Bungalow Metamorphosis
Location: Lexington
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We transformed this charming bungalow in Lexington, MA, to better meet the needs of a growing family. Our clients, a Harvard alumnus, and their family wanted to create more functional spaces, especially for their three teenagers. The existing layout lacked a family room, and the flow was not ideal. We tackled these challenges with a whole-house remodel and a two-story garage addition. We started by converting the old garage into a sophisticated entertainment space. Drawing inspiration from a Chicago airport lounge, we designed a custom walnut bar with matching cabinetry and a marble insert behind the glassware shelving. The space ... read moreTudor Revised
Location: Winchester
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Feinmann revitalized a cherished Tudor-style home in Winchester, Massachusetts, enhancing its historic charm with modern amenities. The entryway now boasts a raised ceiling with a new light fixture, a refreshed front door, and elegant tile flooring. Structural reinforcements were added during the renovation, including steel beams cleverly disguised within a stylish squared-off archway. The kitchen received a complete overhaul, featuring semi-custom Greenfield cabinetry, a herringbone tile backsplash, and a statement hutch with antique mirrored glass. Period-appropriate seating goes with a functional island, maintaining the Tudor aesthetic. The family room expanded into a former porch, integrating custom millwork and a Greenbrier ... read moreSkylit Retreat
Location: Concord
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At Feinmann, we transformed a Concord, Massachusetts home, focusing on the attic and first floor. Our vision for the attic included a family room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a nautical theme, creating a blend of modernity and warmth. We added a serene bedroom with rustic charm and a luxurious bathroom featuring a white and gold color scheme. On the first floor, we reimagined the mudroom and powder room. We introduced deep navy cabinetry and sophisticated gold accents in the mudroom, along with a classic yet contemporary wallpaper in the powder room. Our design seamlessly integrated elegance with functionality, achieving ... read moreSerene Sunspace
Location: Lexington
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As Feinmann, we designed this sunroom addition in Lexington, Massachusetts, blending elegance and functionality. Our design features expansive windows, flooding the space with natural light and offering outdoor views. At its center, a grand piano on a white rug creates a musical area. Nearby, comfortable seating encourages relaxation and socializing. We included built-in bench seating with storage solutions. Floor-to-ceiling shelving adds storage without compromising the room’s spacious feel. Our design ensures a smooth indoor-outdoor transition, with a neutral color scheme and natural wood floors enhancing the serene ambiance. The sunroom’s exterior, with its white façade and staircase, blends beautifully with ... read moreThe Forever Home
Location: Newton
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This Newton, MA, family of four longed to stay in their beloved neighborhood. To fulfill this desire, they embarked on a renovation journey to transform this 1916 house into their forever home! The first goal of these homeowners was to upgrade their backyard oasis and foster a deeper connection between their home and its outdoor area. Furthermore, they dreamt of a spacious house illuminated by natural light and an organized mudroom perfect for their active lifestyle and young family. Feinmann built a two-story addition that blended beautifully into the existing home’s architecture. We used ingenuity to maximize living space without ... read moreReimagined Roots
Location: Waltham
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As a family grows, their home must grow with them. Feinmann thoughtfully reimagined a 1750-square-foot semi-finished basement to meet the entire family’s needs. The result was a unique combination of living spaces that leveraged a striking balance of modern and rustic charm. We first built a beautiful living space for the daughter, a thriving teacher, and an empty-nester. Her goals were downsizing, being closer to her parents, and caring for them. This space features an open, airy kitchen and living room with clean finishes and bright colors. It also includes an easy-access walk-in food pantry and a bedroom and bathroom ... read moreBlue Haven
Location: Boston
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Feinmann transformed this once trapped in the 80s fourth-floor condo into a bold contemporary design with an open floorplan and panoramic views of the Charles River. The brand-new kitchen dramatically differs from where it started. The space now boasts river views from anywhere on the first floor. It also features a generous open floor plan infused with style and function. Formerly closed off, we removed the kitchen wall to expand the space and open the sightlines to the family room, dining room, and hallway. The revamped kitchen is now ready for entertaining. The contemporary design continues into the living room ... read morePerfect Union
Location: Lexington
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In Lexington, Massachusetts, this homeowner wanted to expand and open up their living areas. As a result, Feinmann built a two-story addition that improved their living room, dining room, kitchen, and basement. These changes also enhanced the flow and created the perfect union between their spaces. Solutions Two-story Addition We built a two-story addition for this home in Lexington, Massachusetts. This extension of the sightlines created larger living areas on both floors. Open Floor Plan We created an open floor plan between the family room and dining room. To accomplish this, we added a steel beam along the original sightline ... read moreTimeless Connections
