--- title: "Byggmeister Inc — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/byggmeister-inc-pfvwus-pf~755129449 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~755129449.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Byggmeister Inc" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/5b13695808acd7fe_3834-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "172 School Street, Newton Center, Massachusetts 02459, United States" latitude: 42.3341 longitude: -71.1833 phone: "(617) 527-7871" website: http:// rating: 5 review_count: 9 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 51 last_updated: 2026-09-02 --- # Byggmeister Inc Original Houzz profile: [Byggmeister Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/byggmeister-inc-pfvwus-pf~755129449) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Newton Center, MA - **Serves:** Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Somerville, Waltham, Brookline, Medford, Dorchester Center, Arlington, Jamaica Plain, Lexington, Watertown, Needham, Wellesley, Belmont, Dorchester, Roxbury, Winchester, Bedford, Auburndale, Chestnut Hill, Hyde Park, Newton Center, Newton Highlands, Newton Upper Falls, Newtonville, Waban, West Newton - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (9 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2025), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves Byggmeister (Scandinavian for "master builder") was founded in 1983. We are a design-build remodeling firm striving to be an exemplary steward of existing homes by adapting them to meet the needs of the 21st century. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - General Contracting - Basement Remodeling - Home Restoration - Porch Design & Construction - Project Management - Multigenerational Homes - Energy-Efficient Homes - Green Building - Attic Conversion - Attic Restoration - Sustainable Design ### Areas Served - Boston - Cambridge - Newton - Somerville - Waltham - Brookline - Medford - Dorchester Center - Arlington - Jamaica Plain - Lexington - Watertown - Needham - Wellesley - Belmont - Dorchester - Roxbury - Winchester - Bedford - Auburndale - Chestnut Hill - Hyde Park - Newton Center - Newton Highlands - Newton Upper Falls - Newtonville - Waban - West Newton ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Byggmeister Inc | | Address | 172 School Street, Newton Center, Massachusetts 02459, United States | | Phone | (617) 527-7871 | | Website | http:// | | License Number | HIC Registration 104126 | | Followers on Houzz | 51 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Byggmeister Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/byggmeister-inc-pfvwus-pf~755129449) - **Website:** http:// - **Phone:** (617) 527-7871 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Guildmaster Award 2007-2011 - EM-NARI CotY Award -2006 - Luxury Living Awards 2006 - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2014–2025), for Service, Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 9 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 48.0 ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — John & Maryann Morganti, Feb. 2025** > Byggmeister has done construction at our home previously so when we decided to renovate a second floor bedroom and bathroom/laundry to be suitable for aging-in-place, they were an obvious choice. Their current team exceeded the level and quality of service we expected for this design/build project. > > Communication, scheduling, cooperation and workmanship were excellent from the beginning of the design phase in August 2023 until final completion of construction in July 2024. > > The design team gracefully managed the several iterations that we requested and answered the many questions, options, alternatives, and suggestions that we proposed. After the design was finalized in January 2024, budget meetings were held to define the lump sum cost and contract documents. > > Construction began in March highlighted by the continuous presence of Byggmeister personnel every day and close scheduling of subcontractors. Daily updates and weekly progress reviews kept us fully aware of what to expect next. This was especially important since we continued to live at home with access to our third floor sleeping area through the construction site. The placement of dust barriers and the daily cleaning routine was exceptional. > > Another benefit was Byggmeister’s willingness to work with us to incorporate owner-provided elements into the project and schedule. > > The overall experience of working with Byggmeister again to create the bedroom, bathroom and laundry that we can enjoy for many years to come was very satisfying. We recommend them highly to all of our friends and acquaintances who are considering construction or renovation. **★★★★★ — reggimac, Jan. 2024** > From the initial meeting regarding our project until the last day of the work, we were impressed with Byggmeisrter. My husband and I had one project that we wanted to complete that was rather large in scope. We discussed what we wanted in the initial meeting, our budget, and hopefully our timeline. Rachel kindly steered us in another direction, one that made more sense for where we are in our lives. From there every step of