The finished project came out really well. While I'm sure they would work fine under the guidance of an architect or designer, I can definitely recommend them to anyone who has a largish project and likes the flexibility of waiting to see how things look at each stage before finalizing the next steps. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/dc/washington/barratt-construction-reviews-2017547.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"JC Home Improvement,LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Stephen D."},"reviewBody":"It went amazing, better than I expected. My wife and I are both architects - professionally trained to spot mistakes in General Contractors' work - and we have only the highest praise for Jimmy and his crew. Their day to day progress was impressive, their ability to keep the rest of my house clean during construction was top notch (they provided a zippered plastic entry to the work site, and filtered all my HVAC returns, and more), and he was calm and reassuring under pressure. The craftsmanship of the final product was wonderful. Truly a great team to have done our renovation."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/dc/washington/jc-home-improvement%2Cllc-reviews-7796108.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Kitchen Saver","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"James C."},"reviewBody":"From start to finish this company was THE most respectable and professional service I have dealt with during my condo renovation. The estimate was reasonable, everybody was punctual, and the job was done impeccably. Mike was the professional that did the laminating, hardware/door installation, and some of the cabinet mounting. He was efficient, neat, and detail oriented. The guys that came before him removed the upper cabinets and mounted the new ones. This was done efficiently and professionally as well. I live in an older building that tends to have crooked walls and ceilings. You could not tell this in the final product though. I will be recommending Kitchen Savers to all clients (I am an architect) and friends alike. Thanks! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/owings-mills/kitchen-saver-reviews-394933.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"A B Chelini - United Service Specialists","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"James C."},"reviewBody":"Great company! The price was great and they were very responsive and walked me through the process along the way. When something didn?t work they didn?t waste any time researching and figuring out the best way to retrofit something into my old condo. I am a residential architect who deals with contractors and subcontractors all of the time and would highly recommend these guys to any of my clients!
"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/college-park/a-b-chelini--united-service-specialists-reviews-157441.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"OSSOLINSKI ARCHITECTS","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Leon M."},"reviewBody":"We hired Ossolinski Architects for a whole-house renovation on our 110-year-old primary home. We decided to hire an architect, as opposed to a design-build firm, because we wanted to have someone working for me who would act as much an advocate with the builder as a designer. However, in the end we most value the design services provided. The project turned out to far exceed my expectations in terms of what could be done with this house. The house is now unique, makes optimal use of space, and seamlessly respects the age of the house while also providing a modern aesthetic. From the beginning we were impressed with the principle architect's thoughtfulness as he surveyed the house, noted views from upstairs windows and immediately appreciated the possibilities for the house. He was patient as we needed to interrupt the project for about a year, and was quick to help us get back on track when we were ready to take it up again. He and his associate listened to us and incorporated our preferences but also included their perspectives as well, which resulted in an amazing finish. We also never felt as though our project was less important than any others being worked on. The project ranged from the mundane (rewiring, adding central A/C, new windows, structural repairs) to more exciting elements such as brand new kitchen, master suite, and living area. Ossolinski Architects helped with selections at every step, including paint colors and other finishes; this can be a daunting task and their experience and talents were a huge help and gave us fantastic results. Hiring Ossolinski Architects was well worth the money in terms of both added value to the house and everyday enjoyment. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/dc/washington/ossolinski-architects-reviews-336470.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Nautilus Builders Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"SE C."},"reviewBody":"I'm selling a house that had work done on it 10 years ago by another contractor but had no records of permits being obtained. Bob explained my options for getting retroactive permits, the law in DC for requirements and gave me the contact info for an architect. As far as he knew, there was little or no opportunity to make money from our conversation but he was extremely helpful and his advice turned out to be spot on. We have just bought a house and will be doing lots of work on it and we will definitely be calling Bob for future projects."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/hyattsville/nautilus-builders-inc-reviews-450150.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"AHMANN LLC Architectural Services","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Robert M."},"reviewBody":"Tom Ahmann was very professional. He gave a professional and impressive presentation from his portfolio. He displayed detailed knowledge of DC zoning, permitting and building code requirements. Offered interesting and useful comments on our ideas and new ideas of his own. He educated us about the design, permitting and construction process. Tom was readily available to meet with us, accommodated our schedule, followed up on a timely basis, and submitted his proposal quickly following the initial consultation. We noted the comment about higher pricing than other architects in another Angie's List entry. That was NOT our experience. When compared on an apples to apples basis, Tom's proposal was consistent with the other architects we considered. Ahmann's hourly rates were the same as competitors. Ahmann's scope of work included in base services was broader than competitors. When the scopes of work were made consistent, the projected cost for architectural services was about the same. We very seriously considered Ahmann Architects, but ultimately chose another architect-NOT on the basis of qualifications, but rather on the basis of taste. The other architect's qualifications were comparable(perhaps even slightly less)than Ahmann's, but the other architect's portfolio of work better mirrored our personal architectural tastes. We would strongly recommend considering Ahmann Architects for residential architectural work of the sort we are undertaking."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/university-park/ahmann-llc-architectural-services-reviews-255619.htm"},"position":10}]}
Architectural Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Annandale, VA
Last update on October 15, 2025
Guido L.