Location: Lexington
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In this Lexington colonial home, Feinmann reimagined the kitchen and family room. We created a connecting space featuring contemporary design, open sightlines, and magnificent functionality for cooking and entertaining. Challenges The original kitchen and family room had an abundance of challenges and issues. For instance, the kitchen layout felt cramped due to little cooking space. The area was small because the place was located awkwardly between the mudroom, powder room, and family room. In addition, the rooms did not connect well with each other or the backyard. The space lacked natural light and functional seating, and there was a corner ... read moreCurated Comfort
Location: Newton
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Feinmann transformed this Newton, MA Cape Cod style home to meet the needs of a growing family by completely remodeling the first and second floors and adding a third. First Floor The original stairway was located in the center of the home, which created a cramped floor plan. To open up the living space and meet the family’s needs, we did the following: Relocated the stairs Removed several walls between the rooms. Replaced the first-floor master bedroom with a large dining room space Extended the living area by using the former dining room and stairway Added a study, mudroom, and ... read morePolished Perfection
Location: Andover
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Feinmann transformed this once cramped, disconnected, first-floor living space into a grand contemporary kitchen with room for dining, cooking, and entertaining. The homeowners specifically wanted to create a connected and modern kitchen with great lighting, room for two cooks, and more counter and storage space. Our solution was to bump out their home’s side entrance and remove the walls between their kitchen, family, and sunroom. These changes allowed us to create a space with open site lines and an entire wall of windows that offers ample natural light and a full view of the back yard. The kitchen features dual ... read moreTailored Reflections
Location: Belmont
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Feinmann transformed an outdated kitchen and bath for a client in Belmont, Massachusetts. The homeowner wanted a transitional styled kitchen that nicely connected with the living and allowed for ample sitting and dining space. They also wanted a master bathroom with a bright and tranquil feel that included dual sinks and lots of storage space. The Kitchen Using the existing floor plan, Feinmann created a transitional styled kitchen by removing the side island, which allowed direct access to the sitting area. We expanded the center island to include seating for three people, a large sink, a dishwasher, and plenty of ... read moreOpen Concept Living
Location: Lexington
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Feinmann transformed this split-level home in Lexington, MA into a desired, open concept first floor with a new kitchen, dining room, and family room for a family of four to enjoy. The homeowners loved the location of their home but had inherited a previous renovation that just didn’t work for them from both a functionality and aesthetics standpoint. Specifically, the circulation and flow in the kitchen was awkward, the location of the dining room was disconnected from the kitchen, and there was a fireplace in the dining room with no real sitting area. In addition, they had to go down ... read moreTownhouse Transformation
Location: Chelsea
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Feinmann transformed this once outdated 4-story townhome in Chelsea into a contemporary showpiece by remodeling the kitchen, dining room, living room, master bathroom, powder room, and basement. The homeowners, a teacher and an attorney, were looking to create a space for entertaining with ample room to cook while incorporating their love for art, texture, and furniture. The small galley kitchen was combined with the dining room to create a beautiful sleek and contemporary space that now seats 6 people with an almost 10-foot long waterfall island finished in Pental Quartz in Thassos white. The Italian Composit cabinets finished in blue ... read moreMasterful Modern Home
Location: Newton
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We redesigned the first and second floor of this outdated home in Newton, MA to create a fluid floor plan, grand kitchen/living space, elevator, master suite, and finished basement for the homeowners as they look forward to growing in place. Main Floor The main floor was transformed by removing two walls and creating an open space with clear site lines to the backyard while also allowing ample light to pour throughout the kitchen and dining area. The small and isolated galley kitchen and dining area were expanded and reconfigured to provide improved functionality, ample storage, seating and prep space. The ... read moreElegant Craftsman Home
Location: Arlington
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Feinmann was hired to transform this traditional Craftsman home by designing a more functional kitchen for entertaining, adding a family room addition, moving and remodeling the first-floor bathroom, and finding a better solution to connect their home to their yard for ease of use. The kitchen was awkwardly separated into a long narrow room with the oven and storage, and the refrigerator in a separate room next to the bathroom, creating an unfavorable environment for entertaining, never mind function. We remodeled the kitchen by opening up the two separate spaces and relocating the full bathroom to a powder room. This ... read moreSaying Goodbye to Walls
