Refined Renovations & Refined Home

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!

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!

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!

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!

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.

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!

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!

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!!!

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!

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.

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.

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.

The Refined Renovations team was fantastic from start to finish. We renovated our entire home in two phases with this team, and the finished results are simply perfection. It's exactly what we were hoping for! We had our daughter in the middle of the project, so we had very limited time, and the Refined Ren team didn't waste a second. Every meeting was comprehensive and covered all of the details possible, and there were absolutely no surprises or unexpected expenses. Price quotes were accurate, the quality of the materials chosen were always fantastic, and it was the least stressful home renovation I've ever heard of.

My wife and I were first introduced to Refined Renovations when we toured an open house approximately 2 years ago. We were immediately drawn to their elegant, modern design aesthetic and how every room seemed to perfectly complement the others. No detail was overlooked. Before leaving the open house, we asked the listing broker for information on the designer After finding our home a year later, one of the first calls we made after our closing was to Jim at Refined Renovations. We had a vision for what our new home could become and we knew that Jim and his team were perfect for achieving that vision. They did not disappoint. Jim and his team took our vision and guided us color palettes and materials that we otherwise would not have considered. The team was in constant communication throughout the entire design and installation process. Their adherence to safety and health guidelines during COVID was commendable and our project was completed on time. The end result was something more than what we had ever dreamed of.

I had the pleasure of working with Kim on my condo renovation in Boston. What an AMAZING job she did. We had our share of COVID sourcing issues, but Kim was on top of everything to adapt and get everything delivered within a reasonable time frame. She exceeded our design expectations. My wife had a vision of "Coastal Modern" which is not the easiest to execute. We feel like she nailed it!

Jim and the entire Refined team exhibited tremendous professionalism and partnership combined with a focus on style and quality. We had thought about updating our main living spaces for years and Refined Renovations and Refined Home helped us realize our dreams. They reimagined our kitchen and opened up our family room and dining room. They added a back door into a new mud room and adjoining full bath to perfectly accommodate muddy puppy paws. And they added a screened porch that further expands our living space and has become another favorite spot to enjoy. The entire design process was a pleasure and the end result makes us so happy now and for many years to come!

Jim and his entire team were a delight to work with on our kitchen renovation. Their professionalism and design expertise afforded us a beautiful, functional, and timeless kitchen that we know we will enjoy for years to come! Refined Renovations' "one stop shop" made the design decisions extremely easy and convenient, especially with a toddler in tote! Thank you, Jim and team, for all you did to make our house a home!

We had the best experience working with Jim and his team at Refined Renovations. They are professional, attentive to their clients needs, and recommended the highest quality of materials. We love our kitchen design and renovation. The final product looks like a picture in a high end magazine.

Jim and his team were professional and easy to work with. They incorporated their design ideas with our wishes to create a kitchen space that has become the hub of our home. Work was finished on time and communication with thorough and easy. Great people and quality craftsmanship!

Every day that we are in our new home, we can't believe we get to live here. We recently completed an almost-full gut job on an old home, replacing internal components and changing the entire aesthetic. Refined was a pleasure to work with from the start of the 10-month project. From conceptualizing the scope of the renovation to selecting fixtures and even furnishings, Refined was able to effectively translate our vision and style. When guests walk into our home, they unanimously note how put together the home is and how much they love the unique details that Refined put into place. Sub contractors that came into our home also expressed their admiration for Refined's craftsmanship, which is evident in the final product. As with any renovation, we experienced a few hiccups around the move-in date but given the scope of our project, we are extremely pleased at how smooth the process was overall. The Refined Renovation team are also a bunch of nice, down-to-earth, funny people. Thank you for this gorgeous place we get to call home!

The entire Refined team was great. We did a full renovation and addition, and they integral in the design and build side of the project. Their upfront planning was thoughtful, inspired, and visually very helpful for us. The materials and decor that they sourced for us were right on the spot and we couldn’t be happier with the result!

Refined Renovations planned and executed our renovation beautifully. They helped us to determine scope and priorities (with future projects in mind), as well as steer us to a beautiful design. They excel at taking your ideas, pictures -- and random musings -- and turning it into a beautiful, functional space. Icing on the cake: we didn't have to worry about managing contractors, subcontractors, etc., because they handle everything. With a busy job, young kids, and travel, we couldn't have gotten it all done on our own, and it certainly would have never turned out as beautiful as it did! We highly recommend the Refined Renovations team!

