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The Curtice Group
4.6(
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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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

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ALAN E TAYLOR ASSOCIATES
4.7(
33
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Customers say: Quality work

"We employed Alan E. Taylor, Architect to draw up the plans that would allow us to age-in-place in the family home. We enjoyed working with Mr. Taylor on our project. He was enthusiastic in helping us to design changes that would allow us to be all on one floor. His engineering skills helped in deciding what structural changes were possible. He designed an addition and other exterior and interior structural changes that blended nicely with the rest of the house both interior & exterior. He also tried to help us find a way to put in a laundry on the first floor that would be in compliance with the town regulations."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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iCornerstone, Inc.
4.9(
58
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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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

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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d. a. kinsella Co
4.5(
12
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great, Dave stayed within our budget and our addition looks like it was part of a whole new home construction. We were really impressed with Dave Kinsella's design concepts and the workmanship was high quality even though we were on a tight budget. Dave comes from a big family so he understands money and time constraints plus he wants his projects to look as aesthetically pleasing to his clients as possible. We would definitely hire Dave again."
This is new Pacific Northwest Modern style home in Burlington, MA. The home was designed to the clients specification of style and accommodations. It is 3000sf and contains open concept living, media room, 1 guest bedroom with ensuite, 2 childrens bedrooms with ensuite and a master suite; and a 3 car garage. The home was sited where a previous cape style home which could not be expanded to the clients expectations due to limitation by the zoning, so the house was reveresed to over look the nice
Open concept living room facing the garden and pool. Balcony overlooking the family room
Double island feature is shown for both preperation, serving buffet style and entertaining while meals are prepared.
Masters Bedroom with artisian created head board.
Guset Bathroom featuring a wood accent wall reminiscient of Mid Century Modern period

+13

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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M. Kinne Designs, LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My husband and I really enjoyed working with Mike. He had great ideas on handle our unusual storage needs, he was fast, and incorporated all we discussed in his plan."
Pavilion with Retaining Wall
Measurements
Realistic vs. Concept
Lighting Concept
Ground Level

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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StoneWall Landscapes
4.8(
87
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It truly was a pleasure to work with StoneWall. Jerry had fantastic ideas about how we could make our back yard both welcoming to people and dog friendly. He has a great design sense and was able to share his vision of what it would look like. His team always showed up when he said they would and the quality of their work is excellent. In less than two weeks he managed to turn our mud pit of a yard into a gorgeous oasis with a patio, plantings, lighting, and a landscaped gravel area for the dogs."
Seat Bench & Firepit
Masonry Construction
patio
Masonry Construction
Natural Stone  Patio with Enclosed BBQ Grill

+70

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Boston Architects and Builders, Inc.
4.8(
10
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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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."
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+19

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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CLASSICAL HOMES LLC
4.4(
7
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Every project we have done with Classical Homes has been an excellent experience. The design aspects have been substantial, and have been executed by the architect with attention paid both to the aesthetics and to the functionality of the space. Time was taken to listen to our input, and to incorporate our thoughts into the final design when appropriate. The builder supervisor likewise oversaw the work of his sub contractors with care and concern, and proceeded in an efficient and orderly manner. Costs were outlined in advance, and contingencies provided for. Both of these professionals at Classical Homes were committed to the highest possible standards. We would have no hesitancy in using use them again should opportunities arise."
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Architects questions, answered by experts

The essential difference between an architect and an engineer is that architects typically focus more on the aesthetic design of buildings, although not without consideration for the structural integrity of the building. Engineers focus more on the structural, technical, and practical aspects of whether and how an architectural design can be built as drawn. You may need to hire both types of professionals if you’re designing and building a new home.

Many drafters go on to continue their education and become architects. Drafting is a necessary skill for architects, so learning drafting is often the first step on a path toward becoming a licensed architect. Drafting can also be a career on its own, with plenty of drafters choosing to specialize and focus solely on drafting.

British architect John Nash is credited with creating the Italianate style of architecture. The style was further popularized in the U.S. by landscape architect Andrew Jackson Downing and architect Calvert Vaux. The style spread across the U.S. due to Downing’s popular book on the style and the availability of plans and materials due to the mass production of the Industrial Revolution.

In most cases, you should hire a draftsperson for simpler projects like minor home renovations, and you should hire an architect for new construction, structural changes to your home, and large home add-ons. If you’re working on a larger project that demands an architect or structural engineer, your professional will often have a draftsperson on staff and include their services in your estimate.

Consulting the architect of your house is not the best way to determine when it was built. Many homes are built by developers or builders, so there may not be a specific architect to track down—especially if you have a very old house. Instead, it’s best to rely on local government records.

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