Dean was very kind and helpful in providing us an estimate for a major remodel project we were undertaking. We received quotes from a number of contractors and he was the most reasonable and level headed of them all. Although we went a different route ultimately, it had nothing to do with Dean's capabilities. I would recommend him to anyone who needed a contractor. read more

We hired Dean with Authentic Designs in January 2018. We parted ways in July 2018 having made little progress. In the 5 months we worked with Authentic Designs the as-build measurements were taken, a survey of our property done and a rendering of a master bedroom remodel presented. In June, after seeing the plan for the new master bedroom we asked Dean what he thought the cost of the project to be. When he didn't answer we asked again this time looking for a range to give us any type of idea on cost. He replied it was a "moving target". Let's face it, if this is your line of work, and you've supposedly been studying a house for months and months you know what the ballpark figures are on the plan you've presented. We were upfront with our budget from the get-go and what we hoped to accomplish with that (needed a new roof, remodel the master bedroom, tweak the kitchen a little, make downstairs more indoor/outdoorsy). I'd easily speculate the proposed plan for the master bedroom probably took up the majority of the budget but we'll never know for sure as he never gave us a figure ...or even easier, a range. There was not a lot of transparency. While Dean is very affable he struggled to keep us abreast on what was or was not happening on our project. We constantly had to reach out to him to see if anything was happening at all. As you can tell from the timeline of our relationship, very little happened in 5 months. I'd say there was very poor management of expectations too. Prior to signing the contract with him, Dean made it seem most of what we wanted to do was possible based on our budget. 5 months in we were only seeing a plan that covered part of what we wanted to do and who knows how much it would have cost. In the end we kissed off our initial deposit and ended up disappointed we had wasted so much time with someone who clearly had us at the bottom of his priority list with a plan for a master bedroom that was probably way out of our reach. read more

I've been working with Dean and his team in a variety of facets for about seven years now and I can say without hesitation his expertise is unparalleled. It's hard to find quality craftsmen who really take pride in their work and Dean is exceptional in his attention to detail and exceeds expectations. Highly recommended. read more

Wanted to remodel my kitchen, dean met with me and put my mind at ease as it's never to do a large remodel. After several meetings we signed all necessary paperwork. As far as the work..... absolutely perfect. Deans team came in and executed the plans to perfection. Incredible communication and execution. Thank you Authentic Designs you will be my go to for all my remodel needs. read more

Courteous, efficient and on time! I hired Dean Jones' team at Authentic Design & Remodel to do projects around my home and was so pleased with the results that I recommended them to several clients. They do not disappoint. read more

I have been working with Authentic Design & Remodeling for years and they always do a perfect job. My wife and I are very happy working with this company and trust them 100 percent to work on my home. read more

Dean and I were good friends prior to working together on now two remodels (and we are still good friends, just so we get that out of the way). Eight years ago, a townhouse I owned needed a refresh. I had an idea on what I wanted, but Dean had a vision for a more comprehensive upgrade that included cabinetry replace & reface in all but the kitchen (which had already been completed). Dean assembled a strong and capable team and pulled everything off on schedule, with a very keen eye for detail quality. It was, at that time, the "wow of the neighborhood". In September 2016, I bought a home in Carlsbad, and after speaking with several GC's and specialists, I hired ADR/Dean to manage the more complex elements of a remodel, including plumbing and electrical, framing and drywall, and the creation of an Island. The Dean team did a great job...again attentive to detail, agile, and responsive to emerging situations and changes that are the nature of a remodel project. Very pleased with the outcome. Robin and Ryan are top notch guys that were truly enjoyable to be around. If you have a high standard of quality (look/touch) that requires a compatible remodel partner, I encourage you to call Dean. read more

Dean and Erika are both great to work with. They are professional, courteous and easy to get along with. Going into any project always creates a lot of unknowns, so it's always a relief to know you have good people on your side, who are going to work hard to keep deadlines, to keep costs reasonable and to produce quality work they will stand behind. read more

I Highly recommend this company! Very Professional with exceptional quality and knowledge.

I hired Authentic Designs and Remodeling to do a different kind of job than the norm. We needed to cut a 200 foot run in a driveway to upgrade the electrical on a high end home and make it look like it never even happened. Authentic Designs and Remodeling replaced a fire damaged kitchen and an endless list of renovations. They literally had about 50 items on the interior and exterior that needed to be done. They met my time line and their attention to detail and knowledge about what to expect and how to get it done was exceptional. The owner, Dean and his super, Ryan are quite the duo. I would hire these guys every time. They made my life a lot easier. read more

We have recommended Authentic Designs, Inc. to several of our clients, and they have exceeded our expectations every time.

Dean and his team have done several jobs for us and each has been completed beyond expectation. They have built a custom closet, entertainment center, put in new hardwood flooring and built a backyard tiled patio. Dean promises a lot and always delivers. His team shows up on time. They are neat and very courteous. All of our projects have been completed on time and on budget. Highest recommendation! Thanks Dean!! read more

Dean was recommended to me for a bathroom remodel by a cabinet refinishing specialist, who has done excellent work for me on several occasions. He has seen many examples of Dean's work, first hand, and he knows quality when he sees it. He was unhesitating in recommending Authentic Designs. Although I ultimately chose to go in another direction, I can attest that Dean is very responsive, easy to work with, and offers valuable design insights. read more

I had an amazing experience with Authentic Designs & Remodeling, and with their CEO Dean Jones! I cracked the hatch to an antique desk, and not only did Dean drive out to my house to pick up the piece, but he and his team repaired it beautifully. He drove back to my home to reinstall the piece, and the overall experience was extremely professional, friendly, and of high quality. I highly recommend Dean Jones and Authentic Designs & Remodeling! read more

Completely proffesional & meticulous work. I would highly recommend them.

Dean's expertise extends much beyond that of just contracting. During the remodeling of my commercial retail store, Dean provided great interior design suggestions, was prompt, finished work on time, and went above and beyond to provide advice throughout the remodeling process. He knows of the best places around with quality products at great prices. He also has a deep supporting team including interior designers and contractors. I was able to work with Ryan and highly recommend his work. Both Dean and Ryan are knowledgeable, experienced, professional, and just all around good guys. I would definitely recommend and use again! read more