the way was reviewed, discussed, and agreed to. Not one part of the project proceeded without complete agreement. Each team member we had contact with was professional and completely understood our project. Everyone we encountered was kind, nice, and professional. We found them all easy to work with and conscience of what it was we wanted. We live in a 100-year-old home and Byggmeister truly understood the historical elements of our home, we appreciated the fact that they are not a company that wants to take out the old and replace it with the new. The work is perfection due to the work ethic and professional ability of every person who touched the project. The worksite was clean and organized, the timeline was for the most part on time. Working with Byggmeister was an experience that I would do again if we had another project. **★★★★★ — Kathy Clair-Hayes, Nov. 2023** > We came to Byggmeister with an old house that had never been updated. Through their assessment and design process we came to understand that part of renovating a house was also updating it to be as energy efficient as possible. I can't recommend the Byggmeister team highly enough. They taught us so much about our house and came up with a brilliant design to update it into what our family needed. Their process is very thorough and we knew exactly what we were budgeting for and were able to stay within our budget. From the project planners, to the architect, to the designer and then the construction crew- everyone worked as a team with us. I imagined our house would be a mess during the renovation, but I was amazed at how organized the team was and clean! Everyone on the project became extended members of our family! I give them our highest recommendation! I also loved the fact they stay in touch and want to make sure things are working out even after the project ends! **★★★★★ — Heidi, March 2023** > We did a large home renovation and found them to be professional, organized, on time and on budget. One year later, we are happy with the work and enjoy living in our renovated space. **★★★★★ — Nicki Eastburn, March 2023** > We worked with Byggmeister to do a home renovation and were thrilled with the whole process. They were tremendous communicators from design through the renovation. They are trustworthy and realistic with their suggestions, and their finished product is amazing. They never tried to upsell us and, in fact, made recommendations that saved us money because they were in the best interest of efficiency or sustainability. They we're extremely flexible and patient as there were times when we wanted to touch every product and times when we needed lots of help picking finishes. We really value that they are an employee owned company that is run by women. We highly recommend Byggmeister and plan to work with them again for an upcoming kitchen remodel. **★★★★★ — Andrew Sinclair, Oct. 2019** > We engaged Byggmeister to design and build our kitchen and remove two chimneys. > > Design phase: We had a very thorough design process with Byggmeister during which we iterated on general and specific architectural and design elements. Byggmeister brought great architectural and material ideas to those meetings, and they were extremely well planned. Throughout the design process, Byggmeister kept us appraised of construction costs, which informed our design decisions. > > Construction phase: Byggmeister did top notch construction work from major things like walls and windows to details like plaster and tiling. They obviously had good relationships with top quality subcontractors. They kept us informed of next steps and did their best to facilitate our quality of life (we remained in our house during the renovation). > > Results: The renovation turned out exactly as planned, which is to say we are very happy with the results. Guests complement the visual elements, but the visual elements are the tip of the iceberg. The framing, insulation, plumbing, electrical, layout (from a usability perspective), durability, and fit and finish are all factors that make it pleasure for me to give Byggmeister a 5 star rating. **★★★★★ — Young-Ho Yoon, June 2017** > It was a pleasure working with Byggmeister. I appreciated the thorough planning process while working with Paul and Rachel, as well as Bill's attention to detail when developing the layout. Rachel, and Bill. Cador was able to provide a very well-documented and accurate estimate of costs with appropriate revisions made with minor changes on my part in the scope of the project. Corky, the lead carpenter, was reliably communicative and flexible--for example, he was able to arrange work schedules to minimize disruption to our household, which includes two young children. The team was willing to address my innumerable questions in a timely fashion and use a few products that were new to them, as well as recommend an acoustical consultation to accommodate some of my concerns. Follow-up has also been excellent. We are exceedingly pleased with the end result, which looks fantastic (I hope to take and upload some pictures in the near future as the kids' school-year schedules wind down). **★★★★★ — Tess Faraci, April 2017** > We’ve worked with Byggmeister on three separate occasions over several years, incorporating