Metropolis did our house approx 500 sq ft addition (bedroom, bathroom and laundry area) and I have to say Jonathan and his right hand man Carlos were incredibly great to deal with - when we would run into any issues, Jonathan would provide a genius solution - also he would steer us in the right direction as far as design and aesthetics - while we watched other projects around our neighborhood stall - Jonathan and crew worked straight through and finished the project on time - the highest compliment I can give I would say I would recommend him to family and friends- thanks Jonathan read more

We desperately needed to remodel/expand our kitchen. It was tiny, had almost no counter space, and two people couldn't be in it at the same time. Next to the kitchen was an unnecessarily large bathroom, an unfortunate choice made by whoever flipped the property years ago. We'd been putting off remodeling due in part to the horror stories we'd heard. Jonathan was fantastic from the first contact and continued to be responsive, punctual, and communicated clearly about our options throughout the project. Like most remodels, we discovered things along the way that required flexibility. We were always able to reach Jonathan to express concerns, ask questions, and weigh choices. Two months since completion and our kitchen is now the center of our home, a place of delight vs dread. The awkwardly large bathroom we pulled space from for the kitchen is now spa-like, making our other bathroom pale in comparison. We hope to have Metropolis Drafting and Construction return in the future to make the rest of our home equally beautiful and functional. read more

Anyone who has been through a remodel knows it's hard. Even if your contractor is AMAZING, it's hard. Having people in your home and living amongst construction and making decision after decision is stressful. This was my third round of construction and third contractor. Well, Third Times the Charm! We consulted with several contractors and from the beginning, Jonathan set both my husband and I at ease. He brought his expertise, experience and advice to the table but only in a collaborative way. Never in a way that felt pushy or argumentative. This was a full kitchen/front of the house remodel. The kitchen was a 1939 original so we went down to studs and knocked down a few walls. Johnathan not only brought our vision to life, he enhanced it. No job is perfect and we ran into several hiccups along the way. At one point my husband and I decided to do wood flooring in the kitchen after concrete had already been poured in prep for tile. Jonathan didn't bat an eye. Multiple times he said something along the lines of "It's your kitchen, I want you to be happy living in it." Each time we had a hiccup, I was happy with how he handled it and I love, love, LOVE the final outcome. I mean, come on, look at the pictures. As for timeline and cost, I have no complaints. The job ran a little long but that was due to our change orders and average construction delays. I would happily recommend Jonathan to anyone and everyone. read more

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After 3 years of looking for a home in LA with our realtor, we finally were able to buy a home in our dream location, Burbank, California. My husband and I, who are high school sweethearts, would romanticize Burbank and were under the impression that, as adults, the prices for homes in Burbank would never be within reach. It wasn't until we found a home from the 1940s that was an absolute fixer-upper. Everyone in our lives begged us not to purchase and the house seemed impossible to repair. We interviewed contractors to see who could help make this impossible project seem approachable. We located Jonathan through reviews on reddit and after meeting with him versus other contractors, we knew right away that Jonathan was our person. Jonathan had the exact vision for the changes that my husband and I had, mentioning recommendations that my husband and I had discussed together before even sharing with Jonathan. He took charge of scheduling needs and approvals of all the permits for the house, changed the floors, walls, electrical layout, all 15 windows, added recess lightings and added a room and half bath. At the beginning of the project, Jonathan estimated that it would take 6 months to finish and he finished around 5 months. To see the house the way it is now that it is finished, it is a completely different home. I am elated to call it our first home and had such a positive, seamless experience with Jonathan, we look forward to working with him and referring him to others in the future. read more

We couldn't be happier with our decision to hire Jonathan. We bought a house in September and even before we closed, Jonathan came out and walked the property with us to make sure we were making the right decision. We completely renovated 3 bathrooms and from start to finish he makes everything easier. We are incredibly happy with the quality of work, but even more importantly, whenever anything was wrong, it was fixed almost immediately without any push back. Also there were random odds and ends in the house that needed to be fixed, and he always accommodated us, from damaged baseboards to switching light fixtures. He was always happy to address issues that were outside of the original scope of work. This was our first renovation and it was so nice to be able to lean on someone with so much experience. He has a ton of great insight in the design process too, always letting us know what he would do (when we asked) and not letting us go overboard doing things that were unnecessary. The bathrooms look beautiful and match the character of our traditional home. We were so happy with his work that we hired him to build out our ADU as well. You won't be disappointed if you hire him! read more