The Refined Renovations team really listened to us from what we wanted to what would work within our house. They held to the schedule that was agreed to up front, when WE decided to make changes we knew what the cost would be so there were no surprises. We were so happy with the work done on our first floor (change in flow, kitchen, master bedroom) that we are planning on having them back next fall to redo our second floor and large family room. They run their business like a business and not like what people expect from the builder/contractor industry. The team was a pleasure to work with and we look forward to partnering with them again next year to complete our house.

We approached Refined Renovations about replacing our existing exterior lighting, the lighting in our kitchen and dining room and dining room furniture. Kimberley picked out the most amazing fixtures and furniture and we could not be more happy. The process was smooth and efficient. Kimberley could not have been more responsive and helpful. We highly recommend her and Refined Renovations.

Broadly speaking, the single best endorsement I can provide to the team at Refined Renovations is that we were completely comfortable living (temporarily) 2,000 miles away from home for 6 months once ground was broken on a fairly significant home redesign - relying heavily on the team to make decisions where required and clearly communicate to us when additional input was required. The pre-planning Jim and his team walked us through, the thoroughness and thoughtfulness from the very onset and our complete confidence in the quality of the team's work gave us a level of comfort from two-thirds of the way across the country that I don't imagine could be matched by many firms. There was never a shortage of friends, family or acquaintances expressing their disbelief that we could "rest easy" from that far away on a project of this size and scope. For us, there was never a question - as we got to know the whole team and went through the planning process with them we quickly recognized that Refined Renovations was not like most other firms and we could rely wholly on their skills and expertise both during the decision making process as well as throughout the work to follow. Beyond that, however, I think a number of things set Refined Renovations apart and are worth mentioning specifically for the benefit of anyone considering their services: 1. The design phase is the definition of genuine and thorough collaboration. We came in with a very well thought out and fairly specific "plan" for home our home's expansion and the Refined team never wavered from the core aims we hoped to achieve. But they were able to expertly weave in considerations that hadn't occurred to us (as a knowledgeable contractor should) and, perhaps more importantly, begin to push us out of our comfort zones (especially Kristin and Kimberley) on things ranging from simple wall accents all the way to floor plans. The end result is that we came home only days ago to a home that exceeded our expectations. We saw in areas where they pushed us outside of our comfort zone how happy we were to have had a bit of faith in the process, and also saw all of our overarching hopes for the remodel had come to fruition. 2. There may well be some potential customers that prefer to have separation between the construction team, the interior design group and the other moving parts. I can absolutely understand that tendency in certain situations but for us one of the most appealing aspects of Refined Renovations was the degree to which the whole process was guided by a single team having worked together so well for so long. As aspects of the floor plans changed or were debated and finishes finalized, the individuals working on color palettes, furniture selection, etc. were right alongside for the discussions and were able to seamlessly account for and incorporate all of those considerations into a final product. It also gave us an easy point of contact for any and all of our scattered questions throughout the process – an especially valuable benefit from afar as we never had to wonder how to coordinate between multiple teams once a decision was made. If a fully integrated team that can handle everything from foundation to furniture is important to you then I can’t recommend Refined Renovations enough. 3. And, finally, perhaps the sweetest words a customer can hear – on time, on budget. The planning process sets a reasonably detailed budget, and any adjustments up for consideration throughout the process come with clear options for consideration and an associated price as well as timeline impact for each. With regards to timing, Refined Renovations was working with a fairly definitive day on which we would be out of the house and a fairly definitive day on which we’d have to return. With four kids in tow we had limited flexibility to jump in and out of living situations or adjust on either end in terms of dates. Throughout the entirety of the process they tailored certain aspects of the schedule and cadence of events to fit our somewhat unique and inflexible needs – it was definitely appreciated! Without exception every single person we encountered as part of the project was friendly, transparent, professional and fully qualified to assist us with this undertaking. We could not be happier with how everything turned out.

We were astounded at how incredible our space turned out; thank you Jim and Kimberley, for your vision, your professionalism and your outstanding service!

