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The Curtice Group
4.6(
143
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I'm happy to give Scott my strongest positive recommendation. Our project went quite smoothly, staying on schedule thanks to the fact that my office is in the house and Scott's commitment to providing a foreman. This enabled us to make decisions quickly and address problems promptly. Scott and his crew showed a lot of creativity in meeting our requirement to stay in the house during the renovation, to the extent of setting up a temporary kitchen and shower in the basement. In the end, we only had to be out of the house for about a week. He was also very good about coordinating with our architect and the cabinetmaker that we selected ourselves. Having heard a few horror stories of renovation cost overruns, I think we also did well in this respect. Our final figure was about 10% more than the initial estimate due to the kind of unforeseen issues that can be expected on any such project, along with a few changes that we ordered. The level of detail Scott provides in his constantly updated spreadsheet also helped us to make some decisions that reduced our cost."
Finished Basement & Renovated Bathroom
Kitchen Expansion & Remodel
Renovated Kitchen with Island
AFTER:
Full Kitchen renovation with island
We removed the wall separating the Kitchen and Living room we created an open floor plan.

+203

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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iCornerstone, Inc.
4.9(
57
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Customers say: True professional

"Richard's the owner and independent contractor. He doing's the job more then beyond his duties and working with engineers with all there requests to complete the job. I'm so happy to work with Richard and 100% satisfied with his performing, Any one out there needs something for your addition to your house Richard's the men you can count on !!!!!!"
Entertainment center
Entertainment center
Architectural details
computer room left
computer room right

+11

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Perry Brothers Construction
4.9(
205
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Perry Brothers Construction team was outstanding at providing exactly what my family needed. Bill Perry, the owner, always listened carefully to any questions or concerns I had throughout the entire window replacement process. I never felt pressured to purchase products or services I wasn't looking for and was extremely happy with the results. Perry Brothers Construction is the only general contractor in Massachusetts and New Hampshire who I'd confidently reccomend to my friends and family. It was a pleasure to have Bill and his crew work on our home."
Kitchen and Bath Renovation
Expanded Common Bath And Renovated Master Bath+Mudroom
Garage Transformed Into Spacious Family Room
Kitchen and Bath Renovation
Expanded Common Bath And Renovated Master Bath+Mudroom

+78

Response time5 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Boston Architects and Builders, Inc.
4.8(
10
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Offers commercial services

"I didn’t previously understand the difference between a great architect and a poor one. After a frustrating experience with an unresponsive budget architect, working with Vahe and the team at Boston Architects and Builders was a complete turnaround. Communication was seamless from design through completion, and their support with permitting and construction gave us total peace of mind. Their knowledge of the historical commission was impressive—even joining meetings outside their scope, including one Vahe attended from overseas at 2:00 a.m. The final result exceeded expectations. A special thank you to Carine, who went above and beyond with site visits and care, treating the project as if it were her own home. I now truly understand what a great architect is, and I wouldn’t work with anyone else."
Exterior Front Twilight
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Exterior Front Left
Garage
Garage

+19

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Guzman Architects, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Jose to design and draw our kitchen remodel. He used his experience, knowledge, and creativity to come up with a great design for an old house. He was available when questions came up and changes were needed. He was with us for the entire project was complete and inspections complete."
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+33

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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David Harmon Architecture
4.6(
11
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David was very helpful in our attic renovation. We exchanged emails and he come by and saw the place and provided detai plans for the builder. The price was lower than of the estimated quote. I will use David in the future if architectural services are needed and I strongly recommend him."
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Small Project Addition
Mattapoisett, MA
New House -Brookline
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for architectural service projects in Boston, MA

While you might think that architects only draw blueprints for buildings, they are much more involved in the overall construction process than you might realize. While they aren’t the ones swinging the hammers, architects do the following: 

  • Communicate with the homeowner on the project request, including assistance when exact plans aren’t known

  • Develop computer-aided models and blueprints of the requested design

  • Ensure that the design incorporates form, function, and safety features

  • Provide the contractor with the agreed-upon design

  • Supervise the general contractor and any subcontractors throughout the project

  • Communicate any needed changes to the project with the homeowner and draw new plans accordingly

Before settling on and hiring an architect, it’s beneficial to you as a homeowner to ask some questions to familiarize yourself with their work. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend time and resources on a professional that doesn’t specialize in exactly what you want in a house. Some questions to ask your architect include: 

  • How do you charge for services? Is it on an hourly basis, based on square footage, or based on project size?

  • How do we work together to stay on budget for this project?

  • Do you anticipate any future challenges with this project? How are these communicated?

  • What is your project management style? If you are not handling the day-to-day details, who is my point of contact? 

  • Can I see previous similar projects that you’ve completed?

  • Do you have any specialty experience, like working on historic homes or using sustainable building materials?

The average cost to hire an architect for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200

The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour. 

After you’ve spoken with your contractor and agreed on a project, they’ll draw up blueprints, or plans, that the construction crew will use. The blueprint process can take between four and six months to complete. While this can seem like a long time, remember that the architect must communicate with your municipality to determine codes, communicate with you as the homeowner with any changes or adjustments, and coordinate with the construction crew. 

If you simply remodel your home or add an addition, the time to draw up the plans will be shorter since fewer permits and surveys are required. Even still, it’s best to plan for a few months for the architect to complete this part of the project.

Knowing if you need an architect for your project can be tricky, especially if you've never worked with one before. In general, small remodeling projects like replacing fixtures typically don't require the expertise of an architect. However, larger projects, like moving walls or adding an addition to your home, should include an architect to ensure the project is structurally sound.

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