--- title: "Refined Renovations & Refined Home — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/refined-renovations-and-refined-home-pfvwus-pf~1099104011 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1099104011.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Refined Renovations & Refined Home" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3043d56a009077f2_9730-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "64 Bartlet Street, Andover, Massachusetts 01810, United States" latitude: 42.6496 longitude: -71.1565 phone: "(617) 320-7095" website: http://www.refinedren.com rating: 5 review_count: 53 best_of_houzz_awards: 14 followers: 250 last_updated: 2026-08-10 --- # Refined Renovations & Refined Home Original Houzz profile: [Refined Renovations & Refined Home](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/refined-renovations-and-refined-home-pfvwus-pf~1099104011) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Andover, MA - **Serves:** Boston, Newton, Brookline, Peabody, Andover, Lexington, Tewksbury, North Andover, Wellesley, Wakefield, Burlington, Reading, Wilmington, Concord, North Reading, Bedford, Lynnfield, Weston, Middleton, Georgetown, Boxford, Dover, Carlisle, Boston's North Shore, Merrimack Valley, Metro-West, New Hampshire's Lake Region - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (53 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2016–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - Offers Custom Work Refined Renovations is a custom homebuilder and design-build firm serving the Boston area. "Refined Home" is our new design studio which provides interior design, custom décor and fine cabinetry. Together, we have all the capabilities in-house to transform, build and furnish your home. Our unique process allows clients to see and properly budget their project well before anyone reaches for their tools. Vision, value, and execution are our hallmark. Whether building a new home or renovating an existing home; you will be in control. We manage all aspects of your project; design, selection of materials, build resources, project management, and even decor. We have been delivering beautiful kitchen and bathroom remodels for over ten years. Over that time, we have been perfecting our custom approach to create beautiful spaces on time and on budget. Refined Home provides beautiful American-made cabinets, a wide selection of natural and quartz countertops, cabinet hardware as well as home furnishings, custom curtains and decor. Our designers will provide assistance with all aspects of your design - from cabinets to furnishings, everything you need to make your house perfect your lifestyle. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Home Extensions - Bathroom Design - Building Design - House Plans - 3D Rendering - Sunroom Design & Construction - Space Planning - Historic Building Conservation - Custom Cabinets - Custom Home ### Areas Served - Boston - Newton - Brookline - Peabody - Andover - Lexington - Tewksbury - North Andover - Wellesley - Wakefield - Burlington - Reading - Wilmington - Concord - North Reading - Bedford - Lynnfield - Weston - Middleton - Georgetown - Boxford - Dover - Carlisle - Boston's North Shore - Merrimack Valley - Metro-West - New Hampshire's Lake Region ### Typical Job Cost $250,000 - $2,000,000 Our projects range from beautiful gourmet kitchens to highly-styled custom homes provided fully furnished. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Refined Renovations & Refined Home | | Address | 64 Bartlet Street, Andover, Massachusetts 01810, United States | | Phone | (617) 320-7095 | | Website | http://www.refinedren.com | | License Number | CS-103657 | | Followers on Houzz | 250 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — http://instagram.com/refinedrenovations ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Refined Renovations & Refined Home](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/refined-renovations-and-refined-home-pfvwus-pf~1099104011) - **Website:** http://www.refinedren.com - **Phone:** (617) 320-7095 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Homes featured on Merrimack Valley Home Magazine, The Boston Globe, Northshore Magazine and Houzz.com - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2016–2026), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 53 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 49.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Denise Baur, March 2023** > We used Refined Renovations for a major home project to gut and expand our kitchen, dining room and mudroom. Jim and our designer Ashley really listened from the get go and came up with a couple design concepts that were stunning and really hit on what we were looking for. Having Ashley as our main point of contact throughout the project saved us so much time and made the process seamless. For the execution Tim, Leo and their teams were very professional throughout and do amazing work. We are so happy with the final outcome and would certainly recommend using Refined! **Comment from Refined Renovations & Refined Home:** > Thank you Denise! We loved working with you and wish you so much happiness in your new kitchen! **★★★★★ — nicolecamarena, Dec. 2022** > The Refined Renovation team is A+ across the board. Not only do they deliver high-quality design and results, but they are wonderful humans to work with. We renovated the entire interior of our home, which is a pretty stressful endeavor, and not only do we LOVE every space in our home, but we still love them! I've worked with A LOT of contractors, and to be able to say that is extremely rare. > From design to build team, and everything in between, we could not have been in better hands than we were with Jim, Ashley, Austin and the rest of the Refined team. > I HIGHLY recommend them! **Comment from Refined Renovations & Refined Home:** > Thank you for taking your time to write such a warm recommendation! We all loved working with you and Jay, and are thrilled with the results. Looking forward to photo (&wine) day! **★★★★★ — Lindsey Meharg, Oct. 2022** > We selected Refined Renovations for our home reno based on reviews of local neighbors and friends. We wanted a company that did it all ~ from design to build and the interiors...and boy did we get that! We gutted the house with exception of bedrooms and full baths, re-worked the space we had on the entire first floor (kitchen, dining, half bath and laundry, entry way, family room, staircase, built a pantry and added a mudroom) and built a bonus room upstairs. The vision was completely driven by the Refined team. Right from the get-go we could tell they had great ideas for what our house could be. Nothing we could have imagined ourselves! > > We moved out of our house for 6 months, but were generally local and able to stop by often. The contractors (Patrick, Julio and team) were reliable, respectful and dedicated to the project the entire time, often even working on the weekend! They kept things tidy under the circumstances and I am so very appreciative of that! We trusted them 100% in the house and could tell they are true professionals. > > Our designer and project manager Ashley took time to not only "see" our house, but also hear what was important to us. She did an incredible job along the way to honor the contemporary/modern style of our home, but also incorporate aspects that met our family needs and style as well. We really let Ashley come up with the design ideas she had in mind and went with them, and we couldn't be happier with the outcome. She pushed us out of our comfort zone and showed us some more modern ideas that we would not typically select ourselves, but it all makes so much sense! I truly can't believe this is my house. The transformation is unbelievable. Ashley is simply the best! > > As the project nears completion, I'm filled with gratitude for the entire team - Jim, Ashley, Tim, Patrick, Julio, Ethan, Connor....there were so many people who helped! THANK YOU ALL! **Comment from Refined Renovations & Refined Home:** > Lindsey! Thank you so much for the review. We appreciate the trust you and Kenny put in us to see the project through. We are so happy you love the end result! **★★★★★ — sr83, Jan. 2022** > We HIGHLY recommend Refined Renovations. We could not be happier with the renovation they recently completed at our home. > > We were immediately impressed with Jim's vision during the initial walk through. We were increasingly impressed as we worked with the Refined team as they brought the vision to life. We appreciated collaborating with our talented designer. The craftmanship was top notch. Everyone on the project team, from demolition to finish, was friendly and respectful. > > Our expectations were exceeded from initial design through the completion of the punch list. We feel fortunate to have worked with them. > > We can't wait for Phase 2! **★★★★★ — HU-537170205, Jan. 2022** > Our goal was to find a contractor that understood our vision and could develop a clear, concise plan to achieve our renovation goals with the full design and construction resources. Refined Renovations was that team able to work closely with us from conceptual design to completion so we could maintain the historic integrity of our home that was built in 1857. Not something just any contractor can accomplish, especially during these trends and economic conditions. The team at Refined Renovations, LLC not only achieved this goal – they exceeded it. **★★★★★ — Jeff, Dec. 2021** > Refined Renovations recently completed a large renovation project at our house in Andover and we could not be any happier with the final result. Our house is over 100 years old and, although well-preserved, had not undergone any extensive updates until now. The kitchen was outdated and cramped in a small corner of the house, which was not conducive to cooking large meals and entertaining guests. Refined did an amazing job designing a new layout that gave us the large kitchen with modern amenities that we desired. This included moving the basement stairs and the first floor bathroom to new locations, and installing a large beam to open up the previous area to fit a large kitchen island, state-of-the-art appliances, and beautifully constructed cabinets. Refined also completely rebuilt our second floor bathroom and added a beautiful built-in bar in our dining area adjacent to the new kitchen. Their attention to detail and ability to blend the old with the new is unmatched. They were able to maintain our house’s charm and historic character seamlessly. Jim’s vision and ability to design the space really was top notch, and the entire Refined team executed the job perfectly. Everyone was very professional, punctual, and attentive throughout the entire process. We would also like to especially thank Ashley, Austin, and Tim for all of their hard work. Refined turned our dream into a reality and we would not hesitate to use them again in the future. Thanks Refined Renovations! **★★★★★ — Allison Bellingrath, Dec. 2021** > Jim and the entire Refined team were fantastic. Jim saw potential in our house we didn't know was possible. Our kitchen, dining and entry way have been transformed and the results have far surpassed our expectations. From the beginning the whole team understood our style and taste and made the design process a breeze. We are so excited to host friends and family in our new space and we can't thank the Refined team enough for their outstanding work! **★★★★★ — Kumar Metlapalli, Dec. 2021** > Every homeowner has a vision on how they would like their new home/renovation to be, but invariably there will be gaps between a vision and the final completion, EXCEPT, with Refined Renovations (RR). They not