In my experience the difference between a good architect and Great architect is the what separates…read moreyou from ending up with a home vs a set of drawings in a drawer. Chris is Great at what he does because not only is he creative and more than capable at planning and designing. He also posses the ability to project manage and leveraging a combination of professionalism, subject matter expertise and drive, he ensures time lines are met and that the project is completed in full. I have had the pleasure to work with Chris and CMS on residential projects in the tri state area and am currently working with him on a mixed use property.

Chris is extremely knowledgeable, professional and responsive…read more My wife and I needed his expertise as we prepared to submit our cottage renovation to the town. He made himself available within a couple of days to tour our property and provide his advice. The following week we received our existing and proposed building plans, which were flawless. We didn't have to ask him to re-do any detail. I would highly recommend Chris to anyone who is looking for a detail-oriented, professional architect!

Scott Springer is a wonderfully talented architect who is an absolute pleasure to work with. Scott…read moredid complete redesign of our old and disjointed kitchen. He took a large space and made it every square inch functional for our family. The finished product is absolutely beautiful and I am so happy in this space! In addition to our kitchen, we were working with Scott to do an addition of our upstairs to include a master bath suite and closet as well as adding a fourth bedroom. Scott was very much involved with every aspect of the "leg work". He attended countless meetings with our General Contractor, recommended a fantastic structural engineer, and worked closely with the surveyor. After hearing our initial concerns, Scott advised us against doing this addition as he felt that it would not be a good return on our investment. I was so very impressed by his honesty! He knew this would be a decision we would regret and he was right! Scott has wonderful ideas and insight and listens to his clients to provide the best possible solution that will fit your needs! He is prompt and responsive in his communications and delivers drafts to you on their deadline (if not before!). Choosing Scott as your architect means you will work with an experienced, honest and trust worthy professional who has your best interests in mind!

From the owner: Scott Springer Architect PLLC is an architecture and design practice located in Westport,…read moreConnecticut that specializes in residential renovations and new construction and commercial projects. Scott's diverse project list ranges from meticulous apartment renovations to 5-star hotels to 10 million square foot complex international commercial developments. The son of an architect, Scott is renowned for his knowledge of architectural history and is often called an architect's architect. His ability to work comfortably in traditional and contemporary design vocabularies allows him to create projects that suit each client's unique vision.

My husband and I hired Dr. Russell Rosicki to help us with flooring choices and paint colors for…read moreour commercial space in Paramus, NJ. We had no idea that he would arrive with a truckload of amazing ideas! Our consultations far exceeded our expectations. Dr. Rosicki made the suggestions in the areas we wanted, but also shared other very practical and artistic ideas throughout. For example, he suggested we slice a corner wall at an angle and add glass in place of the wall to create a larger entryway and viewing panel for those inside. Doing so added a wow factor to that space. As both an architect and interior designer, Dr. Rosicki brought a great deal to the table. He is very creative and he thinks fast on his feet. He also followed up by email with links on suggested items. You will not be disappointed by Dr. Rosicki. We felt very lucky to find someone who turned out to be an excellent match for our needs. Lucy A., Paramus, NJ

From the owner: Design R Architects is a full service architecture and interior design firm located in Stamford, CT…read moreand serves all of Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex and New London counties.

My husband and I have wanted to build a family home for years. The challenge was in finding an…read morearchitect who could understand our desire for a classically correct Stone Georgian. In a world of mcMansions, fake siding and faux details, we met dozens of "sham-itects" who wanted to create a Disney-esque version of our dream....we were frustrated and ready to hire a proper English architect who could understand our vision, when we met Ron Gushue. Ron is a true gentleman, and I can honestly say he is as good as his word. It's an unusual quality in the realm of home building. He was not only a master of his craft, he truly understands the difference between quality and sham design. Ron built a home not only for us, but for our grandchildren and great-grandchildren. How many architects can say that today? It took a few years, but we have a home with architecturally correct detailing; a stairway inspired by the Petite Trianon, and the type of details not usually seen in this country. Ron created custom moldings throughout the house, found antique white oak floors from Belgium, and created a "man's world" for my husband with a walnut office paneled floor to ceiling and a Sapele Mahogany Library & Billiard room! For me, it's all about the understated elegance and old world charm. This house looks as if it's always been here; it's part of the landscape and I look out of my mahogany windows and see a future of Easter lawn parties with my (yet unborn) grandchildren. Ron did a fantastic job and I cannot recommend him highly enough!