Location: Arlington
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After reconfiguring and remodeling the homeowners second floor in the Winter of 2009/2010, Feinmann was asked to return and create larger kitchen with an open dining area to entertain guests, as well as add a new half bathroom since they only had one upstairs. Specifically, must haves included ample counter space, more light, and an open space with much more function for the family of four in Arlington, MA. The once disjointed kitchen and dining room was transformed by removing the wall that once separated the kitchen from the dining room and the dining room from the sunroom. This allowed ... read moreTwo Decade Long Client Adds In-Law Suite
Location: Wellesley
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Feinmann created a beautiful and functional in-law suite for a families’ aging parents in Wellesley, MA. Generally speaking, most aging parents are moving from a larger space to a smaller space, and when downsizing, creating a sense of spaciousness is one of the most important elements besides functionality, accessibility, and comfort, all which were careful considerations as we worked together. A client since 1993, we gracefully integrated the in-law suite with the rest of the house by adding an additional 750 sq. ft of living space including a master bedroom, closets, bathroom, living area, study, and kitchen. The in-laws can ... read moreEntertainment Aficionados
Location: Lexington
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Boltan, Massachusetts Feinmann, Inc. brought life to this thirteen-year-old, unfinished suburban basement and transformed it into a true entertainment go-ers dream. The new media room addresses a few different remodeling objectives; it allows the homeowners to watch loud movies without disrupting anyone in the rest of the house; it has a kitchenette, so they don’t have to hike upstairs every time they want snacks or drinks; the space can be easily transformed to accommodate guests or in-laws. Added functionality of the space includes an exercise area, a bathroom, and quick access to and from the pool. Used daily, the media ... read moreLeveling Up
Location: Lexington
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Feinmann completely redesigned the first floor of this traditional home to create a fluid floor plan and grand kitchen and living space for entertaining. The kitchen, previously small and isolated from the dining room, was expanded and reconfigured by bringing it closer to the dining area and knocking down the wall that once separated the two spaces. This kitchen features Greenfield Mackinaw cabinets painted in Glacier, island and perimeter counters in beautiful Natural Quartzite, and a sitting area made of a Black Walnut hand-rubbed oil finish. The backsplash is finished with Frangipani Glass tiles, and features Clear Urchin LED pendant ... read moreUnboxed Vision
Location: Lexington
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Lexington The clients were moving from out-of-state to a house in Lexington that was previously expanded by two ill-conceived remodeling projects, adding square footage but creating disjointed spaces. The most recent addition was a rusticated sunroom abutting the backyard pool area. The rooms were stacked up like boxes, one behind the other. The goal was to create a floor plan that graciously created a natural flow between the spaces including an enlarged kitchen, eating area and family room. To do so, the Feinmann design team removed the wall between the existing kitchen and family room; and the wall between the ... read moreMid-Course Correction
Location: Concord
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Deck Houses typically feature post and beam construction, tongue and groove vaulted ceilings, and sliding glass doors leading out to a deck. Our clients owned a 1968 version with a screened porch off of a dark dining room. The owners wanted to update the kitchen and improve the connection between the kitchen and the dining room. Finally, in another phase of the project we renovated the master bathroom to include a new walk-in shower with a new skylight. By removing a redundant stairway to the basement from the kitchen, our design team was able to reconfigure the wall between the ... read moreRiver View
Location: Concord
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The new owners of a 2007 center-hall Colonial in Concord came to Feinmann seeking a whole house renovation. Among their primary goals was opening the flow of the space by taking down walls and providing an improved view of the Sudbury River behind their home. They also had a predilection for the modern aesthetic over the traditional and wanted to effectively integrate both elements into the design. On the first floor renovations would include a new modern kitchen, eating area, dining area, living area, playroom, and remodeled full bath. Additionally, they wanted to remodel the area between the kitchen and ... read moreSplitting the Difference
Location: Newton
