LDa Architecture &amp; Interiors

(31 reviews)

We had finally decided to renovate our condo and had no idea what we wanted. In comes Brad and…read moreKendra to the rescue! They were very thorough and had a lot of reference material we could look at to help us narrow in on our vision. Both Brad and Kendra asked us a lot of questions of what we were looking to achieve and through our input were able to come up with a final look we were absolutely thrilled with! They were very responsive and quick to follow up and came up with multiple alternate ideas when we were unsure about something. Overall we were most happy with the design and color choices that perfectly matched what we had pictured in the back of our minds. They are very flexible whether you're a person who love every minutia of choice or want to throw caution to the wind and let them use their imagination to come up with a design! We would strongly recommend them if you want a unique design or vision that has yet to be discovered!

I was overwhelmed at the prospect of staring at paint chips and second guessing my selections…read more Brad came in and did a walk through on short notice. He accounted for the flooring, direction of light and our existing furniture and transformed our dated home with his paint selections. His picks were spot on. He followed up and communicated with us impeccably. Save yourself the headache and let his eye do the work!

Twelve Chairs

Fantastic! I have been to the store numerous times. I have purchased a number of items at the store…read moreranging from gifts for family to items for decorating my own home. I've had the pleasure of attending a few events that have been hosted at their location in Fort Point. The Barbara Lynch dinner a few months ago was incredible. If you have an opportunity go check out this store, the owners are fantastic, friendly and very helpful. If your decorating your home or need some good ideas for a gift this a great place to visit.

This place is so cool! They have some really nice art and a great selection of home decor. My…read morewife and I were looking specifically for an Ork Poster which is a neat neighborhood map of Boston. On the Ork website we saw that Twelve Chairs stocks the posters so we went down there to see what they look like in person. We talked to one of the co-owners and she was nice and very knowledgeable. We purchased the Ork Poster and we will definitely be back for more home stuff. The space they are in is awesome. It's like an old warehouse/loft that they converted into a really great show room for all of their furniture and homey knickknacks. You've got to check this place out.

Elms Interior Design

2.3

(3 reviews)

Admittedly this was over 5 years ago and she has been successful since, but Dee came into my home…read moreglanced around, plopped down on a chair and told me she could never stay home with her kids like I was doing at the time with mine. She didn't ask me questions about what I was looking for, was condescending and brusque. Not that it should matter, but there weren't any children running around and the house was put together and clean. I had a large budget in her same zip code, but she made it clear that she did not need my business ( or feel it was appropriate to withhold her thoughts on sahms).

Don't call this firm as they require job/price minimums. They won't even bother to call you back if…read moreit sounds like your budget is not min 50k. I'm sure that your company started out doing smaller jobs to build your business. Terrat Elms shows a complete lack of interest if they don't see big $ signs. Unfortunate for you, the project we called your office for was just a start. We were looking initially for interior design to see how you did. We are then interested in a full bath & kitchen demo. We will be sure to spread the word about our horrible experience here. Do yourself a favor and steer clear of this firm!! I wish that Yelp would institute a "0" star rating. This would definitely get that one.

Mark Allen Interiors

Mark designed my South End loft and it was GORGEOUS! I had failed miserably at trying to design it…read moremyself. Mark made my loft a home! I fully recommend Mark and his impeccable taste!

Mark Allen is a young, upcoming designer who is located in Boston. His designs are fresh,…read moreinnovative, and cost effective. He is a personable man who always considers the client's needs when designing for them. He is adept at a variety of design styles, from traditional to contemporary. What distinguishes Mark from other designers is his drive, which enables him to satisfy his customer's needs in a timely and efficient manner. When Mark designed my space, he was able to incorporate my favorite pieces with new purchases in a cohesive manner, blending them as if they had always been together. I was completely satisfied with the work he did for me and would wholeheartedly recommend him to others

Details Design Consultants

(14 reviews)

I needed help for a modest kitchen renovation: new flooring and countertops, with a limited budget…read morefor design help. Rosita provided exactly what I needed. We met at a flooring store where she helped me select a small number of options that she thought would work with the existing cabinets and walls, then headed to a countertop store to find options that would work with the floor samples. I then took the samples home to see them in place, which clarified what looked best in the space. Rosita did exactly what I needed: provided the guidance to get me past the paralysis of being overwhelmed by too many choices, plus pointing me to some good floor and countertop retailers. She was great about working within my small budget, but stands ready to provide more help if needed.