Ron agreed to help me with my house's exterior makeover before selling, even though what he really…read morespecializes in is designing houses from scratch. He gave a wonderful, gentile touch to my drab contemporary colonial by designing a porch, a curved garage door, window moldings, a new roof and color palette. In addition to his design talent, experience and professionalism, he is truly a great listener, who works around the client's ideas and wishes, while infusing an incredible amount of enthusiasm, excitement, even, into his projects. He was also great as a liaison with the contractor, and was able to smooth over differences and misunderstandings when they arose. I hope he still has some time for us when we call him with our next project!

Soudi is hands down the best designer/architect that I have ever worked with! Her keen eye, years…read moreof experience and international flair put her in a league of her own. She is a rare find in Fairfield County CT which is full of cookie cutter designers. I highly recommend interviewing Soudi for your next project.

From the owner: Soudi Amini's fascination with architecture and design began as a young girl marveling over…read morepalaces, tile work, and ancient Persian art. The feelings and moods that those wonderful buildings and gardens evoked created a sense of awe in the young, artistic Soudi as she absorbed the energy, shapes, and forms in cities she journeyed through. Soudi Amini Interior Design is a full service interior Architectural boutique style design studio. This includes -One day makeover -Interior Design -Home staging for real estate agents and home owners -Consulting Services - Virtual Tour Design -Renovation and new build -Color Consultation -Window Treatment -Space Planning -Lighting Design Experience, expertise, and a proven commitment to efficiently serving the needs of all clients makes Soudi Amini Design the right choice for renovating your property. We base all of our artistic decisions on your specific desires for any room. From window treatments to bathroom remodeling, we create the spaces you envision. I look forward to working with you!

We used Palco for a recent renovation in our home. Vincent was very understanding in what we were…read morelooking for and was able to provide us with excellent plans. He was very detail orientated, knows all local codes and was quite reasonably priced. I will certainly be using Palco again on future jobs.

As a seasoned real estate investor for over 18 yrs I can honestly say Vincent is one the best…read morearchitects I have come to work with. In my business one needs a team of professional individuals to accomplish things on budget, in a timely manner and be attentive to the last and smallest detail. Be it your attorney, architect, accountant, sub contractors or kitchen and bath designer. I know I can rely on Vincent and his expertise as my go to architect and structural engineer of choice on all my projects. I wish you luck on your project.

Vitaly Sonkin designed and managed the construction of our church. He was very professional,…read moreknowledgeable and responsive to our needs. He took the time to get to know us and brought both creativity and commitment to this project. He made sure we were completely satisfied before signing off on this project. Mr. Sonkin still takes the time to check in on us to ensure that everything is still in order. With Greenwich Design Architect its not just a job it's a relationship.

From the owner: Full-service architecture, planning and interior design firm, providing outstanding client service…read moreand achieving excellence in architecture and design for forty years Our projects are located in New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Florida and Europe. Our service policy - "In Our Business the Client is a King" - and we take this policy extremely seriously.

Jim consulted with me several times on my gut renovation project and provided expert advice. He…read morebrings expertise from two decades of experience to the table, and also his work is of impeccable quality. I saw a passive house he was gut renovating in Park Slope, and it was absolutely stunning! Jim knows how to preserve historic details while bringing the design into the modern era in a tasteful, classic way. He exudes calmness and wisdom and is a pleasure to be around. Full disclosure in that I ultimately had to choose a less experienced architect because Jim's fee, although completely reasonable given his level of skill and expertise, was a bit out of our price range.

Jim was great to work with. We did a semi-gut renovation in 3 bedroom/2 bathroom apt. The quality…read moreof his work and suggestions were exactly what we wanted based on my husband and my feedback. Jim is very detailed and each week during renovation, we had him manage the project with the contractor to ensure the final output was done properly. Most Manhattan apartments are not symmetrical, so the early stage on doing things a certain way goes a long way on the final look. He understands plumbing, and electrical well to communicate to our contractors. He referred us to a HVAC engineer. When it came to interior design, we had Sarah who provided feedback and suppliers information. She was also very helpful. Jim knows the DOB process well and helped us resolved many issues even during covid and DOB rule changed in 2020 and 2021. We also had him manage the project with the contractors. The contractors don't have the same design eyes and were a bit sloppy and forgetful so it was imperative to have Jim help us. Urban charges by the hour and provided an accurate estimate of the cost. Make sure what projects he's working on so he can allocate time properly. In the beginning with the design drawing schematic, it took a while cause he was on a couple of brownstone projects but overall still have a very positive experience with Jim. He was responsive.