--- title: "emcee design — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/emcee-design-pfvwus-pf~403199111 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~403199111.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "emcee design" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/646367f4022fcde2_9100-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "Falls Church, Virginia 22046, United States" phone: "(440) 479-2604" website: http://www.emceedesign.net rating: 5 review_count: 19 best_of_houzz_awards: 9 followers: 174 last_updated: 2026-09-11 --- # emcee design Original Houzz profile: [emcee design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/emcee-design-pfvwus-pf~403199111) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Falls Church, VA - **Serves:** Arlington, Alexandria, Reston, McLean, Leesburg, Annandale, Oakton, Herndon, Baileys Crossroads, Fairfax, Tysons Corner, Vienna, Great Falls, Falls Church, Dunn Loring, Seven Corners, Purcellville, Berryville - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (19 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2014–2022), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves emcee design and emcee design build offer complete architecture, interior design, and construction services for new homes, renovations, and additions. Based in northern Virginia, we are dedicated to improving the community we live in through a culture of respect and commitment to excellence that are expressed through our projects. These values materialize in the relationships and projects we build with our clients, sustainable practices we embody, and community involvement we engage in. We see each project as an opportunity to improve how we interact with our homes, neighborhoods, and ecosystems. As creative problem solvers, we thrive on developing values-based decisions that are thoroughly researched and discussed, developed, implemented, and evaluated. We believe in the power of architecture to positively affect lives and enjoy working with clients to help them realize this opportunity. Our Pledge: -We will be in the business of doing good -5% minimum of work hours will be spent on philanthropic activities -The social impact of our work will always be considered -Sustainability will be a core value of our decision making process -We will be designing only net-zero energy projects by 2030 -We will never stop learning and sharing our ideas with others What we ask of our Clients: -You will be an engaged member of the design process -You will be excited, patient, inquisitive, and thorough as the project dictates -Ask questions when you are not clear on any aspect of the process or design -Consider our solutions with an open mind and realize we love to discuss ideas, good and bad -Understand your decisions have an effect on the community and ecosystem around you -Be willing to share your experiences with others ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Kitchen Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Building Design - House Plans - 3D Rendering - Energy-Efficient Homes - Universal Design - Green Building - Sustainable Design - Drafting - Structural Engineering - 3D Home Design - Construction Drawings - Remodeling ### Areas Served - Arlington - Alexandria - Reston - McLean - Leesburg - Annandale - Oakton - Herndon - Baileys Crossroads - Fairfax - Tysons Corner - Vienna - Great Falls - Falls Church - Dunn Loring - Seven Corners - Purcellville - Berryville ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - 500,000 $50,000 - 500,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | emcee design | | Address | Falls Church, Virginia 22046, United States | | Phone | (440) 479-2604 | | Website | http://www.emceedesign.net | | License Number | 015982 | | Followers on Houzz | 174 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/mcernyemceedesign ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [emcee design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/emcee-design-pfvwus-pf~403199111) - **Website:** http://www.emceedesign.net - **Phone:** (440) 479-2604 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2014–2022), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 19 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Donna Slye, June 2026** > Emcee Design exceeded my expectations on my kitchen remodel. Mark and his team truly listened to my vision and transformed it into a beautifully designed, highly functional space. Their expertise in selecting custom cabinetry, countertops, and finishes made the entire process smooth and stress-free. > > What impressed me most was their attention to detail and the consistent support throughout—I felt confident in every decision. The installation was flawless and handled with professionalism from start to finish. > > I’m thrilled with the results and highly recommend Emcee Design for anyone looking for top-quality design and construction. **★★★★★ — John Slye, June 2026** > We couldn’t be happier with our kitchen remodel! Emcee Design truly listened to what we wanted and delivered beyond expectations. The inset cabinetry is beautifully crafted, and every inch of space was used thoughtfully and efficiently. What really stood out was their commitment even after the project was complete—excellent follow-up and customer service that made the entire experience stress-free. Highly recommend! **★★★★★ — Matheus ricci de oliveira, June 2026** > Emcee Design consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. The finished project reflects excellent planning, craftsmanship, and coordination. The result is both beautiful and functional, and it is clear that great care was taken throughout the process. Highly recommended. **★★★★★ — Joel, May 2020** > Emcee remodeled my bathroom and made various other changes to my condo. Mark, Kaitlin, and Jason did an outstanding job. They provided me the information and advice I needed to make decisions and guided me through the process step-by-step. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and communicative. They looked for ways to keep the project on task and within budget, while also giving honest advice about changes to the original design that would improve the final product. The actual remodeling work was done professionally, diligently, and on time. They are a trustworthy group, and working with them was a genuinely enjoyable experience. **★★★★★ — Katie Dwyer, April 2020** > We used emcee for both architecture and build. Our project included a basement build out, garage + mudroom addition, two bedroom plus bath addition, kitchen remodel, and extensive renovation work around the majority of the rest of the house. Mark was the primary architect and he worked with us over several months and many iterations to develop plans that were what we wanted and within budget. We felt that they were the most knowledgeable about our project and decided to go with them for build as well. Jason was our primary project manager and Mark was there every step of the way as well. The attention to detail and quality are great. They are responsive to e-mails/texts/calls and were willing to work with us on modifications (either because they were needed or we changed our mind.) We had water issues the day we moved out and they were very helpful in resolving those as well. We moved back into our house 6 months after "breaking ground" which was on schedule. There were still some "punch list" items that lingered after we moved back in but nothing that prevented us from living there. We would recommend them to others looking for a house renovation/addition! **Comment from emcee design:** > Great homeowners to work with, we really enjoyed this project! **★★★★★ — Cara Manket, Nov. 2018** > We worked with Mark and Jason on a full renovation of the first floor of our row house to include taking down walls, installing new cabinets, flooring etc. Both Mark and Jason were incredible responsive, communicative and helpful in making architectural and design decisions. Their prices were fair and they worked within our budget. They followed up after project completion and I would absolutely recommend them for any project. They helped us realize our dream home and we continue to marvel at how beautiful they made our home. Cannot recommend them highly enough for their service and results! **★★★★★ — Rekha Ayalur, June 2018** > I worked with Mark to take a small, 1 bed/1 bath, 700 square foot, outdated, 1920's home into a pretty amazing 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home. I met with a few architects before Mark and none could really bring my ideas of the space to fruition. Mark did an amazing job fitting a lot into a tiny space, all while dealing with a lot of zoning issues from Arlington County. I'm really grateful to have met Mark and to have had him create a space that I can call my home. **★★★★★ — Nicholas Reed, Nov. 2017** > We are delighted with the work Emcee design did for us (we worked with Mark and Aaron) and we'll be recommending them to family and friends. > We engaged their services to design a new 1st floor layout of our Capitol Hill townhouse and the refresh of two 2nd floor bathrooms. > They listened to our vision for the space and then provided us with a number of excellent design options. > Additionally Emcee design worked with our contractor throughout the construction and re-model process. They periodically had site checks to ensure construction was kept to schedule and to quality check the work being carried out. I thoroughly recommend this for peace of mind! **★★★★★ — Jenn H, May 2017** > We hired Emcee Design for a full renovation of our home, and couldn't be happier. Our architects, Taylor and Mark, were extremely collaborative throughout every phase of the process. They listened to our specific needs, and ultimately produced plans for a home that is beautiful, functional and exactly what we wanted. Equally important, Taylor and Mark provided extensive consultation on design selections, and stayed involved through the construction process. As this was our first experience with a large-scale renovation, their help and guidance was invaluable. Both Mark and Taylor are very easy and pleasant to work with, generous with their time and extremely responsive. We recommend them highly! **★★★★★ — Erick Messing, Oct. 2016** > The architects at emcee design, Mark Cerny and Taylor Scott, were critical to the successful completion of our home's second story addition and first story renovation. Mark and Taylor started with our long list of requirements and nice-to-haves, took time to learn what we wanted to achieve and our sense of style, and then offered many outstanding design recommendations to enhance our original vision. Their collaborative approach was exactly what we needed. Mark and Taylor continued to provide value through the build phase, where they served as our advocate during the few inevitable construction and finish issues. Working with the builder, they ensured the plan was properly executed and that the final result was something the entire team could be proud of. **★★★★★ — jonrolfe12, April 2016** > We live in a historic district in Washington, D.C. and wanted to raise the roof on our attic in order to get as much usable space as possible. Our realtor recommended emceedesign, and we could not be happier with their service. Mark Cerny designed a unique, V-shaped roof that expanded our space without violating the height restrictions and that blended in perfectly with