5.0
10/2022
We asked Mara and her team to strip and refinish our 100 years old decorated radiators. I have been impressed by the quality of the results. The stripping was performed perfectly, without any damage to the radiators and their precious decoration, revealing all details. I was impressed. ...
Timothy L.
5.0
03/2017
I have enjoyed working with Lofft over the past year and a half. They have a solid team that's capable of excellent work and draw upon an extensive network of sub-contractors in the DC area. Project leaders, Luis and Erick, are friendly and honest guys. Both were very responsive to...
Julian W.
5.0
02/2017
It went awesome with the floor plan! We are still working on build out right now (thanks permitting office), but Mary's work totally changed and reinvigorated our project! No wonder she is featured in so many magazines and appears on so many covers!!! I wish we started with Mary instead of...
Donald K.
5.0
04/2016
The project took about 3 months and the team was very easy to work with. We didn't have an architect and were adjusting things as we went along. They were very cool with that and offered suggestions that were helpful. The finished project came out really well. While I'm sure they would...
Stephen D.
5.0
02/2016
It went amazing, better than I expected. My wife and I are both architects - professionally trained to spot mistakes in General Contractors' work - and we have only the highest praise for Jimmy and his crew. Their day to day progress was impressive, their ability to keep the rest of my...
Great company! The price was great and they were very responsive and walked me through the process along the way. When something didn?t work they didn?t waste any time researching and figuring out the best way to retrofit something into my old condo. I am a residential architect who...
Leon M.
5.0
02/2013
We hired Ossolinski Architects for a whole-house renovation on our 110-year-old primary home. We decided to hire an architect, as opposed to a design-build firm, because we wanted to have someone working for me who would act as much an advocate with the builder as a designer. However, in...
Se C.
5.0
05/2010
I'm selling a house that had work done on it 10 years ago by another contractor but had no records of permits being obtained. Bob explained my options for getting retroactive permits, the law in DC for requirements and gave me the contact info for an architect. As far as he knew, there was...
Robert M.
5.0
02/2009
Tom Ahmann was very professional. He gave a professional and impressive presentation from his portfolio. He displayed detailed knowledge of DC zoning, permitting and building code requirements. Offered interesting and useful comments on our ideas and new ideas of his own. He educated us about...
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality interior and exterior carpentry, deckbuilding, home addition and structural services. We can also help with home repairs including painting, drywall and other smaller projects around the home. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project with which we are involved. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"If I could give this company a 6 out of 5 stars I would! They did a fantastic job overhauling my mother's deck, back patio, fencing, and front portico. All of the work was absolutely essential for safety and structural reasons, and I'm so glad I chose OSSA to do the work. My mother has Alzheimer's, which presented additional issues, but the entire crew was incredibly kind, respectful, and understanding of the unique challenges they faced. They were responsive and kept me aware of everything regarding the job along the way. My mother is so pleased, and I have the peace of mind that all of her outdoor space is safe, beautiful, and accessible. I will be hiring OSSA to do some work in my own home, as I look to make necessary improvements in the future. I've told everyone I know how how wonderful they are. 6 out of 5 stars!"
