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# Howell Custom Building Group

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- [The Build Show](https://howellcustombuild.com/the-build-show-2/) - A High Performance Riverside Home
- [Northshore Home](https://howellcustombuild.com/northshore-home/) - Summer Event at Historic Meredith Farm. 
- [The Build Show](https://howellcustombuild.com/matt-risingers-build-show/) - A Net Zero party barn we completed in 2019 is featured
- [The Build Show](https://howellcustombuild.com/the-build-show/) - A High Performance Coastal Modern Farmhouse under construction in 2020 is featured
- [New England Living TV (CBS Boston/WBZ TV 4)](https://howellcustombuild.com/new-england-living-tv-features-steve-susan-howells-home-in-boxford-episode/) - Susan and Steve Howell’s own home is featured in this episode about Boxford, MA.
- [A Home That's Part Art: Timberpeg Post & Beam Custom Home](https://howellcustombuild.com/a-home-thats-part-art-timberpeg-post-beam-custom-home/) - We are currently building a custom Timberpeg home in Lincoln, MA. An article about it recently appeared in The Lincoln Journal. The 3200 square foot home is inspired by the American Arts & Crafts movement and will feature soaring cathedral ceilings and exposed beams, typical of a Timberpeg project. The home will meet the town
- [A Conversation with our Director of Project Management](https://howellcustombuild.com/a-conversation-with-our-director-of-project-management/) - A Conversation With... Blaire Townsend Director of Project Management Blaire Townsend recently joined our team after 26 year's experience on the commercial side of the construction industry. In this newly created position, Blaire manages our expanding project management group. Why did you decide to join HCBG and move from commercial to residential construction? I have
- [Trends & Houzz recognize Howell Custom Building Group](https://howellcustombuild.com/trends-houzz-recognize-howell-custom-building-group/) - What a great way to kickoff 2013 -- we were twice surprised and honored to be notified by Trends Magazine that they had selected both a home and a bathroom we built as a "Top 50" award winner. Trends is an international print and online publication that focuses on the best in home design and
- [Best of North Shore Custom Homes](https://howellcustombuild.com/best-of-north-shore-custom-homes/) - We were so honored and humbled to be named Editors’ Choice for Custom Home Builder and Readers’ Choice for Renovations in the first annual Best of North Shore (BONS) Home Awards sponsored by Northshore Home Magazine. Thank you to everyone who voted for us as their favorite builder! For close to 20 years, our
- [Project Before & After: Historic Home Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/project-before-after-historic-home-renovation/) - Recently, we’ve received several inquiries from homeowners looking to update antique homes, so it seemed like a good time to share the before and after photos of a historic home in Andover that we recently renovated, with the help of interior designer Amanda Greaves. The Hannah Fay House was built in 1860, and is located
- [North Shore Shingle Style Custom Home](https://howellcustombuild.com/north-shore-shingle-style-custom-home-video/) - In addition to working on a variety of interesting remodeling jobs, we are thrilled to have broken ground in August on a shingle style custom home, designed by TMS Architects of Portsmouth, NH. The home will serve as the year round residence for an active family of six, who love the outdoors and
- [Project Before & After: Master Bedroom Suite](https://howellcustombuild.com/project-before-and-after-master-bedroom-suite/) - With the long winter, everyone has had plenty of time to look at our indoor spaces and consider where we want to make improvements. Oftentimes, couples will make a master bedroom/bathroom renovation their last priority as they focus on their more family-oriented rooms. That was certainly true of a Boxford family for whom we recently
- [Let’s Get Cooking! Three Kitchens- Before & After](https://howellcustombuild.com/lets-get-cooking-three-kitchens-before-after/) - What a glorious summer it was – in our house we enjoyed lots of outdoor cooking and al fresco dining. But, as summer turns to fall, we’re finding ourselves back in the kitchen, refreshed and ready to dive back into cooking meals indoors. We find this is reflected in the calls we are receiving from homeowners,
- [Everyone Deserves A Place to Call Home](https://howellcustombuild.com/everyone-deserves-a-place-to-call-home/) - We believe everyone deserves a place to call home. While we love transforming the lives of all of our clients by transforming their homes, one of the most rewarding experiences for our company over the past year was giving back to our community by overseeing the planning and construction of two homes in just
- [Project Before & After: Gold Award for Best Remodel](https://howellcustombuild.com/project-gold-award-best-remodel/) - Our company was honored to recently receive the 2014 PRISM Gold award for Best Remodel/Renovation from the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. The award winning project was a vacation home we renovated for a North Andover family. The homeowner’s bought this antique farmhouse on the coast of Maine with the intention of remodeling
- [Rockport Cottage Wins Gold!](https://howellcustombuild.com/rockport-cottage-wins-gold/) - Project receives a 2011 PRISM Gold Award from the Builder's Association of Greater Boston We are honored to announce that we are the proud recipients of the 2011 PRISM Gold Award for "Best Remodeling/Renovation under $250,000" for an 800 square foot beachfront cottage renovation in Rockport, MA. This award was particularly significant for us because
- [It always starts with the Mudroom](https://howellcustombuild.com/it-always-starts-with-the-mudroom/) - As the days get shorter, and the climate colder, we get more and more inquiries about adding mudrooms to homes. In fact, we have a saying in our office "it always starts with the mudroom" - because when clients first contact us about a home renovation this is frequently their first priority. It never ceases
- [Howell Custom Building Group oversees the Merrimack Valley Habitat for Humanity 2012 Builders Blitz](https://howellcustombuild.com/howell-custom-building-group-oversees-the-merrimack-valley-habitat-for-humanity-2012-builders-blitz/) - Two Homes Built in 5 days for two hardworking, deserving families The week of June 4th was life-changing for us. That was the week of the nationwide Habitat for Humanity Builders Blitz , when 200 homes were built in just 5 days across the country. As part of this nationwide effort, we oversaw the construction
- [Expansive Timber Frame is home to Calareso's Farmstand](https://howellcustombuild.com/expansive-timber-frame-is-home-to-calaresos-farmstand/) - Over the winter, we raised the largest timber frame we've ever raised, and one of the largest frames in New England. The frame was designed and constructed by Timperpeg (the artisans of post & beam) for Calareso's Farmstand & Garden Center, on Main Street in Reading, MA. As Timberpeg's regional independent representative, Howell Custom Building
- [North Andover, MA renovation project featured on Houzz.com](https://howellcustombuild.com/north-andover-ma-renovation-project-featured-on-houzz-com/) - One of our master bedroom/bathroom projects was recently included in an article about beadboard wainscoting on the homepage of houzz.com, the leading website for home design enthusiasts - both professionals and homeowners. If you're not already familiar with houzz.com, it is a great site for homeowners to gather remodeling, design and decorating ideas by creating
- [Howell Custom Building Group named "Best Business" by Boston Magazine](https://howellcustombuild.com/howell-custom-building-group-named-best-business-by-boston-magazine/) - Thank you to our customers and Boston Magazine readers who nominated us for Boston Magazine's "Best Business" Award. In our Summer newsletter we asked you to nominate us in honor of our 15th company anniversary. This award program was designed to highlight innovative small businesses, leaders and organizations making an overwhelmingly positive impact on the
