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Answering one of our most frequently asked questions

2024-04-02T15:44:51-04:00

One of the most common questions we answer from strangers is: "What paint color is that?" It can be quite amusing when I spot someone slowly creeping by our office, which happens to be located in a 19th Century Carriage Barn. I realize they're taking a photo from the front seat of their car and chuckle to myself because I know exactly what they're up to. But some are bolder than others. They park in the driveway, stride up to the office, and instead of popping in for a visit, they hold up paint chips, attempting to match a color in their hand with our siding or door color. It's rather hysterical. This scenario recently unfolded when Jason happened to be outside the barn. A gentleman approached with paint samples in hand. When Jason asked if he could assist him, the gentleman explained that he and his wife were

Answering one of our most frequently asked questions2024-04-02T15:44:51-04:00

Our next big project!

2024-01-25T17:15:29-05:00

New Project Alert! Modernizing bathrooms in a 1930's 4-bedroom colonial nestled amidst Boston's best neighborhoods in Newton, MA Our team has been hard at work on two bathroom remodels in Newton, MA. The home, built in the 1930s, features two upstairs bathrooms with a distinct vintage charm. While there's a certain allure to that charm, it's time for a modern upgrade! The existing Primary Bathroom, in particular, is small and leaves much to be desired. And the guest bathroom may not have been updated since the 70's. This post will showcase our starting point (with before photos) and our envisioned outcome (with 3D renderings). Follow along on our Instagram Stories for progress updates. Enlarging the Primary Bathroom & Closet At the beginning of every project, we always ask our clients to share their wants and needs list, as well as their design inspiration, usually via a Houzz Ideabook. As

Our next big project!2024-01-25T17:15:29-05:00

Unleashing the Potential: Exciting Plans for a Basement Renovation

2023-06-28T10:38:17-04:00

Are you ready to uncover the hidden potential of your basement? Join our clients as they embark on an exciting adventure to transform their underutilized basement space into a delightful haven of style and practicality. Located in the Greater Boston area, we have big plans for this Sharon, MA basement. Including adding a full bathroom, a home office, a home gym, a spacious storage room, and a family room complete with a stylish dry bar. This basement renovation promises to unlock the true possibilities of this home. Come along as we delve into the exciting details of this project and discover how you too can turn your basement into a dream space. We've included a mix of 'before' images and '3D Renderings' to help share the story. Adding Home Value: The Bathroom Addition The addition of a well-appointed bathroom not only adds significant value to your home but also

Unleashing the Potential: Exciting Plans for a Basement Renovation2023-06-28T10:38:17-04:00

Gift Guide – Tools Edition

2023-06-28T10:41:16-04:00

Tools Gift Guide curated by our Carpentry Team Are you looking for last minute Father's Day Gift ideas? Or perhaps some gift ideas for a new homeowner? Or, maybe you're curious what tools professional carpenters have in their everyday tool box. We have the guide for you! Every craftsman has his or her own tool box of tips and tricks of course. But when asked what their top recommendations for homeowner, our team created an ultimate Gift Guide - Tools Edition.  From a starter power tool set, to the most basic of tools like a $20 screwdriver, and our favorite spackle, there is something for both the weekend DIY warrior and a carpenter looking to expand their tool box. A note on the power tools: we have members of our team that prefer DeWalt and others - Milwaukee. Regardless of your power tool brand, our best recommendation

Gift Guide – Tools Edition2023-06-28T10:41:16-04:00

Custom Powder Room Vanity – Needham

2023-10-17T13:38:02-04:00

From its raw state, we designed and created a one-of-a-kind powder room vanity *All known materials listed at bottom of post* We first shared about CEO and Principal Designer/Craftsman Jason Hoffman's Black Walnut adventure here. Today, we're sharing the finished product of this bathroom remodel in Needham, MA.           As a refresher.... Below is a quick render of the design approved by our client. This is a result of Phase 3 of our Design Build process. Jason then started selecting the lumber, considering what part of the vanity each piece would be used for, paying special attention to color, grain patterns and figuring. From there, he started creating and fitting each individual piece.                 Next came sanding, finishing and assembly. Waterfall Countertop Inspiration Our client was inspired by a few, impactful, powder room photos she found on Houzz.com; see

Custom Powder Room Vanity – Needham2023-10-17T13:38:02-04:00

New Project Alert! Elevated Primary Bathroom

2023-04-06T17:15:24-04:00

New Project Alert! Our team recently started production on a Primary Bathroom renovation in Westwood, MA. This post will highlight where we started (with before photos) and where we are going (with 3D renderings). Be sure to follow along on our Instagram Stories for progress updates. Remodel doesn't always mean Reinvention When our client first contacted us, she shared that she wanted to turn her uninspiring bathroom into a retreat space. On the wish list? Replacing the old deck mounted jacuzzi tub with a stand-alone soaker tub. She also shared she would love a larger, tile shower. She enlisted our help to assess and discover if and how the shower could be enlarged. There is a sweet spot with shower sizing. It should be large enough to move around but not too big that the warm air escapes, leaving cold air and an uncomfortable experience (this can happen with

New Project Alert! Elevated Primary Bathroom2023-04-06T17:15:24-04:00

Do you follow us on Social Media?

2020-08-01T11:31:31-04:00

Do you like seeing before and after renovation photos? Do you like seeing all the updates in between? Are you someone who is fascinated with the "behind the scenes" processes, in a renovation? If so, be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook. From demolition day to exterior and interior carpentry installations, masonry, tiling and flooring we cover so much of our renovations and progress updates in our social media stories.

Do you follow us on Social Media?2020-08-01T11:31:31-04:00

Project Highlight – Westwood Addition & Whole House Remodel

2021-02-17T11:05:19-05:00

PROJECT HIGHLIGHT - Westwood Addition & Whole House Renovation Perhaps one of the most exciting things about moving your family to a new home, is the opportunity to personalize it to your own taste. Before the furniture and kitchen gadgets are moved in ask yourself: "how can this home suit MY family?" "Is it possible to fit an island in the kitchen?" "I'd like to see into my daughter's playroom, while cooking, can we knock down that wall?" "We'd love a Master Suite, but is there space for that?"  Here at J.P. Hoffman Design Build, we're able to answer all those questions, concerns and problems through the Design Phase of our Design Build process. Our newest project is a perfect example of this. Our clients asked some of those same questions. This project is a multi-scope renovation of a 1954 Cape style home in Westwood, MA. Purchased for

Project Highlight – Westwood Addition & Whole House Remodel2021-02-17T11:05:19-05:00

Meet Jason – President, CEO & Master Carpenter

2020-04-18T17:45:37-04:00

At J.P. Hoffman Design Build, we feel it's critical to know, understand and trust the team renovating your home. Here, we introduce Owner, President and CEO Jason Hoffman. Jason's career has evolved over time. He became a business owner in 2004. His passion for quality work, refining the craft and family happiness is evident in everything he does. Read below to learn about Jason's background and how he built a growing, sought-after Design Build firm servicing communities south of Boston and along the South Shore of Massachusetts. Framer to Foreman Now with over 25 years’ experience building and renovating homes, Jason started his career working for other contractors. This was after four years of vocational training which, included furniture building and architectural drafting. As a framing carpenter for new home construction, Jason’s passion for learning allowed him quickly to jump ranks to foreman at only age 19. He later

Meet Jason – President, CEO & Master Carpenter2020-04-18T17:45:37-04:00
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