Traci L on February 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality interior and exterior carpentry, deckbuilding, home addition and structural services. We can also help with home repairs including painting, drywall and other smaller projects around the home. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project with which we are involved. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"If I could give this company a 6 out of 5 stars I would! They did a fantastic job overhauling my mother's deck, back patio, fencing, and front portico. All of the work was absolutely essential for safety and structural reasons, and I'm so glad I chose OSSA to do the work. My mother has Alzheimer's, which presented additional issues, but the entire crew was incredibly kind, respectful, and understanding of the unique challenges they faced. They were responsive and kept me aware of everything regarding the job along the way. My mother is so pleased, and I have the peace of mind that all of her outdoor space is safe, beautiful, and accessible. I will be hiring OSSA to do some work in my own home, as I look to make necessary improvements in the future. I've told everyone I know how how wonderful they are. 6 out of 5 stars!"
DMV Kitchen and Bath Inc is a family owned and operated Full Service General Contractor specializing in Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling and Design/Build Services. We ensure a high quality finished product with flexible and attentive service at a competitive price. We pride ourselves on having the ability to make our clients visions come to life with great design ideas and execution. Showrooms: Chantilly, (VA) (703) 657-0997 and Gaithersburg, (MD)
"DMV has been excellent in kitchen and bath remodeling. They did a wonderful job renovating our two baths and kitchen in 2014. Their customer care and pricing is commendable. More recently in 2024 we had more remodeling tasks done by DMV under excellent supervision of Jordi. Even now when we need some minor improvements needed Jordi is very helpful to find time to get it done. We strongly recommend DMV for kitchen and bath remodeling .They are excellent under the management of Javier, and exceptional onsite supervision by Jordi!"
Nat M on October 2025
DMV Kitchen and Bath Inc is a family owned and operated Full Service General Contractor specializing in Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling and Design/Build Services. We ensure a high quality finished product with flexible and attentive service at a competitive price. We pride ourselves on having the ability to make our clients visions come to life with great design ideas and execution. Showrooms: Chantilly, (VA) (703) 657-0997 and Gaithersburg, (MD)
"DMV has been excellent in kitchen and bath remodeling. They did a wonderful job renovating our two baths and kitchen in 2014. Their customer care and pricing is commendable. More recently in 2024 we had more remodeling tasks done by DMV under excellent supervision of Jordi. Even now when we need some minor improvements needed Jordi is very helpful to find time to get it done. We strongly recommend DMV for kitchen and bath remodeling .They are excellent under the management of Javier, and exceptional onsite supervision by Jordi!"
Whether you want to remodel your existing home or build a brand new one, Thomas Custom Builders can help. Our 70+ years of combined experience as Northern Virginia general contractors and our commitment to quality ensures your custom construction or design-build project will be a success. Be it a master suite, custom kitchen or home addition, we dig deep to learn what’s making you spend your time and resources on this particular project. We honestly discuss the costs associated with your goals, then we deliver what we do best: excellence in custom remodeling. The only thing that counts is finishing your job exactly the way you want it. No compromise.
"In short, things went GREAT, and I can whole-heartedly recommend Thomas Custom Builders (TCB), which is a "design-build" firm. Here's how things went: Firstly, expect that they have a backlog, and it may take a while to get to your project - probably because their reputation proceeds them. It took nearly 9 months between when we started with them on scoping our our project to when we broke ground, however we ended up with a design that worked. Through that phase, we worked with TCB on what goals we wanted to achieve, and what our budget was, and they designed to achieve as much of our goals within our budget. During construction, TCB promised to have a foreman who spoke fluent English on-site every day, and they delivered on that. This stood in pretty stark contrast with some of my previous contracting experiences, where the project could languish without seeing anyone come to the site. With TCB, the project always moved forward - sometimes it moved rapidly, with multiple trades on-site - sometimes it moved moderately, with the foreman and a couple helpers - and sometimes it was just the foreman handling things himself - but it always moved. TCB also is the kind of company that won't nickle and dime you. If something small is missed in the project scope that is needed to really complete the project, they'll do it. Don't expect them to shell out thousands of dollars in that respect - that would be a change order (which I had one) - but at the end of the day, I very much got the impression that they really took pride in their work and wanted me to be happy with the end result, which I am. TCB estimated the job would take between 3 to 4.5 months, and they completed in 4 months. I had one change order to connect my concrete/flagstone walkway to my stairs, which we had missed in the scope and was too big of a cost for TCB to absorb ($2.5k), however that was the only overage, so all in all we stayed on-budget. Things that we got done in the project: - Bumped out front to add walk-in closet and much bigger master bath to master bedroom. - Reconfigured entryway with a foyer/mudroom and semi-open staircase to attic. - insulated attic. It's still unfinished, but much better for storage. - new roof w/ 30 year shingles - widened dining - family room entry to be open concept. - re-did fireplace wall with built-ins, stone tile, gas insert - new paint for most of first floor - refinished all hardwood. One thing that we did to help out is that we completely moved out of the first floor as well as most of the attic stuff into a POD. TCB will readily tell you that they aren't professional movers, so go ahead and hire a professional moving firm to do that for you to clear the way for TCB to do their work. We used 2 men and a truck and were very happy with them."
