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Five Kitchen and Bath Design Staples

September 1, 2019

These five kitchen and bath design staples have gone beyond mere popularity. They are premier elements in many residential renovations. We have incorporated many of these staples into our kitchen and bath remodeling projects.

Stately Splendor Project

1. Subway Tile

According to our research, subway tile became popular around the turn of the century – the 20th Century – when used to line the walls of New York City’s underground stations and tunnels. Since then, subway tile has become a classic, used in kitchens, baths, and even outdoor swimming pools. Subway tile comes in many colors and finishes (crackle, mat, iridescent, etc.) Another way to work with subway tile is to use a contrasting or complementary grout color (for example, black tile and white grout or white tile and gray grout). We love the clean lines of subway tile and its versatility in various design styles (traditional, transitional, modern, eclectic, etc.)

Bright New Kitchen Hub Project

2. Reclaimed Wood

Reclaimed wood can be recycled lumber from an old building or it can be wood milled from very old trees. There are several companies that deal with aged wood products. One of the advantages of using antique floor planks is that the patina is quite beautiful and unmatched by any newer products. Reclaimed wood is often used in restoration projects, upscale homes or projects where sustainability is of prime importance.

Unconventional Transformation Project

3. Targeted Lighting

In older homes, it was quite common to find a single light fixture in the center of a room. Oh, how times have changed – and technology. Task lighting has been around for a couple of decades but now with LED strip lighting for under cabinets and in closets, we have the ability to illuminate just about any spot. There are even lights for drawers. LEDs stay cool and have replaced older Halogen bulbs. Anyone interested in sustainability might consider switching to LED lighting.

White Waves Blue Kitchen Project

4. Kitchen Islands

Farmhouses often had work tables in the middle of the kitchen where the bread dough was rolled out and other daily chores were handled. Fast forward several decades and the central workspace has reappeared in the form of the kitchen island. Often doubling as either a cooking station or a prep station with a cooktop or sink, some are multi-level to allow for a place to eat or layout a party spread for entertaining. Some larger luxury kitchens even have two islands!

Masculine Retreat Project

Walk-in Shower

More and more clients are forgoing the tub/shower combination – especially in master bathrooms – and adding custom walk-in showers. Where space allows, the traditional soaking tub is gaining in popularity, but showers are dominating in bathroom renovations. Curbless showers are becoming more sought after as part of the universal design trend and especially helpful for an aging population.

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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

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