We couldn’t be more pleased with our recent experience hiring Refined Renovations soon after purchasing a home that, while it had great “bones”, needed an inspired vision to turn it into the contemporary/farmhouse I saw in my mind. Minutes after touring our new home, Jim saw possibilities we hadn’t even imagined, and it was obvious we had made the right choice. What really stood out to us was how Jim’s Plan eliminated wasted space and created a whole new fresh design, still within the footprint of the house. Our renovation involved primarily the first floor, including Kitchen, Pantry, Living Room, Master Bedroom/ Bath/ Sitting Room Suite, Powder Room, & Laundry. Working with his talented designer/ project manager Kristen was simply a joy. She was amazing, and helped us create a true chef’s kitchen, beautiful and yet so functional. Who knew shopping for granite could be Fun! Their contractor John, of Henehan Construction, and his team were wonderful also. John is an exceptional carpenter, whose work and attention to detail is outstanding. He went out of his way (and I KNOW it wasn’t easy!) to have the kitchen and living space finished so we could enjoy having our family gather there for the Holidays- we will always be grateful to him for that. We lived on the 2nd floor for 4 of the 5 months project, and his crew who came every day at 7am were unfailingly kind, respectful and always professional. All of his subs were top notch. Though our project “ended” a few months ago, our relationship with Jim, Kristen and John has not. They respond and address immediately any punch list items that come up, and are never too busy to answer questions. It’s obvious they stand behind the quality of their work 100%, and put their client’s satisfaction first. We could not be happier with our beautiful, home - and highly recommend Jim & his Team at Refined Renovations!

RR - Style Refinery provided a complete home renovation, interior design and decorating. The entire staff is very easy to work with and take a lot of pride in their work. The team has a wide range of expertise and talents Their approach and eye for style and beauty is tough to match. They are very accessible throughout the process. I would 100% recommend that you go with a more personalized and focused team at Refined Renovations. They exceeded our expectations and during the "reveal" day, we felt like we were on a TV show as we walked into the fully furnished home for the first time. We've interacted with the team so much, we feel like they've become our good friends and extension to our family.

We have had a wonderful experience working with Refined Renovations/The Style Refinery. We had them remodel several areas of our home including our kitchen and bathrooms and we love how everything turned out. They are very easy to work with and always very responsive when we have questions. Highly recommend!

After interviewing several Boston-area design/build firms, we chose Refined Renovations to renovate several rooms in our home including the kitchen, mudroom, powder room, dining room, family room, butler's pantry and laundry room. Not only did they do the design and construction of the rooms, but we also worked with Kimberley on the interior design of those rooms and a few additional rooms. From the beginning, we had a tight timeline for when we wanted the project completed, and knew we could make decisions quickly to keep things moving as long as we found a company willing to do that also. Jim and Kristin agreed that our timeline was tight, but doable - they were the only company to give us assurance that they could get the job done in our timeframe. The design phase was a fun process due to Kristin and Jim truly understanding our challenges and then providing solutions that not only met, but exceeded our expectations. When we came to them with a suggestion for our pantry storage for example, they took that one step further and came up with an idea to make the space 10x better (and larger); something we never thought of. They didn't just do what we asked, they came up with better ideas. We had a wonderful contractor working in our home from demolition day until the final walk thru. John and his team were at our home almost every day. They are true professionals - skilled, conscientious, kind, stayed on schedule and kept us informed throughout the process. The subcontractors they worked with were excellent as well. Our project manager/designer, Kristin and interior designer, Kimberley, suggested materials and furnishings that really felt like "us." We created Houzz boards before the project started and they took those boards and made recommendations that reflected our style 100%. This made decision making a breeze. The budget was clearly outlined in the beginning and any changes to it were discussed immediately. Toward the end of the project, the team made sure we were completely satisfied with every aspect of our home. Post renovation touch-ups and follow-thru were completed swiftly and efficiently after we had moved in. We are beyond thrilled with our home. It is functional, comfortable and beautiful. I would highly recommend Refined Renovations and hope we can work with them again in the future.

We had been considering a kitchen remodel for several years but had heard so many stories of kitchen remodel disasters! From day one, The Style Refinery eased all of our concerns. Our lead designer and project manager was Kristin McGrath. She was very creative with the space – we were not able to change the basic footprint of the kitchen, and it is a narrow room. Above all, we wanted a center island. Kristin is very knowledgeable (and patient!) and demonstrated that it would not suite the space. She suggested that we add a peninsula with an overhang for seating, which has worked out beautifully and gives us exactly the function and look we were going for. The cabinet quality far exceeded our expectations and the installation went very smoothly. Throughout the entire project, any concerns were handled quickly, which allowed us to remain positive and forward thinking. Kristin’s knowledge of the design process and her vision of the finished product are unmatched. We will hire The Style Refinery and Kristin for our future remodeling projects!