Heidi provided excellent service. She was pleasant and helpful every step of the way. She made…read moremany recommendations that we implemented. I would recommend her service whole heartedly.

3 Day Blinds

2.7

(87 reviews)

I selected 3 Day Blinds for the blinds in my new home in Andover. Connie Ray came out on a…read moreSaturday to measure and go through all the options with me. She did a great job and was very thorough. Connie was also able to arrange for the installation to be done on a Saturday right after I moved into the house which made things very easy for me. The installation team arrived on time, worked quickly and cleaned up after themselves. I was very impressed with the great job that they did. Overall, I am thrilled with my new blinds and how quickly it all came together.

worst experience Ive ever had with an in home service. I'm so upset I didn't do my research…read more virtually impossible to reach someone. I was handed off multiple times. the sales person took the order and then disappeared. Do not use this company, they do not care at all about the customer. They have $3000 of my money and no order has been placed. I ordered it 3 weeks ago. Don't use them.

M J Berries

1.0

(1 review)

Jon Hattaway of MJ Berries Design ordered some vintage pieces from my small business, which were…read moredelivered to him safely and successfully. We had exchanged emails about the shipping timeline, and everything went normally with his order. He then cut off communication as soon as he received the items, opened a chargeback with his bank, and refused any communication about what the issue could possibly be. As a small business, a chargeback for a large order is devastating, and his refusal to communicate and his execution of what is clearly a scheme to get expensive pieces for free is disgusting and fraudulent. Clients and business beware - do not work with this company and do not work with Jon Hattaway.

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Gauthier Stacey

3.0

(1 review)

Some great work however the devil can be in the details. This firm has been known to overlook…read morefinishing touches hang mirrors off center, chipped furniture, ect. Also must check hidden details such as rug pads and such and make sure they are straight if something is damaged make sure you find it right away or they will blame someone else.

TSP Smart Spaces

4.4

(33 reviews)

I'd always been afraid to stop in and use their internet cafe. The idea of working in an Apple…read morerepair place intimidated me a bit. But when the latch on my laptop busted, I finally stopped in. I opted to drop in here instead of making an appointment or waiting on line at the Apple Store. (I'd already stumped the Genius Bar with a problem with my iPod Touch, so I wasn't eager to wait in line for a dead end again.) There was no wait. I explained my problem, paid the $30 bench fee, and was told I'd get a call from a tech in one or two business days. Got a call the next day, explaining that they'd fixed the problem quickly and that my computer was ready for pickup! No additional fee, no long wait time. Sure, my issue was a simple one. But at other places, it might have sat on a shelf for a while before anyone had time to look at it. I'm completely satisfied with quick turnaround and courteous service. Wish I'd used the internet cafe now...

Often I'll dip out from tiresome shopping by plugging into this portal to the metaverse on Newbury…read moreStreet. They have a free wi-fi network that also covers Sonsie, BAC, Trident and a few others. If you didn't bring your compie along, they've got half a dozen Macs to play around on. The small, light blue space is somehow airy and comfortable. They have a few beverages, but are no cafe by any means. I speculate that being an authorized Apple repair center actually pays the bills and the other stuff is just to have the distraction of people and have some sort of human contact. They also sell basic Mac accessories. Can't say much about their repairs, but the staff that I've interacted with are pleasant college kids who play non-offensive music, so work can be done. By the time you reach this end of Newbury it's a nice respite from the heat and weariness and an easy alternative to my couch-cum-office.

Nederhoff Architecture

(7 reviews)

I highly recommend Nederhoff Architecture for residential projects. Ours was a multi-level deck…read more I came to Brad with a specific vision in mind, and he brought it to life exactly as I'd imagined. He listened carefully and executed on a quick turnaround. The pricing was very reasonable and communications were a pleasure.

