I have been a devotee of Hutker Architects for many years and follow their projects as I gather…read moreinspiration for our own. Both Mark Hutker and more recently, Matt Schiffer have intuitively, accurately, professionally suggested solutions addressing interior and exterior design issues and existing design elements with exacting attention to every detail. Extraordinary visionaries.

From the owner: Close your eyes and imagine the ideal backdrop for your unique, dynamic lifestyle. Together, let's…read moreembark on a journey of discovery - one that leads to a home that will inspire and restore you. "Build once, well" is a tenet that underpins all of our work. We are passionate about creating healthy, energy-efficient solutions that can reduce long-term operational costs while maximizing your comfort and enjoyment for many years into the future. Our team is trained in the practices of LEED and Passive House. We apply this knowledge base, and its relevant ideas, to every project via our proprietary "S.E.T." (Stewardship, Energy, and Technology) checklist.

I made a cold call about a project in Somerville. I appreciate Lee explaining the process to me…read morevery patiently. He laid out the steps moving forward. I appreciate his professionalism and patience while I am just getting started and things seem overwhelming to me.

The prestigious architect firm with heart to support other small business in the neighborhood.read more

Building a house is a difficult task. We have been in our house now for several years and Patrick…read moreand his people, Cesar was our guy, had a unique instinct for the use of space. Our house is extremely well laid out and was designed exactly the way we wanted, when we went to them with some concept ideas. We had a tough time with our contractor, but Patrick kept him in line with the specs they selected and although our builder was a challenge, Patrick and his firm kept the project on plan. We'd definitely use him again. You get what you pay for, as excellent architecture does not come cheap. We are thankful he designed our Martha's Vineyard House. We were very pleased With him and his staff which was mostly Cesar for us!

From the owner: Patrick Ahearn FAIA specializes in historically motivated architecture and interior design…read more Patrick Ahearn FAIA specializes in historically motivated architecture and interior design. Over the past 42 years, his volume of finely crafted and detailed residential work spans a multitude of classic styles of architecture from City Town Houses to Island Homes. With offices in both the Historic Back Bay neighborhood of Boston and on the island of Martha's Vineyard, these environments provide a rich and fertile background for the creation of classical timeless architecture, appropriate and in scale to each locale. The firm's work covers a broad spectrum of projects in the United States including master planning, new construction, historic renovation and restoration. To each of his projects, Mr. Ahearn and his team of architects and designers bring a highly educated and schooled knowledge of classic architecture coupled with a keen sense of how people live today, which in turn produces homes that are timeless and responsive to the needs of today's lifestyles.

(From my wife, but I agree!): My husband and I hired Andrew and his team at Oak Hill Architects to…read moredesign, execute, and manage a significant addition/renovation to our home in Chestnut Hill. Andrew came up with and executed ideas that make our home so much more functional for our family and modern day living. Andrew is a good listener, thoughtful, intelligent, concise, organized, creative, straightforward, and honest. He recommended a quality contractor who we had an excellent experience with; I do not know many people who feel that way about their contractors post-construction! In addition, Andrew managed our project from start to post-completion, which is key for two busy, full-time working parents. We are thrilled with the new functionality of our living spaces and would not hesitate to recommend Andrew and his team. In fact, as a real estate attorney, I have the ability to refer Andrew to clients (and friends), and do so on a regular basis. Everyone I know that has used Andrew's services sing his praises.

My husband and I hired Andrew and his team at Oak Hill Architects to design, execute, and manage a…read moresignificant addition/renovation to our home in Chestnut Hill. Andrew came up with and executed ideas that make our home so much more functional for our family and modern day living. Andrew is a good listener, thoughtful, intelligent, concise, organized, creative, straightforward, and honest. He recommended a quality contractor who we had an excellent experience with; I do not know many people who feel that way about their contractors post-construction! In addition, Andrew managed our project from start to post-completion, which is key for two busy, full-time working parents. We are thrilled with the new functionality of our living spaces and would not hesitate to recommend Andrew and his team. In fact, as a real estate attorney, I have the ability to refer Andrew to clients (and friends), and do so on a regular basis. Everyone I know that has used Andrew's services sing his praises.