We hired Jonathan for a kitchen and bath remodel, as well as doing the flooring throught the house. We got quotes from several contractors but his ability to do design and build was why we selected him. Once the work began he was a pleasure to work with. He has good suggestions as well as tight project management. He was always quick to follow up and communicate next phases of the project. Everyone he brought in to work on the house was respectful and did great work that we were happy with. I would highly recommend him for any remodel project. read more

We had a fantastic experience with Metropolis Drafting & Construction for our recent home remodel. We remodeled the kitchen, two bathrooms, and replaced the flooring across the entire house. From demolition to laying the final tile, Jonathan Litinsky and his teams did top notch work every step of the way. Communication was straightforward and clear. Any unexpected issues that arose were resolved swiftly. Jonathan provided solid advice along the way for both structural and design elements, now my home looks like it is ready for the pages of an interior design magazine! read more

We first met Jonathan in October 2021 right around the time that we were closing on our current condo. As we had been living in this home, and renting, for about 2 years, we had already had some ideas brewing about the updates we wanted to make. When Jonathan came over for a consultation, we walked him through what we wanted to do in our kitchen and bathrooms and he let us know the best way to go about this. He took measurements when he was there so he was prepared to answer future questions over the phone or email. We sent him a few ideas of the design that we were looking for in each room. So after giving us a thoroughly drafted quote and a timeline (6-8 weeks for completion!), he also sent us links for items we could purchase ahead of time in order to be able to stick to the timeline as closely as possible - nothing frustrates a contractor like having to pause their project because they're wait for items to still come in! I was so impressed that Jonathan took time to bring me to multiple stores. He took time to show me different tiles and countertop materials that were aligned with the design ideas I initially sent him. This was a very different (and much more pleasant!) experience than a previous contractor who just directed me to websites to pick out floor/ tile materials and then I was left on my own to choose, with little to no guidance. We scheduled Jonathan to have his team start on demo work while we were going to be out of town. This step of the process went surprisingly quickly! I will say that it's not the easiest to live through a remodel (if you have the money or could go somewhere else for the entirety of it, that would be ideal). But, with that said, his team was beyond respectful of our space and they carefully sealed off the areas they were working on and covered the floors, so as to limit the dust and debris as best as possible. Jonathan left us paint samples to choose from for wall color and cabinet colors. Narrowing down which "white" to use on walls is a task in itself and I was relieved that Jonathan was able to narrow down my choices to only 2 or 3 colors (again, based on pictures I had sent). The white we ultimately chose looks beautiful and fresh in our west and south facing bathrooms! The final outcome of his team's work was perfection. Everything came together beautifully and we couldn't be happier with the results! (His tile guy does impeccable work - so impressed!) Take a look at the pictures that I attached and see for yourself! Thank you, Jonathan, for your organization, guidance, and professionalism throughout this entire process! read more

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Jonathan and his team are reliable, responsive, creative and professional. Jonathan assisted converting my old rec. room in to an ADU. Jonathan guided us through the process and went above and beyond in delivering an end product that we are happy with. read more

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We bid our recent project, a remodel of a 2 bedroom 1 bath home in Silverlake, to multiple contractors. Jonathan was the last contractor to see the home. Because we simply didn't need anyone else to see the place after he came in. The second I met him I knew he was the person to take over and manage the project. Before we even stepped into the home, he pointed out a complex and symmetrical and intricate spider web outside on our porch. I just knew he had the kind of attention to detail we needed. He was the only person to reimagine the space in a way we wanted but nobody before could do. His background as both an accomplished and skilled architect and contractor helped tremendously. He had a beautiful and thoughtful idea to transform our 2 bedroom 1 bath home into a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home without even needing to increase square footage. He kept our cost minimal and he was able to bring immense value to our home. Design, planning, and pulling permits promptly with incredible ease to start the project? Check, check, and check! Now off to the demo and construction! Impeccable and quality workmanship. We love how the home feels. It's not just an esthetic feeling, but we can feel the solid foundation and flooring when we walk through. We loved all the design recommendations for paint, cabinets, flooring, etc. I think almost everything Jonathan suggested, we were sold. He has a true eye for modern design and esthetics. He stuck to our timeline and truly delivered with stunning results. One thing about Jonathan is he is a great communicator. We have dealt with many setbacks during prior remodeling/construction projects, and it's inevitable. But one thing we truly appreciate about Jonathan is he doesn't just come to you with the problem, but he already has the solution or multiple solutions. This was a very low stress project for us because of Jonathan's calm, meticulous, and detail-oriented approach to reimagining and transforming our space. We couldn't be more happy with the results. read more

