--- title: "Marcus Gleysteen Architects — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/marcus-gleysteen-architects-pfvwus-pf~880890013 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~880890013.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Marcus Gleysteen Architects" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3d13ff680d3888b2_8271-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "129 Kingston Street 5th Fl., Boston, Massachusetts 02111, United States" latitude: 42.3503 longitude: -71.0629 phone: "(617) 542-6060" website: http://www.mgaarchitects.com rating: 5 review_count: 3 best_of_houzz_awards: 13 followers: 837 last_updated: 2026-08-26 --- # Marcus Gleysteen Architects Original Houzz profile: [Marcus Gleysteen Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/marcus-gleysteen-architects-pfvwus-pf~880890013) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Boston, MA - **Serves:** Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Waltham, Brookline, Medford, Lexington, Watertown, Needham, Milton, Belmont, Dedham, Hingham, Winchester, Medfield, Weston, Lincoln, Florida, Boston Metro, Connecticut, Maine, Manchester, Needham Heights, New Hampshire, Newton Highlands, Newton Upper Falls, Newtonville, Vermont, West Newton - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2012–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - 100,000 Ideabook Saves We believe that every space deserves beauty and purpose. For over twenty years, our practice has sought to enrich the evolving conditions of daily life through meaningful design. Our firm is run as a studio, with a strong culture of shared knowledge and open discussion. We have assembled an inspired and talented team who bring with them an abundance of creative drive and construction expertise. We know that every project requires a fresh and critical perspective and encourage new lines of inquiry and insight to meet the objectives and desires of our clients. In addition to experience and ingenuity, we believe that strong communication is what ultimately distills the complex needs of every venture. Each of our clients has a unique and personal approach to the process of building, and this discourse results in architecture that is both essential and transformative. Over time, we have built an array of beautiful spaces that continue to delight. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Barn Design & Construction - Mudroom Design - Staircase Design - Deck Design - Garage Design - Laundry Room Design - Home Gym Design & Construction - Condos - Equestrian Facilities - Restaurants ### Areas Served - Boston - Cambridge - Newton - Waltham - Brookline - Medford - Lexington - Watertown - Needham - Milton - Belmont - Dedham - Hingham - Winchester - Medfield - Weston - Lincoln - Florida - Boston Metro - Connecticut - Maine - Manchester - Needham Heights - New Hampshire - Newton Highlands - Newton Upper Falls - Newtonville - Vermont - West Newton ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Marcus Gleysteen Architects | | Address | 129 Kingston Street 5th Fl., Boston, Massachusetts 02111, United States | | Phone | (617) 542-6060 | | Website | http://www.mgaarchitects.com | | License Number | AIA | | Followers on Houzz | 837 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.instagram.com/marcusgleysteenarchitects/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/marcus-gleysteen-architects/ - Blog — http://www.mgaarchitects.com/practice/people ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Marcus Gleysteen Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/marcus-gleysteen-architects-pfvwus-pf~880890013) - **Website:** http://www.mgaarchitects.com - **Phone:** (617) 542-6060 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2023 Houzz - Best in Design - 2022 Modern Luxury Interiors Boston - THE TOP 50 List - Best Architect - 2022 Houzz - Best in Design - 2021 New Hampshire Home Awards - Excellence in Modern Architectural Design Award - Home of the Year Award - Soo Nipi House - **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2012–2025), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [NCARB](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncarb-pfvwus-pf~1477640315) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews** ### All 3 reviews **★★★★★ — rcg123, April 2015** > I have been fortunate enough to have worked on a number projects with Marcus Gleysteen. His firm is now working with me on yet another. I have many architects in my circle of family and friends, yet Marcus Gleysteen Architects is my "go-to" for many reasons. Marcus has gifts which make the process seem like a conversation; a collaboration of ideas and needs, all neatly corralled into a concept which is guided by his amazing artistry, design knowledge, and vision. Most importantly, my ideas, thoughts, and concerns, are heard. My language is not that of an architect, so to understand and translate my thoughts into a working drawing is not necessarily easy. Marcus and his team seem to excel at this. It's a collaboration, with an explanation and philosophy given every step of the way. Lastly, the finished product… I believe their finished work speaks for itself! Their unique process of working with a client is one that can not be underscored enough. It takes a potentially tense scenario and makes it an exhilarating journey. Our projects may be unique, but Marcus' teams' focus on, and partnership with, clients