I recently needed measurements for my kitchen remodel and called on Michael. I couldn't be happier…read morewith the result, a very detailed kitchen plan, showing the measurements and position of countertops, appliances, sink and storage. This plan will help me determine the materials I need to purchase and how much I need. Michael was quick and efficient. Would highly recommend.

Michael is great resource for our commercial real estate company. He responded to our request for…read morespace plan drawing within minutes and scheduled our appointment in a timely manner. He was very communicative and provided high quality PDF and CAD drawings of a commercial building that we have listed. We highly recommend him and would love to work with him again. Michael is a true professional who takes pride in his work.

In 2010, as I was approaching sixty years of age, I found an amazing old (and run-down) homestead…read moresite near the southern tip of Puget Sound, and began imagining a house and studio. I've been a designer and fabricator of furniture and sculpture for over forty-five years, so it wasn't difficult to start developing ideas. As I dreamed I began looking around for assistance with the process, and found Artisans Group. I didn't go to Artisans Group looking for an industry-leading eco-home. I came because I saw a couple of their projects and loved the clean modern style Tessa Smith and Randy Foster were putting together. They were realizing designs that seemed to me to be far beyond what other design/build groups were creating. Architecture has been a fascination most of my life, and what I saw in the lines and volumes Tessa was producing was a natural feel for proportions, for minimal and unique details, for the flow of life patterns in a home, and particularly for the play of light, natural and artificial, as it enhances and defines spaces and the experience of living. With Tessa and Artisans I got all of that plus a great experience of collaboration in design, and a house that always surprises me--because it is somehow more "me" than I would have designed by myself. It's a "world house," designed with details and technological solutions that are distinctly European and soundly ecological in a way that just makes sense. The house stays at comfortable temperatures with the air always fresh while using a tenth of the energy of my last house. The biggest surprise was when I moved in and found the experience to be more physically comfortable than I would have--or could have--imagined. The house seems to have its own body temperature, and wears like a glove. The Jewel Box (as we nick-named it during the design process) was designed to be a home and gallery. It has become a museum of my life's work and remains so comfortable and inspiring that I stay home wondering why I would want to be anywhere else. Artisans did it right, and I moved in a month before that sixtieth birthday. Over eight years later I'm still daily grateful that I get to live here. I love this place. -Don Freas (donfreas.com)

After a year of house hunting in the Olympia area to no avail, I reached out to Artisans Group to…read moredesign a home for my family. I ended up finding a not-so-perfect home in the perfect neighborhood and knew I wanted Artisans Group to help with the remodel. This proved to be the best decision I could have made. Throughout the process I always had my expectations met and exceeded, as the team at AG proved to be attentive, genuine, and innovative in their approach to the design of our home. I liked this company so much that after our home was completed, I went to work for them as a designer. Can't say enough good things about Artisans Group, as a client and designer, working with a team that is as passionate about their craft as Artisans Group makes all the difference.

We are pretty close to maxing out the space in our home and are trying to look at all the…read morepossibilities because we really do love our home, but it's now just too small. I did a search for architects in Olympia, called Linda and left a message, she texted me back within just a few minutes and we set an appointment for a call. She was friendly, asked me a lot of great questions, and gave me a ton of information and food for thought. I'm not sure which direction we will go just yet, but Linda is on my short list if we decide to expand our current space!

From the owner: Listening to clients and helping them create their living spaces is something I love to do and am…read moregreat at - whether it is remodeling or adding to an existing home or designing a new custom home. I am passionate about making homes beautiful, comfortable, healthy, and energy efficient through quality design work and excellent service.

We have been using Cornerstone Home Designs for nearly all of our remodel and new construction…read moreprojects. Our experience has been great and we really enjoy working with Jared!! Bergman Contracting

From the owner: Introducing Elevation Home Designs – Your Premier Home Design Partner in Pierce County!…read more We are a family-owned and operated firm that specializes in bringing your dream home to life. Nestled in the heart of Western Washington's picturesque Pierce County, we've dedicated ourselves to crafting exceptional residential new construction, remodels, and additions. Our Passion: At Elevation Home Designs, we're not just drafters and engineers; we're your partners in turning your vision into reality. Whether you're envisioning a cozy remodel or a breathtaking new construction, our passion is to transform your ideas into meticulously designed spaces that perfectly suit your lifestyle. Services: Architectural Design: Our team of expert designers will work with you to create a design that reflects your unique style and preferences. From contemporary elegance to rustic charm, we cater to all tastes. Structural Engineering: With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to structural integrity, our engineers provide the solid foundation your dream home deserves. Feasibility and Permit Coordination: We navigate the complexities of permits and regulations, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey from concept approval. Why Us: Personalized Service: As a family-owned business, we prioritize the personal connection with our clients, understanding that every project is unique. Your dream is our mission. Discover the difference a small, family-owned business can make in your home design journey.

Jason and Adin were a pleasure to work with. As a CPA I'm very detail oriented and have very high…read moreexpectations. The project was a complete demolition and rebuild. Considering it was in the middle of the pandemic it was completed very fast. About 6 to 7 months start to finish. Costs are always hard to manage on a project like this given so many unknowns, etc. It's impossible to nail down exact costs up front, but they did a good job of providing estimates. Adin sent monthly costs updates and met with me to discuss questions. Jason and Adin were creative in coming up with a couple design solutions to issues as they came up. The end product was a showpiece house that we're very pleased with.

From start to end this company was incompetent and extremely unprofessional. I paid $15,000 for…read morelandscape design and installation. A dollar amount they said was pretty small for them so my job took on the feel of being more of an annoyance to everyone at the company. We start the prop with the designer showing up with no tape measure! This should have been a clue! Problems with incorrect sizes and material requirements rained supreme during this nightmare. Deposits were paid in September for an April start date, only to find out one day one of the project there would be delays because the required materials were not ordered. Oh by the way if they say you need 20 plants or 16 pavers and they only use 5 of each, they keep the rest. It's in the contract! Oh did I mention that if they stated you need 15 plants and you need 20 they will sell you the other 5 from inventory left over from other jobs! Yes, paid twice for the same plant! By the way, the plants they bring only have a warranty if you buy their installed sprinkler system for an additional cost. On and on and on it went! In the end I gave up, tired of fighting for what should have been common sense! Stay away from this company!!

The pond service I requested was diligently completed with quality work. Their pond expert, John,…read moretreated my water features as if it was his own. He takes pride in his work. They're not cheap though, guess you have to pay for perfection.