SurfZone Engineering has had the pleasure of working with Brad and Nederhoff Architecture on…read moreseveral residential addition and remodeling projects. Brad is consistently responsive and communicative, making coordination between architecture and structural engineering seamless. His drawings are thorough, well thought out, and clearly detailed, which facilitates efficient structural design and a smooth permitting and construction process. We particularly appreciate his quick turnaround on revisions and his ability to resolve inconsistencies that naturally arise in residential projects. Brad navigates the fluid nature of the work with ease--whether responding to new site findings, evolving field conditions, or client-driven design changes--while maintaining clarity and momentum throughout the project. Nederhoff Architecture is a reliable and professional partner, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration on future projects.

Details Design Consultants

(14 reviews)

Heidi provided excellent service. She was pleasant and helpful every step of the way. She made…read moremany recommendations that we implemented. I would recommend her service whole heartedly.

Handyman Paul G

4.6

(60 reviews)

I'm very happy I found Paul on Yelp. He was able to fix a portion of our fence that had blown down…read morein the wind over during the winter. Paul was easy to communicate with and came up with a creative solution to make sure the hole and gap in the fence is fixed properly. The estimate was very good and fair and even ended up being on the cheaper end. I wouldn't hesitate to contact Paul again for any future jobs and I'm glad I found him because let's face it - you always need a good and reliable handyman.

Amazing service, quick response. Had a brokenn4 poster, sent Paul photos; he assessed what had to…read morebe done, unlike some others whho weere vague. Great repair! Great service. Hire this guy!

Phil's Floor Service

(96 reviews)

Phil was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. He was incredibly friendly,…read moreknowledgeable, and responsive, always quick to answer texts and questions throughout the process. He was also very reasonably priced. Phil and his team did a phenomenal job sanding down our existing wood floors, which were heavily scratched, and applying a beautiful new stain and finish, they truly look brand new. What really set Phil apart was his flexibility and commitment to customer satisfaction. When I asked him to come back to address a couple of very minor touch-ups, he didn't hesitate at all. He returned promptly, didn't charge an extra cent, and made it clear that his priority was making sure I was completely happy. I highly recommend Phil to anyone looking for top-quality wood floor refinishing and outstanding service.

Phil has reasonable prices, his team does quality work, and they are polite and efficient.read more

Joanne Modica Interior Design

(3 reviews)

It was time for a home re-fresh and Joanne was terrific. Among other things, Joanne worked with our…read morecreative and super opinionated 13-year-old to select a new bedroom paint color. She handled our nearly bi-annual slipcovering (two cats!), and re-did the hardwood floors (I use a wheelchair, had done a number on them, and never really liked the original finish). What's next may not matter to you, but it did to me. I gave her my keys, we went to our little Cape Cod getaway, she emptied our joint, got the work done, got the joint cleaned, everything back in place -- and we returned. You know what that is for me? Trust. Trust is a thing, just like excellent taste.

I have had an absolutely positive experience with Joanne. We interviewed 4 prospective designers,…read moreand I am very happy we went with Joanne. She's extremely approachable, flexible, and practical. Joanne helped design and completely manage a 2400sqf apartment renovation while I was living overseas. Everything was communicated clearly and the project was finished on schedule. I look forward to more projects with Joanne!

Twelve Chairs

GB Woodworking

(14 reviews)

Gary did a custom built Murphy bed and book shelves for our North end unit and it was exceptional…read more Not only is it fine craftsmanship but he had to manage the whole project in our fourth floor walk up. So happy with the end result. A pleasure to work with as well. We intend on using him for an entertainment console in the future. Many thanks Gary. We appreciate you. Susan and Ed McGuiggan

Quality work every time. Craftsmanship and mastery of the detail and responsible as well as…read moreresponsive.