We selected the Style Refinery team to help us with our kitchen renovation, and we were very happy with our choice! The team was so good at the fine balancing act of listening to our goals and design ideas, and then steering us with their refined selections. The result is something that we absolutely love, but they clearly got us to a much more beautiful result than we ever imagined! We had some firm budget goals, and we feel that the price-to-value ratio of the result is perfect. The interactions with the entire team were extremely professional throughout. All of the construction, installation, and painting crews that the Style Refinery and Henehan Construction sent were outstanding. Timetables were met 100% of the time, and we truly appreciated that the team delivered on all of their commitments. In addition, we might add that Kristin was our main point person throughout the project, and she was absolutely fantastic. We just can't say enough nice things about the team!

Jim, Kristin and Kimberly were great to work with! We loved being able to work with one company through the entire process from design phase to final touches. They renovated 3 bathrooms and all are amazing! The contractors they work with are excellent on follow up and keeping you informed of what is happening each week. We would definitely use them again for any home renovation project.

I knew immediately after looking at Jim's website that I wanted to work with him. I was drawn to his aesthetic, which is a bridge between a clean modern and comfortable, homey feel. Jim and his team structurally addressed a laundry list of functional issues we were having on the first floor of our house without expanding the footprint of the home. He also gave it a much needed face lift. I gave Jim a sense of colors and materials that I liked, as well as didn't like. And then he took care of the rest: He picked out absolutely everything that went into the renovation, down to the wall paint and furniture pieces. He has an incredible ability to pair unlikely things together to create a high-styled look at a reasonable price. Jim and his team stayed on time and on budget. When an issue arose, Jim took care of it -- and we were never asked for more money to cover unexpected issues. Equally important, the crew was fantastic to be around. We saw the same guys at 7 a.m. every day for three months; they were friendly, respectful and kind toward my two small children. It's been more than a year since Jim's team completed our project. A number of punch-list items have come up and still, Jim and his team have never charged us to address them. They truly stand by the quality of their work and want to make sure that their clients are happy!

Jim and the entire Refined Renovations Team were fantastic to work with. Our kitchen was old and needed to be updated. Jim came in and put a design together that worked great for our family and budget. Jim is incredibly reliable, calls you back and delivers on time! We will continue to refer Refined Renovations to all of our family and friends and I know we will be using Refined Renovations on future design projects.

I absolutely loved working with Jim Buhrer and his team! Jim had so many design ideas that I fell in love with and he truly turned our house into a dream home. He was able to take my thoughts and turn it into a reality I never thought possible. Jim is beyond professional but also fun and lovely to work with on such a large project as ours. We couldn't be more excited and happier to have family and friends over to our new stunning house thanks to Jim and his team!

Jim did an amazing job transforming our small dated kitchen into a real chef's kitchen. Jim is extremely organized and detail oriented which resulted in a beautiful kitchen with construction finishing on time and on budget. He helped us design a kitchen that is both functional and beautiful and more fitting of our 1890's victorian home (which took some creative thinking and some major structural changes to achieve our vision). All in all, we had a great experience working with Jim and his team.

Jim is fantastic. He helped us renovate an old colonial home and completely transformed the space while staying true to its character. Jim quickly understood what we were looking for and saw potential we didn’t even realize. His expertise, attention to detail, and thoughtfulness was invaluable throughout the process. We couldn’t be happier with the end result and highly recommend working with the Refined Renovations team.

Jim is amazing. I have done many photo shoots for Jim of his renovations. Every time I meet a homeowner on location for a photo shoot in their home, they welcome Jim with open arms. He has really great relationships with his clients and they are always so happy with the outcome of their projects. At one late afternoon photo shoot of a complete kitchen/great room renovation, he brought ingredients for a dinner he was making for the family that evening. "I like to make sure everything is working in the kitchen," he said. Now that's followup! I can't recommend Jim enough. He's talented, creative, honest and fun to work with.

