After a terrible experience with another architect, I was a bit hesitant to move forward with my…read moreproject, but I am so glad I gave David a chance. He was referred by the contractor, and I have been very pleased with his professionalism and his wealth of ideas to provide me with the maximum use of the space I have for the project. He was also a wealth of recommendations about other resources to turn to throughout the project and has interfaced seamlessly with our contractor. I would absolutely recommend his services: dependable, creative, and professional!

David was terrific - technically very skilled but also experienced with many of the non-technical…read moreaspects of getting the job done. He invested a lot of time in the beginning to really understand the goals of the project. He then brought in zoning requirements where relevant and researched any open questions to make the design truly reflect what I had in mind, and then some. He offered his own aesthetic style but also respected my tastes and in the end we came up with a terrific design that I could never have done on my own.

This guy presents himself as a guru of green architecture, but his main talent is writing invoices…read more To design a top-to-bottom remodel of my four-story house, he visited it once. He flew in a young architect from Colorado (!) to document the house, but they were both distracted by a disaster on another job (frantically redesigning at the last minute) and the drawings of my house were a mess - a door where there wasn't one, pipes and radiators missing, measurements wrong. They brought in a 'structural engineer' who jumped up and down on one part of the concrete floor like a toddler on a trampoline, pronounced it sound, and added, grinning, "I went to school for 10 years to learn how to do this." Maybe he should have studied longer, since it turned out that the floor was cracked through, and only one inch thick in parts (and underneath it was a sewer pipe that could have passed for a colander). Helicon also gave wrong information about the DC code and regulations. As for Helicon's proposed drawings for the renovation, just for one example, we would have had to walk around a bed to get out the back door. When I began to raise questions about the work, he simply refused to answer my emails and refused to go to mediation - although that's what his contract calls for in case of a dispute. When we finally parted ways, he kept all of his hefty fees and retainer, and didn't even return the books and magazines I had lent him as examples. Now, I'm glad to say, I've got a sound, beautiful renovation underway, and a great architect - who just can't believe the drawings from Helicon.

Helicon Works provided me with truly global guidance during a major whole-house renovation,…read morebringing expert attention to the practical/technical details of design and construction as well as the spiritual aspects of making a home. The result is a home that is beautiful, functional, and energy-efficient. I did not hesitate to call on them again when undertaking a second major project.

Barker Design Group did an exceptional job with our historic whole house renovation. Alex not only…read moretranslated out ideas into reality, but also suggested features and details that elevated the finished project without breaking our budget. Alex was thoughtful, thorough, prompt and accessible. And his enthusiasm for the renovation process was contagious. We could not be happier with our experience.

Alex had a great vision for what our house could become. We used him from day 1 for strategy…read morethrough the final day of execution. His detail orientation and thoughtful organization made the process a joy. We are so happy with the results thanks to him!

We had Michael Wheeler design a renovation to our house and couldn't be happier with his work and…read morethe finished results. He incorporated everything we hoped to include and did so creating a beautiful and cohesive final product. His attention to detail is incredible -- even down to specifying the precise finishes, molding, and fixtures and explaining his reasons behind those design decisions. His plans were approved with no revisions and everything passed inspections. We couldn't be happier with that renovation -- the space is a joy for our family and very comfortable for our guests. I recommend him without hesitation. When you hire Michael you are hiring a professional who will look after your interests.

