Chef’s Kitchen | Kitchen Remodel | Arlington, MA

Story

This Arlington family hired Feinmann to transform the small, dark, outdated kitchen in their beautiful 1870s Victorian home. The homeowners (one of them is a chef and both love to cook) asked the design team to create a sleek, modern chef’s kitchen – complete with high end cabinetry and professional-grade equipment – and do it in such a way that the contemporary kitchen would be harmonious with the rest of the home’s more traditional aesthetic.

The new kitchen is light, spacious and highly functional, with generous windows and ample counter space. The design highlights the stainless steel and glossy blue Arclinea cabinetry. Two stainless steel workstations topped with white Carrera marble float in the center of the kitchen, making a dramatic design statement. One island contains a sink, stove and hood, and the other a larger sink and work surface. The stainless steel cabinets are visually anchored to the space by a dropped ceiling panel. The cabinets along the wall include a glossy blue Archlinea cabinet that is nine feet long and contains refrigerator units and tall storage.

The new design peeks through horizontal windows that visually connect the interior and exterior, and a skylighted spine through the kitchen further links the house to the garden. Recessed lights and pendant lighting work in combination with generous windows and doors to create a bright and user-friendly space. Other creative ideas include a blackboard embedded within a long pantry unit, and a tall, six shelf bookcase (with a library ladder) that houses the homeowners’ cookbook collection.

Awards

2005 EM NARI CotY Award – Best kitchen over $100,000

2005 Chrysalis Award – Best kitchen remodel over $100,000

Luxury Living Awards – Best kitchen Design & Best in Show Award

2005 Best of the Best Northeast Design Award – Kitchen Transformation

2005 PRISM Gold Award – Best Kitchen over $250,000

Testimonial

This kitchen is exactly what I wanted. We had so many brainstorming sessions that before it was built, I already knew where I would store everything. I especially like the library ladder which makes every inch of this room functional.

Splitting the Difference

We 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.

- Cambridge, MA

From 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.

- Leveling Up for Grand Entertaining

Feinmann 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!

- European, Contemporary Kitchen Remodel

We 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.

- Hosting Haven Meets Artistic Angles

Feinmann 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.

- White, Waves and Blue Kitchen