"I was engaged to create a renaissance schematic re-purpose design of an historic single family home from the 1870's into two living units plus a new attached single for a three unit complex. This involved challenging zoning conformance and to blend in with the neighborhood."

"Something got lost via a third-party interviewer. The "work completed date" is erroneous and none of the categories behind the overall were rated. Work is still in progress as of 11/26/19. The client is a working young couple with a toddler. It has been a trying time for them living in the property that needs much TLC. A schematic remodel and addition design has been effected addressing their understood requirements and it is getting a builder's preliminary estimate. They opened up to me about disappointments and frustrations over delay and communication. I appreciate constructive honest criticism. It alerts me to do my job better. Construction planning will be squared away and ready for the spring building season."

"I was happy to advise the homeowner with a list of suggestions on what might be considered for improvements to create a TV/guest room in the basement respecting a modest budget."

"This project is a 3,500 square feet dream home for a couple who wanted to demolish their outdated, cramped '50's split level. It was a pleasant and creative collaboration and yielded all of the features desired for their life style."

"I'm sorry that the client couple feels this way. I can appreciate if fees in aggregate may look like a lot of money for what is regarded as simply drawings and not realize what vital information they contain. Besides aesthetic concern, there is a host of communications, numerous building, zoning and other regulatory codes, ordinances and regulations affecting projects. The drawings are needed to secure permits to build and hold the builder accountable to estimates. Every project is custom in this regard. Fee structure was spelled out for them in a written contract. When it comes to fees it can be difficult for a client to understand the value of professional services versus paying for tangible construction. When evaluating an Architect one ought to consider the depth of experience behind the professional services and how they come to bear upon the successful completed project. This Project, an old two-family property circa 1900, is non-conforming to current zoning. It was an ambitious gut remodel dealing with cranky existing conditions and requiring professional skills honed from long experience to modify and pilot it to successful conclusion. They expressed to me apparent satisfaction. Boston is one of the most difficult municipalities for the permitting process. In any event, it was pleasant and enjoyable for me to collaborate with the couple for a project that we can all be proud."

"This client couple was wonderful to work with in our collaboration to resolve design challenges blending new with existing. They now have a distinctive home meeting demands of modern living."