the Victorian houses in the neighborhood. He created a very bright and open area by combining a wall of windows with overhead skylights that make the area seem much larger than it is. Almost as impressive as the design was the manner in which he shepherded the project through the permitting process at both the historic board and the DCRA. He told us what to expect at every stage and recommended the perfect contractor to do the work once the permits were issued. Mark and his team were an absolute pleasure to work with. I cannot recommend them highly enough for work in the District, particularly with unique or challenging projects. **★★★★★ — mlowndes, Oct. 2015** > Mark was critical to the successful renovation of our 1925 Arlington bungalow. With little notice, Mark who was referred to us, worked our project in to his schedule. Mark helped us transform old dated layouts in to functional space while keeping within the tradition of the home. By working closely with our GC and being on site throughout construction, Mark helped find and address unexpected structural issues. His ability to explain the rationale behind design options and his knowledge of the county building codes and administrative process helped us stay on-time and budget. Mark stuck to deadlines and remained responsive to our concerns even after the project ended. His professionalism and matter-of-fact communication style made it easy to work with him and make unbiased, informed decisions. We would work with Mark again in a heartbeat and can strongly recommend him to others. ## Selected projects - [Vienna New Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vienna-new-home-pj-vj~6285738) - Location: Vienna, VA - Photos: 12 - [Arlington Crystal City Addition / Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arlington-crystal-city-addition-renovation-pj-vj~5605518) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 12 - Description: 2nd floor addition to existing 1 story house in Arlington, VA. complete renovation of existing first floor. Working within tight zoning restrictions and narrow footprint to create open floor plan with cozy spaces and contemporary style. - [Arlington Contemporary Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arlington-contemporary-farmhouse-pj-vj~2610851) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 21 - [Historic Georgetown Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-georgetown-renovation-pj-vj~5605546) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 9 - Description: renovation to existing rowhouse in historic Georgetown, Washington, DC. - [Military Rd New House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/military-rd-new-house-pj-vj~2740090) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 25 - [Remington Drive](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/remington-drive-pj-vj~1199765) - Location: Alexandria, VA - Photos: 12 - Description: second floor addition and expansion of existing house with complete remodel of existing spaces - [Bryant St](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bryant-st-pj-vj~384795) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 11 - Description: interior remodel to existing rowhouse including relocation of stairs and rooms, structural remediation, new finishes and fixtures. basement finished with wet bar and roof deck added. - [Rock Creek Church](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rock-creek-church-pj-vj~2604571) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 11 - [27th St N](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/27th-st-n-pj-vj~386640) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 19 - Description: 2 story + basement addition and renovation to existing single family traditional Arlington home. complete remodel of existing spaces on interior and exterior. - [Primrose](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/primrose-pj-vj~1982632) - Location: Chevy Chase, MD - Photos: 3 - Description: Interior remodel including new kitchen space, conversion of sunroom to family room, and renovation to existing bedrooms with bathroom addition. - [Grant Circle](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grant-circle-pj-vj~386648) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 11 - Description: Interior alteration to existing rowhouse on DC's Grant Circle. Created an open kitchen and dining room on first floor, added ensuite bathroom to second floor, and created finished basement with rec room, bedroom, and wet bar. Salvaged and exposed existing hardwood floors, brick walls, and character-rich 5 panel wood interior doors with transom windows. [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/emcee-design-pfvwus-pf~403199111) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the name of the countertop?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Carrara marble **Q: Please tell me the Brand and Name of this paint! Thanks.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: sorry don't have that info. **Q: What is this countertop? Material and name of pattern??** *(in Photo Questions)* A: calcatta gold marble **Q: could you tell me about the floors used in the kitchen please?** *(in Photo Questions)* The floors are beautiful! A: these are 6" oak hardwood floors, site finished **Q: What color/brand are the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This was an owner selected color which I am not certain of. I have asked for information from them, will respond if they are willing to provide. **Q: what paint color is this?** *(in Photo Questions)* thank you! A: this was an owner selected color- if I can get the information, I will forward along to you. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-11.*