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Modern homes are abuzz with activity and sound. A workout room may be adjacent to a home office, and a study may be near a home theater. Architects from the top Boston architectural firms work to meet homeowners’ desires and keep the sound of one room from spilling into the other; the need for soundproof sanctuaries has increasingly become a...

A home is built for every family member, from gathering spaces like the kitchen and living areas to primary suites, where parents can escape to their personal oasis. Perhaps the most important spaces are ones for the kids to call their own. Kids’ bedrooms should reflect their interests and be a comfortable place to spend time, regardless of age. Below...

With contemporary kitchen design, one element stands out as the cornerstone of functionality and style: the kitchen island. From bustling family gatherings to quiet mornings with a cup of coffee, the island serves as the epicenter of daily life. If the space allows, most homeowners want an island designed for their kitchen.  Here, we discuss the architectural considerations that shape...

Color is officially in! Gone are the days when white walls and cabinets were the norm – bold and moody colors are having their moment in all different spaces of the home, from the kitchen to the bathroom and especially in mudrooms!  We’ve completed several projects recently where blue is the color of choice in mudroom spaces. Here are three...

In the historic Boston-area neighborhoods of Newton, Brookline, Cambridge, Somerville, and beyond, you will find architectural achievements on almost every corner. Amongst the streets and “Instagramable avenues,” Victorian homes proudly stand as elegant living pieces of art and history, their ornate facades and intricate details a testament to the craftsmanship of yesteryear. Knocking one down would feel like a crime...

Today, kitchens have become the new social haven of the home. What was once an area where one person could prepare meals is now a place to congregate and entertain. In the post-pandemic era, kitchens have moved into the spotlight as a home’s grand stage.  The Evolution of Kitchen Design Elements Starting in the 1960s, the kitchen emerged from its...

During the winter, when the weather is bitterly cold and light is scarce, we all desire our “creature comforts.” There’s nothing quite like the warmth and glow emanating from a fireplace; it’s pure bliss.  Fireplaces stand out as a functional and aesthetic architectural piece. Long after they were used as the sole source of heat in homes, fireplaces have become...

And just like that, we say goodbye to 2023! As we look ahead to the New Year, we’re reflecting on some of our favorite places we’ve designed for clients to ring in the new year. In the Sun… For some, the perfect way to ring in the new year is in the warm sun with the ocean breeze. Our clients...

Dutch Colonials are often mistakenly cited as the only type of homes outfitted with a gambrel roof, but this is not the case. The gambrel roof, which is defined as a symmetrical two-sided roof, has transcended its original roots to grace various architectural styles. There are examples of this all around Boston, as well as in the coastal regions of...