I got about five bids for my whole-house remodel, and Creative Innovation Developers stood out for…read moretheir great communication and solid references. Their pricing was comparable to others, but the ability to visit their in-progress projects gave me confidence. I'm very very particular, and while no remodel is perfect, Creative worked to bring my vision to life. My advice: plan everything in detail beforehand--or hire a designer. To save costs, I handled all the design myself while working full-time, which was highly stressful. Having everything mapped out helps avoid delays, last-minute changes, or compromising on your vision. Golan and Jordan were fantastic--Golan handled planning and communication, and Jordan ensured everything stayed on track. They always responded to my texts in a reasonable amount of time. Their tile crew was exceptional (I often bumped into them because they worked long hours and weekends to complete my home and were really nice and respectful people), and they tiled nearly my entire house beautifully (we're talking 2000 sq ft of flooring, 3 bathrooms, and a fireplace). I appreciated that Creative didn't nickel and dime me for small changes, and when a gas leak was discovered (due to careless cabinetry work), they fixed it--and more (we found more leaks during the repairs)--without extra charges. Despite delays beyond their control, they completed the full renovation in about six months--from pulling permits to final inspection. Major work included a new kitchen, three bathrooms, tile flooring throughout, interior paint, a new electrical panel, and whole-house LED recessed lighting. Even after the job was done, they returned to fix small issues without hesitation. That kind of follow-up is rare in a world full of disappearing contractors. I would recommend Creative for any remodeling project, big or small.

We worked with Shlomi on an interior remodel of our 1,250 sq foot house that included all new…read morefloors, new MB, closet spaces, and kitchen. We are extremely happy with the end result and feel the costs were reasonable. After the fires they did another coat of paint for free to help with the smell of smoke. I recommend this company.

Dwell is synonymous with quality, dedication, and client satisfaction. I have no hesitation highly…read morerecommending. Before contracting with Dwell for a full home, down-to-the-studs reno of a 50-yr old Pasadena home, I'd fired two general contractors: The first was a luxury, longstanding (30 yr) Pasadena firm that was simply too doctrinaire, languid, and non-responsive in their approach; the second was the opposite: too green, easily overwhelmed, and quickly passive aggressive and combative in communications to the point I was uneasy handing over the keys to demo and reno my home. I reset, cast a wide net for new prospects and interviewed 11 firms, all while recognizing that perhaps my expectations were too high and I was part of the problem. Gio confidently asserted that I *should* have high expectations, as it was my home that I was renovating. Fast forward, and the end product is phenomenal, surpassing my expectations without a single regret. A few notes: 1. Client dedication: Dwell and its full team (Gio, my phenomenal project manager Michael, Santiago, and the office team) all never gave a doubt that their focus is on doing the job right; i.e. in a manner that the client and the Dwell team would both share pride in. I'd be remiss if I didn't say Gio and Michael demonstrated a strong ability and interest in understanding the client's vision and truly wanting to bring it to fruition (far beyond simply delivering a product and moving onto the next project, as you risk coming across among other GCs). 2. Productive subs: Dwell knows its subcontractors well and they are each true craftsmen. Each was professional and courteous, regularly going beyond my expectations before I'd even seen their work product for the first time (e.g., more electrical outlets than I'd imagined from electrical sub, the kindest gentleman focused on getting the cabinetry and wood finishes "just right," a foundation and framing sub with steady-handed focus and easy client rapport...). Routinely, Dwell got quick responsiveness from subs, including when I'd mistakenly given the wrong delivery date for pricey patio doors (long story short: I realized my error at 6:30pm the night before and Michael and team very serenely hustled and were able to get their installers onsite the next morning to receive and install $20k patio doors; done with professional realism that it wasn't guaranteed yet effort to ensure the safety and secure install). 3. Realistic, predictable pricing: Gio tries to price projects right from the outset to do the job well. Plenty of contractors will lowball with a likely intent to add endless change orders or limit what is delivered. Dwell, in my experience, priced the project to do it well from the start and minimize any surprises or impediments that would limit them from doing the job they believe you actually want, regardless of what other contractors may tell you. 4. Respectful: There was not a single moment of tension or confusion. Michael, Gio, and team communicated incredibly effectively, even when your day job limits attentiveness or creates time demands. They more than understand and give advance heads up of items coming up for you to weigh in on, or suggestions to make the project go smoothly if you're time-constrained. 5. Humor: I'd moved from New York and was blunt at the outset that I didn't need to be best friends with a contractor, but I do expect basic courteousness and professionalism; they easily brushed past my concerns and regularly had me laughing. Doing a full home reno takes up a lot of mental space even when it goes well; to not be stressed but actually laughing through it is priceless. [As a post-script, I should mention that the reno was completed and I moved back into the place 2 weeks prior to the January 2025 Eaton Fire that ravaged Altadena and came within 4 blocks to my place before miraculously dissipating, sparing my block and the house. The care and concern that Gio, Michael, and team demonstrated despite the project having already been completed far exceeded what I could've imagined. This is a team that cares.] Big cheers to Dwell--Gio, Michael, and team: they have built a unique team culture in a tough business where it is easy for clients to be trepidatious and cautious. Run, don't walk, to do a project with Dwell.