- [Howell Custom Building Group celebrates 15th Anniversary](https://howellcustombuild.com/howell-custom-building-group-celebrates-15th-anniversary/) - This year we celebrate 15 years in business! We most gratefully acknowledge all those who have helped us to get here: Our Employees Our Customers Our Industry Colleagues We remain committed to Service, Innovation & Social Responsibility Learn more - view our Anniversary Video
- [Dreaming of a new kitchen in 2013?](https://howellcustombuild.com/dreaming-of-a-new-kitchen-in-2013/) - As you entertain this holiday season, it's a great time to keep a notepad handy and start to jot down what you love about your current kitchen, and what you dream of changing. See Kitchen Portfolio Many homeowners we meet want to open their kitchen to other rooms in the house, improve island seating and
- [Habitat for Humanity's Builders Blitz Home Dedication](https://howellcustombuild.com/habitat-for-humanitys-builders-blitz-home-dedication/) - "We're building a world full of hope,building bridges among us all,using our hands to build a new life,brick by brick, wall by wall."(from the lyrics of "Bricks & Stones") In November, we had the great joy of celebrating the official dedication of the two homes we helped to build last June during the Merrimack Valley
- [Habitat for Humanity's Homebuilder's Blitz](https://howellcustombuild.com/habitat-for-humanitys-homebuilders-blitz/) - Howell Custom Building Group In the Community This coming June, Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the country will build 250 homes in the span of one week as part of Habitat's 2012 Home Builder's Blitz. The Merrimack Valley Habitat affiliate will build two houses on Market Street in Lawrence as part of this nationwide event.
- [Help us celebrate our 15th anniversary by nominating us for a "Best Business" award from Boston Magazine](https://howellcustombuild.com/help-us-celebrate-our-15th-anniversary-by-nominating-us-for-a-best-business-award-from-boston-magazine/) - We Need Your Vote! In May, we celebrated our 15th company anniversary. When we founded Howell Custom Building Group in 1997, our vision was to utilize our professional backgrounds in engineering, project management, residential construction and marketing to create a consistently great new home construction and home remodeling experience for homeowners north of Boston. Since
- [Boxford, MA Contemporary features Innovative Siding Material](https://howellcustombuild.com/boxford-ma-contemporary-features-innovative-siding-material/) - What is It? We recently completed construction on a contemporary custom home in Boxford, MA . Many passersby stopped to ask us about the unusual combination of siding materials, in particular, the mettalic material. The wood is Douglas Fir, and the silver squares are painted PVC panels applied in a rainscreen application, a creative and
- [Join Us at the Merrimack Valley Habitat for Humanity Building Dreams Gala](https://howellcustombuild.com/join-us-at-the-merrimack-valley-habitat-for-humanity-building-dreams-gala/) - Don't like to swing a hammer, but you'd like to contribute to Merrimack Valley Habitat? This is a fun and meaningful way to participate. We would love to see you there! Silent and live auction items include: North Shore Summer Fun package including a week in a vintage Mercedes Roadster; Sporting event tickets; Vacation get
- [Habitat for Humanity's Women Build 2013](https://howellcustombuild.com/habitat-for-humanitys-women-build-2013/) - Come Build! Merrimack Valley Habitat for Humanity Wednesday, May 8th, 2013 The Women Build Program, supported by Lowes, brings women together to learn construction skills and then use those skills to help build homes in partnership with the families who will live in them, eliminating poverty housing one home at a time. Come together, women
- ["Love Your Home" Design Challenge Winner 1: Bathroom Remodel & Laundry Room Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/love-your-home-design-challenge-winner-1-bathroom-remodel-laundry-room-renovation/) - At a recent Northshore Magazine event, held on April 4th at Landry and Arcari in Salem, MA, several readers who were faced with challenging spaces in their homes, were the fortunate winners of free design solutions from North Shore home design experts. After many readers submitted photos of rooms that were not working for them,

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- [Home](https://howellcustombuild.com/) - About Howell Custom Building Group HCBG is an award winning custom builder, creating upscale home additions, home renovations and custom new homes north of Boston. For 25+ years, our reputation has been built upon meticulous planning and expert craftsmanship -- delivering consistently spectacular results. Working with Howell Custom Building Group means no surprises, no regrets.
- [Our Work](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio/) - Award winning home builder in northshore MA. View our portfolio of upscale home additions, home renovations and custom new homes north of Boston.
- [About Howell Custom Building Group](https://howellcustombuild.com/about-howell/) - Founded in 1997 by husband and wife team, Steve and Susan Howell, their vision was to utilize their professional backgrounds in engineering, project management, residential construction, and marketing to create a consistently great new home construction and home remodeling experience for homeowners on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Steve and Susan work closely with
- [Kitchen Remodeling](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/kitchen-remodeling/)
- [ANDOVER TRADITIONAL MEETS MODERN, AN ECLECTIC FIRST FLOOR REMODEL](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/home-renovations-and-addition/andover-traditional-meets-modern-an-eclectic-first-floor-remodel/)
- [ANDOVER POOLSIDE KITCHEN RENO       (PRISM Gold Award)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/andover-poolside-kitchen-reno-prism-gold-award-2/)
- [ANDOVER POOLSIDE KITCHEN RENO (PRISM Gold Award)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/andover-poolside-kitchen-reno-prism-gold-award/)
- [Specialized Expertise](https://howellcustombuild.com/our-services/specialized-expertise/) - Timber Framing In addition to conventional framing, we have specialized expertise in timber frame construction, a form of sustainable design and construction that has been in practice much longer than green home building has been in vogue. Timber framing is the purest form of post and beam construction. A structural frame is created out of
- [PreConstruction Services](https://howellcustombuild.com/our-services/preconstruction-services/) - Preconstruction Services are the services we offer at the beginning of the design process, well before construction begins. The result of a builder’s input during the design phase is a more streamlined design process, with fewer changes, and fewer surprises for you. It is our way of helping you and your designer get accurate construction
- [Contact us](https://howellcustombuild.com/contact/) - The Riverwalk Complex 370 Merrimack Street, Suite 405 Lawrence, MA 01843 Click for Map 978-989-9440 (phone) 978-989-9441 (fax) Contact us! Join Our Team We're expanding our team! Currently seeking: Senior Project Manager: experienced residential construction professional who oversees large scale projects throughout the design, construction, and post construction support phases. Minimum 10 years’
- [High End Home Builders North of Boston, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/high-end-home-builders-north-boston-ma/) - For over 20 years, Howell Custom Building Group (HCBG) has built high-end custom homes for homeowners north of Boston. Our reputation has been built upon meticulous planning and expert craftsmanship — delivering consistently spectacular results on a wide variety of custom home designs. Working with Howell Custom Building Group means no surprises, no regrets.
