high-end residential, retail, and commercial projects in New York and internationally. With a background in mechanical engineering and business management, he takes a strategic approach to procurement, workforce training, and client relations, ensuring seamless project execution and superior quality.

From overseeing large-scale developments to optimizing cost efficiencies, Sami’s diverse experience positions him as a leader in the renovation and construction industry.

Ari Salehi

Director of Business Development

Armed with a finance degree, and several years of extensive experience working alongside the most accomplished teams in the country with an in-depth understanding of new development supertall condo projects, Ari possesses the ultimate skill set to analyze markets and construct compelling growth strategies at Chapter. Ari’s innovative growth hacking strategies and tenacity ensures Chapter is a household name.

Daniel Delano

Director of Finance

Daniel is a seasoned finance professional with a proven track record in both publicly traded and private companies. With a comprehensive background spanning financial analysis, cash management, capital markets, M&A , risk management and strategic financial planning, Daniel brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Throughout Daniel's career, effective communication and strategic insight have been hallmarks of their approach. Whether engaging with investors, guiding financial strategy, or ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, Daniel consistently delivers results and fosters sustainable business growth.

Ben Milgram

Managing Partner Miami

Ravit Doozli

Managing Partner New Jersey

Sami Majdalani

Managing Partner WT/CT

Ari Salehi

Director of Business Development

Daniel Delano

Director of Finance