Bathroom Remodelers in Newark

“I can count on several fingers the times I have found a local business partner that I'd describe as a rockstar, and Brian Hopkins is on that short list. On Christmas Eve, my wife and I were out doing errands. We got a call from our teenage son, telling us that water was raining down from the upstairs bathroom, through our microwave and stove, into the basement, onto the furnace and water heater. There was some once-in-a-century rapid drop in temperature, we had some poorly insulated pipes, and one of those pipes ruptured in the floor of that second floor bathroom resulting in that disaster. Total nightmare. Thankfully, one of the other rockstars on our short list of local business partners is our general contractor. We already had a plan on the shelf to renovate that bathroom, our contractor was available, we were able to get all our tile and bathroom fixtures picked out and procured in record time, and shortly after New Year's our GC started the repairs and creating the bathroom of our dreams. Salvation! Everything was going awesome, until the building department showed up. In a rush, we neglected to get a building permit. We weren't being shady or playing games. We were just hasty and ignorant and didn't do the things we needed to do. We got an immediate stop-work order. And the only way to get back on track was to find an architect to do proper code-compliant architectal drawings for our already-in-progress bathroom renovation. I quickly learned that there are not a lot of residential architects hurting for business, certainly not at that time of year. I literally called at least 15 different places. Either people were too busy, or weren't interested in the project. I finally found one who couldn't take the job, but said "hey, we know this other guy in the area who is super good, that we refer people to when we're busy. His name is Brian Hopkins." Somebody directing business to a competitor?? I now understand why they referred me. Brian is only the second architect I've ever worked with, but as far as I can tell, he's as good as it gets. I was able to get in touch with him immediately, and he agreed to take on the work. He was incredibly transparent and clear about what he was going to do, when he was going to do it, and what it would cost. Throughout the process he was super responsive, empathetic, organized, patient, professional, and enjoyable to work with. He didn't nickel and dime us or play games; he was clearly focused on good customer service and outcomes. And from what I can tell, both the building department and my GC were very happy with the quality of his work. The entire ordeal we went through, particularly involving the building department and fines and delays was horrible. Had we not found Brian, had he not been so excellent, the situation might have been unbearable. He literally was our savior. It's absurd not to want to work with someone like this.”

“Went through several different Architects and Designers over the years with mediocre and mixed results. I recently had the pleasure of working with PAD Architects on a project, and I must say that throughout the entire process, PAD Architects demonstrated their expertise and dedication, making the experience truly exceptional. One of the standout aspects of working with PAD Architects was their high level of involvement. From the initial consultation to the final stages of the project, they were fully committed and actively engaged. They took the time to thoroughly understand our requirements, ensuring that every detail was taken into consideration. Their professionalism and passion for their work were evident in their consistent communication and prompt response to our inquiries. It was evident that our satisfaction was their top priority. PAD Architects proved to be an invaluable resource during the entire duration of the project. They were not only helpful but went above and beyond to provide guidance and support. They patiently listened to our ideas and concerns, offering valuable insights and suggestions based on their extensive experience. Their ability to interpret our vision and translate it into a practical and aesthetically pleasing design was truly impressive. Furthermore, I was thoroughly impressed by the amount of time PAD Architects dedicated to our project. They took the time to thoroughly explain each step of the design process, ensuring we were well-informed and comfortable with the decisions being made. Their attention to detail and meticulousness were evident in their approach, as they never rushed through any aspect of the project. They meticulously reviewed and refined each design element, resulting in a final product that exceeded our expectations. What truly sets PAD Architects apart is their amazing design ideas. They possess a unique ability to think outside the box and bring creative solutions to the table. Their designs seamlessly blend functionality and aesthetics, creating spaces that are not only visually stunning but also practical and efficient. Their innovative ideas breathed new life into our project and transformed it into something truly remarkable. In conclusion, working with PAD Architects was an absolute pleasure. Their high level of involvement, helpfulness, and dedication, coupled with their exceptional design ideas, make them a standout architectural firm. I wholeheartedly recommend PAD Architects to anyone seeking a professional, knowledgeable, and talented team to bring their architectural dreams to life.”

“I am grateful for the time I spent with Environetics (formerly Ecoplan) and all the experience I was able to gain between 2001-2007. This firm is a top notch design firm who cares about the quality of the architecture it produces while maintaining the client's budget. During my time with this firm I was able to work on an array of various projects including multiple higher-education projects. This company allowed me to develop my skills and grow as a young professional. I highly recommend them without any reservations.”

“Hayley did a phenomenal job picking up the pieces of a failed renovation (with a prior architect and general contractor) and pulling everything together to create a beautiful home. She did everything from figuring out what was done and wasn’t done, to ordering materials, planning timelines, bringing in a reliable contractor, and adjusting the design to account for prior mistakes in construction and make the space even better than originally planned. I fully recommend hiring Hayley as she has an amazing eye for design, and is also trustworthy and gets the job done.”

“Used Zelta to get some drawings for installing a flush beam in my kitchen. Worked with Sebastian to get this done ,he was very professional and helpful. The drawings came out great! I would recommend them 100%.”