First meeting with the owner, Gio, felt very comfortable. There was no pressure , no big sales…read moretalk, just a normal conversation about the project and what would actually make sense. He gave us a lot of ideas that showed he's been doing this a long time, and it honestly made it easier to trust the whole process from the start. After that, spent time at the office going over everything in detail. The full walk through helped a lot because nothing felt vague or rushed. It was clear how the design would turn into real work, step by step. Questions were answered as they came up, and things were explained in a way that actually made sense. Once things got going, communication stayed solid. Gili and Michael were both easy to reach and stayed involved the whole time. Updates came regularly, and if something needed to change or be adjusted, it was talked through without any attitude or stress. The office team was also really helpful and kept everything moving smoothly in the background. Overall, the whole experience felt organized but still very human. Things weren't perfect every single day, but that's normal with a project like this. What mattered was that people followed through, kept communication open, and delivered what was promised. End result came out great and matched what was discussed from the beginning.

Ari is very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Definitely would recommend him as an architect…read morefor your next build!

Ari was great, a rare breath of fresh air in construction. Good communication, reasonable prices,…read moreand great openness to changing things even when it wasn't in their advantage. would recommend!

We absolutely love our new kitchen; especially the work of "Champion Construction."…read more We had a flood during Covid so everything in the world of construction was challenging. Eden took the challenge and made everything come together. Of course there were some hiccups as expected but they were solved quickly, very professionally and with great communication. My personal thoughts are to expect mistakes and delays; but how a contractor resolves those issues is the gauge of a great company. We would highly recommend them to anyone needing their expertise. Jeff

Our contractors recommended Eden from Champion Remodeling Inc. to design, create, and install…read morecustom cabinets for our kitchen. Eden listened to my requirements and presented a design that made the most use of the space. She even accommodated a change in design a few weeks in to create more built-in storage, maximize the space, and figure out where to put our laundry unit. The beautiful inset cabinets were fabricated in California, custom painted, and made fairly quickly considering it was 100% custom. Eden's team made sure the install was done right and at a high quality. Thank you for creating these gorgeous cabinets and helping us bring to life a dream kitchen.

I've been using this company service for both of myself and my parents house, they provide…read moreexcellant design as well as the construction service within my budget and a very professional price. They have a really nice and professional crew! Their project manager Kaynee is nice and thoughtful, he always think on the client's view and their design director Dan has been done so many million house project so she can understand and handle all of the ideas and concerns that client has. Great team! RECOMMEND!!!

They provide excellant design as well as the construction service within my budget and a very…read moreprofessional price. They have a really nice and professional crew! RECOMMEND!

