A Creekside Cottage for the Ages ( Read more )
By Regina Cole, Cabin Living
The descendant of the original owner buys it back, then builds a beautiful namesake.
Twelve Critical Things You Need to Consider Before and After You Purchase an Old House ( Read more )
by John Altobello
This article evolved from conversations between Gale C. Steves and John Altobello in planning for their forthcoming book on new life for old houses.
Restoring a Victorian House in Cambridge ( Read more )
by Regina Cole, Old House Journal
Its façade a fantasia of neoclassical, Aesthetic, and Queen Anne decorative elements, this 1885 house has been restored and gently remodeled.
Down in front ( Read more )
by Marni Elyse Katz, Boston Globe Magazine
Replacing awkward additions with a pleasing porch gives a Newton home a new look. Historic Newton gave its Preservation Award to John Altobello for this project, the essence of an artful renovation of a Victorian house.
Designing the Future to Honor the Past ( Read more )
co-authored by John Altobello with the Cape Cod commission
The book sets out guidelines for building and development on Cape Cod.
Relationships. Interior Designers Sally Wilson & John Kelsey Talk About Their Clients and Themselves. ( Part 1 )
Article and interview by John Altobello for American Institute of Architects CRAN Chronicle
Have You Talked with the Builder Today?" Advice from Builder Stephen Payne ( Part 1 ) ( Part 2 )
Article and interview by John Altobello for American Institute of Architects CRAN Chronicle
How to Talk with Your Clients: Words of Wisdom from Architect Jeremiah Eck, FAIA ( Part 1 ) ( Part 2 )
Article and interview by John Altobello for American Institute of Architects CRAN Chronicle
Pedal Pushers ( Read more )
by Steve Cooper, Country Home
After discovering Nantucket Island’s bike paths, a Boston couple geared up to build this cozy cottage.
Historic Newton Preservation Award ( Read more )
The essence of an artful renovation of a Victorian house.