- [Custom Home Builders North Shore, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/north-shore-ma/custom-home-builders/) - Since 1997, Howell Custom Building Group has been proud to be recognized amongst the top custom home builders North Shore, MA. We have been consistently awarded Best of Northshore (BONS) Home Awards, both Editor's Choice and Reader's Choice, by Northshore Home Magazine, given annually to the best custom home builders on the North Shore, Massachusetts.
- [Custom Home Builder Boxford, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/boxford-ma/custom-home-builder/) - Howell Custom Building Group has been a custom home builder Boxford, MA for over 20 years. Founded in 1997 by Boxford residents, Stephen and Susan Howell, their vision was to utilize their professional backgrounds in engineering, project management, residential construction, and marketing to create a consistently great new home construction and home remodeling experience for
- [Construction Companies North Shore, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/north-shore-ma/construction-companies/) - HCBG is a leader amongst construction companies on the north shore, MA. We are an award winning custom builder, creating upscale home additions, home renovations and custom new homes north of Boston. Our reputation has been built upon meticulous planning and expert craftsmanship. Working with Howell Custom Building Group means no surprises, no regrets. Just
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- [Home Additions & Renovations in Andover, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/andover-ma/home-additions/) - For over 20 years, Howell Custom Building Group (HCBG) has been a leader in home renovations and home additions in Andover, MA. Recognized year after year by Northshore Magazine with a Best of Northshore Home award, we’ve helped hundreds of homeowners in Andover, MA and surrounding North Shore communities create unique upscale homes. Upscale Home
- [Construction Services](https://howellcustombuild.com/our-services/construction-services/) - Pricing: After Preconstruction Services are complete, we will have a final design, construction drawings, and a price. Now we are ready to sign a Construction Contract. We typically work under a fixed-price contract based on the pricing we developed during Preconstruction Services. The Construction Team: Throughout construction a project manager will work hand in hand
- [Why Howell](https://howellcustombuild.com/about-howell/why-howell/) - Why do 99% of our clients say they would recommend us to a friend, and over half hire us again for second, third, fourth and even fifth projects? 1. Company Knowledge: With over 20 years in business and 700+ projects successfully completed, they can rely on us to do things right, minimize obstacles, and be
- [Privacy Policy](https://howellcustombuild.com/privacy-policy/) - The following policy outlines how Howell Custom Building Group collects and uses information about visitors to this website, and by using this website you acknowledge that you consent to these practices. This policy is updated from time to time. The latest version will always be published on this page. The modified terms will become effective at
- [Testimonial](https://howellcustombuild.com/recognition/testimonial/) - The best tribute to our work is the recognition we receive from clients, architects and interior design partners, trade organizations, and the press for a job well done, whether it’s a custom new home, an upscale home renovation, or a kitchen remodel. Watch how our team transformed a luxurious, but mass-produced house into a custom-home-dream-come-true
- [In The Press](https://howellcustombuild.com/recognition/in-the-press/) - Read about how Howell has been bringing high-end residential building projects to the people of Massachusetts' north shore for over twenty years.
- [Awards](https://howellcustombuild.com/recognition/awards/) - Award winning home builder. View our awards including Best of Boston Home, Northshore Home best builder custom homes and best builder of renovations
- [Blog](https://howellcustombuild.com/blog/) - Northshore MA builder and remodeler. Follow our blog about upscale home additions, home renovations and custom new homes north of Boston.
- [ARTS & CRAFTS TIMBER-FRAME](https://howellcustombuild.com/arts-crafts-timber-frame/)
- [Mudrooms and Porches](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/mudrooms-and-porches/)
- [TIMBER FRAMED CUSTOM HOME, LINCOLN MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/timberpeg-custom-home-lincoln-ma/)
- [LAKE FRONT LODGE (PRISM Gold Awards)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/lake-front-lodge-prism-gold-awards/)
- [Lake Front Lodge (PRISM Gold Award)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/lake-front-lodge-prism-gold-award/)
- [Maine Cottage Kitchen Remodel](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/maine-cottage-kitchen-remodel/)
- [BREAKFAST ROOM ADDITION](https://howellcustombuild.com/breakfast-room-addition/)
- [Custom New Homes](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/custom-new-homes-2/)
- [Rockport, MA Cottage Renovation (2011 PRISM Gold Award)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/beach-front/)
- [North Shore, MA Contemporary (PRISM Silver Award)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/north-shore/)
- [Gloucester Oceanfront Renovation (PRISM Silver Award)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/gloucester-oceanfront-exterior-renovation/)
- [Maine Cottage Remodel (PRISM Gold Award)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/maine-cottage-remodel/)
- [Craftsman Style Kitchen (PRISM Silver Award)](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/award-winning-kitchen/)
- [Lakefront Lodge - 2009 PRISM Gold Award](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/lake-front-lodge/)
- [Bathrooms & Bedrooms](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/bathroom-remodeling/)
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- [Custom Home Builder Design in Marblehead, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/marblehead-ma/custom-home-design/) - Transform your house into an inviting and one-of-a-kind home with a design build renovation project from Howell Custom Building Group. For more than a decade, homeowners on the North Shore and in Marblehead, MA have trusted Howell for all their home builder projects and needs because of our meticulous preconstruction planning services, upfront cost estimates
- [Remodeler Boxford, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/boxford-ma/remodeler/) - If you’re looking for a remodeler in Boxford, MA, look no further than the premier custom builders at Howell Custom Building Group. Owned by Boxford residents, Susan and Steve Howell, we are an award winning remodeler creating upscale home additions, renovations and custom new homes. Our reputation has been built upon meticulous planning and expert
- [Upscale Home Builders North Shore](https://howellcustombuild.com/north-shore-ma/upscale-home-builders/) - For the best upscale home builders the North Shore has to offer, turn to the experienced professionals at Howell Custom Building Group. With over 17 years in business and over 350 projects successfully completed, you can rely on us to do things right, minimize obstacles, and be here in the future to service our work.
