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Building Green: Reception & High-Performance Panel Discussion

October 9, 2025 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (EDT)

Description

The Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston and host Top Notch Contracting invite you to our networking reception and high-performance panel discussion.

Join us for a networking reception with a cash bar, passed hors d'oeuvres, and a buffet plated dinner. During the reception, be sure to visit our sponsor tables where you will find information and product samples. Afterwards, get comfortable and be ready to hear from our excellent panel of experts. The night is hosted by BRAGB member Top Notch Contracting. 

Our Moderator will ask the Presenters collected questions. You can anticipate they will freely share their industry knowledge and answer questions from the audience about their experiences.


Moderator
Ohannes Ortiz, Principal & Operations, PHIUS Certified Builder, Top Notch Contracting

In 2008, after years of hands-on experience in real estate construction, site work, and custom home building, we took a leap of faith and founded Top Notch Contracting. From day one, we knew that delivering truly exceptional work would take more than talent — it would take a team rooted in trust and shared purpose.

What began as a family-owned and operated business quickly grew into one of the region’s most respected construction teams — built on a foundation of sincerity, respect, and integrity.

Ohannes is co-founder with a focus on strategic leadership and client care. He drives high-performance building with a deep knowledge of sustainable construction and clear communication from start to finish. Ohannes is a PHIUS Certified Builder.

Custom Home Builder

Nick Schiffer, CEO, NS Builders

Nick Schiffer established NS Builders in 2014, and has since built a highly-skilled and creative team who share his enthusiasm for building luxury custom homes. Driven by a collective passion for quality craftsmanship, NS Builders has grown into one of the most renowned home builders in the Eastern Massachusetts area. Years of relentless attention to detail and meticulous quality control has fueled NS Builders’ reputation for building premier custom homes.

The NS Builders team lives for the nitty gritty particulars. Every project begins with a shared vision and thorough consideration of all possibilities. When priorities are clearly aligned, the entire team spares no detail in a comprehensive approach to crafting the perfect custom home.



Net Zero Architect

David M Fenchel, RA, NCARB, Traverse Architects

As a New England Architect (by way of Washington DC), I specialize in simple, modern, sustainable homes that are rooted in regional craftsmanship. I believe that great architecture is possible for all clients and projects, regardless of location or budget. 

Traverse Architects begins every project with careful listening and maintains that good communication is imperative throughout the entire project. This enables sensitivity to the unique needs and desires of each client, project and site. 

I am an award-winning licensed Architect based in Cambridge, MA.


Passive House Architect

Stephanie Horowitz, Architect, Principal at ZeroEnergy Design 

Stephanie Horowitz AIA, CPHC, is a Principal and Co-Founder of ZeroEnergy Design (ZED), an architecture and energy consulting firm focusing on the design of homes and buildings targeting exceptional energy performance, indoor air quality, durability and thermal comfort. ZED creates beautiful, healthy buildings to empower families, uplift communities, and improve our living world.

ZED is a WBE-Certified architecture and mechanical design firm headquartered in Boston’s Financial District. Their multidisciplinary design team is composed of professionals from the fields of architecture and mechanical engineering. This integrated design approach yields holistically designed solutions and brings much-needed technical and financial rigor to the residential sector.


Energy Consultant
HERS Rater

Bijan Khosraviani, PhD., Principal and Founder, A9 Green

Bijan has been in the energy consulting industry since 2006. His main areas of interest are energy efficiency, conservation, and renewable energy. He has helped countless homeowners and businesses save money and reduce their environmental impact through energy-efficient solutions. 

Bijan is a PHIUS+ (Passive House) Rater and Verifier, RESENT Certified HERS Rater, BPI Building Analyst, ICC Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner, and holds a Ph.D. degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Stanford University.

We'd love for you to sponsor this event! 
Sponsors are welcome to set up a staffed table for the attendees to visit and learn. Take a sponsorship and gain industry recognition and promote your company while strengthening your involvement in the Association.

Find more about Sponsorship Opportunities here or contact Chul Kim at ckim@bragb.org or 781-890-2434.


Time

5:30 - Check in.
5:30 - 7:00 Networking reception, cash bar, passed hors d'oeuvres, buffet meal.
7-00 - 7:15 - Welcome remarks, introduce moderator and high- performance panel.
7:15 - 8:00 High Performance Panel Discussion.
8:00 - 8:30 - Questions. Follow up. Wrap. 

Location

Top Notch Contracting

Plenty of free parking.

Pricing

All are welcome!
BRAGB and HBRAMA Member fee: $55 - contact BRAGB for PROMO CODE to get HBRA Member Rate
BRAGB Non-member fee: $75 - Join your local HBRA in Massachusetts

Want to sponsor the Buildering Green Event? Product display tables available. Here is the flyer for details.

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Contact Information

Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston
Name: Scott Palmer
Phone: (781) 890-2439
Email: spalmer@bragb.org

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