Jim completely renovated a 1940s colonial for our family over 9 months, including custom design, remodeling, interior design and furnishing. His insight, professionalism, and vision were instrumental in completing our project. Jim's calm and knowledgeable demeanor expertly guided us through every phase of the process. We were so comfortable with his approach and personality; coupled with his amazing portfolio and glowing recommendations from prior customers, we were sure that Refined Renovations would be creating the house of our dreams in every aspect. Jim's attention to detail and sense of style resulted in the wonderful house we are now proud to call home. Jim is equally amazing at interior design as he is remodeling and renovating, so he was able to design and furnish the home with the same idea and concept in mind. Our project was undoubtedly worth every penny! Jim stayed on track, completed on time, and the finished product exceeded all expectations. Together, we had the most productive working relationship possible. We met at several points along the way, and Jim always methodically navigated the most difficult decisions keenly balancing budget, quality, and innovation. We are lucky to have met Jim and to have had the opportunity for him to design the house of our dreams.

Jim and Refined Renovations lead us through an update/remodel of a 'new to us' 1930s home. Our find had great bones and sat on a beautiful lot but was choppy and in much need of updates. Jim had an immediate vision to open up the kitchen/family room to a great view of the grounds that we loved and would soon become where we spend 90% of our time. The use of space is excellent and the finishes all come together beautifully. The remainder of the house was updated to compliment the new space (floors, paint, light fixtures), and a third floor finished as kids space. We did hit a few bumps along the way, as all remodels do, but Jim was great to deal with especially during these stressful moments. We were expecting the design sense given his portfolio but I have to say we were pleasantly surprised by an even stronger sense of customer. The overall result is simply smashing. We couldn't be happier with our decision to hire RR.

After seeing a friend's kitchen renovation, we just had to speak to Jim about what could be done with our traditional, moderately large master bath. Jim had a professional, and clear approach on architecting the best room for us. He reviewed a portfolio of random ideas and thoughts from pinterest and Houzz and painted a picture. He worked closely with us on styles, options, and all the fine big and small details, and refinements along the way. We discussed everything from relocating the master bath, window expansions, reconfiguring the room, etc. He provided great advice in all those areas that took into consideration how we envisioned the room to be used. We loved the custom touches, advice on staying within budget, and Jim's visionary style.

We hired Jim at Refined Renovations after receiving a referral from our neighbor who had just worked with Jim and his team remodeling their master bath. We were looking to update our kitchen and make it more functional and had many ideas of our own, in fact we weren't looking for a "designer" just someone to draw it out for us. When Jim started, I explained to him that I already knew exactly what I wanted for everything. He listened respectfully to all my ideas and then started to share his "vision" for the space and it was in that moment, I knew my ideas couldn't even compare to the ideas he had in store for our home. We went from just updating our kitchen to completely changing the flow of our home creating a kitchen/family living area/sitting area/ mudroom that not only looks amazing but has changed our lives. We are a busy family of five, and the space that Jim created for us, has in fact, made all our lives easier and more enjoyable! Over the course of our project, Jim worked closely with me, making sure that each of the decisions we made were the perfect choice for our family. We have been so pleased with Jim and his team that we are hiring him again next year to redesign our pool/patio layout. He has shared some of his ideas for this space, and once again, his ideas exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Jim, his talent, work ethic, attention to detail, and patience are just a few attributes that made this process an enjoyable and life changing one for us!

We hired Refined Renovations to do a kitchen renovation (full) and facelift to one wall of our family room. Did a fantastic job from design to finish and finished on time! Professional experience through and through.

I had the pleasure of working with Jim designing our kitchen remodel. It looks truly amazing! His creative ideas and eye for style is like no other! It was actually a fun project. A big thanks to the whole team at Refined Renovations!

I hired Jim to remodel the kitchen and bathroom in a very contemporary house I purchased. I had a basic idea of what I wanted the new kitchen to look like but I needed someone to guide me through the process. Jim was the right person to do that for me! He asked questions about my family's routines and also made observations after seeing the kids and I using the kitchen. I was away on vacation for a couple of weeks while Jim was working on the kitchen and bath and I felt totally confident in any decisions he made while I was away. We kept in contact through email and pictures. I even left it up to Jim to choose the light fixtures for the new space. Jim respected my budget and the results were fabulous! It was the exact space we needed for our family. I had to sell the house unexpectedly about a year after the renovation and the buyer said the kitchen was the definite selling point. I recommend Jim to everyone who is looking for a remodel. I have seen the work he has done on a friends home and it is outstanding. The best part is that Jim is so easy to work with and is such a nice person. Very responsive and knowledgable.