Jeffrey L on February 2019
Whether you want to remodel your existing home or build a brand new one, Thomas Custom Builders can help. Our 70+ years of combined experience as Northern Virginia general contractors and our commitment to quality ensures your custom construction or design-build project will be a success. Be it a master suite, custom kitchen or home addition, we dig deep to learn what’s making you spend your time and resources on this particular project. We honestly discuss the costs associated with your goals, then we deliver what we do best: excellence in custom remodeling. The only thing that counts is finishing your job exactly the way you want it. No compromise.
"In short, things went GREAT, and I can whole-heartedly recommend Thomas Custom Builders (TCB), which is a "design-build" firm. Here's how things went: Firstly, expect that they have a backlog, and it may take a while to get to your project - probably because their reputation proceeds them. It took nearly 9 months between when we started with them on scoping our our project to when we broke ground, however we ended up with a design that worked. Through that phase, we worked with TCB on what goals we wanted to achieve, and what our budget was, and they designed to achieve as much of our goals within our budget. During construction, TCB promised to have a foreman who spoke fluent English on-site every day, and they delivered on that. This stood in pretty stark contrast with some of my previous contracting experiences, where the project could languish without seeing anyone come to the site. With TCB, the project always moved forward - sometimes it moved rapidly, with multiple trades on-site - sometimes it moved moderately, with the foreman and a couple helpers - and sometimes it was just the foreman handling things himself - but it always moved. TCB also is the kind of company that won't nickle and dime you. If something small is missed in the project scope that is needed to really complete the project, they'll do it. Don't expect them to shell out thousands of dollars in that respect - that would be a change order (which I had one) - but at the end of the day, I very much got the impression that they really took pride in their work and wanted me to be happy with the end result, which I am. TCB estimated the job would take between 3 to 4.5 months, and they completed in 4 months. I had one change order to connect my concrete/flagstone walkway to my stairs, which we had missed in the scope and was too big of a cost for TCB to absorb ($2.5k), however that was the only overage, so all in all we stayed on-budget. Things that we got done in the project: - Bumped out front to add walk-in closet and much bigger master bath to master bedroom. - Reconfigured entryway with a foyer/mudroom and semi-open staircase to attic. - insulated attic. It's still unfinished, but much better for storage. - new roof w/ 30 year shingles - widened dining - family room entry to be open concept. - re-did fireplace wall with built-ins, stone tile, gas insert - new paint for most of first floor - refinished all hardwood. One thing that we did to help out is that we completely moved out of the first floor as well as most of the attic stuff into a POD. TCB will readily tell you that they aren't professional movers, so go ahead and hire a professional moving firm to do that for you to clear the way for TCB to do their work. We used 2 men and a truck and were very happy with them."
Prime Custom Kitchen and Bath has been transforming Northern Virginia homes with exceptional remodeling services, offering complimentary in-house design and architectural expertise. From stunning kitchen and bathroom renovations to comprehensive basement remodeling and home additions, we handle every aspect of home improvement with meticulous attention to detail. Our dedicated team works closely with each homeowner, providing personalized design consultations and transparent communication throughout the entire renovation process. With our skilled craftsmen, certified designers, and experienced project managers, we deliver sophisticated, high-quality renovations that enhance both the beauty and value of your home.