Michael Wheeler, of Wheeler Architects, earns my highest recommendation. I have known Michael for…read moreover 30 years and have been involved with many of his projects. He has a lot to offer. His many years of experience in both the residential and commercial realms have contributed to his exceptional creativity in problem solving. That is what defines the best architects. As a business owner and contractor in the mechanical and electrical fields I worked on many of his projects over the years and was uniquely positioned to observe his work. When I confer with him, which is often, he never fails to impress. His knowledge of cutting edge developments in design, building science, energy conservation and the environmental concerns that impact today's building construction is unsurpassed. In order to build properly, comprehensive construction documents are required. Wheeler Architects documents are among the best I have worked with. They are always thorough, complete, clear and concise! The above provides ample reasons to consider Wheeler Architects for your next project. But for my money, you should choose his firm because he will have your best interests at heart. Okay, so I have read this over, and while it is certainly accurate it doesn't quite convey what I am really trying to express. So bear with me while I resort to allegory... As a child I watched a movie about the famous U. S. Marine musician/director/composer, John Philip Sousa. (The name of the movie is Stars and Stripes Forever, and I heartily recommend it. I enjoyed it then, and have again many times since.) In the movie Sergeant Major Sousa is seen holding an audition for his prospective musicians. As he listens to each member audition, he realizes that they don't quite understand what he is after. He borrows the cornet from the musician currently auditioning and demonstrates exactly how he wishes it to sound. He repeats this with consecutive musicians because, you see, he knows how to play each instrument! At the end of this exercise he has not just a mere band, but an orchestra! Just as John Philip Sousa knew how the parts needed to perform to perfect the sound of the whole, so too does Michael Wheeler understand the work of the plumber, electrician, carpenter etc. in order that they can properly contribute to his vision of the completed project! So, if you want to risk your project resembling so many disjointed parts, hire just any architect who may wave his arms to direct the various workers, perhaps to no avail. However, if you want your finished project to more resemble a symphony...hire Michael Wheeler. You will be glad you did!

Peter will provide you with an aesthetic and functional design that meets high standards for energy…read moreefficiency. He will work with you to make your home more livable and reduce its impact on the environment, while staying within your budget.

Peter did a great job helping me design a home renovation project. Great, frequent communication,…read moreattention to detail, and helped me think through what I wanted. Also followed up to make sure everything was okay with approvals from the city. I would definitely go with Peter if I ever need an architect again.

We used Greg at Barnstar to design a new en suite bathroom. He was great. Very punctual and very…read moreprofessional. He was able to suggest various contractors also, and helped oversee construction while we were on vacation. I strongly recommend.

We worked with Greg of Barnstar Architects during a complete remodel of the second story of our…read moreCapitol Hill townhouse. Greg was very responsive and creative, and he helped us out on to paper the vague ideas we had about redoing our second floor. He is very familiar with all the quirks of Hill homes, and also helped us through the incredibly complex process of getting all the necessary permits. He regularly visited the job site as the project progressed at no extra charge, and gave us many mid-project tips and ideas. We were very pleased with Greg's work and can't recommend him highly enough.

I have talked to Matt about a project we have, and he showed great deal of knowledge and expertise…read more In addition, he wasted no time in explaining and talking to me about what I want in the project and guiding me to the right approach. I can see from the thinking process he showed that his projects will be well thought of. He also demonstrated familiarity with the DC permitting process and requirements. I highly recommend Ossolinski Architects as a professional and reliable architects for commercial or residential.

Ossolinski Architects did the renovation on our late 19th century home, and we are extremely happy…read morewith the end results. Matt was great to work with. He really listened and worked hard to ensure we understood exactly what he was thinking, and he took time to ask questions to make sure he understood what we were thinking. He has a great eye for design and included details to our project that really aded to the look we were going for. He had a contractor that he worked with, rather than putting the project out for bid. We were unsure of how this might affect the project, but the contractor, Stan, was knowledgeable, practical and demonstrated great integrity.

I hired Scout Motor Company many years ago for my house renovation. Thank you Rauzia and Gregory,…read morefor doing your best to make our place an amazing place that we truly love and cherish. As you always said, a home should feel like you're on vacation, and ours truly does thanks to you. Every detail was thought through. Every aspect considered. Thanks for your talent, creativity, and patience to create our dream home. More so, your grace and professionalism are seldom seen in the fast-paced lives we lead. Gregory is meticulous with his design; the drawings were extremely detailed. He stayed in constant contact during the project and kept us completely informed on all the specific issues as the project was being built. Rauzia monitored the time-line always and made sure the contractor was building the project as designed. They are very easy to talk to and became great friends. I can speak volumes on how wonderful they were. If you're thinking about hiring them, don't hesitate in the least. Truly an amazing experience.

Rauzia was the best designer for our project. After going through a bad experience with an…read morearchitect who promised me a very low price to reel me in. This led me to look for another commercial architect. I was referred to Rauzia and she was on point, professional and worth every penny. She delivers on time and all her work is approved immediately. She also goes out of her way to meet her customer needs.