Marlene & Co
Local business · 25 Washington St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
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- 1 review in the last 6 monthsNo negatives
- 4 customer photosOf completed work
Highlights
- Client communication — recent review cites steady updates on a remote job
- Design-build heritage — cabinetry roots dating to 1960
- Strong Google standing — 4.8 stars across 29 ratings
- Thin recent volume — just one review logged in the last six months
Marlene & Co works out of a design studio in Norwell, and its roots run further back than most South Shore remodelers: the business started as a family cabinetry company founded in 1960, which current owner Marlene MacDonald Ketchen bought and renamed The Cabinetry in 2003, later rebuilding it into today's full-service kitchen, bath, and whole-home design-build firm. It says it works Norwell, Hingham, Scituate, Duxbury, and Cohasset from that same shop. On Google, it carries a 4.8 out of 29 ratings. The most detailed review on file, from this spring, walks through a vacation-home bathroom remodel handled largely while the owners were away — Marlene's team sent tile samples ahead of the client's in-person selections and kept them updated through the project's normal bumps along the way. That fits a shop built around running design and construction itself rather than handing pieces off. One thing worth noting: only a single review has posted in the last six months, so there isn't much fresh volume to weigh against the longer history behind it — worth asking directly about current scheduling and which team would be assigned to your project. For a kitchen or bathroom renovation where you want one firm owning both the design and the build — especially if you can't be on-site to supervise every step — Marlene & Co is a reasonable call; just confirm current lead times before booking.
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- 5.0Jun 25, 2026
We hired Marlene to design and remodel a bathroom in our vacation home over the winter. We were a bit nervous about having the work done when we were not in residence to keep an eye on everything. However, Marlene and her team were absolutely excellent at keeping us informed about the project every step of the way. She even sent me tile samples so I could see everything in person before making my selections. Even though there were a few bumps along the way, which is totally normal during a remodeling, Marlene quickly solved everything. Her attention to detail is second to non. The end result is an absolutely stunning bathroom that far exceeds our original vision. We are hoping to work with Marlene on future projects at our home!
— Julia GimbelView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0May 23, 2025
We recently had the pleasure of working with The Cabinetry on a full renovation of our townhouse in Hingham. This included the kitchen and 4 bathrooms, adding a wine room, creating a bonus space in the basement with a custom Murphy bed installation and refinishing all hardwood floors. We couldn't be more pleased with the results. Every space went from just ok to absolutely beautiful! From start to finish, the team was professional, communicative, and detail oriented. They brought creative and thoughtful design suggestions that elevated the overall look and functionality of each space. We highly recommend The Cabinetry for anyone looking to renovate their home.
— Jean RaymondView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Mar 15, 2025
We have had the pleasure of collaborating with the team at The Cabinetry on a multitude of projects. Their attention to detail and craftmanship are remarkable. Everyone on their team takes pride in their work and it shows with the amazing transformations they are able to make in their clients homes. They are very knowledgeable, have a great eye for style & design, and very easy to work with!
— Hub StoneworksView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Oct 24, 2024
Marlene and her staff at The Cabinetry were wonderful to work with. I had a small project to do but got the attention and service as if I did a total kitchen . Also her showroom is beautiful , I highly recommend them.
— karen perfettiView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Oct 6, 2024
Marlene and The Cabinetry are fantastic!!! I met Marlene in 2009 when she designed our kitchen renovation and supplied cabinets, countertops and a lot of vision. Having had such a great experience in 2009, when it came time to turn our playroom into a butler's pantry in 2014 The Cabinetry was my first and only call. Most recently, I worked with Marlene to design a run of cabinets for my church's renovated kitchen. For all three projects, Marlene and her team were incredibly responsive and a real pleasure to deal with. Her vision and her products stand the test of time and continue to stay in style - my kitchen turned 15 years old this year, and I continue to get compliments on what a beautiful and functional space it is! Thank you Marlene!!!
— Robert and Liz BaystonView on Google Reviews ↗
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- behind the score: Thin recent volume — just one review logged in the last six months