"We just had the original kitchen in our 1968 house gutted and renewed by Vienna Prime Custom Kitchen & Bath (Prime Custom). BLUF: We highly recommend you consider them in your due diligence efforts to find a reliable & quality K&B contractor. Good internet reviews were a significant factor in selecting potential bidders for the refurbishment of our kitchen and two full bathrooms; that’s why we are submitting this robust positive feedback. In fact we are putting our money where our mouth is by awarding the refurbishment of our two main bathrooms to Prime Custom. These two combined projects are more costly than the kitchen was. Our procurement strategy was to hold back the bathrooms until they proved themselves with the kitchen. They came through in spades. Our kitchen journey from planning, contracting, detailed design, execution and final delivery was by no means a cakewalk but Prime Custom was an outstanding partner and delivered a quality product. We trust them! Believe me, we were a bigger “PitA” than any customer under the sun but Prime Custom Prime was collectively patient, understanding, informative and most importantly tolerant of their sometimes-antsy interior design challenged clueless customer. Their team, including an involved owner, consisted of Filiz the designer (PC Vienna), Nick the PM (PC Arlington), and several company employed skilled tradesmen in all disciplines, including the après project cleaning crew that were “the Best”. Even with a professional and organized contractor team doing quality work, the vagaries of ripping out and replacing a kitchen is a taxing psychological rollercoaster. Despite a detailed Statement of Work (SoW), there were lots of moving parts with so many big and small decisions throughout the project. Prime Custom did a masterful job “herding cats”. The project was 95% complete in three weeks and we were able to reclaim our new beautifulyl retooled kitchen by the middle of the fourth week. We did our homework. We developed three pages of bulletized line items, one for each room in our SoW. After interviewing a dozen K&B contractors including onsite visits and receiving half a dozen bids on our very comprehensive SoW, we culled the list down to three potential providers. Prime Custom matched the low bid for the kitchen with one contractor and the two bathrooms of another. We decided to go with Prime Custom with the hope of their doing all three rooms after they proved their worth on the kitchen. Our strategy has worked so far. We will update our review after Prime Custom completes the two bathrooms. It pays to be anal in working on home improvement project contracting, no matter how painful."
Roy R on July 2025
Prime Custom Kitchen and Bath has been transforming Northern Virginia homes with exceptional remodeling services, offering complimentary in-house design and architectural expertise. From stunning kitchen and bathroom renovations to comprehensive basement remodeling and home additions, we handle every aspect of home improvement with meticulous attention to detail. Our dedicated team works closely with each homeowner, providing personalized design consultations and transparent communication throughout the entire renovation process. With our skilled craftsmen, certified designers, and experienced project managers, we deliver sophisticated, high-quality renovations that enhance both the beauty and value of your home.
"We just had the original kitchen in our 1968 house gutted and renewed by Vienna Prime Custom Kitchen & Bath (Prime Custom). BLUF: We highly recommend you consider them in your due diligence efforts to find a reliable & quality K&B contractor. Good internet reviews were a significant factor in selecting potential bidders for the refurbishment of our kitchen and two full bathrooms; that’s why we are submitting this robust positive feedback. In fact we are putting our money where our mouth is by awarding the refurbishment of our two main bathrooms to Prime Custom. These two combined projects are more costly than the kitchen was. Our procurement strategy was to hold back the bathrooms until they proved themselves with the kitchen. They came through in spades. Our kitchen journey from planning, contracting, detailed design, execution and final delivery was by no means a cakewalk but Prime Custom was an outstanding partner and delivered a quality product. We trust them! Believe me, we were a bigger “PitA” than any customer under the sun but Prime Custom Prime was collectively patient, understanding, informative and most importantly tolerant of their sometimes-antsy interior design challenged clueless customer. Their team, including an involved owner, consisted of Filiz the designer (PC Vienna), Nick the PM (PC Arlington), and several company employed skilled tradesmen in all disciplines, including the après project cleaning crew that were “the Best”. Even with a professional and organized contractor team doing quality work, the vagaries of ripping out and replacing a kitchen is a taxing psychological rollercoaster. Despite a detailed Statement of Work (SoW), there were lots of moving parts with so many big and small decisions throughout the project. Prime Custom did a masterful job “herding cats”. The project was 95% complete in three weeks and we were able to reclaim our new beautifulyl retooled kitchen by the middle of the fourth week. We did our homework. We developed three pages of bulletized line items, one for each room in our SoW. After interviewing a dozen K&B contractors including onsite visits and receiving half a dozen bids on our very comprehensive SoW, we culled the list down to three potential providers. Prime Custom matched the low bid for the kitchen with one contractor and the two bathrooms of another. We decided to go with Prime Custom with the hope of their doing all three rooms after they proved their worth on the kitchen. Our strategy has worked so far. We will update our review after Prime Custom completes the two bathrooms. It pays to be anal in working on home improvement project contracting, no matter how painful."