- [North Shore MA Home Builders](https://howellcustombuild.com/north-shore-ma/home-builders/) - For custom North Shore MA home builders, trust the professionals at Howell Custom Building Group. We’ve been in the business of building beautiful, structurally sound homes, additions and renovations since 1997. Our award winning company has been repeatedly recognized within the industry for our oustanding services and meticulous attention to detail. If you’re looking for
- [North Shore, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/north-shore-ma/)
- [Design Build Hamilton, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/hamilton-ma/design-build/) - Our Collaborative Design Build Approach We believe that the best home renovations occur when all team members collaborate at a project's conception, and our experience tells us that homeowners appreciate one "go to" source for the entire project. That’s why we believe strongly in design/build versus design/bid. We are proud to partner with some of
- [Andover MA Builders](https://howellcustombuild.com/andover-ma/builders/) - If you’re looking for upscale Andover MA builders, look no further than the experts at Howell Custom Building Group. We are an award winning company that takes great pride in creating fine home additions, home renovations and custom new homes in Andover, MA and surrounding towns north of Boston. From exceptionally accurate cost estimates to
- [Home Additions and Renovations serving Concord, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/concord-ma/home-additions-renovations/) - Howell Custom Building Group is a leading builder for home additions, renovations and custom remodeling in the Concord, MA area. The careful planning and unmatched craftsmanship we bring to every job large or small-delivers consistently spectacular results for our customers. We offer a great building experience that minimizes risks and surprises to ensure your finished
- [Custom Home Builder Lynnfield, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/lynnfield-ma/custom-home-builders/) - Your home is an extension of yourself so make a lasting impression from the inside out with luxurious design build renovations and additions from Howell’s home design builder and custom home builders in Lynnfield, MA. As an award winning design and planning group on the North Shore, we’ll transform your existing home into an oasis
- [Custom Home Additions in Lynnfield, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/lynnfield-ma/home-additions-renovations/) - Trust your home renovations to the North Shore’s most coveted and multiple award-winning team for custom and luxury home additions, Howell Custom Building Group. For more than a decade, homeowners in Lynnfield, MA, and beyond have called on Howell to refurbish and expand their living spaces because of our unbeatable reputation for excellent service and
- [Home Additions & Renovations in Marblehead, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/marblehead-ma/home-additions-renovations/) - Imagine expanding your home with your personal touches built right in. Howell Custom Building Group creates one-of-a-kind home additions and home renovations for homeowners north of Boston. For more than a decade, families in Marblehead, MA, and neighboring towns have trusted Howell for all their custom projects because of our meticulous planning services and expert
- [Home Additions & Renovations in Manchester, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/manchester-ma/home-additions-renovations/) - Transform your home with custom home additions and fine home renovations from Howell Custom Building Group, the leader in new construction in Manchester, MA and on the North Shore. Home Additions and Renovations serving Manchester, MA When you begin to think about tackling a home project, you want to choose a company with meticulous planning
- [Award Winning Remodeler in Manchester, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/manchester-ma/kitchen-remodeler/) - An outdated kitchen or house can make your home feel tired and worn. Get the luxury kitchen or home you’ve been dreaming of for years and with your personal touches built into every cabinet and counter top. If you’re searching for kitchen or home remodeler services for your next custom remodel project, choose a reputable
- [Remodeler in Andover, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/andover-ma/remodeler/) - Make your dream kitchen a reality with a Howell Custom Building Group remodeler in Andover, MA. We offer homeowners a variety of quality kitchen and bathroom redesign options as well as a meticulous planning process to ensure your project is completed on time and on budget. We’re ready to work with your designer or to
- [Home Additions Hamilton, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/home-renovations-hamilton-ma/) - For more than a decade, Howell Custom Building Group has provided homeowners with beautiful, custom home additions in Hamilton, MA. Whether you’re looking to add value to your home, add extra square footage for an expanding family or simply update the look and feel, we’re dedicated to completing projects with expert craftsmanship and detailing while
- [Premier Custom Home Design in Wenham, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/wenham-ma/custom-home-design/) - Howell Custom Building Group has been building and crafting custom homes for families north of Boston for more than a decade. We’re proud to provide our Wenham, MA clients with meticulous planning, design build options and expert craftsmanship for all types of home builder projects large and small. Working with us means no surprises and
- [Premier Custom Home and Kitchen Remodeler in Wenham, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/wenham-ma/kitchen-remodeler/) - Serving Wenham, MA If you’re searching for a professional remodeler for your home or new kitchen, look no further than Howell Custom Building Group, the North Shore’s premier remodeling company serving Wenham, MA. For more than a decade, Howell has provided homeowners with beautiful, custom homes and kitchens complete with expert craftsmanship and generous warranty
- [Home Additions and Renovations in Wenham, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/wenham-ma/home-renovations/) - When it comes to custom home additions, you deserve to work with the best. Howell Custom Building Group has built and managed beautiful home renovations for homeowners in Wenham, MA for more than a decade. As an award-winning building group, Howell not only provides expert craftsmanship on the outside and within, it offers its clients
- [Custom Home Builder & Design serving Concord, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/concord-ma/home-design/) - Howell Custom Building specializes in building custom homes in the Concord, MA area. With Howell, you also have access to our design partners who will help you with custom design build on a smaller home renovation project in the Concord, MA area. When it comes to finding a custom builder who takes pride in the
- [Custom Home Builder in Andover, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/andover-ma/custom-home-builder/) - Make your home your castle by surrounding yourself with luxurious interior detailing, courtesy of the expert design build services from Howell, the North Shore’s premier and award-winning custom home builder serving Andover, MA. Whether you’re looking to refine your existing home or build your dream house from the ground up, we’re equipped to handle all
- [Concord, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/concord-ma/)
- [Home & Kitchen Remodeler in Lynnfield, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/lynnfield-ma/kitchen-remodeler/) - The true heart of every home is the kitchen. It’s where homeowners begin their mornings. It’s where families come together to share meals and stories. It’s where memories are prepared and special moments are stored. Howell Custom Building Group understands the meaning behind a well-designed space, which is why so many homeowners in Lynnfield, MA
- [Your Home and Kitchen Remodeler in Marblehead, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/marblehead-ma/kitchen-remodeler/) - Let the trusted professionals at Howell Custom Building Group take care of all your kitchen and home remodeler needs. Homeowners in Marblehead, MA, and neighboring communities have flocked to Howell Custom Building Group for more than a decade because of our quality craftsmanship and professional planning services. We work with only the best architects, interior