My husband and I hired Jonathan to convert part of our home and garage into a separate granny flat for my elderly parents. This was a project that was important to me and my family - we wanted a granny flat that felt like a lovely welcoming home, not a slapped together ADU. We are thrilled that we hired Jonathan as our contractor. Jonathan takes pride in his work and business. He pays attention to all the little details, has a great eye, makes helpful & honest suggestions, and he does not cut corners ever. He also knew all the ADA compliant codes so that door openings, showers, etc were accessible by wheelchair for my father. The end result was high quality, beautiful, and polished. Jonathan designed a layout that feels open and spacious - and managed to fit in a great room with kitchen, two bedrooms, two full baths, walk in closet, and laundry room - everything on my parent's wish list! My parents and family could not be happier with the end result. The transition from their previous huge home into this gorgeous new space has been seamless. Remodeling is stressful and hectic - but Jonathan was always available and truly made us feel like we were his only client. I had endless questions for him and he always responded quickly and patiently with thorough explanations. We will always use Metropolis for any remodeling needs! read more

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We had plans ready for a backyard remodel that included adding square footage to our house and an ADU conversion. We wanted to hire someone with experience navigating the complexities of local regulations and were going to be available to quickly respond to questions and meet us on-site. We were happy to find Jonathan, knowledgeable with Burbank construction code. He pointed out issues with our plans, which helped limit surprise costs that might have come up later. Jonathan and his team worked efficiently, great with communicating, and were always available for questions and collaboration. He addressed our concerns and made sure we were happy with our build-out. We would highly recommend Jonathan and are looking forward to working with him again. read more

We remodeled a big chunk of our house and we hired Jonathan for the job. Jonathan impressed us right away with his knowledgeability and flexibility. He offered good suggestions for details, and he listened to ours and took them seriously as well. It was a very long process, but through it all, he was very responsive and communicative with us, and we always knew what to expect at every step of the way. Most importantly, our house turned out beautifully and we would definitely hire him again in the future. read more

These guys did a GREAT job on remodeling our kitchen. He gave me a helpful suggestion that saved me THOUSANDS of dollars (and made himself a little less money) and came out beautifully. The project was completed on time and the quality was top notch. Not a whole lot more to be said. read more

We highly recommend Jonathan Litinsky, Omri Oshri, and Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc. for your upcoming construction project. After interviewing several highly reviewed contractors (both on Yelp and Nextdoor), we chose Jonathan and Omri based on their remodeling experience, professionalism, and easy-going demeanor. In addition, we chose him for all the things he was not, not pushy, not a high pressure salesman, and not a "sign this contract, cut me a check and I'll be done in 4 weeks" kind of guy. Having now finished our project, I can say that who you meet and what he promises on the first day, is the same person you will be interacting with during the project and who will deliver as-promised in the end. Here are a few more criteria that were important to us, in evaluating our contractor, and selecting someone to work in our home for the weeks and months to come. 1. Quality. Will the project start on time? (e.g. I just gave a deposit, will my contractor show up?) Will the contractor understand your project and deliver as promised? Will the project ever be finished? Yes, yes and yes. He understood our original concept, was detailed oriented throughout the project, and cared about doing things right. The result was an ADU construction that exceeded our expectations. 2. Communication. No matter how much planning you do upfront, there are infinite possibilities and decisions to be made during the process. We couldn't be home for all of it, and relied on being able to phone, email, text and picture message with Omri. He was always great about quickly acknowledging our communication and responding to any concerns/thoughts/issues that came up during the project. 3. Budget. It's worth repeating, that Omri delivers a high quality product as-promised and on-budget. This is really where, I believe, your contractor's experience comes in. He converted an existing garage into an ADU with new flooring, full bathroom and kitchen. We were very pleased with the results. What I think all the above issues boil down to is trust, and will you be able to trust your general contractor with your home. I hope this review helps you in choosing Jonathan and Omri, because if we had to do it all over again, I know we would. read more