We specialize in full home remodeling, garage building, interior and exterior painting, roofing and everything in-between, we specialize in working with insurance claims to make sure you're covered. As an award-winning company, we deliver high-quality work tailored to your needs and budget. Communication is our priority—contact us today for a free estimate!
"The crew are very friendly and easy to communicate, they did a good job, very nice and clean. Overall i am satisfied with the result."
Helen C on September 2025
We specialize in full home remodeling, garage building, interior and exterior painting, roofing and everything in-between, we specialize in working with insurance claims to make sure you're covered. As an award-winning company, we deliver high-quality work tailored to your needs and budget. Communication is our priority—contact us today for a free estimate!
"The crew are very friendly and easy to communicate, they did a good job, very nice and clean. Overall i am satisfied with the result."
Opulent Interiors Design provides a wide variety of interior design and refurbishing services. If you need help with your residential or commercial projects, turn to us. Our team has more than 45 years of experience in the industry. Please visit our website for more information: https://www.opulent-interiorsdesign.com/
"The upholstery work completed by Mr. Brathwaite and his team was beautiful and professionally completed. He has an eye for accent pieces and suggested some lumbar support pillows for my chairs, done in a complimentary fabric, which are not only pretty but very comfortable. Excellent outcome!"
Lorraine B on March 2025
Opulent Interiors Design provides a wide variety of interior design and refurbishing services. If you need help with your residential or commercial projects, turn to us. Our team has more than 45 years of experience in the industry. Please visit our website for more information: https://www.opulent-interiorsdesign.com/
"The upholstery work completed by Mr. Brathwaite and his team was beautiful and professionally completed. He has an eye for accent pieces and suggested some lumbar support pillows for my chairs, done in a complimentary fabric, which are not only pretty but very comfortable. Excellent outcome!"
BST Design and Build specializes in unique, high-quality kitchen and bathroom remodeling, as well as other home improvements such as basement finishing, home additions, and comprehensive renovation projects. We are not an only an experienced general contractor but also cabinet, countertop and flooring store and we provide complete remodeling&renovation service to our customers from initial planning to final installation. As BST Design and Build, we provide quality cabinets, cutting-edge designs, unrivaled prices, outstanding customer service, and a stress-free construction process to our customers. With a combination of a charming showroom atmosphere and our expertise in construction, our pledge is to establish lasting relationships with our customers by exceeding their expectations and gaining their trust through exceptional service & performance by every member of the design and construction team.
"We had a great experience with BST Design & Build. The project was scoped out, started on time and took about 5 weeks which was in the estimated 4-6 week schedule. During the project, questions were answered and the onsite team was very responsive to our wishes, even being creative to ensure our needs were addressed. We couldn’t have been happier with the onsite project lead, Abi. The site was keep clean each day and the end result looks great!"
Callie E on March 2024
BST Design and Build specializes in unique, high-quality kitchen and bathroom remodeling, as well as other home improvements such as basement finishing, home additions, and comprehensive renovation projects. We are not an only an experienced general contractor but also cabinet, countertop and flooring store and we provide complete remodeling&renovation service to our customers from initial planning to final installation. As BST Design and Build, we provide quality cabinets, cutting-edge designs, unrivaled prices, outstanding customer service, and a stress-free construction process to our customers. With a combination of a charming showroom atmosphere and our expertise in construction, our pledge is to establish lasting relationships with our customers by exceeding their expectations and gaining their trust through exceptional service & performance by every member of the design and construction team.
