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DREAM Collaborative is a Boston-based MBE architecture, planning and development firm. Since our founding in 2008, we have been recognized for our innovative and thoughtful architectural design, our expert planning on transformative projects across the region and for our equitable development work. DREAM is a leader in collaborative and community-focused projects — sensitively responding to community priorities, championing environmental stewardship and innovation and creating places to foster equity and growth.

We offer a full range of design and development services

DREAM provides full service Architectural Design services — from concept through construction administration, adaptive reuse, deep energy retrofits and renovations of existing buildings; Urban Design and Planning services — from master planning to zoning compliance; and a range of Real Estate Development services. Our work strives to meet the highest level of sustainability possible, from Net Zero to Passive House, LEED and beyond. DREAM is proud to be a signatory of the AIA 2030 Commitment—an actionable climate strategy to reach net zero emissions in the built environment. 

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Our team is made up of passionate problem-solvers who work closely with mission-aligned clients to fully embrace their goals and challenges to ensure beautiful and responsive solutions and outcomes. DREAM brings deeply diverse backgrounds and perspectives to every project. Our team is over 50% women and we hail from over a dozen different countries. We believe that broader perspectives and diversity of thought make for more informed decision making, more contextual design, and ultimately, more positive impacts.

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