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What's the main takeaway? I HIGHLY recommend Metropolis for your next project! Why? - Omri was our project lead and provided both the best customer service as well as fantastic quality work. - They were wonderfully professional, very communicative, immensely respectful (to me, my husband, and our home), and always helpful. - The quality of work is excellent. Omri made sure that each team's work was careful, clean, and complete. What credibility do I have? My professional background is a Producer (in games and live experiences). I often meet with and hiring different vendors or companies for skilled jobs and projects. Whenever I look for someone for a project, personally or professionally, I really value experience, communication, and integrity. So what? This was my first time doing a home remodel project and didn't know what I didn't know. So when I first spoke with Jonathan (the owner) on the phone to set up an initial meeting and met Omri in person for the first project meeting, I knew I had to find someone who would 1) listen to what I wanted, 2) collaborate with me to improve upon my ideas, and 3) educate me in the process along the way. Omri and his team delivered 100% throughout the whole project. In person, text, or phone call, Omri always answered our questions. If he didn't know, he'd find out. We felt like our project was a priority to Metropolis. read more

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This was our first home and remodel, and we couldn't be happier with Jonathan's services. As newbies, we were not familiar with how to navigate the process and what to expect, and Jonathan was so patient and thorough. His design process gave us different options, at different price-points, and once we had our plan in place, Jonathan executed at the quality level we hoped for and both on-time and on-budget. As construction progressed, we found Jonathan to be extremely available and responsive, but more importantly honest about various questions and potential changes we considered. He was very blunt about changes to our original plan that were worth spending a little extra for, and others that weren't worth the expense (even if that meant less money for himself ultimately). We found him to be very creative in terms of problem-solving to achieve exactly what we were looking for. He also stood behind his work, correcting anything he felt was subpar, and in some cases just because we had changed our mind (without charging us extra). I would absolutely recommend him, and plan to use him for future projects at our home. read more

We considered 3 bids for the complete gut and remodel of our kitchen and Jonathan was the best of the bunch. Not the lowest bid but not the highest and super fair and reasonable. He was worth every penny. He worked with us from day one with a professional, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and collaborative attitude. He understands all aspects of design and construction -- plumbing, electrical, structural, cabinetry and finishes. He worked in a timely fashion and never left the job incomplete or half done. His subcontractors were polite and neat as well. I would highly recommend Jonathan and his team from Metropolis for any remodel or construction work and will most definitely work with him again. read more

My wife and I hired Metropolis to help us renovate our kitchen. We could not be happier with the results. After our very first meeting with Omri, my wife and I knew we were in good hands. He came up with exciting designs for our Kitchen in our very first estimate. The team continued to be an informative and attentive contractor throughout the project. Based on our experience Metropolis is an honest and reliable contractor. They are dedicated to quality craftsmanship and attentive customer service. They hire expert workers who took great care in each task. Renovating an important part of your home can be very stressful. But with Metropolis we were put at ease knowing the work would be completed on time and at the highest quality standard. We can't recommend Metropolis enough and we will definitely be using them for our future projects :) read more

We were incredibly lucky to work with Jonathan from Metropolis Drafting and Construction on a big kitchen remodel and HVAC system replacement on our home. We had walls taken down/moved, old cabinets and counters removed, new cabinets, counters, backsplash, and lighting installed. The design turned a small kitchen into a large spacious one that has been perfect for our family. In summary, I highly recommend them for their background in design, attention to detail, and ability to complete the work on schedule and within budget. I could not be happier with how everything turned out. Jonathan was extremely responsive, attentive, and detail oriented from the time I contacted him until the job was complete (and beyond). One unique aspect of working with Jonathan over other contractors I spoke with was that he had a background that enabled him to help with the design and aesthetics. He generated 3D models to help visualize different things we could do with the space, and we ended up choosing something different (and much better) than what I originally envisioned. Jonathan was also very patient with my indecisiveness and helped in choosing cabinets, countertops, and backsplash, kindly steering me away from things that would not look good. The remodel was completed in the timeframe promised and within our budget. Added costs from the original quote were minimal and only due to small things that couldn't be determined before beginning construction. I was prepared for the job to take longer than estimated based on others experience, but the sub-contractors were always here when Jonathan said they would be and work was always done on schedule, if not sooner. The sub-contractors all did a fantastic, professional job and were very friendly. Jonathan also provided great recommendations for cabinets, counters, and backsplash. It seems that Jonathan has carefully chosen a great group of people to work with. I highly recommend Metropolis Drafting and Construction for any project, and they will be the first I call for any future jobs around my home. read more