"We had a great experience with BST Design & Build. The project was scoped out, started on time and took about 5 weeks which was in the estimated 4-6 week schedule. During the project, questions were answered and the onsite team was very responsive to our wishes, even being creative to ensure our needs were addressed. We couldn’t have been happier with the onsite project lead, Abi. The site was keep clean each day and the end result looks great!"
Electric company established in 2016. Family owned. Commercial and residential electrical repairs & new installations. Renovations & additions. Main panel upgrades, low voltage lighting installations, car charging stations, and lot more. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They were great—came out same day, reasonable price, and they were very nice and easy to work with. Will def use again for any electrical needs."
Ellie F on August 2025
Electric company established in 2016. Family owned. Commercial and residential electrical repairs & new installations. Renovations & additions. Main panel upgrades, low voltage lighting installations, car charging stations, and lot more. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They were great—came out same day, reasonable price, and they were very nice and easy to work with. Will def use again for any electrical needs."
ICA Contractors Inc. – Family-Run Remodeling Experts You Can Trust ICA Contractors Inc. is a second-generation commercial and residential remodeling company based in Fredericksburg, VA. We are committed to delivering every project safely, on time, and on budget, with a focus on quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our comprehensive services include additions and building projects from ground up to finish, deck and porch construction, patios, drywall, painting, basement remodeling, kitchen and bath renovations, drapery fixture installation, acoustical ceiling and panel installation, carpentry, flooring, and much more. We work closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences, ensuring personalized results that exceed expectations. At ICA Contractors Inc., we believe in clear communication and a hands-on approach to keep your home or business in top condition year-round. Contact us today to schedule a free estimate and experience the difference of working with a dedicated, family-run team.
"I recently had my bathroom remodeled, could not be happier with the work! The team made my vision come to life and were efficient, professional and paid attention to detail. Highly recommend their services for anyone looking to upgrade their bathroom!"
Ashley S on August 2025
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FAQs for architectural service projects in Annandale, VA
While you might think that architects only draw blueprints for buildings, they are much more involved in the overall construction process than you might realize. While they aren’t the ones swinging the hammers, architects do the following:
Communicate with the homeowner on the project request, including assistance when exact plans aren’t known
Develop computer-aided models and blueprints of the requested design
Ensure that the design incorporates form, function, and safety features
Provide the contractor with the agreed-upon design
Supervise the general contractor and any subcontractors throughout the project
Communicate any needed changes to the project with the homeowner and draw new plans accordingly
Before settling on and hiring an architect, it’s beneficial to you as a homeowner to ask some questions to familiarize yourself with their work. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend time and resources on a professional that doesn’t specialize in exactly what you want in a house. Some questions to ask your architect include:
How do you charge for services? Is it on an hourly basis, based on square footage, or based on project size?
How do we work together to stay on budget for this project?
Do you anticipate any future challenges with this project? How are these communicated?
What is your project management style? If you are not handling the day-to-day details, who is my point of contact?
Can I see previous similar projects that you’ve completed?
Do you have any specialty experience, like working on historic homes or using sustainable building materials?
The average cost to hire an architect for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200.
The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour.
After you’ve spoken with your contractor and agreed on a project, they’ll draw up blueprints, or plans, that the construction crew will use. The blueprint process can take between four and six months to complete. While this can seem like a long time, remember that the architect must communicate with your municipality to determine codes, communicate with you as the homeowner with any changes or adjustments, and coordinate with the construction crew.
If you simply remodel your home or add an addition, the time to draw up the plans will be shorter since fewer permits and surveys are required. Even still, it’s best to plan for a few months for the architect to complete this part of the project.
Knowing if you need an architect for your project can be tricky, especially if you've never worked with one before. In general, small remodeling projects like replacing fixtures typically don't require the expertise of an architect. However, larger projects, like moving walls or adding an addition to your home, should include an architect to ensure the project is structurally sound.
The Annandale, VA homeowners’ guide to architectural services
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