is not. **★★★★★ — Boston Design Guide, Dec. 2014** > MGa \| Marcus Gleysteen Architect is professional, creative, and uniquely talented architect with a specialty in classic New England Architecture. We have featured his work extensively in our annual book and on our website and blog, focusing on his work's beauty and functionality. > > MGa creates homes that are sophisticated and beautiful, but also suitable for everyday family use. We love working with MGa and recommend him without reservation for any home design project you may have! **Comment from Marcus Gleysteen Architects:** > Hey Boston Design Guide; thanks for the review, from all of us at MGa! **★★★★★ — Wellen Construction, March 2014** > Marcus Gleysteen is one of Metro Boston’s great residential architects. I have had the pleasure of doing many large and small scale projects with him and his team and they always deliver superior results. They are well versed in the technical aspects of construction that is needed for high end homes today and their organization and project management make their homes easy to build – saving their clients both time and money. Their design style is unique and they have a keen eye for trending design and client desires. > > Charlie Gadbois > Wellen Construction **Comment from Marcus Gleysteen Architects:** > Thanks, Charlie (Wellen Construction) for the very kind review. It's always a pleasure to collaborate with you on projects. ## Selected projects - [Maine Coast House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/maine-coast-house-pj-vj~6775726) - Location: Kennebunkport, ME - Photos: 21 - Description: This house on the coast in southern Maine was inspired by the forms of fishing shacks that have clung to the state’s rugged shoreline for centuries. Breaking the overall volume of the structure into segments helped integrate it seamlessly into the site, evoking tumbled boulders from the ocean’s nearby edge. A cladding of weathered cedar and stone likewise stands in perfect harmony with the hues of nature. The home opens its arms to the surrounding woods and waters with expanses of nearly floor-t… - [Lake Point House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-point-house-pj-vj~5691770) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: The Lake Point House is an interpretation of New Hampshire's lakeshore vernacular. While designed to maximize the lake experience, the house is carefully concealed from the shore and positioned to preserve trees and site features. The lake side of the house is a continuous wall of glass, capped by timbered eaves and anchored by monumental stone chimneys. Along the main entry sequence, the view is revealed through a series of thresholds that mark the progression of arrival and appreciation of thi… - [Governor's Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/governor-s-island-pj-vj~7371230) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Boat House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boat-house-pj-vj~5789993) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Sunapee Lake House (Soo-Nipi)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sunapee-lake-house-soo-nipi-pj-vj~3130017) - Location: Sunapee, NH - Photos: 11 - [Lake Point Guest House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-point-guest-house-pj-vj~5790065) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Vermont Mountain House: Stowe VT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vermont-mountain-house-stowe-vt-pj-vj~592233) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: The Vermont Mountain House sits on the edge of a sixty-acre mountainside meadow overlooking a broad valley. A screen of slender birches conceals the house from the valley below, but leaves the home’s spectacular views unhindered. This house is based on a narrative of finding and converting an abandoned saw mill into a home. The house is divided into three parts; the central core, the master-suite wing, and the carriage/guest house. One bridge spans a shallow ravine, connecting the core of the ho… - [Modern Farmhouse: Lincoln MA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-lincoln-ma-pj-vj~592648) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: This Modern Farmhouse overlooks fieldstone-bordered meadows surrounded by forest. It has been rebuilt while utilizing sixty percent of the original structure. The house is designed in two parts; a barn structure that contains the garage, kitchen and studio, and a "farmhouse" that contains the bedrooms and office. The two are linked by the living space. The interior layout and detailing is contemporary while the exterior reflects the rural character of its New England setting. This project is the… - [Art House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/art-house-pj-vj~1636537) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Massachusetts Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/massachusetts-modern-pj-vj~5790036) - Location: Lexington, MA - Photos: 10 - [Shingle-Style House: Weston MA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shingle-style-house-weston-ma-pj-vj~10051) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: This house overlooks a small skating pond with a warming shed. A series of barrel-vaulted dormers add scale and compositional effect to this shingle-clad house. The hipped roof of the exterior is punctuated by large “sleepy eye” dormers and a cylindrical stair tower. The