Boston Framers

(97 reviews)

Terrific job done by Boston Framers!…read more We had contacted seven other contractors before getting such a positive response from Boston Framers. Our initial inquiry was sent on a Saturday, but the owner, Ruy Barbosa, replied within an hour. He met us the following workday to go over our needs and discussed various options. He projected confidence at being able to renovate our deck yet maintain its overall look. He was willing to work with us and the city's historic commission to preserve some key features of the deck. During the course of the work, Ruy and his staff were responsive to questions or changes that we requested. Communication with them was great. They were eager to please us and found ways to make the project stay on-time and within budget, even when curve balls were thrown at them. Overall, they renovated our dilapidated deck boards with composite flooring. They removed heavy railings and pillars, completely overhauled the structural supports, installed the composite flooring and finally replaced the railings & pillars. Additionally, we had them pressure wash and paint the deck. The cost associated with the structural supports and flooring was very much in line with what we believed was reasonable. We liked their work so much that they have also redone our rear porch & steps. Currently we are waiting on estimates for three more home projects. Before and after photos attached

Brutal experience with them back in 2022-2024. Would take weeks and, more than once, even months…read moreto get them to come back and do any work (see screenshots of my text interactions with them -- note the dates). They were supposed to build a new rubber roof. It started leaking on 3 separate occasions (which btw was never fully fixed -- we moved on to different contractors who did address the issues). And like I said, it would take months for them to actually come back and attempt to fix anything. Often they'd come by, look at the damage, then I wouldn't hear from them for multiple weeks. Meanwhile, more damage continues to accrue to the walls and ceilings. The internal fixes they applied for the water damage were just patch jobs. They just plastered and painted over. Meanwhile, the insulation behind the wall was soaked and accrued black mold that we had to address later. Also worth pointing out a major blunder at the beginning of the project (see attached videos and pics). They opened up the roof, and left it open for multiple days without doing any work. Well of course a major rainstorm came by (which was on the weather forecast well in advance). Alll that water poured into the house in the middle of the night setting off fire alarms. It was a nightmare to deal with on my end.

Platemark Design

(1 review)

Elizabeth McCann has the eye. We worked together on a modest project but all her suggestions…read morebalanced what I love and what I hoped to accomplish with the practical and aesthetic aspects of a "refresh" for an existing decor. Lots of ideas. Lots of good sense. She is a pleasure to work with and an enthusiastic expert in the world of design and decor.

From the owner: Platemark, located on Newbury Street in Boston's Back Bay, designs homes for art collectors. We…read morehelp established and aspiring art collectors showcase their artwork in the most beautiful way, integrating it seamlessly into the décor we create. Let's begin something beautiful.

Vessen Home Improvements

4.9

(64 reviews)

I can't recommend Vessen Home Improvements highly enough. Serge, the owner, was outstanding from…read morestart to finish. I contacted him after, unfortunately, hiring another contractor only three months earlier who did a sloppy job and left me looking at crooked doors every day. Serge and his team came in, replaced all of them, and the workmanship was outstanding. Our project involved replacing 13 interior doors (including 3 double door closets), and because our home has non-standard door sizes, it required extensive measuring and planning. Serge took the time to carefully measure everything multiple times and even researched the best sources to find the right doors rather than taking shortcuts. He also replaced a bathroom threshold and completed a few other projects, all with the same attention to detail. Throughout the project, Serge was exceptionally communicative, professional, and reliable. His crew was hardworking, respectful, quiet, and left the house clean at the end of each day. Most importantly, the quality of the workmanship was exceptional. Serge is a true perfectionist, and it shows in every detail. The doors fit perfectly, operate smoothly, and the finished product exceeded my expectations. If you're looking for someone who takes pride in his work, communicates well, and delivers outstanding craftsmanship, I would wholeheartedly recommend Serge and his team.

His team painted our mini split covers. He communicated well. He gave a fair price. Did the job…read moreexactly as expected. Resolved a miscommunication quickly. I would hire him again.

Simple Solution Home Improvement & Repair Services

4.9

(42 reviews)

Joshua and his team did a great job on the kitchen remodel, flooring, and some other minor projects…read moreI requested. They were very communicative, and let me know right away when they discovered cosmetic damage on an appliance that had been missed due to tape covering it. They were also very flexible with pricing, and were willing to adjust their estimate to be within my budget. Overall, I am happy I went with them.

