Author Archives for David Supple

The Boston area is so rich in history, natural beauty, and culture that there is almost certainly something new to explore for every family, including those who have lived in the city their whole lives. Today, we’ve curated a list of favorite attractions. Whether you’re interested in exploring nature, visiting historic sites, or simply getting… View Article

Most homeowners planning a luxury home build or even a major renovation project hire (or at least consider hiring) an architect to guide the process. Today, we’re going to uncover some of the potential pitfalls of going this route. But first, why do people hire architects? What benefits do they bring to a project, and… View Article

“To move or to remodel” may as well be the homeowner’s equivalent of Hamlet’s “To be or not to be.” It’s an eternal question, and with good reason. There are several factors that go into determining which course of action is best for you, your family, and your immediate and future needs. These factors include… View Article

Prepare to be inspired…   Okay, Boston.  After months indoors our city is finally reemerging into a new normal–many Boston homeowners are contemplating a significant remodel to their existing home or are perusing the now white-hot real estate market in search of a new home that can potentially be crafted to meet their dreams. Expectations… View Article

By now, most people know someone who has done a green remodel or at least has heard phrases like “passive home remodeling,” “green renovation,” “sustainable construction,” “eco-friendly building materials,” or even “energy-saving tech.” All of these concepts are trending right now, but what exactly do they mean, and why are Boston homeowners eager to incorporate… View Article

Some homeowners preparing for renovations interview and hire an architect and a contractor, while others opt to partner with a design-build firm. What’s the difference between these two approaches, and how do you know which strategy is right for you? To answer that question, we first need to explain what exactly an architect does.  What… View Article

What is Gut Remodeling? Generally speaking, gut remodeling means taking a home down to the studs and building back up from there. In this way, the “guts” of the home – its plumbing, electrical, insulation, heating and cooling systems, etc. – are exposed and may be easily updated without altering the structure of the home… View Article

                              If Elon Musk had chosen to tackle homes rather than cars–Tesla would likely be designing Passive Houses. The parallels are striking and clear: uniquely eco efficient, aesthetic, sustainable, far healthier for both the occupant/user and the environment…and just plain cool… View Article

                          With Boston’s real estate market experiencing an unprecedented resurgence, the market is currently cresting into new levels of buying intensity.  The situation is this: demand is extremely high while Interest rates are exceptionally low–many individuals, families and professionals are looking intently for… View Article

I want to upgrade my Boston home. Where do I begin…? Maybe I live in Wellesley, Chestnut Hill, Brookline, Cambridge, Somerville, Natick, The South End or in some beautiful part of the Greater Boston Area. Should I seek an Architect? A Builder? What will this cost and what is the most straightforward, effective and certain… View Article