Custom Build Home Professionals in Essex, MA

“Tim and his crew did a total reinvention of our 1700s era cottage, and made it into a cozy little jewel. They added extra square footage, moved walls, dug a basement, and more, and made us a perfect little getaway. Couldn't recommend them more highly.”

“I have hired Ernie DeMaio on numerous occasions over the last 20 years for both residential and commercial architectural services. To me it's very basic. He delivers a great product for a fair price. On time. Everytime. He can handle anything from large scale commercial projects to simple sun room additions. His designs incorporate all that I request and more, he gives me all the details & specifications I need to build it easily, and my clients are always happy at the end. I would gladly recommend Ernie to anybody.”

“Could not be happier! Mathew and his staff were very helpful during every phase of the project. They took the time to explain to me and my husband what needed to be done and very often gave us helpful ideas. We went into the project with a strong idea of what we wanted. Mat not only helped us bring those ideas to life, he also offered ways to improve upon those ideas in ways that I could never have thought of. Our family could not have been happier with the result and we constantly get compliments from everyone! I would highly recommend Mat to anyone!”

“The team at Innovative Collaborations (IC) has done a fantastic job with our project in Newton! With their guidance, we were able to maintain our house's traditional Victorian character while adding a major third-floor addition and opening up the interior to create a spacious, modern home. From the double-height entry foyer to the elegant balcony overlooking the back garden, every detail was carefully designed to look beautiful and to function well for our family. More than that, the overall flow of the house really feels and works great; it seems like a simple thing, but to get both right makes a huge impact. IC's excellent recommendations for interiors, including fixtures and finishes, helped us to give the house a modern day upgrade without losing its historic quality. It has a great transitional feel, balancing old world European elegance with simple, modern lines. This relationship carries throughout the house, from the hand-scraped dark maple floors to the simple silver Travertine marble walls. However, the master suite takes the cake. We just love this the most…from the relaxing spa bathroom and very functional marble dressing area, down to the integrated cubbies in the white stained wood walls. What more could you want! It was also convenient to have IC run the entire project -- dealing with the Historic Commission, handling the permitting, and overseeing all construction project management. Their oversight of the many contractors and vendors involved with the project ensured that the construction and finish quality came out superbly. We could not be happier with the outcome. Many thanks to the IC staff!”

“We worked with Leaf Design Associates at the suggestion of our builder. The entire experience was a pleasure. We were very clear about what we wanted and Richard was able to translate our wish list into two different sets of drawings and a third suggesting things we had not thought of and a re-design of our kitchen. In the end, we mixed and matched to come up with a final set of plans, including a new kitchen and are thrilled that we did. This was a redesign/addition to a historic home. Richard worked upfront with our builder and excavator to make sure the design worked within the restrictions set by the Historical Commission. The plans were approved by the Commission on first pass and they noted how pleased they were that the addition looked like it belonged on the original house. Overall, an excellent experience and we highly recommend Leaf Design Associates.”

“Full architectural design, material procurement, construction management and interior design for high end ski home. Amazing attention to detail; high quality; responsiveness. Overall a great project experience. High recommend services.”

“We are on our second project with this firm and only have good things to say about them. They are a versatile and professional company with many talented architects and designers in house. We are currently collaborating on an 18,000 sf Tudor style house from the 1920s. There are a lot of moving parts involved in this project from historic restoration to engineering to kitchen design and finish selections. They have risen to all challenges. A pleasure to have as a team player.”

“We worked with Stefan through the entire renovation project of our Bay Village home. He has an amazing design sense and understanding of architecture. Always warm and personable, Stefan took the time to understand our goals for living in the city and seamlessly integrated our existing furnishings and artwork with beautiful new pieces and interiors. He is incredibly detail oriented, careful about budget, a team player, and a creative problem-solver. His passion for design and architecture brought a lot of joy to the project! We are thrilled with our house and all that Stefan did to help us along the way - we highly recommend working with Stefan.”

“As a professional photographer of residential architecture, I have the opportunity to see many, many fine homes. What impresses me most about Burce Greenwald's work is his keen eye for the harmonious aesthetic. Whether the project is a 17th-century colonial restoration or new construction of a contemporary "green" home, Mr. Greenwald's impeccable taste, architectural expertise and personal commitment consistently deliver results that are inspiring and contextually respectful at the same time. Just as important for me as a professional and a homeowner, Bruce Greenwald is a quality individual who is a pleasure to work with.”

“David Clough Construction LLC has worked with Olson Lewis + Architects on several projects from complicated renovations to the construction of large detailed new homes. As a builder it is important for me to have the necessary information to make a project a success. Olson Lewis + is always one step ahead with collaboration between the client, builder and architect. I feel confident to highly recommend Olson Lewis + Architects as one of the most creative, efficient and professional architect firms that I have worked with! Their tremendous design sense, enthusiasm and organization make the building process a pleasure for all involved.”