I got estimates from 3 Solar vendors before choosing Artisan Build Group. Michael's care and…read moreattention to detail far exceeded all of my expectations. First off, you're working with a contractor that is not only customer-focused, but his top priority is to ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible. Throughout the project, Michael and his crew were professional, knowledgeable and overall, it was a pleasant experience from start to finish. Price: Michael beat the competition! He broke down all the costs and showed me where I could save some money along with the pros and cons of each alternative. Service: The crew kept me updated on the progress with all the necessary inspections and even met with the inspectors to make sure everything moved seamlessly and as quickly as possible. From start to finish, Michael's determination to guarantee I was satisfied was a rare experience that I will be working with him on all my future home renovations. His display of character is a rare gem in the solar industry. Design: Michael mapped out how the panels should be placed to optimize performance and sunlight. He answered all my questions regarding how and why they should be placed on the roof in a certain way. His well thought out plan of placing the panels where he knew they would receive the most sunlight based on the angle of sun throughout different seasons means the panels will be working at maximum efficiency. Installation: Michael's electricians came on time, prepared and installed everything the same day. Was very pleased with the quality of work they did. At the end of the day, they cleaned up everything and made sure it was picture perfect.

We interviewed 4 contractors before we decided to move forward with Artisan Build Group. What made…read moreus decide to move forward with them was Michael's can-do attitude, and ability to problem-solve, and provide us with honest upfront costs. Some of the contractors we spoke with either gave us a bid really low, but left out a bunch of things to trick us, or ones that gave us an astronomical price! We appreciated how honest, and straight-forward Michael was from the beginning with what the results would be. During the build, Michael and his crew were very accomodating with great attention to detail. They all wore masks and took precautions to keep us and his crew safe. Whenever an issue arose, Michael worked diligently with his team to get it fixed. He's an incredible problem-solver and will work hard to make sure that you are 100% pleased with the end product. Our kitchen remodel started in October 2020 and was finished in January 2021. There were a couple of delays due to the holidays and the pandemic; however, the end product was a beautiful, newly remodeled kitchen. My only feedback would be that their cabinet installers were sub-par with little attention to detail, they dinged up some of the cabinets when installing; however, once this issue was brought to Michael's attention he made sure to have those cabinets replaced so they would look brand new. I would HIGHLY recommend Artisan Build Group, and would most definitely be reaching out to them if & when we consider another remodel. Michael and his crew were respectful, cordial, kind, took direction well, extremely hard-working, and detail-oriented! Check out the before & after photos attached to this review & you'll see the NIGHT & DAY difference! So happy that we went with Michael & Artisan Build Group.

Absolutely highly recommended!!!!! I worked with them on too…read moremany previous projects, and it was just a perfect experience every time, they are always ready to prepare architecture plans and have it ready for submittal to the cities planning department in no time, and get it approved, very knowledgeable and up to date with the building code requirements, and have an excellent manpowers that can get your projects done up to your satisfaction! This is a one stop shop for all of your construction project needs

Mustafa was great to work with.. I highly recommend his services and I will continue to go to him…read morefor future needs. He is fair on pricing & excellent in delivery, communication, and friendly professionalism. 5 stars *****

I could not be more delighted to offer a review of Aszkenazy Development regarding La Graciela, the…read morelovely apartment community I call home. I moved to southern California from the east coast 12 years ago. I'm retired, so I had the freedom and luxury of comparison shopping for a 55+ apartment. A friend recommended La Graciela and gushed a bit as she described the look and feel of 101 Park Avenue in San Fernando. I quickly made an appointment to see the apartment unit, the grounds, and amenities of La Graciela. That was ten years ago. This review is way overdue! I saw and learned enough about La Graciela during my tour to know it was a place I could call home for years. I was right! But let me tell you what you cannot know unless you've lived here for the past ten years. Aszkenazy Development, in the persons of Severyn, Martha, and their amazingly responsive team, has set the bar high in championing the needs of residents. I assume this is also true of other apartment dwellings under the Aszkenazy umbrella. When COVID hit and vaccines were recommended, medical professionals were brought to our Club Room to offer residents a choice between Pfizer and Moderna. They were brought back for the recommended second round of vaccines. Maintenance personnel power-wash the interior and exterior of our building. The laundry room is cleaned regularly to promote the health and wellbeing of residents. Trash bins were replaced to accommodate the ability of senior residents to lift the dumpster lids and deposit trash without stress or strain. A digital marquee was installed in our lobby to announce important information. Security-rich front doors were installed to promote our safety. The pièce de résistance is the recent installation of LiftMaster, a video console, to allow us to see visitors before allowing them into the building. Most of these amenities were provided to LA Graciela residents during the apartment rent increase freeze. Take a moment to consider that! Who would do that? Aszkenazy Development--expressing the head & heart of an uncommon Landlord!

