Homeowners – resources for homeowners researching architects and residential design projects and information for all individuals interested in how architecture and design influence our built environment.
The Boston Society of Architects has referral listings, helpful guides and resources to inform and enhance your residential design and construction project. The BSA is also a clearinghouse of information on community design and development and urban design and planning issues – learn how good design and smart growth initiatives led by architects are enhancing our built environment.
If you don’t find what you are looking for, write/call the BSA at bsa@architects.org / 617-951-1433x221. We are here to help you.
Residential Design and Construction 2008
Homeowners are invited to attend Residential Design and Construction 2008 on April 2-3 at the Seaport World Trade Center Boston. Residential Design and Construction 2008 is a two-day tradeshow and convention featuring over 250 exhibits and special events focusing on New England's residential design and construction industry. For more details, go to www.rdcboston.com.
Homeowner's Project Handbook 2007 Edition
Homeowner's Project Handbook 2007 Edition is a free resource for home and small-business owners considering renovation, addition or new construction projects. It describes the architect's role, as well as:
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the design and construction process
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development of budget and schedules
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the value an architect brings to the project
Homeowner's Project Handbook also includes an up-to-date directory of hundreds of architects who do residential and small commercial work. Request a free copy by calling / writing the BSA at 617-951-1433x221 / bsa@architects.org. You may also use the online version, or download a pdf version at www.architects.org/project_handbook
Books and Publications
The following books and publications are available through the Boston Society of Architects online store, click the title to read a description and order online. Books are also available through mail order.
Related sites:
Building Online (resources, information and thousands of links to Web pages about building and home improvement): www.buildingonline.com
Energy Efficient Rehab Advisor (a Web-based tool designed to help homeowners, contractors, architects, facility managers and others to improve energy efficiency in existing homes during renovation and remodeling): www.rehabadvisor.com
In six clicks the Advisor provides recommendations for cost-effectively increasing the energy efficiency of a typical renovation project in single-family or multifamily housing. These recommendations are based on the building type, age, location and project – and they are free. The Advisor suggests specific actions to get the most value from a typical remodeling project.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Registration (complaint and licensing information -- to verify licenses, disciplinary action taken within the last five years, and findings of closed complaints): www.state.ma.us/reg
HouseNet (compilation of ideas and sources for home improvement, decoration and organization): www.housenet.com
The Not So Big House by Sarah Susanka AIA (the author invites clients to realize that there is no direct proportion between square footage and a lovable, functional, comfortable home): www.notsobighouse.com
Old House Journal (devoted entirely to homeowners who live in and restore old homes):
www.oldhousejournal.com
Also of interest:
If you love architecture and design, join us at our monthly Exploring Design lecture series at the Boston Public Library.
Are you curious how neighborhoods get planned, how cities develop and how you can make a difference in your neighborhood ? Visit our Shaping Communities page on this site to learn more.
ArchitectureBoston is the BSA’s magazine that explores the ways that architecture influences and is influenced by our society.
Sign up to receive the BSA’s free weekly electronic newsletter Currents.
Membership in the BSA is available to all, as are its programs and resources. Members enjoy benefits such as the delightfully informative ChapterLetter (a monthly newsletter) and ArchitectureBoston (a quarterly magazine). Members also receive discounts on a variety of programs, AIA publications, and career and educational services.
For more information about Boston Society of Architects membership, programs and resources, please write/call us (bsa@architects.org/617-951-1433x221) or click on the 'Request info.' button at the top of this page.
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