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The owners of a 1950s split level ranch in Newton wanted to enlarge their kitchen, living and dining area on the main floor with views of the back yard. A 968 square foot two-level addition provides an open floor plan with a new kitchen and combination living-dining room that features a zero clearance, wood-burning fireplace, and built-in shelves. On the lower level, what was formerly the husband’s office will now be a guest room. A new full bath, laundry room, and playroom that exits to the back yard were all part of the project. An existing screened-in porch was incorporated ... read moreSwank & Private Master Bath
Location: Lexington
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Feinmann completely redesigned the first floor of this traditional home to create a fluid floor plan and grand kitchen and living space for entertaining. The kitchen, previously small and isolated from the dining room, was expanded and reconfigured by bringing it closer to the dining area and knocking down the wall that once separated the two spaces. This kitchen features Greenfield Mackinaw cabinets painted in Glacier, island and perimeter counters in beautiful Natural Quartzite and a sitting area made of a Black Walnut hand-rubbed oil finish. The backsplash is finished with Frangipani Glass tiles and features Clear Urchin LED pendant ... read moreAdaptations in Newton Corner
Location: Newton
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The owners of a Mid-Century modern home in Newton Corner contacted Feinmann after attending one of our remodeling workshops. They had several projects in mind to refresh and update their house including renovating the master bath and two additional baths, reworking the layout of the family room within the same footprint, and updating elements of the foyer and living room. A modicum of changes produced impressive results in the living room, family room and bathrooms. The brick fireplace and hearth were clad in Bianca Carrera marble tiles providing a sleek makeover that enhanced the space. Another element that adds interest ... read moreHome Refresher
Location: Newport
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The owners of a historic summer home in Newport, Rhode Island sought to update their kitchen, enlarge their small family room and create an area comfortable for entertaining family and friends. Without changing the footprint of the home, our design team came up with an imaginative way to open up space and satisfy all of the project requirements. Flipping the location of the kitchen and family room, and taking down a wall between the two spaces, resulting in an entirely novel floor plan. The original layout had a bathroom off the family room and a large laundry area off the ... read moreStately Splendor
Location: Belmont
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The owners of a stately Queen Anne Victorian in Belmont envisioned a new kitchen that was larger and more functional than the existing. Given the extraordinary rear yard area with a classic barn at one side, we designed our renovation to take advantage of the prime views of their lovely backyard, thus creating a new kitchen that was spacious and filled with light. The first floor was a warren of dark, small rooms. By expanding the footprint of the kitchen and creating a new hallway bordered with three sets of sliding glass doors, the interior now has a sense of ... read moreUrban Renewal
Location: Boston
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When our clients acquired this classic Beacon Hill condominium overlooking Boston Common, they sought collaboration with Feinmann Design/Build to renovate the entire space. The lack of connection between the kitchen, located in the back of the home, and the living and dining rooms, was the focus of the redesign. Also on the wish list was a new bedroom and a second family bathroom to be located in the area of the existing kitchen. The resulting plan for this extensive renovation was an updated floor plan to match our client’s modern lifestyle, while retaining much of the home’s original detail. Connecting ... read moreConnecting Spaces
Location: Weston
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Our clients struggled with the fractured layout of their traditional Tudor style home in Weston, MA. Typical for the period in which it was built, the series of undersized and unconnected rooms, particularly the kitchen, was literally cramping their style. The homeowners were seeking to reconfigure the space, making room for larger gatherings while maintaining the intimacy of separate individual spaces. A truly collaborative process between the homeowner and our design team resulted in the blending of formal and casual design, transforming spaces into bright and flexible living areas that allow for both intimate family dinners and a party for ... read moreMultiple Projects
Location: Newton
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As is often the case with Feinmann’s clients, this Newton family commissioned us to assist them multiple times over the years on various projects. We collaborated with them on the renovation of their kitchen, attic and master bathroom. We were first asked to create a kitchen befitting this turn-of-the-century home, one which would allow the family to cook and entertain more stylishly. The existing home, like so many of this era, was a warren of small, dark, cramped rooms. The design scheme includes an addition which transforms the existing kitchen and nearby servant’s quarters into a light-filled and highly usable ... read moreModern Attic Renovation
Location: Newton
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This project was born out of misfortune. An attic fire rendered the cramped and compartmentalized spaces on the third floor of this home unlivable. In the aftermath, our client decided to transform this area of the home into a meditation studio that could also function as a studio apartment in the future. Along with the aesthetic desire for simple tranquility, our client had three additional requirements for the new space: more light, an open and airy look and feel, and comfort without the climatic extremes one typically finds in an attic. Taking advantage of the opportunity left in destruction’s wake ... read moreRoom With a View