- [Marblehead, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/marblehead-ma/)
- [Custom Home Design Builder in Manchester, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/manchester-ma/custom-home-design/) - When searching for a reliable and quality home builder for your next design build or renovation project in or around Manchester, MA, consider Howell Custom Building Group. For more than a decade and for over 200 projects, Howell has built and managed projects for homeowners north of Boston with care, professionalism and expert craftsmanship. Premier
- [Manchester, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/manchester-ma/)
- [Custom Home Builder in Hamilton, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/hamilton-ma/custom-home-builder/) - Your home is your castle so make it extra special by choosing an award-winning custom home builder in Hamilton, MA with more than a decade of experience building beautiful homes on the North Shore. Choose Howell Custom Building Group for all your design build needs in the Hamilton, MA area. Whether you’re looking to build
- [Premier Remodeler in Hamilton, MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/hamilton-ma/remodeler/) - If you’ve been searching for a reliable remodeler in Hamilton, MA for your home or kitchen’s next upgrade, consider Howell Custom Building Group. For more than a decade, Howell has provided homeowners in Essex County with beautiful new kitchens and homes. Whether you’re already working with an architect or if you’d like to start completely
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- [Howell Custom Building Group Named "Best Business" First Place Winner by Boston Magazine](https://howellcustombuild.com/boston-magazine-best-business/) - Boston magazine named Howell Custom Building Group the first place winner of its “Boston’s Best Businesses” program, an award program designed to highlight innovative small businesses, leaders and organizations making an overwhelmingly positive impact on the Greater Boston community. Judges cited the company's work with Habitat for Humanity and their customer service policies as the
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- [Interior Renovation Before & After, Andover, MA ](https://howellcustombuild.com/portfolio-pages/interior-inovation/)
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- [Warranty Services](https://howellcustombuild.com/about-howell/warranty-services/) - We do it right the first time! Since the company's inception we have only had to perform Warranty repairs on less than 1/4 of 1% of our work. At Howell Custom Building Group, your satisfaction is guaranteed. Our goal is to establish long-term relationships with our clients. We have a two year plus Warranty follow-up
- [Company History](https://howellcustombuild.com/about-howell/company-history/) - In 2012, HCBG celebrated 15 years of service, innovation, and social responsibility. Founded in 1997 by husband and wife team, Stephen and Susan Howell, their vision was to utilize their professional backgrounds in engineering, project management, residential construction, and marketing to create a consistently great new home construction and home remodeling experience for homeowners on
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## Awards

- [2024 PRISM Gold Award for Best Home Renovation $500k-$750k](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2024-prism-gold-award-for-best-home-renovation-500k-750k/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won Gold for our Traditional Meets Modern First Floor Remodel in Andover, MA. The project also won a Silver Award for Best Kitchen
- [2025 Best of Houzz Design](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2025-best-of-houzz-design/) - Hosted annually, Best of Houzz is an awards showcase celebrating the Houzz community's top picks for design and renovation professionals. The design category recognizes professionals whose work inspired the most user engagement and ideabook saves on Houzz.com.
- [2025 Boston Magazine’s Best of Boston Home®, Custom Homes North](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2025-boston-magazines-best-of-boston-home-custom-homes-north/) - Each year Boston magazine’s editorial team spends countless hours researching the very best of what Boston has to offer so they can share it with their readers. They spent months polling homeowners and industry experts to find the very best design professionals and resources this area has to offer. HCBG was recognized for our work
- [2024 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editors Choice Builder/Custom Homes & Readers Choice Wine Cellars](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2024-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-choice-builder-custom-homes-readers-choice-wine-cellars/) - In 2024, for the 9th year in a row, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized with an Editor’s Choice Award. This year it was for Builder of Custom Homes. We are also honored to receive the Readers Choice award for Wine Cellars. Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Home Magazine annually selects the
- [2023 PRISM Gold Award for Best Historic Renovation over $1M](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2023-prism-gold-award-for-best-historic-renovation-over-1m/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won Gold for the Meredith Farm renovation in Topsfield, MA. The Farm is a 188-acre privately owned gentleman's farm that has endured over
- [2023 PRISM Gold Award	for Kitchen in home over 4,500 square feet](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2023-prism-gold-awardfor-kitchen-in-home-over-4500-square-feet/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won Gold for the kitchen in our High Performance Coastal Modern Farmhouse.
- [2023 PRISM Silver Awards](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2023-prism-silver-awards/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won Silver Awards in 3 categories for our High Performance Modern Coastal Farmhouse project. The project won for 1) Best Energy Efficient/High Performance
- [2023 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editors Choice Builder/Custom Homes](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2023-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-choice-builder-custom-homes/) - In 2023, for the 8th year in a row, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized with an Editor’s choice Award. This year it was for Builder of Custom Homes. Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Home Magazine annually selects the best of all things home. Editors Choice winners are selected in consultation with
- [2023 Boston Magazine’s Best of Boston Home®, Custom Home Design/Build, North](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2023-boston-magazines-best-of-boston-home-custom-home-design-build-north/) - Each year Boston magazine’s editorial team spends countless hours researching the very best of what Boston has to offer so they can share it with their readers. They spent months polling homeowners and industry experts to find the very best design professionals and resources this area has to offer. HCBG was recognized for their work
- [2022 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editors Choice Builder/Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2022-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-choice-builder-renovation/) - In 2022, for the 7th year in a row, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized as the Editor’s choice for Builder of Renovations. Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Home Magazine annually selects the best of all things home. Editors Choice winners are selected in consultation with design experts.
- [2022 PRISM Gold Award for Best Bathroom Remodel $75,000-$125,000](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2022-prism-gold-award-for-best-bathroom-remodel-75000-125000/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG, in collaboration with Amanda Greaves & Co Interior Design, won the 2022 Gold award for Best Bathroom Remodel $75,000-$125,000 for Boxford Primary Bath.