If you are looking for a company to plan and oversee a remodel... there is no better choice than Jonathan Litinsky and Metropolis Drafting and Construction. We have done multiple remodels before and, without question, this was our best experience from beginning to end. I particularly appreciated the following.... Jonathan's calm demeanor, his design vision (especially given this is not my strength), his responsiveness to calls and messages, his timeliness (he and his employees always arrived on time for work and appointments), his sensitivity to and respect of desired price points, his meticulousness about the work being done, his organization of the job itself and the work spaces, his consistent communication of project updates, and his ability to deal calmly and efficiently with the inevitable glitches that occur in the remodeling process. Jonathan's employees were ALL kind, respectful, neat and highly skilled. I felt completely trusting of those who were coming into our home and appreciated that they were understanding of our dog's crazy barking and need to slowly adjust to new visitors. We had two bathrooms remodeled and they are BEAUTIFUL! Just what we envisioned. It is important to say that while I see Jonathan as an outstanding contractor and would re-hire him in a second.... I am equally appreciative of the fact that he is wonderful human! We had a couple of house problems arise during the remodel (that had nothing to do with the remodels) and he made himself available to help us figure out a solution. One in particular... a plumbing problem where we were given an $8,000 estimate...and on a Saturday evening he talked us through a process, where we ultimately learned that the evaluation by the plumber was wrong and it was an easy fix. Jonathan cares about both the process and the results of his projects and works very hard to make the experience as positive as possible for his clients. We are so very grateful for having met and worked with Jonathan and Metropolis Drafting and Construction. I highly recommend them for any home project you are considering! read more

We couldn't be happier with our remodel! Jonathan and his crew were involved in remodeling/refinishing our kitchen and bathrooms in our home. His opinions were always appreciated and usually on point when it came to finishes. While we ultimately came in slightly over budget from what I was originally aiming for (the result of some personally requested add-ons as we went along), there's no question that the value of the home has well surpassed the cost of remodel. Thank you Jonathan! read more

We hired Jonathan to oversee a complete rehabilitation of the home we purchased in Oak Park and could not be happier with the results! Jonathan and his crew at Metropolis are extremely well organized and forthcoming, two of the most important qualities you can have in a contractor. From the very beginning of the project, Jonathan was honest with us about costs, timelines, and materials and never moved forward with any of the work without first giving us all the details of the work and gaining our approval. We knew who would be showing up, what work they would be doing and when they would arrive. If ever anything changed, we were notified by Jonathan immediately. Building or renovating a home is an extremely stressful endeavor and Jonathan is excellent at managing all the different aspects of this process. He is present on the job site, and always on top of whatever his workers are doing so there is no worry that the job is progressing without proper supervision. Before we did any work to the kitchen or bathrooms, Jonathan sat with us and showed us 3D architectural renderings of all the designs he created for each room and made any adjustments we wanted right there, in person. He is both a skilled designer and architect. He made excellent recommendations for materials, vendors, colors, and accessories to help us achieve the look and feel of the home that we had envisioned. Making all those decisions on your own can be extremely difficult and having someone with his level of knowledge and expertise is helpful beyond description! All of the work that Jonathan and his crew performed was done 100% to code, inspected, and signed off by regulators. There was no cutting of corners, no cheap fixes or sweeping under the rug. As a result, our kitchen is the envy of our neighborhood and our new bathrooms feel like a spa at a 5-star hotel! We are in love with our new home and we have Jonathan and his amazing crew at Metropolis to thank for it. We are already planning our next renovation to the exterior of the house and will be using them again for sure! Thank you, Jonathan! read more