These guys are great people! They have a great Team! They do a lot for the Tenant's to show they…read morecare. I happen to be apart of the event's they held to bring the community together and I find that they do more for their Tenant's than any other Management Offices I know. They do answer calls and have been very helpful for anything I needed. If you are looking for a space in a Commercial Building or an Apartment to rent, they are the first I would go to because I want a Management that cares like they do.

DYM did an amazing job renovating my backyard! Their attention to detail was a breath of fresh air…read moreand the quality of their staff & workers was top notch.

At this point, we are "frequent fliers" with DYM, and it's because they've consistently delivered…read more We live in a condo in Costa Mesa, and it was originally built in 1980, and when we first moved in, it certainly looked like a place from the 80s. However, DYM has now done our master bathroom, guest bathroom, kitchen, and windows. The place looks phenomenal! DYM did our bathrooms/windows in 2020, and they did our kitchen in 2022. It's been really great to see their company grow, and while I was worried as they grew we'd see things slip or something (I'm pretty sure we were one of their first ~10 clients in 2020), but that is definitively not the case. They were actually even better in 2022 as they had grown into more of a rhythm/process. There are so many crummy contractors, and we had heard every horror story you can think of. I'm happy to report we have no exciting or scandalous home renovation stories, and I mean that in the best possible way. With DYM, things get done on a schedule and with good quality. There's no "and then they disappeared for a week" or "and then they said another project came up" or "their plumber flooded our home and they said they weren't responsible." They just planned, demoed, adapted the plan (hooray for the inevitable demo day surprises), built, and finished. Wonderfully uneventful every time! While Jade and David are awesome, I also have to give a shout out to their crew. Carlos is a true master at his craft. He picks up on all the details, makes brilliant suggestions, and works crazy efficiently. They crew also does a great job at sectioning off the construction site and cleaning up. Renovations inevitably impact your lifestyle, but they really do everything in their power to limit it. I would trust their crews to do literally anything in our home. The most mind-blowing part is how strongly DYM stands by their work. We had some bathroom tiles get loose almost two years later, and I texted Jade asking for advice (How can I fix this? How much do you think it would cost if I hired someone? Have someone you would recommend?). I wasn't asking for her to fix it - it had been over two years. However, she just went ahead and fixed it with no cost and no questions. Hell, she even got me a birthday cake. Seriously...what contractor does this stuff? It's awesome! The group at DYM is also fantastic at making other contractor recommendations. We had a neighbor spring a leak and damage some of our drywall. We asked Jade for recommendations on someone who could fix it, and they person did a great job at a great price. It's so nice to have a source of information like that. We literally always recommend DYM to our friends whenever they mention they're doing a renovation. The only reason some of our friends have gone with someone else is because the other contractor was cheaper by a few thousand, and I don't think it ever ended up being worth it. The other contractors almost always added way more costs along the way, did a crummy job, or took forever. So you might be reading this review holding two quotes and wondering "Is DYM really worth the extra money?" Trust me - it is worth it and you won't regret it.

Extremely knowledgeable and informative. Highly recommend for any job, not just for the LA area. I…read moretrust them for all of my commercial jobs.

Ez Plans did not disappoint! Everything went smooth from start to finish, with permit issued in a…read morevery reasonable time frame. Mark, Pilar and Cindy were fantastic to work with and very clear about every step. Pilar took our ideas and implemented them wonderfully. (She was very patient and helpful when we were undecided on a roof line.) We are now under construction and can't wait for the final product. Would highly recommend.