energy efficiency measures into a three-phased renovation of our circa 1900 home in Massachusetts. It’s been reassuring to know that we had a team of true professionals by our side as we tackled multiple challenges, including kitchen and basement work, a master bath renovation, and a Partial Deep Energy Retrofit of our roof in which we reshaped a dormer to accommodate solar panels. The Byggmeister team has been extremely knowledgeable and conscientious, receptive to homeowner participation, and excellent with follow-up. They’ve helped us bring an older home into the 21st Century in terms of comfort, and now we’re enjoying the additional benefit of significantly lower utility bills. > > Tess and Steve **★★★★★ — Tom Sequist, April 2017** > We have been working with Byggmeister for 5 years now and have been absolutely thrilled with their work. they are courteous, respectful and straightforward. Their work is of the highest quality, and they work with you in a true partnership. And even after the project, they continue to be by your side helping with improvements and fixes. ## Selected projects - [Flipping The Floor Plan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flipping-the-floor-plan-pj-vj~7250391) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 11 - Description: Bounded on one side by the main staircase and on the other by an exterior wall, their existing kitchen was laid out as a galley with a peninsula at one end. The footprint was a bit too wide to function well as a galley and a bit too narrow to accommodate convenient circulation around the peninsula. Flipping the floor plan gave the kitchen ample room to spread out. The newly relocated kitchen has 25% more lineal feet of cabinetry and 30% more lineal feet of counter than the old kitchen. It also h… - [A Grand Statement](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-grand-statement-pj-vj~2352428) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 17 - Description: Our client for this project, an amateur pianist, wanted to create a music room for a nice new piano he was planning to purchase. The project scope would also include a new kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living space, but the new piano was the priority. LIFTING THE CEILING The client was moving into a row house, and hoped to accommodate occasional gatherings of musician friends for informal recitals. Because acoustics were important we asked sound engineers from Acentech to visit the site. They n… - [The Master Suite](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-master-suite-pj-vj~2352380) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 7 - Description: When these homeowners first came to us in 2011, they had a list of major projects to adapt their Victorian home to the needs of their growing family. The first phase of work was a basement renovation to provide informal hang out space. The second was a garage. Finally they turned their attention to the master bedroom and bathroom. FROM BALCONY TO BATHROOM At one end of the suite was a cramped and outdated bathroom. At the other end was an underutilized, high-maintenance, exterior balcony. A leak… - [A Remodeling Trifecta: Beauty, Comfort and Efficiency](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-remodeling-trifecta-beauty-comfort-and-efficiency-pj-vj~2337930) - Location: Boston, MA - Photos: 7 - Description: Cramped, uncomfortable, and out of date: when the owners of this home approached us about renovating their kitchen and adjoining sunroom, these were high on their list of complaints. OPENING UP THE KITCHEN Our plan kept the kitchen in the same location but took down the walls between both the dining room and the sunroom to create an expansive multi-purpose space with spectacular views to conservation land along the back of the property. We removed the powder room and in its place created a windo… - [Gaining Living Space While Saving Energy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gaining-living-space-while-saving-energy-pj-vj~2338051) - Location: Belmont, MA - Photos: 8 - Description: The owners of this 1960s ranch house loved their house but it wasn't configured to meet their needs. The house had only two small bedrooms for the family of four, and there was no casual living space for parents and kids to hang out separately. Neither we nor the clients wanted to increase the home's energy usage. It was a tall order: could we increase the home's size without increasing its energy footprint? ADDING FUNCTIONALITY We built two small additions, one at the front of the home and one… - [A Revitalized Victorian](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-revitalized-victorian-pj-vj~2337965) - Location: Brookline, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: While boasting abundant square footage, Victorian houses often "live small" because of their outdated space configuration. With its undersized kitchen, minimal storage and awkward floor plan, this house was no exception. RECONFIGURING ROOMS The first and most pivotal design decision the architect (Anita Rogers) made was to move the basement stair. The stair ran between the kitchen and adjacent breakfast room, obstructing traffic flow and isolating the breakfast room from the