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Jonathan and his team are nothing short of amazing. They are an absolute pleasure to work with! From the moment we met him, we knew that our home and finances would be in excellent hands. We liked him so much that we didn't even interview any other contractors/architects (which is pretty risky given that we were doing a pretty major home renovation: we turned our kitchen into a bedroom, knocked down walls and needed 2 21-foot support beams, built an entirely new kitchen and redid the floors in the entire home). Our gut instincts were spot-on, and thankfully, Jonathan was every bit as wonderful to work with as he seemed that first day. He was very involved in the process and came pretty much daily to check on the quality of the work. He's trustworthy, caring, responsive, thorough, and just a really great guy to have around. My kids LOVED him, and still ask about him at times. Speaking of kids, we have 3 very small children and lived in the house during almost the entire remodel, and Jonathan worked out a plan so that we would have a functional kitchen throughout. Shockingly, everything went as planned... he was ON SCHEDULE or even ahead of schedule, almost the entire time. I think the only time we got pushed back a few days unexpectedly was from rain. One of the things that I most appreciated about Jonathan is his attention to detail and very high standards. In fact, on several instances Jonathan made his team redo some of the work (i.e. repaint our entire ceiling), because he felt it didn't meet his standards, even though I hadn't noticed any imperfection until he pointed it out. I don't think many contractors operate that way. At one point we travelled abroad for 2 weeks... My husband was super-nervous about being away while the hardwood floors were being done, and Jonathan seriously went above and beyond to keep us in the loop and involved every day. The best way to describe what a genuinely good man Jonathan is: on the day we came back, he spent over an hour helping my dad re-construct all of our kid's cribs (that's 3 cribs) just so that they'd be ready for naptime when we got back from our trip. I was dreading the home renovation process, especially since most of my friends have had an incredibly stressful time with their projects. I think my husband and I are rarities because we actually enjoyed the process, and I know that's 90% because of what an amazing contractor Jonathan is, and how smooth he made the process. He and his team are truly exceptional in every way!! read more

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We knew we wanted to work with Jonathan for our guest house project from the beginning. We interviewed a lot of other professionals, but they were either too "salesy", too expensive or didn't inspired us enough confidence for the project. Jonathan was direct, honest and very easy to communicate with. Jonathan worked on the project, the approval process and took care of the construction for us. We never had to worry about anything and the job was completed on the time proposed, which I hear is very rare nowadays. The guest house looks great, as they took care of every detail for us and I had a great experience working with Jonathan and everyone at Metropolis overall. The only downside is that now I want to reform every single room of my home. ;) I'll definitely want to work with them in the future. read more

We met with Jonathan for remodeling the two bathrooms in our house, and immediately liked his style -Jonathan is focused but relaxed, and took our job seriously without putting on pressure (we experienced both "hard sell" and "too busy to deliver quote" from a few other contractors we met with before Jonathan). Communication was excellent throughout the job - Jonathan replies very quickly to calls/texts, and we never felt in the dark about what was happening next (it was sometimes just a matter of checking in with him the evening before, or first thing in the morning). Carlos, who assists Jonathan, is also super friendly/helpful, and was always a pleasure to work with. When it came to handling a few issues that came up during the job, Jonathan made sure they were handled - whether the causes were outside his control (e.g., a vendor/materials issue), or touch-ups needed by his subcontractors. If we had to cite a minor downside, it would be that a few of the subs weren't perfect when it came to detail or clean-up (but, again, Jonathan followed through when we raised these issues). Overall, we're very happy with Metropolis, and would recommend! read more

Jonathan and his team did a terrific job. Very thorough. Accomplished all I asked as well as took time to explain why specific actions/decisions needed to be made. Took responsibility for all challenges we encountered during build. Always available and accessible even during vacation. My wife and I are very happy with the final product and would definitely recommend Jonathan and his team for any future projects. Thank you Jonathan read more

Over the years, I have asked family, friends, and colleagues for a reputable contractor but no one could recommend one that was not, in some way, dishonest, or less than trustworthy. They all recounted contractor horror stories... I finally decided to ask for recommendations from my neighbors on the Nextdoor app to build an ADU; thank goodness I did! Jonathan Litinsky is a gem in the world of construction!! He is extremely honest, reasonable, and reliable. His fees are fair--he also will make things right if there are any problems or on the job mishaps; right away, without hesitation! I had an old manual sprinkler control box that functioned well; during the garage tear down, the exterior door closure for the sprinkler broke off, even though the box still worked. When I mentioned to him, he replaced it immediately with a new wireless controller so I can now water my lawn no matter where I am. I didn't ask him nor did I expect him to replace it--I merely wanted a new handle to open the door. Unbeknownst to me, one of the sprinkler pipes had been broken. It was about 6:00 PM when I discovered it--I texted Jonathan--he had the plumber come out after hours around 7:00 PM even though it wasn't an emergency. I also thought that I smelled gas coming from the unit at 9:30 at night; other contractors might have sent someone out in the morning to check it out; not Jonathan--he sent the plumber to my home at 10:00 PM. One evening (after his crew had been working on the electricity for the ADU), half of my home didn't have power. I went out, turned the circuit breaker on and off, which somehow cut the power to my home. I called Jonathan, he offered to pay for all the food in the refrigerator even though it wasn't his crew's fault (it turned out that I had a faulty circuit). Jonathan is a designer and is always open to give his opinion on whatever ideas you might have. I frequently texted him on Saturdays and Sundays and always received a response. He is patient as well and will send you as many layouts for your project as you would like at no additional charge. He also was willing to have his installer to put up a porch light for me on my home (not in the ADU) for no extra charge. Jonathan is an honorable person, which is what makes doing business with him such a pleasure!! read more

