103 Terrace Street is over 100 years old and is a historic, timber frame, brick building. It once served as a brewery storage and then became a restaurant- Mississippi’s, and now stands as home to New England Design & Construction. It has been completely gutted and remodeled with much of its original character preserved. Exposed timber rafters and wood theme throughout give this building a spectacular and unique style. We welcome you to visit our new facility at any time!!

Windows and Doors. Replace broken and cracked glass. Caulk around windows where the frame meets the wall. Inspect flashing above windows to ensure water is flowing away from the house.

Living Areas. Replace outlet covers on exterior walls with ones including a rubber gasket. You can find these at a major home supply store. Caulk where your exterior walls meet the floor. Larger gaps may need to be insulated first.

Exterior. Inspect all incoming wires, cables, and water and gas lines. Insulate and use exterior caulk to plug holes. Caulk around the fireplace using flue caulk.

The average New England home loses energy at a rate equivalent to having a four by four foot hole in an exterior wall! With cold weather right around the corner, it is time to think about how well your home is conserving energy. Weatherizing your home now could save you 20-25% off this year’s heating costs. In an effort to help you save money, we have provided what we feel are the top 5 areas to protect you from those skyrocketing energy bills. Weatherization does not have to be expensive or time consuming. Read on and you’ll see how we’ve narrowed it down to the most important tasks.

The Attic. Ensure insulation is at level or a bit above attic floor joists. Seal around roof vents, electrical openings, etc., using insulation and caulk. Be sure to insulate around the attic door as well.

The Basement. Use caulk and insulation to seal around dryer vents, holes for electrical wire, windows and any cracks in the foundation wall. Also, plastic wrapping windows can provide further insulation.

Foundations, Framing and Insulation Oh My!

Temperatures may be falling, but things are really heating up here at New England Design & Construction. With three projects, all at different phases, we have be very busy keeping them on schedule and moving full steam ahead. David Supple, CEO and founder of New England Design & Construction, has been managing large-scale remodeling projects and focusing on quality, cost and schedule. “Managing these projects,” he states, “is certainly a challenge. Maintaining project schedules and delivering top quality results for large projects has tested my own logistical skills. We always looking to improve our organizational systems and our focus on this is really paying off. All three are on or ahead of schedule with exceptional quality. Jed (our architect) has raised the bar in designing and planning these projects. Our focus on the planning phase is paying off in the outcome thus far”

Laying the Groundwork

In designing this 2700 square foot, 19th century farmhouse, we needed to consider all factors. Primarily, maintaining the existing architectural style, creating a flowing floor plan, and ensuring it could all be built within the client’s budget.

Our design team was able to do just that and now we are taking this design and remodeling the existing kitchen, bedrooms and  master suite. A two-car garage is also being added to the home. On the exterior, we are replacing all windows, siding and exterior trim.  This will give a marked improvement to this home’s curb appeal. The goal is to combine a contemporary look with a traditional feel.

Framed to Perfection

This 1950’s ranch was just too small for this couple in Billerica, MA. They are adding a family room, master bedroom and deck. This is being done in conjunction with transforming the existing bedroom into a large master bath. Though a fairly simple design, we still wanted to be thorough and make sure we did it right. So, we drew up several different floor plans and examined pros and cons of each. Once the most functional floor plan was chosen and accepted by the homeowners, we went ahead and completed the design. These homeowners are extremely their project is now under construction and running 3 weeks ahead of schedule!

Sound Insulation

Sound was certainly a large factor in designing this kitchen and master bath remodel for a multi-family residence in  Somerville, MA.  Anyone who has lived in a multi-unit building knows how annoying tromping feet and loud noise from other occupants can be. Noting this as a concern, we researched many sound reduction options. We decided to use open-cell foam technology to insulate floors and ceilings. This sound attenuating foam reduces sound between units and makes everyone’s life a bit more quiet and peaceful.

Once insulation is complete, we will carry through with the kitchen remodel and install high-grade contemporary cabinets, granite countertops and hardwood flooring. A new master bathroom will likewise be remodeled with all new fixtures and finishes. We are excited to show you the completed project!