Bailey Davol / Studio Build is a full-service design/build and home renovation firm.

Our Process

Discovery

We want to know a little about you and the goals of your project (function, aesthetic and budget). At our initial visit we discuss these goals, identify priorities and look for clues as to how the space was used or altered throughout its history. We also want to know how you use it and what is the motivation to change it. Most importantly, how do you see yourself in your new space?

Design

Our planning team works to create your renovation with you. This is the basis for the project. Our production team visits to assess the existing conditions and generate costs for their areas of expertise. Together we create a detailed proposal to achieve your dreams. We go over the proposal in detail with you to make sure everything desired is contained and all phases are understood. Revisions are made until we are both satisfied and ready to move forward.

Build

Prior to the project's start we talk through the journey we are about to embark on. We will set a weekly meeting time with you to go over the project's progress and answer any questions along the way. We understand how important your space is to you. We are here to help you create an enriching environment for your unique needs

"The crew just left after installing the stair screen, and the shower door, which looks awesome! I just got done texting Andy, about how stoked we are to have gone through this journey and the care that y’all have put in to everything. And just being an all around great team to work with! You’ve got a great crew on your hands. I’m going to be a little bummed when it’s all done and not to have the excitement of daily check ins and having friendly faces around the house!”

OUR TEAM

Timothy Bailey

Timothy Bailey’s interest in building began with blocks and tree forts. He studied sculpture and installation work in college. His graduate thesis was on the intersection of art and architecture. This exploration led him away from the art world and into the world of the built environment. Tim has a Master of Fine Arts degree from Tufts University and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. He is a licensed Construction Supervisor, and Lead Safe Renovator.He has been a guest lecturer at Massachusetts College of Art, The School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston University and MIT. His art work is in the collections of Tufts University and The Museum of Fine Arts

How did you get into this line of work?

“I studied sculpture and installation work in college and eventually co-founded an art space. We built the spaces ourselves and after moving locations three times began to get pretty good at construction. I secured an adjunct faculty position after grad school and kept carpentry as a side hustle. When the criteria of a teaching position I had been waiting a decade for changed, and I found myself no longer qualified, I called Rob.”

What’s your favorite part of the work?

“Seeing a dysfunctional space and knowing how to execute a plan to fix it. Being able to design interesting solutions to problems, and working with a group of talented, engaging people who are fun to be with day in and day out.”

What’s the most challenging part of the work?

“We all care deeply about what it is that we do. It is a super complex dance that we have to orchestrate to get from start to finish. With it comes a lot of stress. Being able to process, breathe, take it in and free yourself from that is part of every day.”

Robert Davol

Robert Davol is a 4th generation carpenter. He started his career early working in his grandfather’s shop, E.A. White & Son, fabricating custom counter tops and installing floors. Robert holds a bachelor degree in music performance and education from The University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He continued his education at Wentworth Institute of Technology studying house framing and plan reading. Robert has been a lead carpenter in the Boston area for the past 25 years. Robert is an expert cabinet builder and carpenter. Robert is a licensed Construction Supervisor, and Lead Safe Renovator.

Question: How did you get into this work? “I started doing carpentry work probably around the age of 7 or 8. During my summer breaks from school I worked (mostly sweeping and taking out trash) alongside my uncle and grandfather, who owned a family business installing countertops and flooring. It wasn't until my mid twenties however, that I worked professionally in the trade. At that time I had a friend who was an excellent carpenter, who happened to need an assistant and I happened to need a paycheck....... The rest is history.”

What’s your favorite part of this work? “My favorite part of the work is delivering a finished product to a client and knowing that they are happy with the work we have done and that they feel good about the investment they have made in their home.”

Cornelia Hoskin

Cornelia is the Business and Design Manager and spends her days ensuring that the financial and home bases are running smoothly.

In previous careers, she was a marketer of rock bands, organic food and family farmers. Cornelia holds an MBA from Boston University's Questrom School of Business, and lives with her family Tim (Bailey), 13-year-old son Brendan and dog Owl in Jamaica Plain.