We needed help with our condo…read more Their work was great, good communication, everything looks good

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Money well invested! Decor Aid is literally my dream come true as it comes to home design. I've…read morealways wanted a well decorated home but I don't have the talent needed (so I wasted a lot of money throughout my life buying furniture that ultimately didn't go well with other items I already had) nor the money to pay tens of thousands for traditional interior designers to come decorate my home. Decor Aid allowed me to get the help I wanted for a very affordable price. My living room pieces are now arriving and I love the result. Because I live out in the suburbs in Boston, they did not have a person that could come to my home. However, they still helped me my putting me in contact with their NYC office (Meredith Cook was my designer, she's amazing) and we did all the work through skype/phone/email. It was very convenient. Meredith was very professional, responsive and patient (with the couple of times I changed my mind) and really tried to work with me in understanding my style before proposing a plan. I plan on using them again for the other rooms in my house.

Arcbazar

We had hired an designer/architect to design this space. He charged $150/hr. 3 drawings and 3…read moremeetings later it was clear that he was not listening to us and had not even come close to what we had requested. That debacle cost us $2100. We read about Arcbazar.com and decided to try them. We submitted drawings of the space with measurements, described the project and what we would like to see and accomplish, photos of the space. We bid a low $600 for the project and submitted asking for completion in 2 weeks. Within a few days we had 10 people from around the world interested in our project. During the process we received requests for clarification or more information. At the end of the process we had 7 submissions most including elevations, renderings, materials lists and sources. All of these submissions met our basic criteria. All were impressive and beat the $150/hr guy in presentation, value and execution. You can send the designs to friends and family to help you rank the designs. We all agreed on our top 1, 2 and 3 designs. I requested and was given the contact information for our top ranked designer. We have contacted that person to modify the initial design. That is outside of Arcbazar but have to say this part of the process is also going splendidly at a reasonable price. We are thrilled with this process and will never go back. Hints: ~ You might want to allow more time for your project ~ Offer a little more money. The top guy only gets a portion of the pie. ~ Ana, in the office, is also accessible by phone for questions. Just have to work in their time zone. ~ The more specific you are the better results. ~ Our bids came from Armenia, Belaruse, Italy, France, Romania, etc So you get an international flare.

Using Arcbazar was a great experience from the beginning to end! The website was easy to use and…read morethe communication was excellent. It was remarkable how easy, efficient, and non-time consuming it was obtaining these designs; no taking off work to let them in the house etc. The follow-up from Arcbazar was top-notched. We had 13 designers from around the world sign up for our kitchen remodeling project and ended up with a total of 6 designs. 3 of these designs provided excellent ideas on how to rearrange our kitchen after knocking down the wall between the dining room and kitchen to open the space up; ideas we would have never thought of! Our first choice ended up being the design submitted from France! We love it! It has a bit of a European feel to it; beautiful, welcoming, cozy, and very functional. After the kitchen is completed, we plan to use Arcbazar again for a basement remodeling project.

DiPierro Construction

3.3

(35 reviews)

We had Depierro construction on project this past year to rebuild and solidify a four family,…read moreolder home. The leader Anthony Di Piero and his team do a great job. Always on time, consistent and quality driven. This company works hard and doesn't try to take advantage of you. Very reasonable pricing. Good results from good people. I would recommend to anyone.

Their customer service is refreshing. I received their…read morebusiness card in the mail when I moved into my condo and noticed my radiator dial was broken. I called other repair companies and they had fee after fee. I remembered I had DiPierros business card and gave them a call. Ariel the receptionist had me send a video of the dial and as soon as she showed her manager she said that it was such a simple fix they'd come and fix it for free. I was in such shock, it felt like such a random of act of kindness I was so appreciative! Good ethical companies are hard to come by. I know who I'm calling when I need any projects done. Thank you Gerry and Ariel!

B&D Building and Remodeling

3.7

(3 reviews)

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4.6

(10 reviews)

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