Frequently Asked Questions

  • It depends on what you’re looking for! We can be quick and nimble when we need to be, collecting all the important components (like photography and interviews) in a pinch. Alternatively, we can do a lot of advance planning, ensuring we capture big family moments or the time of year when your garden is in bloom. Project management is our bread and butter – so don’t be afraid to ask for delivery in a month or a year.

  • Every house and every family is different, so each project is uniquely quoted. All packages include professional photography of the residence, interview(s) with the homeowners and/or family members, and a corresponding essay to be included in your book. We incorporate research to complete the story – this might be about the house and town, genealogy of the family, or the art and artifacts you’ve collected over the years. This material is laid out by professional designers, then we deliver 10 one-of-a-kind art books.

  • You name it, we can probably do it! Every book project gives us new ideas - we love to bring that extra special something to each one. Some additional services might include: 

    • An additional photography session to capture family members or the house in different seasons

    • Drone photography sessions to capture the house or property from above

    • Scanning of up to 100 images from your family albums, etc.

    • Scanning of oversized materials (e.g., architectural drawings)

    • Custom illustrations, commissioned artwork, a section dedicated to family recipes, timelines, scavenger hunts, so on and so forth!

    • Cleaned version of audio files of interview

    • Additional books for your friends and family

  • Absolutely not! In fact, we love modern design and architecture as much as we love history. At Housecraft, we believe every house has a story to tell – but what’s most important is your history in the house. Whether your house dates to the Revolutionary War or was designed and built in this millenium, we will give it the same thoughtful treatment.

  • Our motto is: have house, will travel. While we’re based in New England, we are adventurous folks, eager to come to your neck of the woods. Contact us to discuss in detail.

  • Moving can be exciting and emotional. If you’re working with a client who could benefit from our services, we’d love to collaborate. We’re a nimble team and able to work with tricky timelines to provide homeowners with the ideal keepsake before they move on to their next space.