rest of the living s… - [A Kitchen Renewed](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-kitchen-renewed-pj-vj~2337847) - Location: Somerville, MA - Photos: 10 - Description: The owner of this distinguished Somerville late Victorian wanted not just a new kitchen, but a more efficient and healthier house overall. The challenge wasn’t just to capture the light and view towards the Boston skyline; we also needed to improve the space plan and workflow. Overlaid on those goals, we needed to respect the carefully maintained Victorian character of the rest of the home and bring that sensibility back into the kitchen space. OPENING THE SPACE We removed the wall that isolated… - [A Tudor Transformed](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-tudor-transformed-pj-vj~7133948) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: While this gracious Tudor had ample overall square footage, many rooms were cramped and awkwardly laid out, with circulation paths bisecting living space. A peninsula divided the kitchen into spaces: a galley work area on one side and a storage area on the other. Each of these was too small to be fully functional, and an underutilized hallway closet protruded into the storage area further compromising its utility. A laundry closet at the back of the kitchen impeded traffic flow to and from the m… - [More and Less](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/more-and-less-pj-vj~7072657) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - Description: This couple loved their neighborhood. But with three young children and just over 1700 square feet, they were on top of each other. The five of them shared one full bathroom and a small powder room. Their first floor felt chopped up and closed in and had little storage. One member of the couple worked from a basement office next to their oil tank. These clients were eager to go fossil fuel free. A landscape architect and residential designer passionate about sustainability, they were determined… - [A Small Addition with a Big Impact](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-small-addition-with-a-big-impact-pj-vj~7072639) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: This Cambridge Mansard Victorian was a near perfect fit for its owners’ needs. It had historic charm and distinctive architectural character, a not-so-big footprint that suited their empty-nester lifestyle, a lovely outdoor space, and a highly walkable location. The one downside was insufficient space to entertain family and friends. An open but cozy living and dining space served multiple functions. It housed the owners’ extensive library. It was where they hung out, watched TV, and ate their m… - [A Condo Reconfigured and Fossil Fuel Free](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-condo-reconfigured-and-fossil-fuel-free-pj-vj~7072693) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: When a Mothers Out Front activist contacted us about renovating her kitchen and transitioning off gas, we were eager to help. Ever since moving into her condo in a two-family three years prior, she had wanted to renovate the kitchen, but the timing hadn’t been quite right. Soon after moving in, she installed heat pumps on the upper floor of her unit, but she decided to wait to install heat pumps on the main floor until she was ready to do the renovation. Now her partner was moving in, and she wa… - [Renovated from Top to Bottom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/renovated-from-top-to-bottom-pj-vj~7059860) - Location: Somerville, MA - Photos: 10 - Description: After living in their home for nearly twenty years, the clients were ready to undertake the substantial renovation they had long been dreaming of and address longstanding concerns about their basement. Avid gardeners, they spend a lot of time in their backyard; but views and access were blocked by an unused back stair. They also love to cook and entertain, but their kitchen was cramped, dark, and isolated from the rest of the house. With three school-aged children sharing two bedrooms and the en… - [Preserving a Family Legacy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/preserving-a-family-legacy-pj-vj~7059895) - Location: Boston, MA - Photos: 5 - Description: The owners of this 1930 colonial-style house initially got in touch about converting their garage into a home office. When we informed them that we would need to rebuild the garage, they shifted gears to focus on updating their home, whose systems, floor plan and finishes were dated and out of sync with their current lifestyle. The kitchen was cramped, dark, and isolated from the adjacent dining room as well as the back yard. The half-bath off the kitchen was too small and too public to get much… - [Quiet, Comfortable and Low-carbon](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/quiet-comfortable-and-low-carbon-pj-vj~6053007) - Location: Lexington, MA - Photos: 11 - Description: This Lexington home was 40 years old, and Byggmeister was 10 years old, when in 1993 we first completed a major renovation of this home. Twenty-five years and a few smaller intervening projects later, the homeowners asked us to help them address noise problems they were experiencing from traffic on Routes 