Bethesda, MD Design-Build Firms

“I had the pleasure of hiring Finecraft for a project recently that called for the addition of an outdoor living area to my home. The level of detail and commitment to quality was unsurpassed. These are Craftsmen, not contractors. It shows in every project they create. JF Homeowner”

“Matt and his team are top-notch! I did a major renovation with them taking a small 1000 sq ft rambler and added a second floor. We gutted the whole house and it has a whole new floor plan. Now just under 5000 sq ft. it is an amazing home thanks to his keen eye for design. Matt being a father himself was also very helpful in making decisions on how to make the home functional for a family. His work ethic and craftsmanship are beyond anyone else I have ever worked with. I highly recommend Sycamore DB.”

“Carnemark designed and implemented two major renovations for our home. We had used other contractors in the past, but they are the first ones we ever hired back for a second project. We are already thinking about our third with Carnemark! The first project was primarily outdoor work which was a combination of modernizing our look and fixing some water problems -- stuccoed the exterior, installed a metal roof, installed a glass and metal front door entrance and garage door, buried electric and cable wires, replaced cement driveway, installed slate and stainless steel rails at front entrance, installed new outdoor house and yard lighting and fixed a leaky basement wall. We were so pleased with this work, that we rehired them 2 years later for an interior overhaul -- new modern kitchen, reconfigured floor plan, updated bathroom, installed stainless steel railings and steps, new lighting, new air-conditioning duct work and radiators, and new large format tile flooring throughout.”

“I bought a home from Mid Atlantic about 6 months ago and I couldn't be happier. They built a quality home that suits my family perfectly. I am a local Realtor and see comparable homes often, nothing compares to the home I purchased. The best part about it is that if something needed adjustment or repair, Mid Atlantic was on top of it right away to make sure everything was working properly and that we were happy. Well done Mid Atlantic.”

“Working with Workshop11 to build our dream home was a dream come true! Never having done a project of this scale and after hearing horror stories from people who used architects to design houses they couldn't afford to build, we were nervous about such a massive undertaking. Stephen worked collaboratively with us to make sure we designed a home that was modern and also practical for our family. He worked within our project budget, and always came up with creative ways to design something or build something that went beyond our expectations. We quickly learned to trust Stephen and his crew implicitly. And, despite his laid-back demeanor, Stephen is a closet-perfectionist that thinks carefully about how things look and function, and made sure everything was well-designed and well-built. Given Workshop11's ability to do metal design in addition to home design/build, everything in our home is custom and beautiful. After living in the house for almost two years, we still can't believe we get to live in this amazing modern home!”

“Our relationship with Cahill Design Build dates back over 20 years with Mr. Cahill's original company Botanical Decorators, Inc.. Based on the excellent exterior work performed by that company through the years with two different properties,, when we decided to undertake significant interior renovations in the home we purchased a few years ago, Cahill Design Build was the logical choice. Cahill Design Build has lived up to every expectation we had and then some! Mr. Cahill, along with his lead Interior Designer, Kerry Ann Rodriguez worked with us to design and build our dream kitchen in early 2015. Later that year, as a result of their quality service and craftsmanship, they completed a small spa-type bathroom in our basement gym area that includes a steam shower and custom fit sauna. We are currently working with them on a design to renovate our master and guest bathrooms, and walk in closet. Their in-house custom cabinetry manufacturing is of the highest quality; this ability to customize as requested makes the renovations very personal and allows so many choices when deciding which options are most important to the homeowner. The renovations for both projects were completed on budget and on time, and any adjustments to the original design that resulted because we wanted to make changes were discussed so the change orders were very accurate from a cost perspective. We have found their direct hire work crews to be skilled and trustworthy. With regards to customer interaction, both Mr Cahill and Ms. Rodriquez are the real deal when it comes to their professional skill levels, their creativity, and their ability to really listen to what the homeowner desires. They then turn those ideas into a breathtaking (and we do not use that term lightly) design, that in turn become spectacular room(s). Their attention to detail in their designs - whether it be color schemes, material choices, room functionality, quality appliances, or decor suggestions- is most impressive. Ms Rodriquez, who, as the Interior Designer is the person we most often interact with, is very impressive and very approachable. She is easy to converse with, and is conscientious in overseeing all aspects of the design, product ordering and actual construction. She and Mr Cahill help the homeowners look at multiple possibilities when designing a room and offer excellent suggestions. Also, it is obvious when seeing Ms. Rodriquez, Mr, Cahill and the foreman we have come to depend on, interact regularly on our projects , that they respect one another and enjoy working together, thus forming a well-functioning team who provides excellent service to the homeowner. The subcontractors and suppliers they use for specialized portions of the projects are also well vetted and are selected only because they are highly skilled and provide only the highest quality finished product. Many have had long relationships with Cahill Design. We always appreciate how responsive Mr Cahill and especially Ms Rodriquez are to our queries, questions and/ or concerns at every stage of the overall design/renovation process. The service is very personalized, and they often go above and beyond for their customers. We have both referred Cahill Designs to others, and have willingly provided references when contacted by other potential customers. An added bonus in hiring Cahill Design Build is that through their second company, Botanical Decorators, Inc., the exterior of the property can be designed/developed as beautifully as the interior of the property, with all the above mentioned excellent professional design and project management capabilities.”

“Sustainable Design just finished a 3 story addition/renovation of our home. We went from a small, dark, 3 bedroom colonial to an open, light-filled, modern home. They blended the traditional and contemporary themes seamlessly, and the quality of work was outstanding. Both the architects and the building team were fabulous to work with- I give them the highest recommendation, and would work with them again.”

“We hired Timberlake to do an extensive renovation of our home in 2009. They were a pleasure to work with during every step of the process. Dave Lunden was honest, very reliable and extremely organized. The project was finished on time and on budget. It progressed exactly as he said that it would with no hidden costs or delays. The Project Manager and all of the subcontractors were a pleasure to deal with on a daily basis. They shared in our enthusiasm, were polite, highly skilled, hard working and responsive. I have spoken with several people who have had extensive renovations done to their home and frequently it was a stressful and unpleasant experience for them. I can honestly say that our experience with Timberlake was the opposite. Since the renovation I have contacted them several times for questions about materials or warranties and they have always responded to my requests immediately. If we were ever to renovate another home we would definitely use Timberlake.”

“Highest Quality work completed on time and on budget. The team were fantastic from design to completion. Attention to detail is excellent and all aspects of the work exceeded my expectation. They renovated an apartment for me and they completed the work and we remained in good standing with all the neighbors.”

“I have nothing but great things to say about Samantha Friedman! This is my first time hiring an interior designer and has been a great experience. She has a great eye for detail and has contributed some great ideas to my project. Samantha is very responsive, which is a must when you have a builder asking you to make decisions on the spot. I love that she is straight forward and direct with her opinions, yet respects my ideas and thoughts on design and style. I would highly recommend Samantha Friedman Interior Design!”