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Nicholaeff Architecture & Design

Osterville, MA

Licensed AIA Architect in Massachusetts

About Nicholaeff Architecture & Design

Nicholaeff Architecture + Design, founded by Doreve Nicholaeff, takes a holistic approach to architecture and specializes in distinctive new homes, additions, and renovations in both modern and classical styles. "We have found that clients are putting considerable thought into creating homes that are both comfortable and familiar. Abstracting clients' memories and enthusiasms is our role as architects. We collaborate with the client to create their spoken and sometimes unspoken dreams by incorporating our knowledge of history, the local vernacular, and the latest technology into a warm and inviting sanctuary."

Ms. Nicholaeff is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), and the Boston Society of Architects. Nicholaeff Architecture + Design is regularly featured in both regional and national home and design publications, including New England Home, Modern Luxury Interiors, Fine Homebuilding, Kitchen & Baths, Renovation Style, Florida Design, Boston Common, New England Home Cape & Islands, Better Homes & Gardens, Beautiful Baths and the Boston Globe Magazine, among others.

Header image courtesy: Westphalen Photography
Bottom images (L-R) courtesy: Mitch Harper,
Michael J. Lee Photography

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Services and Experience

Awards:

Gold 2019 PRISM award in the category Best Detached Home — 4,500 to 6,000 sq. ft.

Named as one of the Top Coastal Architects by Ocean Home Magazine. (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)

2016 AIA New England Design Award in the category of People's Choice-Single Family Residential for their Pleasant Bay project, located in Orleans, MA.

Certifications:
LEED-Certified
Small Firm (1-5 Architects)
Locations Served:
Cape Cod/Islands
Central Mass
Greater Boston
Maine
Metro West
New Hampshire
North Shore
Rhode Island
South Shore
Vermont
Western Mass
Practice Areas:
Commercial Space
Green / Sustainable Building
Historic
Interiors
Renovation
Residential
Restoration
Style Focus:
Cape Cod
Contemporary
Craftsman
Farmhouse
Industrial
Ranch
Services:
ADA Compliance Review
ADU (Accessible Dwelling Unit/Mother-in-Law Apartment)
Bidding & Negotiation
Building Design / Renovation
Code Analysis
Construction Documents
Design Development
Energy Efficiency Assessments
Existing Conditions Evaluation
Feasibility Study
Floor Plans
Home Addition
Masterplanning
Permitting
Schematic Design
Site Planning
Space Planning
Technical Drawings (Blueprints)
Project Experience:
Additions
Attic Conversion
Basement Design & Remodeling
Bathroom Renovations
Custom Homes
Exterior Details
Home Gym Design & Construction
Home Office Design & Construction
Interior Details
Kitchen Renovation
Lighting
Masonry
New Construction
Renovation
Retrofitting