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“We met with Ileana to discuss possible renovation ideas to our 1960s house to open up the space and to re-think our upstairs bathrooms. She designed the project in a way that allowed us to consider the two pieces (upstairs and downstairs) both separately and together. We originally thought we would focus on the upstairs initially, but we were so happy with the redesigned first floor that we ended up deciding to tackle this project first. We contracted with a local company to do the work, and they have had no problems following Ileana's architectural drawings.”

“Karen at Transforming Architecture was reccoemnded by my real estate agent as she had done work on his home. At our first meeting she gave us an idea of the scope of the projects she has accomplished and the fee structure. She really listened to our ideas and concerns for our kitchen renovation. Karen presented 3 visions for our renovation, one with exactly what we asked for and then two other options. The third design presented involved moving our kitchen and creating an open floor plan. This was beyond anything we could have imagined o our own and made the best use of the space and our renovation dollars. We are currently under construction but Karen is readily available to answer questions and make edits to the design. It is a pleasure to work with her and I can't wait to see her vision come to fruition.”

“I have used Design Depictions for multiple projects. They have always been very professional and responsive. Their ideas and engineering practices have been very helpful. I look forward to my next project.”

“Scott was incredibly helpful, he explained a lot to me and gave me advice even after he knew I was not going to use him as an architect, he still took the time to make sure I was on the right track and told me things to ask the architect I was using instead to make sure my project was done right. The only reason I did not go with him was because the architect I originally got a quote from was less expensive because I was tweaking a design they had already created, versus starting from scratch. Otherwise I would have chosen Scott. He is a good person, very helpful and seems like an incredibly knowledgeable architect. I would recommend him for sure.”

“Where to begin! Melanie Hartwig-Davis is an extraordinary architect. She has worked on a number of projects for us, including our kitchen, family room/bathroom, and an extensive project where she completely transformed the outside of our house by adding lighted flagstone stairs, custom-designed wrought iron railings and an outdoor deck/entryway that provided us with much needed additional living space. The kitchen she designed for us completely exceeded our expectations. Melanie is one of those rare individuals who is able to think like an engineer and an artist at the same time. It seemed as if she immediately recognized what we needed to do with our space. This required creative interior design ideas to accommodate existing conditions. In addition to serving as our architect, she guided us in selecting colors, lighting, and stylistic features. We had a small space in which to work. She designed a kitchen that was functional, had ample cabinet and counter space, and was visually impressive. We could never have reached such a successful result without her input. One of the aspects we appreciate about Melanie is that she cares. She respects the integrity of the space, the style of the house, and the architecture of the neighborhood. She truly wants her projects to add to the livability of not only her clients but also the community. She is environmental in her choice of materials, and as a result, has impacted all of our additional household decisions. When it came time to replace the siding on our house, we went with a composite siding because we knew that is what she would recommend. We have since moved to a new house and invited Melanie over before our own family. We have a number of projects we hope to complete in the future and we would never use anyone else besides Melanie.”

“As a long-time client of Eustilus Architecture, I'm continually impressed by Eric's exceptional service and architectural expertise. Having collaborated with him on at least five rental property renovations and a significant third-floor pop-up project for our own home in DC, it's clear that Eric's skill and dedication are unparalleled. What sets Eric apart is his ability to handle projects of varying scales with the same level of detail and professionalism. From designing a cozy BBQ area to undertaking complex rental renovations and even personal home projects, Eric's versatility and creativity shine through in every task. One of the most noteworthy aspects of working with Eric is his adeptness in using modern technology. His ability to leverage these tools for design visualization not only aids in better understanding the project but also ensures that the final outcome aligns perfectly with our expectations. Beyond his technical prowess, Eric's approachability and willingness to engage at every project stage make the process enjoyable and stress-free. Whether it's following up on an ongoing project or offering insights for future endeavors, Eric is always available to provide guidance and answer any queries we might have. Having worked with numerous architectural firms over 15 years, our continuous collaboration with Eric for over five years speaks volumes about his reliability, skill, and professionalism. If you're looking for an architect who combines expertise with a client-focused approach, look no further than Eric at Eustilus Architecture.”

“Continuum was extremely helpful working with the City of DC. They have a deep knowledge of the building and zoning code and years of experience working in Washington DC. Continuum was invaluable getting our occupancy and accessibility items approved. We are already working with Dave and team on our next venture!”

“This is a review of the house design that Bill Chesshire did for me in Severna Park, Maryland. His design is unique in that it it a one story with high ceilings so the feel is great spaciousness. The master bedroom is huge with a walk-in closet that has plenty of hanging space for clothes. My main bathroom is completely functional with a walk-in shower with no step down. The floor just flows into the shower area. When guests step in the front door, they get the whole view at once, looking straight back to the huge, high kitchen windows, which also gives a person, a quick glimpse of the beautiful setup of the kitchen even before they get back to that area. I am so enjoying living here.”

“The architects at Penza Bailey designed our dream house! They took the time to listen to how we lived and what we were looking for, were sensitive to the land, and stayed within budget. We recommend them most highly!”

“I contacted Laura about helping us determine if our 105 year old row house could handle a rooftop garden. Because older homes used different building methods, often without today’s building codes as reference, there was no easy way to easily tell if this could work. Laura knew the right person to contact and brought in an expert engineer to assess the situation. Both he and Laura concluded that the roof would have to be completely rebuilt in order to start the project. This was more than we had planned. In the process, however, we were able to locate the best area to create an interior access to the roof, which it presently does not have. You can image getting the AC on the roof serviced is quite a pain. From the beginning of the project, Laura was extremely professional, patient and accommodating. She knew the right questions to ask and answered all our questions thoroughly. It was such a relief to have an experienced architect managing the project and communicating all the details throughout. Most importantly, Laura helped us make a major decision with confidence. She saved us countless of dollars, time and probably nightmares had we selected someone less knowledgeable. Although we won’t get to enjoy her state-of-the-art, architectural designs for our rooftop garden as I had envisioned, I’ll enjoy recommending her services to clients and friends. Maybe she can build one for them that we can enjoy.”