- [2022 PRO New England Gold Award Entire House $500k+](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2021-pro-new-england-gold-award-entire-house-500k-2/) - The Professional Remodeling Organization (PRO) New England annual awards are given in June. For the 2nd year in a row HCBG won Gold in the largest house remodeling category. A panel of ten independent reviewers judged the project entries in a blind evaluation. Projects were judged on a 70 point scale with points awarded for
- [2019 PRISM Gold Award for Best Remodeling](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2019-prism-gold-award-for-best-remodeling/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won a 2019 Gold award for Best Remodeling/Restoration, for a 1950's Andover multi-level Exterior/Interior renovation.
- [2021 PRO New England Gold Award Entire House $500k+](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2021-pro-new-england-gold-award-entire-house-500k/) - The Professional Remodeling Organization (PRO) New England annual awards are given in June. Projects are judged on a 70 point scale with points awarded for craftsmanship; how well the project met the client’s needs and enhanced the functionality and aesthetics of the space; innovative use of materials and methods; ability to overcome obstacles creatively. HCBG
- [2021 PRISM Silver Awards for Best Remodel over 5,000 sq. feet & Most Creative Use of Space](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2021-prism-silver-awards-for-best-remodel-over-5000-sq-feet-most-creative-use-of-space/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won two 2021 Silver awards: Best Remodel over 5,000 sq. ft for our New England Modern Farmhouse whole house renovation , and Most
- [2021 PRISM Gold Awards for Best Kitchen Remodel & Best Design for Outdoor Living](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2021-prism-gold-awards-for-best-kitchen-remodel-best-design-for-outdoor-living/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won two 2021 Gold awards: Best Kitchen Remodel $150,000-$200,00 and Best Design for Outdoor Living for our New England Modern Farmhouse whole house
- [2021 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editors Choice Builder/Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2021-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-choice-builder-renovation/) - Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Magazine annually selects the best of all things home. Editors Choice winners are selected in consultation with design experts. In 2021, for the 6th year in a row, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized as the Editor’s choice for Builder of Renovations.
- [2020 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editors Choice Builder/Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2020-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-choice-builder-renovation/) - Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Magazine annually selects the best of all things home. Editors Choice winners are selected in consultation with design experts. In 2020, for the fifth year in a row, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized as the Editor’s choice for Builder of Renovations.
- [2015 Designer Bath Shine Award, Best Bath Nook](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2015-designer-bath-shine-award/) - Shine awards are given annually by Designer Bath of Salem, MA in recognition of the most creative bathrooms and kitchens featuring their products. In 2015, HCBG received the award for Best Bath Nook, for construction of a master suite that features a barrel ceiling in natural cedar, framing an oversized Palladian window.
- [2017 Designer Bath Shine Award, Spa Bath](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2017-designer-bath-shine-award-spa-bath/) - Shine awards are given annually by Designer Bath of Salem, MA in recognition of the most creative bathrooms and kitchens featuring their products. In 2017, HCBG received the award for Best Spa Bath for the renovation of an Andover, MA townhouse master bath. The space was transformed into a sleek, contemporary respite with clean, spare lines and
- [2017 PRISM Silver Awards for Best Kitchen and Bath Remodel](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2017-prism-silver-awards-for-best-kitchen-and-bath-remodel/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won two 2017 Silver awards: Best Kitchen Remodel, for a Transitional kitchen, and Best Bath Remodel, for the Relaxing Retreat Master Bath.
- [2018 PRISM Gold Awards: Best Single Family Home, Best Outdoor Living, Best Kitchen](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2018-prism-gold-awards-for-best-single-family-home-best-outdoor-living-best-kitchen/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won three 2018 Gold awards: Best Single Family Home over 8,000 square feet, Best Outdoor Living, and Best Kitchen -- all for a custom
- [2019 PRISM Gold Award for Best Passive Home/Sustainable Home Design](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2019-prism-gold-award-for-best-passive-home-sustainable-home-design/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won a 2019 Gold award for Best Passive Home/Sustainable Home Design, for an energy efficient, high performance home in Boxford, MA.
- [2019 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editors Choice Builder/Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2019-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-choice-builder-renovation/) - Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Magazine annually selects the best of all things home. Editors Choice winners are selected in consultation with design experts. In 2019, for the fourth year in a row, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized as the Editor’s choice for Builder of Renovations.
- [2019 PRISM Gold Award for Best Kitchen Remodel](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2019-prism-gold-award-for-best-kitchen-remodel/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won a 2019 Gold award for Best Kitchen Remodel, for an Andover Poolside renovation.
- [2018 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editors Choice Builder/Custom Homes & Builder/Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2018-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-choice-builder-custom-homes-builder-renovation/) - Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Magazine annually selects the best of all things home. Editors Choice winners are selected in consultation with design experts. In 2018, for the third year in a row, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized as the Editor's choice for both Builder of Custom Homes and Builder of
- [2018 Boston Magazine’s Best of Boston Home®, High End Remodeling, North](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2018-boston-magazines-best-of-boston-home-high-end-remodeling-north/) - Each year Boston magazine’s editorial team spends countless hours researching the very best of what Boston has to offer so they can share it with their readers. They spent three months polling homeowners and industry experts to find 75 of the very best design professionals and resources this area has to offer. HCBG was recognized
- [2017 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editors Choice Builder/Custom Homes & Builder/Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2017-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-choice-buildercustom-homes-builderrenovation/) - Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Magazine annually selects the best of all things home. Editors Choice winners are selected in consultation with design experts. In 2017, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized as the Editor's choice for both Builder of Custom Homes and Builder of Renovations.
- [2017 Boston Magazine's Best of Boston Home®, Best Sustainable Contractor, North](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2017-boston-magazines-best-of-boston-home-best-sustainable-contractor-north/) - Each year Boston magazine's editorial team spends countless hours researching the very best of what Boston has to offer so they can share it with their readers. They spent three months polling homeowners and industry experts to find 137 of the most discerning designers, craftspeople, and retailers, organized by specialty and region. The Winter 2017
- [2017 PRISM Gold Award for Best Remodeling/Restoration](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2017-prism-gold-award-for-best-remodelingrestoration/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won two 2017 Gold awards: Best Remodel over 5,000 square feet, for an expansive whole house renovation, and Best Small Remodel , for an
- [2016 PRISM Silver Award for Best Kitchen Remodel](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2016-prism-silver-award-for-best-kitchen-remodel/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won for the fabulously functional transformation of an Andover, MA kitchen. View the winning project.
