Bauhaus Landmark Renovation
Location: Cambridge
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Designated a landmark by the Cambridge Historical Commission, the Garrett Birkhoff House is important for its association with the International Style of architecture including the German Bauhaus movement. The original architect and client were both renowned members of the Harvard faculty, further contributing to its historical significance. When the new homeowners approached Feinmann, they wanted to enlarge and update the kitchen while maintaining ties to its illustrious past. Because of its designation, the outer envelope of the home could not be changed so the challenge for the Feinmann design team was how to modernize the kitchen while referencing the Bauhaus-International ... read more