Jonathan just finished a full renovation of my 1935 Tudor home. We added sf and converted from 2bd 1 bath to 4/4. He did the entire scope while I was living out of state. The project was totally perfect. Jonathan is so detailed that I rarely visited the home. He was on schedule and on budget (Even when costs were increasing on him). He is polite, responsive, professional, and an extremely skilled architect and construction manager). I would recommend him to anyone. I have zero regrets choosing him to renovate our family home. He is the best. read more

I do not know whether there are only 18 reviews. They deserve more! This company is great with their service. Very high-end taste. Their workers are well mannered and Jonathan is going to response your questions quite fast. You definitely don't want to hire anyone that does not respond frequently. Overall, they are a great team to work with. Save you a lot of time and effort for remodeling. read more

We worked with Jonathan on a full house remodel that included the kitchen, bathrooms, floors, framing, electrical upgrades, and more. Overall, I'm extremely happy with how the remodel turned out and I'd pick Metropolis again for any future work. Jonathan and his crew were able to deliver on the vision we had for our home. A couple of key points: - Jonathan has a keen attention to detail; everything was extremely thought out. He took the time to take us to his kitchen cabinet and countertop suppliers, and together we were able to design our dream kitchen. We were able to get 3D designs of potential layouts, which helped visualize the space and inform our decision. - No corners were cut throughout the project. We got honest, top-quality work without compromises. - He handled everything with the city permitting and inspectors. Everything was done up to code and passed the first time. - Communication was excellent. We got constant updates about project status and what was being worked on. We had lots of questions throughout the process, and Jonathan was always able to provide a timely and patient answer. Even on weekends and holidays. - Jonathan is a true problem solver. On the rare occasion we had an issue (like old plumbing or sagging floors), he was able to provide creative and robust solutions. - The project stayed within time and budget expectations. Especially during a period of parts and labor shortages worldwide, I am very grateful that. To summarize: no regrets about going with Metropolis, and I'd recommend them 100% to anyone looking to do a home renovation. read more

I found Jonathan and metropolis while they were doing another project near my place in Pasadena. Jon took me on a quick tour in the house they were doing and i was impressed. When we hired him to design our second floor construction we didnt really knew what was the steps we should take. Jonathan walked us through the steps, provided endless drafts and ideas and steered us to the right direction. Its so reassuring to hire a contractor that actually have architectural experience and knows how to design. Once we got to the construction stage Jon provided a precise schedule of work and payments needed, we had portable toilets on site and the crew would always make sure to clean up in the end of the day. Its been 2 months now that our 1200sq. Addition is completed and its great the kids are loving their new rooms and the new family room is spectacular and huge ! read more

Our kitchen renovation project took a total of 8 weeks. Jonathan was good at updating us each time with our progress and always available to answer my calls/text in a timely manner which made this process less stressful. We also had a certain budget in mind, so he made sure to stay within our initial estimate. He is detail oriented, knowledgeable and takes great pride in the quality of his work. The best part was that Jonathan was able to recreate the curve walls which matched our original 1929 Spanish Tudor home. He was able to successfully deliver us a modern kitchen while maintaining the character of the house. Overall, our kitchen turned out amazing and we couldn't have asked for a better contractor. read more

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I researched and received quotes from three contractors Jonathan won out. He does excellent work and is with you every step of the way. We have a historical home so maintaining the "period" was paramount to us. He gave us many good ideas and followed through. I would use him again on future projects. read more

I had a lovely experience with Metropolis, Our designer name was Jon and off the bat we knew that he is the best choice. He actually cared about the design and not only the construction contract. Our bathroom looks amazing and is more functional than before. Highly recommend if you need some work done that involves design. read more

