Dear Darren,
Thank you for doing such a wonderful job designing and managing the renovation of our new apartment. We are not only thrilled with the results, but also with the process. Your professionalism, integrity, attention to detail and reliability were evident every step along the way… from coming up with the initial design, to preparing thorough and detailed drawings, to helping us to select materials and a contractor, to assisting us through the Co-Op Board and Department of Buildings approval process, to suggesting ways to minimize costs while still maintaining the integrity of our ideas, right down to the last item on the punch list! You were there every step along the way. One hears so many horror stories about architects, but we are happy to say that we had a completely different (i.e. positive) experience. Your detailed drawings, down to every last electrical outlet, enabled the contractor to give us a realistic cost estimate, and most importantly, stay within budget during the construction phase. We also really appreciated your reliability… when you told us that you would get something done by a certain deadline, you always came through, never excuses! Already, countless friends, neighbors and relatives have visited us and admired your work. We were so pleased with the job you did that we have already referred you to two of our friends (as you know), and would be happy to serve as a reference for any future clients.
Once again, it was a real pleasure working with you.
Fondly,
Susan Klitzman
Jeff Shapiro
Plaza Street F2
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As a practicing chiropractor in Manhattan I wanted to build out a signature office in the financial district that would represent my staff in the best possible light. After meeting Darren China of Studio China Architecture + Design I was struck by his dedication and the manner in which he presented himself and his company. Never having worked with an architect on a commercial property before, he guided me through the design process and was there to make sure that the contractors did exactly what I wanted them to do as was laid out in the plans. Darren was always open to discussion about the final product and I must say that I am very pleased with the results right down to the color scheme and furnishings. My office is an efficient and aesthetically beautiful place where patients enjoy coming to for health care. I intend to utilize Studio China Architecture + Design for all of my future architectural needs and am currently in the process of redesigning my office in Brooklyn with Darren.
Dr. Sean Cotter
Liberty Wellness & Chiro
30 Wall Street, Suite 500
New York, NY 10005
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Darren,
I knew when I met you and gave you this job I was doing the right thing for myself and my family. I just wanted to take the opportunity to say that your work as evidenced by these drawings is exemplary. I look forward to any contribution I can possibly make to the success of your career now or in the future.
Best,
Eddie Hanna
497 Broome Street Realty, LLC
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Darren China designed a partition to create a second bedroom in our apartment. He carefully considered the general requirements and idea we had for the project and then presented us with several schematic drawings. His designs creatively addressed the utilitarian and aesthetic aspects of the room division. He researched the period of architecture and design of our building, explored and priced a variety of panels, materials, and hardware, and couldn’t have been more helpful with answering questions throughout the planning process. Our experience working with Darren has been completely positive and we would recommend him without reservation.
John Descarfino
Catrina Genovese
Plaza Street E8
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Dear Darren,
Thank you so much for assisting us in the renovation of our home. The results are spectacular! It was a pleasure working with you and Isolde, You are both very competent and resourceful.
We appreciate the care you took in executing the drawings and supervising the work. We are sure that the completed project reflects not only the competence of the contractor, but your attention to detail.
We are especially pleased with your selection of colors, materials and hardware. You saved us a great deal of time (and possibly money) in doing the leg work. Everything is beautiful and top quality. We are sure that we will enjoy it for years to come.
We appreciate the fact that you were always available and responded very quickly to any questions and concerns. Your commitment to your work is evidenced in the finished product. Please feel free to have any prospective clients call us for a recommendation.
Sincerely,
Elliot Greene
Amy Loewenberg