2 and 128, which had grown increasingly busy over the years. Byggmeister's Solution We consulted with Acentech and in short order developed a plan for triple-glazed replacement windows and addi… - [Creating Purpose and Flow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/creating-purpose-and-flow-pj-vj~6055062) - Location: Newton, MA - Photos: 11 - Description: Prior renovations had resulted in a very cramped kitchen and an oversized three-quarter bath off the kitchen, while leaving the laundry in the basement down a narrow flight of stairs and around a couple of corners. The original small dining room had been relegated to a small family room, and in its stead a large, tall new dining room had been created between the kitchen and the garage—but one that could only be reached by a circuitous path: up a step, through a narrow passage, down another step,… - [Family, Form, Function](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-form-function-pj-vj~6052857) - Location: Cambridge, MA - Photos: 7 - Description: While it's fairly typical for homeowners of older homes to complain about dysfunctional living spaces, it was somewhat surprising in this case, as the house had been gut renovated not long before by the previous owner (who was also a developer). While many critical upgrades had been accomplished during this renovation, including new HVAC systems, roofing and siding (and our clients had insulated the walls and attic through Mass Save) the kitchen and the entry way remained unworkable. The kitchen… - [Efficient, Elegant, and All-Electric](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/efficient-elegant-and-all-electric-pj-vj~7818507) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: This Lexington Center renovation transformed an early 1900s home to better support modern living while preserving its historic charm. We opened up the kitchen, improved storage, expanded the entry, and created a more flexible dining area - greatly enhancing functionality for our clients who love to cook and entertain. Alongside these updates, we substantially improved the building envelope and installed advanced heat pump systems. The result is a more comfortable, efficient home that honors its… - [A First Floor and So Much More](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-first-floor-and-so-much-more-pj-vj~7800708) - Location: Lexington, MA - Photos: 7 - Description: Perched above Wilson Farm, this 70+ year old Cape-style home underwent a complete transformation to improve both its livability and performance. First, we opened up the first-floor spaces, converting a cramped kitchen and outdated porch into a cohesive, sun-filled living area with a new sunroom and elevated back deck connecting directly to the backyard. A full bathroom was renovated for accessibility, and the home’s performance was significantly upgraded with insulation, air sealing, recycled ce… - [Home Sweet Forever Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-sweet-forever-home-pj-vj~7713954) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: This renovation transformed a 1960s ranch into a high performance forever home designed for comfort, accessibility, and aging in place. By incorporating an underused sunroom into the kitchen, the space now connects seamlessly to the dining area and backyard woodlands. Removing seldom used features freed up room for storage and better flow, while a new low threshold shower, wide doors, and grab bars ensure long term accessibility. Energy and performance upgrades, including full insulation, a duct… - [Water, Air, & An Old Firehouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/water-air-and-an-old-firehouse-pj-vj~7646425) - Location: Medford, MA - Photos: 11 - Description: Thirty years after converting the top floor of an 1894 fire station into their home, our clients knew it was time for updates. The flat rubber roof was leaking, old aluminum windows were failing, and they wanted to add a heat pump. While the metal roofing was still in good shape, the rubber and asphalt areas needed replacement - complicated by rooftop gardens, aging skylights, and tricky siding details, making it an ideal project for the Byggmeister team. We replaced the skylights, orienting the… [See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/byggmeister-inc-pfvwus-pf~755129449) ## Ideabooks - [Merolli](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/184350525/list/merolli) — 3 ideas - [Sarnaik-Sule Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/181669251/list/sarnaik-sule-residence) — 1 idea - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81793906/list/kitchens) — 21 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81794073/list/bathrooms) — 7 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/byggmeister) ## Community Q&A **Q: Repainting Hallway** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you describe the color of this wall and trim? A: Wall: Benjamin Moore – Manchester Tan – HC -81 Trim: Benjamin Moore – White – 01 **Q: Wall Color?** *(in Photo Questions)* I like the light blue used in this basement, could you please tell me what color you used? Thank you. A: Benjamin Moore – Smoke - 2122-40 --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-02.*