Brookline, MA Home Additions & Remodeling | Masters Touch
For nearly 30 years, Masters Touch Design Build has helped Brookline, MA homeowners get more from the homes they love, from kitchens and additions to whole-home renovations. Whether you are adding space to a tight lot or reworking a vintage home that needs to catch up to how you live, we handle design, permitting, and construction under one roof. One team, one budget, one point of contact, from the first conversation to the final walkthrough.
Home Additions in Brookline
Adding space in Brookline is its own kind of challenge. Lots are tight, many homes sit close to their setback lines, and the housing stock is old, so a home addition in Brookline is rarely a simple bump-out. We design additions that work with those constraints, building up rather than out where it makes sense, and tying the new space into the existing home so it looks like it was always there.
Brookline additions we design and build:
- Second-story additions and dormers that add space without expanding the footprint
- Primary-suite and family-room additions
- Kitchen expansions and bump-outs
- In-law suites and accessory dwelling units (ADUs)
- Mudrooms, entryways, and home offices
Because many Brookline lots are nonconforming, some additions need zoning relief, and we evaluate that with you up front so you know what is possible before you invest in design. As a design-build firm, we set a realistic budget range early, before detailed design begins, so the numbers and the design stay in step.
Kitchen Remodeling in Brookline
The kitchen is the project Brookline homeowners ask us about most, and in a town of well-built older homes it is rarely as simple as swapping cabinets. We design kitchens that open up the way you live, whether that means taking down a wall between a closed-off kitchen and dining room, or adding an island with real workspace and seating. Our kitchens include custom and semi-custom cabinetry, premium countertops, updated lighting and electrical, and the finish details that pull a room together. With design and construction under one roof, the design and the budget stay in step from day one.
Planning a Brookline Project: Permits & Costs
Brookline Permit Requirements
Most remodeling projects in Brookline need a building permit under the Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR), filed with the Brookline Building Department at 333 Washington Street. Kitchens, baths, and additions typically involve electrical, plumbing, gas, and mechanical work, and each trade pulls its own sub-permit; anything that touches a load-bearing wall or changes the footprint adds structural review and engineer-stamped drawings, and additions on Brookline’s tight lots sometimes need zoning relief from the Zoning Board of Appeals. Permits are filed online and pulled under a licensed Construction Supervisor, so you do not file anything yourself. Brookline’s older homes add a few wrinkles: houses built before 1978 require EPA lead-safe (RRP) practices, and older homes may need asbestos screening before demolition. We handle all of the filings, inspections, and code requirements as part of your project.
(Requirements current as of 2026; we confirm the latest rules with the Town on every project.)
More of Our Brookline Services
Beyond additions and kitchens, Brookline homeowners also come to us for:
Bathroom Remodeling
From powder rooms to spa-like primary baths, designed for everyday comfort.
Custom Homes
Full-service custom home building, from land planning and budgeting through move-in.
Design-Build
Our core approach: design, permitting, and construction under one roof, which saves time and keeps the budget in the conversation from day one.
Recent Projects Near Brookline
Project Mague
A full kitchen remodel and in-law suite addition in Newton, combining smart design with careful construction to add real living space and everyday function to this home.
Project Dunbarton
A beautifully designed bathroom remodel in Belmont, transforming an outdated space into a refined, high-functioning room with quality finishes and thoughtful detail throughout.
Why Brookline Homeowners Choose Masters Touch
Brookline families choose Masters Touch as their general contractor for the same reasons our clients have for nearly three decades: clear communication, honest budgets, and craftsmanship that lasts. We have earned 24 Contractor of the Year awards from NARI and PRO New England and have been recognized as Best of Houzz year after year. Most of our work comes from referrals and repeat clients, which tells you what it is like to build with us. Our promise is simple. We Build Trust.
Brookline Remodeling FAQs
Do I need a permit to remodel my home in Brookline, MA?
Almost always, yes. Most remodeling projects in Brookline require a building permit under the Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR), filed with the Brookline Building Department at 333 Washington Street. Kitchens, bathrooms, and additions typically involve electrical, plumbing, gas, and mechanical work, and each trade pulls its own sub-permit. Permits are filed online and pulled under a licensed Construction Supervisor, so Masters Touch handles all of it for you.
How much does a home addition or kitchen remodel cost in Brookline?
Every project is priced individually, but in the Brookline area a partially updated kitchen remodel typically runs from about $50,000 for an updated kitchen to $150,000 or more for a full gut with custom cabinetry, and a home addition runs roughly $500 per square foot, often $120,000 for a single story and $250,000 or more for a second-story or primary-suite addition. Older homes sometimes need electrical or structural upgrades, so we build a contingency into the budget and give you a clear range before design begins.
Can I build an addition on a small Brookline lot?
Often, yes, though it takes planning. Brookline lots are tight and many homes sit close to their setback lines, so additions frequently build up rather than out, with second-story additions and dormers. Because many lots are nonconforming, some additions need zoning relief from the Brookline Zoning Board of Appeals. We evaluate your lot, zoning, and goals up front so you know what is possible before you commit to design.
Do I need an architect, or can Masters Touch handle the design?
You do not need to hire a separate designer first. As a design-build firm, Masters Touch handles design, engineering, permitting, and construction under one roof with a single point of contact. That keeps your budget in the conversation from day one and closes the gap between a beautiful plan and what it actually costs to build.
My Brookline home is old. Can you still remodel it?
Yes, and most of the homes we work on in Brookline are older. Pre-1978 houses require EPA lead-safe (RRP) practices, and older homes may need asbestos screening before demolition or electrical panel upgrades to support modern systems. We identify these conditions up front, handle them correctly, and budget a contingency so they do not derail your project.
What areas of Brookline does Masters Touch serve?
We serve homeowners throughout Brookline, including Coolidge Corner, Brookline Village, Washington Square, Chestnut Hill, and Longwood, along with neighboring communities such as Newton, Needham, and the Greater Boston area.
Start Your Brookline Project
Ready to talk through your Brookline addition, kitchen, or renovation? Schedule a free consultation and we will give you a realistic budget range and honest guidance, with no pressure.
Call 508-359-5900 or request a consultation online.