Location: Manchester
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Despite its prime location on the water, this house in Manchester-by-the-Sea wasn’t taking full advantage of the scenic views. The homeowners often found themselves relaxing on the sun porch, which faced the water, rather than in the living room behind it. Now, after a dramatic remodel, they enjoy that pleasant, sunny ambiance in the comfort of a sophisticated waterfront living room. To let in the view, the Feinmann team removed a wall and chimney between the living room and the sun porch creating one large space. The new 750-square-foot living room features multiple seating areas, oriented around the hearth and ... read moreRanch Redux
Location: Lexington
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When these Lexington homeowners were house hunting, they found they were drawn to the prospect of single floor living. They subsequently found a 2,000 square foot ranch in Lexington, MA, and immediately saw its potential. Like most ranch homes, the floor plan was laid out with the typical central hallway and rooms feeling dark and disconnected from one another. Knowing that they needed to renovate, and also knowing that they did not want to build up, nor could they build out because of zoning restriction, they presented their needs to Feinmann. Opening up the house without adding to the footprint ... read moreAsian Inspiration
Location: Lexington
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Our client, a professor of Japanese sociology at Harvard, owned a Deck House home with its post-and-beam construction and 1950s modernist simplicity. She asked Feinmann to design a multi-purpose addition to meet several needs: a functional yet spacious home office, a beautiful entryway into the home, and a serene sitting area. The client mentioned she has always wanted a Japanese “scholar’s study,” which is traditionally a contemplative workspace area enclosed by shoji screens. We told her the Japanese minimalism she desired and the clean modernist aesthetic of her existing home could marry quite nicely (the blending of East and West ... read moreVictorian Re-Envisioned
Location: Newton
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This Queen Anne Victorian was grand in appearance, but the interiors had been awkwardly remodeled. The homeowners challenged Feinmann to create a functional, modern living space while preserving the charm of the home. The 700 square foot addition actually added the functional equivalent of 1,000 square feet of usable space, creating a much better spatial flow. The extended porch element is the most striking feature of the exterior, enforcing the old-world charm of the house. The concept was to wrap the porch around the house, pushing out the existing walls to create an enclosed living area within the extended porch ... read more
Living Room Remodeling Gallery
- Cambridge, MAWe loved having entire Feinmann team in our home and appreciated them treating it like it was their own. The work they did is all over-the-top gorgeous. They coached us to select products and finishes that will last a lifetime (and through our toddler), and the craftsmanship with which it was all executed certainly will hold up to time. I admire daily the integration of existing and new, and regret only that in time I’ll likely forget which is which. Feinmann is masterful at what they do. I really can’t say enough nice things about them, and their work.
- Leveling Up for Grand EntertainingFrom start to finish of the project our ideas were heard and creatively addressed. The quality of the final results are even better than we imagined. Our home feels completely new and we love the improved living space! As far as the team, they are fantastic, personable, timely, has great ideas and always seem to stay calm and in charge, ready to problem solve. The carpenters are a delight to work with and the quality of their carpentry and building skills are impressive, always smiling and offering a “can do” attitude.
- European, Contemporary Kitchen RemodelFeinmann is a top-notch company in every category! We have worked with them on three separate occasions: a complete kitchen remodel (2017), three bathrooms (2016), and a room addition (2011). Working with the Feinmann team was truly a great pleasure! Everyone in the company is committed to quality work, the projects were run proficiently and professionally, they provided the highest quality workmanship, and we always received timely responses to our questions and concerns. My wife and I would consider no-one else for our new project!
- Hosting Haven Meets Artistic AnglesWe are very happy with the experience we had with Feinmann in what was a pretty extensive remodel. First of all, their design team truly developed a great vision for the house, beyond what we had imagined. Through the remodel, which by its nature is an arduous process (living without a kitchen for a while), the Feinmann team was very collaborative and supportive, managed well and the results have truly transformed our house. We’re extremely happy with the outcome.
- White, Waves and Blue KitchenFeinmann took a real interest in building a kitchen that would fit the design of the house and meet our needs. That was when we knew that they were the best choice for us. Anyone can rip out a kitchen and put in some new counters and cabinets, but we wanted someone who cared about design, style, and function.