I absolutely love the remodel Amit did in my bathroom and kitchen!!! Such a big difference it made in making my home feel like home again. He even discovered the shower pipe was leaking behind the wall and made sure it was taken care of. The bathroom has never looked better, after seamlessly installing recessed lighting, beautiful tile work in the shower and floors, and the gorgeous vanity sink. Not to mention the new cabinets and expansion of the tiny kitchen I had into an open floor plan kitchen, letting in more light into the dark hall I used to call my kitchen. Amit was very professional, friendly, time and cost efficient, and kept me up to date throughout the whole process. I couldn't have asked for a better contractor. read more

I've been searching for a contractor that has design background as well to design my kitchen. Jonathan was the guy they sent over he was pretty great did a on the spot draft and design then on the second appointment he brought a 3D model for us to see as well. We signed the contract on our second meeting and the new kitchen remodeling was completed in 4 weeks. The quality of the materials was awesome, the workers all knew English and were very considered and Jonathan spent a lot of time with us selecting everything and making sure the process was done smoothly. The price wasn't cheap but it's worth the money because we did get a full blown design service and a project manager. read more

We are incredibly happy with the work Metropolis Drafting & Construction did for us in early 2018. Ray and Jonathan managed our project with professionalism and ease. They stuck to the budget and timeline! They fixed things that were not up to their standard and they were incredibly transparent throughout the whole process. We feel incredibly fortunate to have chosen them for our remodel. We have recommended them to friends and neighbors and we would hire them again! read more

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We recently completed a major remodeling of our home, involving reconfiguring our kitchen layout, installing all new custom cabinets and appliances, replacing all flooring, opening a wall, upgrading the stair bannisters from wood to wrought iron, installation of french doors, wall paneling and tiling, and painting We selected Jonathan and his company Metropolis Drafting & Construction to be our primary design architect and contractor after interviewing several companies. We could not be any happier with our choice. Jonathan is a true professional, and a rarity in the world of contracting. He is an architect by training, and has an outstanding design eye. Jonathan made countless recommendations to us on layouts, coloring and choice of materials that really helped us to land on a design and materials that we loved. He gained a quick understanding of our tastes in style and color, and all of his design recommendations were presented in very easy to visualize 3D drawings. Once we started construction Jonathan was on top of every step and detail in the demolition and construction process. He advised us up front on all of the projected costs, including detailed cost breakouts when requested. Our project was projected to run for 4-5 months, and we finished right on time due to Jonathan's outstanding focus on scheduling his work crews and ensuring materials were available when needed. Jonathan and his crews did all of the work compliant with local county building codes, and Jonathan personally managed the entire building permit and approval process to successful completion. Jonathan is also outstanding on any follow up items. As with any construction project, there will always be one or two small issues that surface after a job is completed, like a cracked tile or small paint or stain blemishes. All it takes is a single call to Jonathan and he will have one of his crew arrive promptly to correct the defects. Jonathan warrants all of his work, and he absolutely backs his warranty as evidenced by our experiences with him. We absolutely love the results of our remodeling project. We couldn't be happier with our choice of Jonathan as our designer and contractor, and will not hesitate to use him again in the future for additional projects. We highly recommend Jonathan and Metropolis Drafting & Construction to anyone looking for outstanding design and construction services! read more

Projects: -ADU (Detached Unit construction) -Whole House Window Install -Storage Unit Renovation It's very difficult choosing the right contractor. One who is all of these things: TRUSTWORTHY, TALENTED, & ON SCHEDULE. And if you're really lucky, someone who could even talk to you like a friend. This could be asking a lot from one contractor but I have to tell you, you get all of these traits from Jonathan and Team. He handled everything from: -Architectural Design (w 3/D renders) -Blueprinting -Foundation -Plumbing -Electrical -Framing / Drywall -Roofing -Stucco / Painting -Tile -Flooring -Windows -Cabinets -Lighting -Finishing touches (Interior & Exterior) ALL ON TIME We actually were caught of guard a few times from how quickly things were moving along! It helps that he is Organized; setting up Milestones to help with Tracking Progress as well as setting up Payments as the project progressed. Burbank is tricky to deal with to boot; with all of their stringent rules and ordinances, but Jonathan was there to side with us every step of the way; he really made that part of the process easy enough to deal with. Construction projects are a real challenge (to say the least); I'd be ignorant to say that everything goes perfectly. But if you want close to "Perfect", Do yourself a favor and start with Jonathan and his Team (Metropolis Drafting and Construction Inc.) You'll thank me later. read more