- [2016 PRISM Gold Award for Best Remodeling/Restoration](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2016-prism-gold-award-for-best-remodelingrestoration/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won for the first floor remodel of an Andover, MA colonial into a more expansive, open layout to comfortably accommodate a bustling family of five and their guests. View
- [Trends Top 50 American Bathroom](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/hcbg-project-recognized-as-trends-top-50-american-bathroom/) - A recent project was recognized as a "Trends Top 50 American Bathroom". You can see this project here and you can also see the other TOP 50 Bathrooms in the full gallery
- [Trends Top 50 American Home](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/hcbg-project-recognized-as-trends-top-50-american-home/) - A recent project was recognized as a "Trends Top 50 American Home". You can see this project here and you can also see the other TOP 50 Homes in the full gallery
- [2016 Best of Northshore (BONS) Home, Editor's & Reader's Choice winner](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2016-best-of-northshore-bons-home-editors-readers-choice-winner/) - Dedicated to all things hearth and home, Northshore Magazine annually highlights both the editor's choice and reader's choice for best builder. In 2016, Howell Custom Building Group was recognized as the Editor's choice for Builder of Custom Homes, and the Reader's Choice for Builder of Renovations.
- [2015 PRISM Silver Award for Best Historical  Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2015-prism-silver-award-for-best-historical-renovation-best-remodelingrestoration/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the finest projects and outstanding achievements of professionals in the local home building industry. HCBG won for their renovation of The Hannah Fay House, built in 1860, and located next to Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, where it served as a former
- [2016 Best of Houzz-Customer Satisfaction](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2016-best-of-houzz-customer-satisfaction-2/) - Houzz is the leading online platform for residential remodeling and design. “Anyone building, remodeling or decorating looks to Houzz for the most talented, competent and service-oriented professionals,” said Liza Hausman, vice president of Industry Marketing for Houzz. The Best Of Houzz Service award is determined by a variety of factors, including the number and quality
- [2014 PRISM Gold Award for Community Spirit](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2014-gold-prism-award-community-spirit/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the accomplishments of professionals who influence the present and shape the future of building and design. HCBG won for their leadership of the 2014 Home Builders Blitz for Merrimack Valley Habitat for Humanity, when local builders joined forces to construct
- [2014 PRISM Gold Award for Best Remodeling/Restoration](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2014-gold-prism-award-best-remodelingrestoration/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the accomplishments of professionals who influence the present and shape the future of building and design. Howell Custom Building Group won for their remodel of a vacation home on the coast of Maine. View the winning project.
- [2014 Celebration of Excellence - Corporate Philanthropy Award, Enterprise Bank](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2014-celebration-excellence-corporate-philanthropy-award/) - Enterprise Bank’s Celebration of Excellence celebrates the remarkable businesses and community leaders who have achieved success, while inspiring others to excel. The Corporate Philanthropy Award honors and celebrates a local for-profit business that has harnessed the power of their assets, resources, and visibility to make a significant positive impact on their community. Over nine months
- [2015 Best of Houzz-Customer Satisfaction](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2015-best-of-houzz-customer-satisfaction/) - Houzz is the leading online platform for residential remodeling. The Best Of Houzz Service award is determined by a variety of factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in 2014.
- [2014 Best of Houzz-Customer Satisfaction & Design](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2014-best-houzz-customer-satisfaction-design/) - Houzz is the leading online platform for residential remodeling. The Best Of Houzz award is given in two categories: Customer Satisfaction and Design. HCBG was recognized in both categories. Customer Satisfaction honors are determined by a variety of factors, including the number and quality of client reviews a professional received in 2013. Design award winners’
- [2006 Luxury Living Silver Award for Most Beautiful Master Suite](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/winner-of-the-luxury-living-awards-silver-award-for-most-beautiful-master-suite-2006/) - The Luxury Living Awards are a juried home design competition that celebrates New England's most beautiful living spaces and the talented design professionals who create them. Over 6,000 New England designers, architects, remodelers, landscapers, and other professionals were invited to enter. The jury consists of leading home design professionals as well as homeowners, media personalities,
- [2008 COTY Silver for Best Residential Exterior](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/best-residential-exterior/) - The annual COTY awards recognize the best achievements in remodeling projects by members over the past year. Howell Custom Building Group won Silver in the “Residential Exterior” category for a spectacular sunset deck they built onto an oceanfront cottage, formerly a bed-and-breakfast, in Rockport, MA. View the winning project.
- [2009 PRISM Gold Award for Best Single Family over 6,000 Square feet](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/best-single-family-over-6000-square-feet-prism-gold-award/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed every two years recognizing the best of the best in building, design and marketing programs throughout BAGB’s membership. More than 260 entries were received this year. Howell Custom Building Group won for a custom built Lake Front Lodge vacation home in Maine, featuring timber-frame details and extensive stonework. View the winning
- [2011 PRISM Gold Award for Best Remodeling/Restoration](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/best-remodelingrestoration-under-250000-prism-gold-award/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed every two years recognizing the best in the building and design industry in the Greater Boston area. Howell Custom Building Group won for an 800 square foot beachfront cottage in Rockport, MA that they transformed into a light and airy retreat, taking advantage of ocean views. View the winning project.
- [2013 PRISM Silver Award for Best Kitchen Remodel ](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/best-kitchen-remodel-over-150000-for-a-boxford-kitchen-renovation/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed every two years by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston recognizing the best in the building and design industry. Howell Custom Building Group won for a renovation that created a more intimate and functional kitchen by adding architectural details, ambiance, storage, and a mudroom area. View the winning project.
- [2013 PRISM Silver Award for Best Single Family Home 2500-5000 square feet](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/best-single-family-home-2500-5000-square-feet-prism-silver-award-for-natural-contemporary/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed every two years by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston recognizing the best in the building and design industry. Howell Custom Building Group won for a 3300 square foot, light and airy, custom contemporary built to follow the contours of the land. View the winning project.
- [2012 "Best Business" First Place Winner, Boston Magazine](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/howell-custom-building-group-named-best-business-first-place-winner-by-boston-magazine/) - oston magazine named Howell C
- [2013 "Best of Houzz" Winner](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/howell-custom-building-group-voted-2013-best-of-houzz-winner/) - Howell Custom Building Group, (“HCBG”), has been awarded a 2013 “Best Of Houzz” distinction by Houzz, the leading online platform for residential remodeling and design. You can view our entire Houzz profile here.
- [2014 PRISM Silver Award for Best Remodeling/Restoration](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2014-silver-prism-award-best-remodelingrestoration/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the accomplishments of professionals who influence the present and shape the future of building and design. Howell Custom Building Group won for their exterior renovation of an oceanfront home in Gloucester, MA. View the winning project.