How did I get into this work? “By putting one foot in front of the other and being ready for the next challenging opportunity. It’s been an adventure.”
What’s the best part of the work? “Transforming people’s spaces and, as a result, improving their lives in ways they may not have anticipated. Environment is critical to health, happiness and how we respond to life.”
What’s the hardest part of the work? “Juggling family, the family business and homeschooling our son. But I wouldn’t trade the juggle for anything.”

Andrew Spencer

Andrew grew up in a lumberyard in upstate New York. He has sawdust in his veins. He has 25 years experience in the carpentry field, is an expert in millwork, and is a licensed Construction Supervisor, and Lead Safe Renovator.

When not working with wood, Andrew fronts the wildly popular band, Slim Jim and The Mad Cows.

Question: How did you get into this work? “I took a two year vocational course in the late 80’s and learned rough and finish carpentry. Several years later I had the itch to get back into woodwork and obtained a job at a reclaimed wood mill. After mastering the ins and outs of wood milling I once again had the itch learn cabinetmaking so I took a job at a high end cabinet shop. Then I felt the need to expand my knowledge/skills even further and arrived here doing remodeling.”

What’s your favorite part of this work? “Cabinet making, kitchen installation and finish carpentry. Rustic reclaimed wood projects, too.”

What’s the most challenging part of the work? “Restoring century-old houses and bringing them up to modern day code standards.”

Ricardo "Chico" Pacheco

Chico is a third generation carpenter and painter, and comes to Bailey Davol with 25 years of experience in construction, flooring and finish carpentry. He is an expert restorer of plaster and drywall, as well as a meticulous preparer and painter - both brush and spray work. Before entering the construction field, Chico spent 10 years as a silk screener and sign painter.

Question: What’s the best part of this work? “The beautiful end result.”

Ian Inglis

Ian has a background in the visual arts and is an illustrator with a BFA in graphic design from Massachusetts College of Art and Design. He has taken woodworking classes at North Bennet Street School and has an enthusiasm for timber framing. Ultimately he’d like to end up in a self sufficient cabin he’s built himself in a bucolic north eastern forest. Ian is a licensed Construction Supervisor.

How did you get into this line of work? "After working in management for twenty years I wanted to switch things up and work in a new field where I could learn new things. I’ve always been interested in making and building so I transitioned and really enjoy the change. The things I enjoy the most are learning new skills, techniques and working with a fun crew of good people. Also doughnut Fridays when Rob’s feeling generous."
What's the most challenging part of the work?
"The most challenging part of the job is working with Abby."
You crazy kids!

Dakota Gleason

Since earning her BFA in Illustration from MassArt in 2021 Dakota has maintained a multimedia creative practice balanced delicately between various jobs in management, education and more. However, she sought a career which not only harnessed her creativity but left her feeling even more energized and inspired after a hard days work. In her carpentry apprenticeship, she has found just that.

So far, Dakota’s favorite part of this work has been the opportunity to learn from the BDSB team, whose members have been so generous with their knowledge and encouraging of her growth in this trade.

Virginia Leary

Ginny's years long dream is to build her own home, and, after realizing she'd probably need to learn how to use some tools to accomplish this, she enrolled in a basic carpentry course at Yestermorrow in spring 2024. While there, she fell in love with the craft and decided to make a career change. In September 2024 she started on her certificate in Carpentry from North Bennet Street School and joins Bailey Davol on Fridays to further extend her knowledge.

Ginny has her BA in Drama from Ithaca College and a certificate in ESG Strategy from University of Colorado Boulder. She is passionate about sustainable building practices and is a LEED AP and WELL AP.

She's excited to keep learning carpentry, nerding out over NYT games and sharing new punk bands with the BDSB crew.

Brendan Bailey

Chief IT Support

Is good with computers

Loves electronics and coding

Good with Blender, Photoshop and CAD

Favorite ice cream flavor: Cookie dough

Favorite animal: Elephant