Here is just a sample of what have others had to say about our staff and business:
"...I have worked with architects and designers throughout the Portland metro area. When I confronted a problem with the architects and designers in the past I wouldn't get answers for a few days or no answers at all. My recommendation of working with Western Design is high, because dealing with Western Design I have appreciated Elvin's experience in construction and prompt service. His suggestions and solutions are what a contractor needs to help a job progress smoothly."
Marshall Bex
Bex Construction
"Elvin,
YOU’RE THE MAN!! Thank you once again for your expertise and the obvious great respect that the County Building Officials have for your command of the code. Couldn’t have asked for a better result."
Steve R
Resort Development
"Thanks you so much. Your proposed layout was a thing of beauty. Once again I am impressed!"
Sean
"I have known and worked with Elvin for some time. He has proven to be an excellent resource to our department, in every aspect of building design.
Elvin is an intelligent, orderly person with the ability to group pertinent details rapidly. He is extremely versatile, adaptable, and meticulous in the accuracy and quality of his work. He is genial, co-operative, and has the ability to express himself clearly and concisely.
I have enjoyed working with Elvin. He is a professional in every respect. I highly recommend him."
W.R. Newell, Building Official
"I have worked with Elvin on numerous design projects over the years…. very talented Building Designers… honest and hardworking and a real pleasure for me to work with."
D.W. Engineer
"…many thanks for the outstanding job you did in designing our new home in Polson, Montana.
Your knowledge and background are evident, and we really appreciated your attention to detail and effort to get us the best product for our money. We highly recommend your services. Thank you!"
Larry and Elsie Carpenter
"The tour of your homes under construction and the builder's completed homes gave us ideas that resulted in a much more delightful house than we had originally planned at about the same cost. The improvement to the design will make the house so enjoyable.
Working with you and your staff has been a pleasure. We are happy to recommend your company."
B. Rex Brown
We have never regretted hiring you!
"We again want to thank you for the expert and timely way that you handled our project.
We have had more than 50 people come through the house since it has been completed and everyone has commented on the superb design and construction. A good bit of the credit must be given to you for the super set of drawings and details, suggestions of the Structural Insulated Panels and other materials. We find the house extremely economical to heat and cool.
We think you and George are a great team and would recommend you to any potential client you may have. Do not hesitate to use us as a reference and you are welcome to bring potential clients to see you handiwork.
…we found our working relationship most pleasant and you made so many suggestions in the early stages that definitely saved us considerable money and headaches.
We realize it must have been a challenge for you to work with two exacting professional like my wife and I. However, the end result speaks for itself.
We appreciate all the consideration that you gave us and the expert counsel. The drawings were first rate and we had no trouble with any of the details. Your intimate knowledge of the building codes was instrumental in helping us solve a complex design that we wanted incorporated. It never would have happened without your help.
Thanks again for a job well done."
Kindest regards,
Dick Marsellos
AIBD member and CEO of International Construction Company
and
Janice Marsellos
Interior Decorator - Beverly Hills CA
"Dear perspective customer:
We so graciously take a minute to recall our experience with Elvin Spurling in the design of our dream home. It was him that made us realize that not all building experiences have to be bad.
If you do not know Elvin, you will come to find out that he is very consciences in designing a structure that is not only appealing to the eye, but meets the building code for your area and is of quality construction. He gave many referrals in the construction profession. ... He shared cost saving measures, and the pros and cons of various lighting, siding and insulation products which we have benefited from in the decision making process.
We recommend Elvin Spurling to all of our friends who are building"
James and Shelly Schwartz
Your savvy with the code is marvelous!
I wish I'd known you last year when my company's project was pulling a mechanical permit on an office building in Beaverton.
S Henry
"… very professional, prompt, and honest. Regardless of the complexity of his designs, I find them to be very concise, precise and done in a manner that is very easily read.
… his plans to Deschutes County, have had no problems, resulting in a quicker, easier permit process.
I will choose to work with Western Design in the future, and would highly recommend thier services."
Kevin West
Authentic Log Works
Elvin, I wanted to let you know, I still get a lot of compliments on the house design.
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David
"…you were able to capture our vision and make our dream a reality.
… your professional approach has been an invaluable asset."
Lina and Stuart Johns
"Elvin’s documents are as good as any building designer I have seen. I am proud to recommend Elvin … I believe Elvin to be an asset to the industry …
When I first met Elvin he welcomed me (a stranger to the area) and offered me any assistance he could to help me establish my practice in the local area. This kind of attitude has helped him become successful. Elvin has also been successful in his practice because he works hard and is always improving his product.
…I will be happy to answer any questions and give a positive recommendation regarding his character and his work."
Fred B.
Architect
“This turned out to be a beautiful building and is a great example of how architecture and construction can enhance the area rather than warring with the surroundings. “a building that is built to last, with minimal maintenance.”
Don W.
Dear Western Design Intl:
Penny and I would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation for the outstanding work you and your staff did for us. We were extremely satisfied with your work, particularly your creativity, and ability to resolve all of the unique and challenging design issues that were important to us. We spoke with several other design firms before selecting your company and are very glad that we selected Western Design Intl to design our new home.
You and your staff made the entire process unbelievably fun and easy. So much so that we were disappointed to see this phase of the project come to an end! We will miss sitting around the conference table working through our forever changing and expanding list of priorities. You’ve created a wonderful family-like environment and made us feel a part of the team from the very beginning.
We were impressed with your willingness to burn the midnight oil to keep the project on track, setting up the net meeting while we were out of town, and even doing some redesigning when we were over budget. You designed the house we imagined and the house we could afford. We will always remember your mantra about windows, “bend wood, break wallet”!
It was also evident how closely you work with the builders. You encourage them to sit in on the meetings and are very accessible to answer their questions. Your supreme knowledge on all aspects of building has to be a huge help to a builder. As a result, homeowners can be sure that the finished product will not only be a solid house but the home that was designed.
If someone is looking for a great experience in having a new home designed, you won’t do better than Western Design Intl.!
Sincerely,
Penny and Barry Greig