only will ensure how your vision may look with wonderful suggestions during the design phase but will also ensure the implementation is done right by focusing on minute details that your vision might have missed during the design phase - WITHOUT the usual nickel-and-dime. When was the last time you heard a developer say "nah, this doesn't look right, we will adjust/re-do this differently to match your vision" without you saying anything? > > We are fortunate to have Jim & team work on our renovation. We, and our extended family extend our sincere congratulations and warm wishes to RR and wish them nothing but continued success!!! **★★★★★ — Eva Flaherty, Dec. 2021** > Jim and his team at Refined Renovations completely transformed our historic home in Andover. From renovating the kitchen and gutting a bathroom to working with the interior designer to revive every room in the house, the results are truley amazing and perfect for our family. They even added a beautiful outdoor patio expansion and grill surround to the project. Refined Renovations has been a joy to work with and we highly recommend them! **★★★★★ — Stephen Reardon, Dec. 2021** > We HIGHLY recommend Refined Renovations. We could not be happier with the the recent renovation at our home. > > During the initial walkthrough we were impressed with Jim's vision. We were increasingly impressed as we worked with the Refined team as the vision came to life. We appreciated collaborating with our talented designer. The craftmanship was top notch. Everyone who was part of the project, from demo to finish, was friendly and respectful. > > From the initial design through the completion of the punch list, they exceeded our expectations. We feel fortunate to have worked with them. We can't wait for Phase 2. **Comment from Refined Renovations & Refined Home:** > Hi Steve - Ashley, Tim and your entire project team loved working with you on your home renovation! Your kitchen, new side entry and mudroom look fabulous - and original in your historic Reading home. We loved collaborating with you and we look forward to the next phase! **★★★★★ — cpfinn21, Jan. 2021** > Refined Renovations is the best contractor I’ve ever worked with. Jim, Kim, and the entire team are best in class in everything including planning, construction, and design. Jim was available 24/7 and always willing to roll up his sleeves to solve problems and provide valuable advice. Jim cares deeply about delivering exceptional results and works tirelessly to make sure things are done the right way. **Comment from Refined Renovations & Refined Home:** > Wow, thanks Chris! You guys were fantastic to work with and I'm so happy with the results. I can't wait for photo day! **★★★★★ — Bach W, Dec. 2020** > Jim and his team were exceptional throughout our full home renovation. They were easy to work with and always very professional. Our house was beautifully transformed and the project was delivered on time and within budget. We highly recommend Refined Renovations without reservation. **Comment from Refined Renovations & Refined Home:** > Thank you Bach and Peter. Your home is now almost as stylish as you guys! Thank you for the kind words. Jim ## Selected projects - [All About The View](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/all-about-the-view-pj-vj~7048895) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 23 - [Bring In The Light](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bring-in-the-light-pj-vj~7048238) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 14 - Description: Bringing in the light. This kitchen was reimagined to take advantage of its large existing footprint. We encouraged natural light to stream in through the larger windows and bounce around the bright colored walls and cabinetry. Colors of the garden were used to ground the space, creating a bright and airy environment perfect for a quiet morning coffee. - [A Grounded Place](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-grounded-place-pj-vj~7049064) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 10 - [New England Cape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-england-cape-pj-vj~7048092) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 15 - [What's Old Is New Again](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/what-s-old-is-new-again-pj-vj~7048979) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 7 - [67 Central Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/67-central-street-pj-vj~6986446) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 20 - Description: Originally built in the 1700s, this historic home in downtown Andover, MA went through a complete traditional renovation. This added many new features to the home and property, including the gorgeous carriage house seen at the end of the gallery. - [A Home With All The Details](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-home-with-all-the-details-pj-vj~7048129) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 8 - [Sun-filled home in Southie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sun-filled-home-in-southie-pj-vj~6046858) - Location: Boston, MA - Photos: 8 - [Colorful Renovation in Reading](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colorful-renovation-in-reading-pj-vj~6046879) - Location: Reading, MA - Photos: 9 - Description: Refined Renovations updated this Reading MA colonial with a new bright and crisp kitchen and a colorful dining room featuring modern floral wallpaper and custom drapes. - [Updated Winchester Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/updated-winchester-farmhouse-pj-vj~6015185) - Location: Winchester, MA - Photos: 14 - [Upgrading and stylizing for a large family of six](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upgrading-and-stylizing-for-a-large-family-of-six-pj-vj~6004514) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 28 - [A Pop of Green](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-pop-of-green-pj-vj~6004716) - Location: Reading, MA - Photos: 24 - Description: This kitchen was bumped out by three feet to make room for this kitchen layout which has a large island and lots of storage. The clean, cool grey cabinets feature a built-in pantry wall, professional appliances and a grey stained wood island. - [Clean and contemporary interiors for a new modern farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clean-and-contemporary-interiors-for-a-new-modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~6004557) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 38 - Description: Refined Home provided the interiors for this beautiful modern farmhouse designed by Rob Bramhall Architects and built by Silver Phoenix Construction. The rooms feature shiplap feature walls, clean natural beam ceiling details and white cabinetry. The rich contemporary style are still relaxed and casual for this young family to enjoy. We used a combination of materials and textures including a leather sectional, rattan occasional and dining chairs, and custom drapes and furnishings. - [Clean and Classic Styling Brought to a Winchester Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clean-and-classic-styling-brought-to-a-winchester-home-pj-vj~3149828) - Location: Winchester, MA - Photos: 23 - Description: This home in Winchester was given a clean and classic style reminiscent of an ocean-side retreat. - [Stylish Kitchen Overlooking the Course](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stylish-kitchen-overlooking-the-course-pj-vj~6004679) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 18 - Description: This family wanted an updated kitchen for their home on the golf course. The kitchen has white cabinets with a walnut island that looks like a piece of furniture. The counters are a solid-surface quartz. We added a built-in banquette which provides a window seat to enjoy a morning coffee. - [Contemporary kitchen and family room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-kitchen-and-family-room-pj-vj~6004656) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 25 - [Winchester Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winchester-project-pj-vj~2677798) - Location: Winchester, MA - Photos: 30 - Description: A family moved from the city to this home just north of Boston. The house was built in the early 2000s and needed some updating - a new kitchen, mudroom, and a laundry room that had to be relocated to the second floor. In addition to the renovations, the couple needed to furnish their home. This included furniture, decor, accessories, wallpaper, window treatments, paint colors etc. Every room was transformed to meet the family's needs and was a reflection of their personality. The end result was… - [Modern & Rustic Lake House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-and-rustic-lake-house-pj-vj~6004695) - Location: Freedom, NH - Photos: 14 - [Contemporary Gourmet Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-gourmet-kitchen-pj-vj~6004689) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 8 - Description: Contemporary gourmet kitchen with professional appliances. Large pantry wall and bar complete this space. We changed the opening to this kitchen to create a better layout for the appliances built-in the side wall. - [Modern Vibe for an Older Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-vibe-for-an-older-home-pj-vj~3149933) - Location: Andover, MA - Photos: 29 [See all 54 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/refined-renovations-and-refined-home-pfvwus-pf~1099104011) ## Ideabooks - [Forest](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102895849/list/forest) — 17 ideas - [Renfro kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/69555617/list/renfro-kitchen) — 24 ideas - [Holt](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/72153937/list/holt) — 11 ideas - [Harrington](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64775711/list/harrington) — 24 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24551825/list/kitchens) — 24 ideas - [Lake house](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30258307/list/lake-house) — 12 ideas - [Chadwick](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30258563/list/chadwick) — 3 ideas [See all 7 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/refinedren) ## Community Q&A **Q: Can someone pls respond?** *(in Photo Questions)* Would greatly appreciate information on where to get the rug -thanks:) A: Hi there, so sorry for the delay. This can be purchased through Refined Home. We unfortunately only have a 5x7 left for $366, as it has been discontinued. If you are interested, I would be happy to chat with you. Please email me at kimberley@refinedren.com. Thank you! **Q: who makes the backsplash** *(in Photo Questions)* What manufacturer makes the blue subway tile? A: Hi Nicci. These are made by Susan Jablon out of upstate New York. **Q: Could you tell me where the light fixture is from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This chandelier was from the Candace Olson collection - Shelby Chandelier. **Q: I like the table.Looks cozy! How much space would I need for it?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This is a 60" round table to give you an idea of size. **Q: Can you tell me the source for the bar stools? Love the room.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you very much! We are an interior design firm with numerous trade vendors that we source from. Feel free to call, email, or reach out if you're looking for any design help! **Q: What is the color of the cabinets?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi Yolanda. The cabinets are painted Ben Moore Simply White. Good luck! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-10.*