Licensed design-build for Newton homeowners who want a kitchen that honors the character of their home, without surprise charges, disappearing contractors, or inflated estimates. Carlos and Johnny on every job site, every week. Fixed-price contracts. 5-year written warranty.
Newton, Massachusetts, 13 distinct villages, a median home value approaching $1.5 million, and some of the most thoughtfully designed residential streets in Greater Boston. From the Victorian Painted Ladies of Newton Centre to the mid-century moderns of Waban, Newton homes carry architectural integrity that a kitchen renovation should honor, not erase.
We've completed more than 25 kitchen renovations in Newton, spanning Newton Centre, Chestnut Hill, Waban, West Newton, and Newton Highlands. We know Newton's permit process at City Hall on Commonwealth Avenue, the village-specific architectural languages, and what $150K means differently in a Newton Centre Colonial versus a Waban ranch.
The Newton homeowner we work with most often is someone who has gotten 3 quotes, one too low to be credible, one full of asterisks, and one that was just a handshake and a hope. They want a contractor who puts the price in writing, shows up when they say, and answers the phone. That is the standard every Nexus Pro project is built on.
Three tiers calibrated to Newton home values and project scope. Itemized fixed-price estimate at consultation.
| Tier | Investment | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh | $75K – $120K | Semi-custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, appliance upgrade, lighting redesign. 8-10 weeks. |
| Signature | $120K – $180K | Full custom cabinetry (MA shop), quartzite or marble countertops, paneled Sub-Zero/Wolf, lighting design. 10-14 weeks. |
| Estate | $180K – $250K+ | Structural reconfigurations, butler's pantry, imported stone, full culinary suite, permitted electrical & plumbing. 14-18 weeks. |
Project: 1930s Colonial Revival in Newton Centre. The homeowners had lived with a 2002 renovation, good bones, wrong layout. The kitchen was closed off from the family room; they wanted open concept but had been told it was "not structural." Two contractors gave estimates without engineering review.
What we found: The wall separating the kitchen from the family room was load-bearing, supporting the second floor and roof. We identified this during our design phase and brought in a structural engineer before any contracts were signed. The steel beam required was costed into the original estimate.
Result: Full kitchen + opening to family room. Taj Mahal quartzite island, custom inset cabinetry, Wolf range, paneled Sub-Zero. Original quote: $168,000. Final invoice: $168,000. Completed in 12 weeks. The clients now host their extended family for Sunday dinner in the kitchen they always wanted.
"We interviewed four contractors. Nexus Pro was the only one who told us what could go wrong before we asked. The price on day one was the price on day 85. That's everything.", Michael T., Newton Centre
Newton City Hall Inspectional Services: 1000 Commonwealth Ave, Newton MA 02459. We handle all permit applications, track approvals, schedule inspections, and interface with the City on your behalf. Kitchen permits in Newton typically take 2-3 weeks for approval.
Village-specific considerations: Newton's 13 villages each have subtly different architectural contexts. Our design team is familiar with the dominant styles in each village, Victorian and Craftsman in Newton Centre and Newton Highlands, Colonial Revival and Tudor in Chestnut Hill, mid-century and ranch in Waban, and calibrates material and cabinet style recommendations accordingly.
Parking and access: Newton's densely wooded residential streets require careful logistics planning for material deliveries and waste removal. We handle all dumpster permits and parking coordination as part of every project.
Newton kitchen remodels typically range from $75,000 to $250,000+ depending on scope. A Refresh project (updated cabinetry, quartz, appliances) runs $75-120K. A full Signature renovation with custom cabinetry and premium stone runs $120-180K. Estate-level projects with structural work and bespoke culinary suites reach $180-250K+. All prices are under a fixed-price contract, the quote is the final invoice.
Yes. Newton requires building permits for kitchen renovations involving structural changes, electrical upgrades, or plumbing relocations. We handle all permit applications with Newton's Inspectional Services Department at City Hall (1000 Commonwealth Ave), schedule all inspections, and manage the full permit lifecycle. You never have to visit City Hall.
A typical Newton kitchen renovation runs 10-14 weeks total: 3-4 weeks for design and permitting, 7-10 weeks for construction. Projects involving structural changes (wall removal, beam installation) add 1-2 weeks. Custom cabinetry from Massachusetts shops adds 8-10 weeks lead time from deposit placement.
All 13 Newton villages: Newton Centre, Newton Highlands, Chestnut Hill, Waban, West Newton, Newtonville, Newton Corner, Nonantum, Newton Lower Falls, Newton Upper Falls, Auburndale, Oak Hill, and Ward Hill. We're familiar with the permit processes, neighborhood parking logistics, and architectural contexts of each village.
Yes. We're a full-service licensed General Contractor. Beyond kitchens, we handle bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, decks, masonry, flooring, painting, siding, and full home renovations throughout Newton. Many Newton clients hire us for their kitchen and then return for their master bath or deck.
Free in-home estimate. 90-minute visit with Carlos. Written fixed-price quote in 5 business days. If you don't hire us, you keep the design.
