We would highly recommend Harka. Patrick, Sarah and Sara were great to work with, and we're…read morethrilled with how it all turned out.

We consulted with Harka on a remodel, specifically looking for advice on energy efficient window…read morechoices and ERVs. Patrick's knowledge for products and technology was current, accurate, and took into account our budget. We LOVED working with Patrick on this small consultation, and hope to work with Harka in the future for a guesthouse buildout, if we're so lucky. :) Cannot recommend him enough!!!

Lisa and Kira are talented designers and take the time to listen to my vision and requests before…read morecoming up with a design that incorporates the details. They are always available for questions and made the process feel like working with friends! Love the design for my landscape!

LIsa is a real professional in the approach to what we asked for and our resulting backyard looks…read moregreat! Lisa and her designer created something that matched the rough thoughts we had, but went several steps beyond, making it better than what I had imagined in several ways. We started with some tired, neglected landscaping containing a lot of (sick) grass, and some drainage issues, and from that they created a mini nature park in our backyard, including a river-rock-filled dry creek bed, a packed gravel walkway around it, built-in drip irrigation, lighting, as well as a plan for trees and shrubs that will invite birds, bees, butterfiles, etc. This plan was executed by a company she frequently partners with - Oregon Outdoor Living - and they were great to work with as well. The workers are highly skilled and diligent. We're looking forward to see how it grows out! Communication has been excellent all of the way through. I don't think you can go wrong with her and her team.

I came to Propel for guidance when I was still forming the idea of Unicorn Bake Shop's first brick…read moreand mortar location in my head. I am SO glad I found them because they were an invaluable resource throughout the project! They helped me find and secure a location, find multiple excellent contracting firms to execute the project and spent hours with me nailing down every little detail. Tuan and Sam designed a beautiful shop that I love going to every day and I'm already eager to start working with them on our next brick and mortar someday. A total pleasure!

Working with Propel has been both a relief and a pleasure. Every question and concern listened to…read moreand treated with respect. Answers quick if not immediate. Explanations made, clarity maintained. Costs were clear up front, and they went out of their way to accommodate our work schedules and stayed after normal business hours. Worth way more than the cost, I highly recommend this group of dedicated, personable, and professional architects.

* Did not listen to my requests * Did not listen to budget…read moreconstraints * Took over 1 year to complete a simple floor plan * Met with constant procrastination * Plans did not pass compliance to sufficiently meet building codes * Hesitated to make required changes * Ridiculously over charged to fix his mistakes and oversights * He is arrogant and inflexible. * Will definitely not be using him for our next building project.

We recently used Cida for a job located on the Oregon coast. Curtis was absolutely amazingly…read morehelpful. He promptly designed a retrofit design to use existing footings on a sign that had been demolished by a vehicle. He had the design out in less than a day! I will surely use Cida again!

CIDA is now near Tigard off I-5. I have been doing business with David Welsh for 40 years! Nobody…read moredoes a job better that David and his team at CIDA! From beginning to end, the project(s) turn out as planned!! I give them the highest score in planning, execution and cost control!!

We used Holah D+A for a major home remodel and addition. Greg and Libby were fantastic to work…read morewith. They listened to our ideas, added some cool ideas of their own, and designed a home that we love! Their design kept the 1950's vibe of our home, but updated it with a more modern style. From the basketweave design of the floor in the kitchen to the spa-like feel of the master bath, every touch is perfect. They were a tremendous help at every stage of the remodel. They helped make finish choices, worked with the contractor to keep the project moving, and helped make sure we got everything we asked for and more. We couldn't have done it with them!

Holah Design + Architecture, LLC came highly recommended. We needed an architect and a designer…read morefor a home office addition and remodel of a 1949 house. They were able to recommend several exceptional contractors that they'd worked with, which helped us get off to a timely start on the remodel. The public areas of the house were taken down to the studs. Libby designed some much needed storage, as well as a spectacular kitchen and main bath. Greg added additional character to the front of the house with the addition of a covered porch and addition to the garage to accommodate a workshop.

Here is all you need to know: Dan is the best architect you…read morecould dream of or be blessed with. Boom. No more needs to be said -- --but I will anyway -- He is just amazing. We had a HUGE job -- new construction and 3/4 of the house taken down to studs. We are out at the beginning of the Gorge and traveling here was not a big deal for him. That was so helpful and refreshing! Our project took a long time, and Dan was never-wavering and consistent in his constant shepherding. Above and beyond only begins to describe Dan. Dan takes the time to get to know you, how you live and what your space could look like for you. He is daring, but structurally diligent and sound. He is cutting edge on sustainability and eco-efficient houses. His designs have grace, beauty, simplicity, and strength. See his website, but trust me: Dan is the best advocate and dream-maker you could hope for if you are going to remodel. One of (the many) things I love about Dan is how he loves projects big and small. It is the people he bases his choices on for who he works for. If he likes you and what you are all about, he will take you on. Don't be put off with that -- it just means he will take your project PERSONALLY because he cares about YOU. (Renz, the Jack Terrior, will probably have to like you too. He goes everywhere with Dan.) And if you can "let go and let Dan," he will exceed all the smart ideas you thought you had for your space. I thought I knew all the solutions and neat things for our project. HA! Never in my wildest dreams could I have thought up what he did. Every day I walk around our house and think: I would have never thought of this or this is just so perfect. You are welcome to come see my house... but you should be forewarned: you will not want to go with anyone else once you see what he has done and once I get through smothering you with my accolades for him. One more thing: listen when he tells you who the good construction companies are in Portland.

From the owner: Services Provided +Architecture, Planning, Interior Design…read morefor Residential & Small Commercial Projects +Sustainability student/educator/advisor. +Energy efficient solutions. +Indoor air quality student/educator/advisor. (You can't spend 1/3 of your life in a sick place) +Universal design & ADA design solutions. +Site concept design. +Guiding home owners with initial construction budgets for renovations or new construction. +Building & Land-Use permitting.

Jessica and staff saved us. They were great to work with, very timely, and professional. They were…read morerecommended to us by another architect and we highly recommend them.

Todd Iselin provided us with a beautiful design for our new home addition. He was professional and…read morecourteous. We would recommend him.

Highly recommend! Frank is efficient, transparent, knowledgeable, and fairly priced. I hired them…read morefor tenant improvements for my professional office and will hire them for all future projects!