General Contractors/Architects in Boston

[Vijay Padmanabhan]

I am looking to purchase a 1950s-1960s split in one of the better school district towns within 128 and force appreciation by doing a rehab and adding an addition. Does anyone have recommendations for architects and general contracting firms in the Boston area? Especially those who have worked with splits as a starting point. Assuming higher end finishes e.g. granite countertops, SS appliances, hw floors throughout, and say 2000 sq feet to start out with to be expanded to 3000-3500 sq feet, what would the cost for a project like that look like? Yes, I realize it depends on exactly what finishes, but a realistic cost per square foot would help me assess if this even makes sense. I am beginning to look at “The Book if Estimating Rehab Costs” which is a fantastic resource, but would like to get other thoughts. Thanks.