We hired Jim to help with our kitchen renovation and were very pleased. We had a few ideas of what we wanted and a few ideas of what we did not want. Not a lot for Jim to work with, but he had a great way of talking us through things and getting us to decisions. I am a landscape contractor and everyday I hear the stories about less than professional and less than knowledgeable companies out there so I feel I am a tougher customer. It did not take long and Jim had our trust and the end results were outstanding. Jim was professional, pleasant, easy to get in touch with, quick to respond and had many fantastic ideas. Jim took our project to a much nigher "level" than we could have imagined. I would highly recommend Refined Renovations to everyone!

Refined Renovations remodeled our kitchen and dining rooms. We were so impressed with the excellent design layout and attention to details. Jim has tremendous talent and great vision for what will be attractive, appealing, and up to date finished rooms. His suggestions were so exciting and helpful- he came up with fantastic ideas we would never have considered! The dining room is so comfortable and inviting with a vaulted ceiling and beautiful millwork. The tile around the fireplace is perfect and complements the room décor. Jim and his team were very professional and easy to work with. He stayed on budget and completed the project on time. We are absolutely thrilled with the completed project--and all thanks to Jim at Refined Renovations.

We decided to hire Refined Renovations for our kitchen/family room remodel. Here is what we can say about our collaboration... If you want cookie cutter or uninspired design and same old same old, DONT hire Refined Renovations!!! If however, you want someone to partner with you, listen closely, have big picture vision and unique approaches to design and aesthetic, look no further. Jim Buhrer makes the process fun and enjoyable and made it easy for us to visualize the end result. Thorough and professional, the Refined Renovations team were easy to work with and completed the project on time and within budget. We would enthusiastically recommend Refined Renovations and will work with them on future projects. -Chris and Kathy Andover, Ma

My husband and I hired Jim Buhrer to renovate our 1970's kitchen shortly after moving into our 1920's Dutch Colonial. I didn't have a specific idea about what I wanted, only to incorporate modern day efficiency and convenience with the charm and period details of our old house-also, I wanted an awesome range hood! Jim came back to us with a detailed design that was just perfect. It was exactly what I wanted. My husband and I really clicked with Jim's low key and extremely professional manner-he is also very funny. He was a joy to work with, he held our hands during the scary parts, and brought the project to completion on time and on budget. The people he hired as subcontractors were all also top notch. About a year after our kitchen renovation, we asked Jim to tackle changing our basement from a very dark and dreary area into a comfortable space where our teenage children would want to hang out with their friends-we haven't seen them since! All kidding aside, Jim has a fabulous design instinct, is an extremely talented carpenter, and is a very smart, and a very nice guy. We would work with him again in a minute!

Jim Buhrer with Refined Renovations delivered on design, budget, and time! Jim's design for our renovation went way beyond our thinking in a spectacular way. We went from a bland 80's colonial to a "wow" house. Jim's design ideas gave us the much needed space and layout for our growing family. Jim's expertise in planning made for a smooth renovation on time and on budget. The Refined Renovations team were extremely easy to work with and attentive to every detail. We highly recommend Jim Buhrer and The Refined Renovations team.

Renovated 3 bathrooms with Jim Buhrer at Refined Renovations. The design options were stunning, the execution was flawless, and the end result was exactly what we were looking for! Jim presented design options based on our architecture and our budget. He was very flexible and accommodating to our taste and the "mid-stream" changes that occur during the scope of a project such as this. He was always available and guided us through what can be an overwhelming process. Instead of 10 choices for a particular tile or fixture, Jim was able to narrow that down to 3 or 4 choices based on budget and design. This was a huge help in streamlining the entire process. Would not think twice about having Jim work on more projects for us, in fact I would not even consider anyone else.

Jim Buhrer of Refined Renovations offers incredible vision, efficient execution, and an exquisite design sense and attention to detail that is truly beyond compare. After listening to us talk about the many possibilities for our addition, Jim provided us focus and a fabulous concept for our new master bedroom suite. He collaborated with us and an architect to ensure a solid plan, and in a few short months, Jim and his team built the addition over our garage that blends as if it has always been a part of the house. While the entire Refined Renovations team was professional and efficient, it was Jim’s creativity and wonderful design sense that enabled us to realize our dream of a casually sophisticated sanctuary that is simply elegant.