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Avatar for The Curtice Group
The Curtice Group
4.6(
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Brighton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Curtis Group was hired to Design, Contract Manage and build an addition as well as remodel Kitchen, replace roof and paint both exterior and interior of main house and addition. Both Eric and Scott and their entire Team were excellent to work with."
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(
58
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ArchitectDesigner - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Brighton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Customers say: True professional

"My wife and I were considering having some remodeling done to our house but we were not sure how it would all work. A friend recommended we hire an architect or draftsman to help with the ideas. We submitted the request through Angie's and found Richard from iCornerstone. We live in Tyngsborough and he came to our house from Weymouth and spent the day measuring everything in the house and provided us with an outstanding renderings and diagrams of our house from all the floors. We didn't have any original drawings and neither did the town wit details. Richards work was exemplary and nothing short of outstanding. He really knows his stuff and he kept in contact the entire time. We asked for the changes and he made them to a second diagram with a 3D layout we could show to the contractors for the remodel. I highly recommend Richard and iCornerstone for any of your needs."
Entertainment center
Entertainment center
Architectural details
computer room left
computer room right

+11

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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StoneWall Landscapes
4.8(
87
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Architect - Landscape

Serving Brighton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jerry was terrific! Was able to install a walkway and repair an existing patio 2 days after meeting with him. His competitors claimed the stone was on back order, yet Jerry and is highly skilled crew got the product within a day. Jerry and his crewâ s workmanship is superb. The pricing was much more reasonable than a couple of the competitors I called. I definitely recommend this company. - Scott"
Seat Bench & Firepit
Masonry Construction
patio
Masonry Construction
Natural Stone  Patio with Enclosed BBQ Grill

+70

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CLASSICAL HOMES LLC
4.4(
7
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Brighton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hossein Vahedi of CLASSICAL HOMES LLC designed our house and supervised the construction process. He was friendly and easy to work with, had many creative ideas, and really tried to understand our needs. He worked well with our general contractor. His price is very reasonable. I highly recommend him to people who want to create their own dream house, but need professional help to translate their ideas to doable project."
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+38

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Guzman Architects, LLC
5.0(
6
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ArchitectDesigner - Building

Serving Brighton, 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

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Szymanski Architect LLC
5.0(
6
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Brighton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Szymanski architects to design my renovation and would absolutely work with them again. Their expertise helped me design the space with the most functionality for my needs. They were timely and were in constant contact during the project making adjustments as needed. The place came out beautiful and we couldn’t be happier."
Response time1 day
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GARDENS BY THE YARD
4.4(
142
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Brighton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

"The project was a tremendous experience. Leisha and her team took a shaded area where nothing was growing and transformed it into beautiful woodland garden. She showed me that with the right selection and installation of native plants I could have an attractive, low maintenace garden that supports birds and pollinators. She’s an expert gardener and designer and has a team that are considerate and professional. I can’t recommend them highly enough."
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+11

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

It is technically possible to draw your own blueprints, but the process is extremely involved and really demands help from an expert. A professional architect has an understanding of design elements, interior design, the functionality of different rooms in a home, and how everything from furniture, outlets, and light switches should be laid out to serve you and your family best. Hiring an architect for blueprints can get expensive, but it’s the most responsible way to begin a new construction project. If you’re keen on DIYing, you could consider starting the process and then having a professional take over.

As with most large-scale home renovation projects, you’ll need an architect to map out the exact layout and specs of your above-garage room, which is required in many municipalities. Some general contractors will serve as your architect, or they may bring on a residential architect to assist with the plans.

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

You can draw your own house plans using three-dimensional modeling software, but in most cases, you’ll need an architect to draw up the final plans. Architects understand local building regulations and requirements, so their plans will be necessary for getting permits approved, and they’ll also ensure your home is structurally sound. DIY house plans can be a good place to start to help visualize your project, but you should always defer to a professional before trying to proceed with the project.

Expect excavation below grade, creating a well for access, weatherproofing, and thorough inspections during setup.

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