Boston Architects and Builders

I’ll start this review by saying I didn’t know the difference between a great architect and a poor one. I had tried working with a budget friendly architect for my new custom home project, and I can’t tell you how hard it is to get excited about a project when the architect is unresponsive and unprofessional, telling me “I can try to look into it in a few months I have a lot going on”. I had a the complete opposite experience working with Vahe and the team at Boston Architects and Builders. From the first meeting we had when discussing preliminary designs, to the final finishing touches, I can’t emphasize enough how easy the communication has been. The best part was the help we received with the permitting and the construction on top of the designs. It allowed us to feel comfortable focusing on other parts of the project knowing we were in good hands and being taken care of on the permitting side. The knowledge BAB had when it came to the historical commission was very impressive. Even though it wasn’t in their “scope of work”, they took time out of their night to join in on the historical meeting online to help us with the process. Vahe was actually out of country during this meeting, and still joined us at 2:00 AM where he was. The one team approach has been incredibly helpful and efficient and has made the process so much smoother. The end result is better than we could’ve imagined. When Vahe told me at our first meeting “Don’t worry, we have it under control”, that truly played out. I also want to give a big shoutout to Carine, the 2 nd architect I was working with on Vahe’s team. As lucky as I was to have Vahe on our side from start to finish, now imagine having 2 Vahe’s. That’s exactly how it felt working with Carine who went above and beyond including multiple site visits even when I didn’t ask her to, it truly felt like she was treating the project as if it was going to be her home. Overall I can’t thank BAB enough for everything they did for us. One last specific I want to mention was when Vahe called me on a Saturday morning at 6 am and said “As I laid my head on my pillow last night, I thought of a suggestion for the garage that would make it look better.” Knowing that he is truly thinking of his clients even on the weekend is all I can ask for as a client. I don’t think I’ll ever work with a different architect because now I indeed do know the difference between a great architect and a poor one, and this is the best you’ll ever get.

I am delighted to recommend Vahe and his team at BAB. His architectural and design skills are truly outstanding. From the outset, Vahe impressed me with his thoughtful ideas and his commitment to working within my budget—always looking for ways to save on unnecessary costs for me without compromising quality or vision. What stood out most was his exceptional communication. Vahe consistently kept me informed and coordinated seamlessly with all parties involved: the condo HOA board, property management, neighbors, and the city. His proactive approach meant he often anticipated and addressed potential issues before they became problems. This contributed to it being a low-stress experience for me. Despite the challenges of remodeling a small, older urban unit—and my being out of state in a different time zone—Vahe and his on-site team were able to creatively and efficiently expand both the kitchen and bathroom and bring to life my dream of a charming little back bay condo. His professionalism, transparency, and warmth came through from our very first phone call. I immediately trusted him, and he delivered beyond expectations. I highly recommend Vahe, Carine and the BAB team without hesitation. Their integrity, expertise, and dedication make them an exceptional partner on any project.

Working on a major home renovation is no easy task, but when you have the right people behind you helping you in every step of the way it sure does make things a little easier. I had the pleasure to work with Vahe (owner of B.A.B) and all I have to say is that he is very knowledgeable and was always available to help.

Vahe and Al are extremely professional, responsive, and intelligent individuals that set a high bar for those in the trade to follow. Boston Architects and Builders, Inc. gives you professionally drawn plans, great structural assessments (including how to save you money on layout changes), and the eye of an interior designer with great suggestions for optimal space maximization. To boot, not only has Vahe had experience in large commercial real estate projects, but he is also the nicest and most humble person you'd meet. I'd recommend these guys over and over again.

Vahe was available, helpful with design ideas, had excellent people working with him, and worked cooperatively with our interior designer. The work was completed in timely fashion, and we remain very happy with the whole project.