street-facing rooms are screened by a long “farmers” porch punctuated by a barrel-vaulted portico leading to the front door. The focus of the front hall and entrance is a wall-mounted limestone and onyx fountain, inspired by the… - [Longview House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/longview-house-pj-vj~5790077) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Nantucket Shingle-style House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nantucket-shingle-style-house-pj-vj~273803) - Location: Nantucket, MA - Photos: 13 - Description: The Shawkemo House is built on a knoll that provides views of Nantucket Harbor to the west, Nantucket Sound to the north, and Polpis Harbor to the east. Despite its elevated position, extraordinarily dense shrubbery hides the house from large neighboring houses. The eclectic design, fully endorsed and approved by the Nantucket Historic District Commission, is based upon mid-nineteenth century vacation houses built up and down the east coast, (including Nantucket), in contrast to the stark and mi… - [Scandinavian Modern: Cambridge MA This Old House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scandinavian-modern-cambridge-ma-this-old-house-pj-vj~457387) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: This house was selected for the Fall 2012 season of “This Old House”. The project consists of a complete reconstruction of the interior of a three-story cottage. The exterior of the home is utterly traditional, consistent with requirements of the Cambridge Historical Commission. However, the interior detailing and furnishings are Scandinavian Modern, reflecting Marcus’ and the client’s shared Swedish heritage.The first floor was opened up into one continuous living space. The kitchen was enlarge… - [Contemporary House: Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-house-manchester-by-the-sea-ma-pj-vj~274150) - Location: Manchester by the Sea, MA - Photos: 17 - Description: The Ridge House was designed as a piece of livable sculpture, set on an isolated hilltop with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Major spaces extend out independently towards a cliff edge like fingers from a palm. A two-story steel and glass curtain wall, shaded by a trapezoidal canopy, embraces the view. Interior details include a freestanding fireplace combining large boulders with stainless steel, as well as a cantilevered steel, wood and ballistic glass staircase. The Ridge House was a… - [Mid-Century Modern Redo: Lincoln, MA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-redo-lincoln-ma-pj-vj~10036) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - Description: The Reservoir Home consists of a newly integrated living space with kitchen, informal dining area and family room, formal dining area, master suite with two additional bedrooms on a single level. Originally built in the 1950s, the Reservoir House overlooks the Cambridge Reservoir and is bordered by tall yellow pines and hemlock trees. The interior was completely redone by combining smaller rooms into a large open plan with walls of sliding doors opening to two large patios. A small addition cont… - [Entries, porches and pergolas](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/entries-porches-and-pergolas-pj-vj~604908) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 32 - [Stables & Equestrian Center: Weston MA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stables-and-equestrian-center-weston-ma-pj-vj~275003) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: The Beechwood Stables complex consists of three buildings; a riding arena, a horse barn and a service barn. The arena is fronted by a tall porch with a monumental fireplace framed by granite and Douglas fir columns and a ridgeline skylight. The porch leads to an observation room overlooking the arena. Horizontally bi-folding “hangar” doors along the arena’s perimeter provide extraordinary light, views and ventilation. An enclosed link between the arena and stall barn accommodates space for a far… - [Cove House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cove-house-pj-vj~7624908) - Location: New London, NH - Photos: 20 [See all 19 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/marcus-gleysteen-architects-pfvwus-pf~880890013) ## Community Q&A **Q: color of the siding** *(in Photo Questions)* Color of the siding please A: Hi, the paint color of the is Benjamin Moore HC-72 Branchport Brown. Thanks for your interest. **Q: what sort of rock is the fireplace?** *(in Photo Questions)* Thank you A: Hi shanny1316; the fireplace is made out of hand-cut Barre granite. Thanks for your interest! **Q: double sided fireplace** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi. Can you tell me the manufacturer of the double sided fireplace? Thanks A: Hi, the double-sided fireplace was design by MGa and built by a skilled mason. Thanks for your interest. **Q: chairs** *(in Photo Questions)* hi, where are the chairs from? A: Hi Julie, the chairs were selected by the interior designer, Manuel de Santaren; MDS Inc. All the best. **Q: Wood** *(in Photo Questions)* Hello, what type of wood is this? A: The wood on the cabinet is walnut veneer. Thank you for asking! **Q: Wood?** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of wood is this? A: The ceiling treatments are all done in Douglas Fir. The floor is white oak. Thank you for your interest! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-26.*