- [2014 PRISM Silver Award for Best Bathroom Remodel](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2014-prism-silver-award-best-bathroom-remodel/) - The PRISM Awards are bestowed annually by the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. They recognize the accomplishments of professionals who influence the present and shape the future of building and design. Howell Custom Building Group won for transforming a Boxford, MA master suite into a tranquil retreat. View the winning project.
- [2014 Reader's Choice Winner for Home Renovation, Merrimack Valley Magazine](https://howellcustombuild.com/awards/2014-readers-choice-winner-home-renovation-merrimack-valley-magazine/) - Merrimack Valley Magazine readers voted Howell Custom Building Group their first choice when choosing a company to remodel their home. Readers mentioned our detailed planning process and extensive client communications in addition to years of experience and positive testimonials as their reasons for nominating us.

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- [building services lawrence ma](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/building-services-lawrence-ma/)
- [residential building services](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/residential-building-services/)
- [contractor in massachusetts north shore](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/contractor-in-massachusetts-north-shore/)
- [home remodeling massachusetts north shore](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/home-remodeling-massachusetts-north-shore/)
- [timber framing in massachusetts](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/timber-framing-in-massachusetts/)
- [Merrimack Valley Habitat for Humanity](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/merrimack-valley-habitat-for-humanity/)
- [contractor north of boston](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/contractor-north-of-boston/)
- [new home construction massachusetts](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/new-home-construction-massachusetts/)
- [award winning kitchen designs](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/award-winning-kitchen-designs/)
- [contemporary kitchen](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/contemporary-kitchen/)
- [New England home builder](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/new-england-home-builder/)
- [kitchen remodeling massachusetts](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/kitchen-remodeling-massachusetts/)
- [best custom home](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/best-custom-home/)
- [dream kitchen](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/dream-kitchen/)
- [home remodeling](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/home-remodeling/)
- [custom designed homes](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/custom-designed-homes/)
- [custom designed homes North Shore](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/custom-designed-homes-north-shore/)
- [Howell Custom Build Boston](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/howell-custom-build-boston/)
- [best business award](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/best-business-award/)
- [best business award boston magazine](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/best-business-award-boston-magazine/)
- [boston magazine](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/boston-magazine/)
- [Calaresos farmstand garden](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/calaresos-farmstand-garden/)
- [calaresos farmstand reading ma](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/calaresos-farmstand-reading-ma/)
- [calaresos reading massachusetts](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/calaresos-reading-massachusetts/)
- [custom green home](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/custom-green-home/)
- [green remodeling massachuetts](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/green-remodeling-massachuetts/)
- [timber framing](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/timber-framing-2/)
- [timberpeg](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/timberpeg/)
- [bathroom remodel contractor](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/bathroom-remodel-contractor/)
- [bathroom remodeling massachusetts](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/bathroom-remodeling-massachusetts/)
- [houzz](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/houzz/)
- [master bedroom design ma](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/master-bedroom-design-ma/)
- [north andover ma](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/north-andover-ma/)
- [renovation north andover ma](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/renovation-north-andover-ma/)
- [custom homes boxford ma](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/custom-homes-boxford-ma/)
- [renovation boxford ma](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/renovation-boxford-ma/)
- [awards](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/awards/)
- [boston home building trends](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/boston-home-building-trends/)
- [contests](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/contests/)
- [Habitat for Humanity](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/habitat-for-humanity/)
- [north shore ma kitchen remodels](https://howellcustombuild.com/tag/north-shore-ma-kitchen-remodels/)

## Picture tag

- [New England](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/new-england/)
- [Exteriors/Exteriors by Type/Entries](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/exteriorsexteriors-by-typeentries/)
- [Exteriors/Exterior Details/Exterior Doors/Doors by Type/Front Entry Units](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/exteriorsexterior-detailsexterior-doorsdoors-by-typefront-entry-units/)
- [Framing/Timberframing/Completed Frames](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/framingtimberframingcompleted-frames/)
- [Interiors/Interiors by Room/Formal Dining Area](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/interiorsinteriors-by-roomformal-dining-area/)
- [Interiors/Interiors by Room/Living Rooms](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/interiorsinteriors-by-roomliving-rooms/)
- [Architecture](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/architecture/)
- [Bath](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/bath/)
- [Bedroom](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/bedroom/)
- [Howell Custom Builders](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/howell-custom-builders/)
- [Interior design](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/interior-design/)
- [Master Bath](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/master-bath/)
- [Master Bedroom](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/master-bedroom/)
- [Master Bedroom Suite](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/master-bedroom-suite/)
- [Traditional](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/traditional/)
- [Contemporary](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/contemporary/)
- [vacation home](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/vacation-home/)
- [lakefront home](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/lakefront-home/)
- [mountain lodge](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/mountain-lodge/)
- [eco friendly bath](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/eco-friendly-bath/)
- [natural stone](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/natural-stone/)
- [natural](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/natural/)
- [Arts and Crafts Homes](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/arts-and-crafts-homes/)
- [Custom Funiture](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/custom-funiture/)
- [Lincoln](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/lincoln/)
- [MA](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/ma/)
- [Houses](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/houses/)
- [Images](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/images/)
- [Interiors](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/interiors/)
- [Photography](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/photography/)
- [Residential](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/residential/)
- [HCBG custom built Lilloeet Sheep & Cheesery on an existing historic farm property. The new cheesery is Massachusetts' first farmstead sheep milk cheesery.](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/hcbg-custom-built-lilloeet-sheep-cheesery-on-an-existing-historic-farm-property-the-new-cheesery-is-massachusetts-first-farmstead-sheep-milk-cheesery/)
- [Exteriors/Exterior Details/Roofing/Metal Roofing](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/exteriors-exterior-details-roofing-metal-roofing/)
- [Exteriors/Exterior Details/Siding/Wood Shingles](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/exteriors-exterior-details-siding-wood-shingles/)
- [Architectural photography](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/architectural-photography/)
- [Design](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/design/)
- [Interior photography](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/interior-photography/)
- [Newburyport](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/newburyport/)
- [Fishermans Cottage Renovation](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/fishermans-cottage-renovation/)
- [single](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/single/)
- [Interiors/Interiors by Room/Mud Rooms](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/interiors-interiors-by-room-mud-rooms/)
- [Boston](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/boston/)
- [Greg Premru Photography Inc.](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/greg-premru-photography-inc/)
- [Interiors/Before and Afters/Delany](https://howellcustombuild.com/ngg_tag/interiors-before-and-afters-delany/)