Television
This Old House Productions
David Vos and Peter Frumkin (formerly of This Old House Productions) filmed a feature inside our Davis Avenue workshop, highlighting our unique repairs and the people behind them.
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For years, our work has been recognized by television programs, newspapers, magazines, and local organizations. Much of this coverage was published under our former name, Village Green Renewal, before becoming RARE Restoration.
Please Note: Many of the articles and videos below reference Village Green Renewal, the company that evolved into today's RARE Restoration.
Media Coverage
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Magazine
Yankee Magazine
2012
Amy Traverso featured Village Green Renewal in the March/April 2012 issue, celebrating the workshop's craftsmanship and distinctive approach to restoration.
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WCVB Chronicle
New England's long-running cultural program Chronicle visited our shop to share the stories behind the people and projects that make restoration so rewarding.
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CNN
2009
CNN visited Village Green Renewal in 2009, bringing national attention to our philosophy of repairing rather than replacing meaningful objects.
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Boston Globe
The Boston Globe profiled life inside our workshop and the restoration work that has become our passion.
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Brookline TAB
One of the earliest publications to tell our story and continue following our work in the community.
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Brookline Patch
Coverage of our restoration work, community involvement, fundraising efforts, and neighborhood partnerships.
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Brookline Community Foundation
Recognition of our participation in restoring and weatherizing the Brookline Community Foundation building.
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Brookline Chamber of Commerce
2009
Recipient of the Best New Business (2009) award and a proud member of the Brookline business community.
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Brookline Climate Change Advisory Board
Seth Barrett was recognized as one of Brookline's Climate Change Pioneers for his commitment to sustainability through restoration.
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Rotary Club of Brookline
Our longtime support of local Rotary initiatives, including fundraising efforts benefiting the Brookline Emergency Food Pantry.
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Additional mentions & community recognition
- High Street Hill Association Newsletter
- Brookline Arts Center
- Coolidge Corner Theatre
- Puppet Showplace Theatre
- Twin Peaks Construction
- BirdRobot Family Chandelier Story
- Works of Hand: Photographs of Brookline Businesses
- HFM Magazine
Why This Matters
Recognition earned through craftsmanship
For decades, we've quietly focused on doing meaningful work for our customers and community. The media attention has always been a reflection of that commitment, not the goal itself.
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The best story we can tell is the next one. If you have something meaningful that deserves another generation of life, we'd love to hear about it.