We are very happy with the work completed by Landis Architects/Builders. I would not hesitate to refer this company to others or use their services for a future project.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - Landis essentially rebuilt our house. They are a bit pricey, but bring the knowledge, experience, and quality work. We had an excellent experience with the construction team headed by Luis Orellana. Allowing for setbacks due to the pandemic, they completed the project in a timely fashion- with great communication and a professional atmosphere. Known for their reputation of doing great work, Landis certainly lived up to the hype.

We picked Landis for our project as they had been used by 3 different family members ranging from a major addition to a large Bethesda home incorporating 2 plots into one (including hardscape and a swimming pool), to a basement and sunroom remodelling of a DC split level, to the drawing up of builder-ready plans of 2 levels of a 100+ year old rowhouse in DC. We needed an aging-in-place renovation of a split level as well as a basement remodel. What stands out are (1) the architectural design which was extremely creative given the limitations of a split level, and (2) the professionalism of the Landis staff - architects and builders alike. Our project was done during COVID with all its limitations. However, the project though slowed by COVID, met all its deadlines. A major remodel to our home 30 years ago was not with a design-build firm. With Landis we could see the difference. Landis handled all communications with the architects and the various building staff and we were kept up to date via Builder Trend on a daily basis. When we had questions, Landis was quick to respond. When we brought up changes, Landis gave us priced out options. When there were delays due to COVID-related shipments, Landis informed us immediately. Landis does quality work. We are back in our home and enjoying the changes immensely.

Our project was completed on time and on budget with high quality

We used Landis for a major renovation to our 1930s Tudor home in DC. They were phenomenal from beginning to end. They helped us to update our entire home while keeping its original charm. Their staff are extremely professional and lovely to work with. Even the subcontractors were great. I would highly recommend!

Would be happy to recommend them.

It's a little too early in the process to have any strong feelings about this. I don't feel comfortable giving feedback on a lot of these metrics yet.

Very professional, timely, great workman and staff.

I will recommend Landis Construction to friends. we were not in the house while work was done but Landis people took pictures and sent them as progress occurred. work was done on time and as predicted. End punchiest was resolved and three things missed in the final walkway were handled quickly and well, two of them without cost.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - Landis Architects are excellent. They are very much about their customer service and have done a great job.

The quality of the work is excellent. The price of the work is very high.

Landis was thoughtful and collaborative throughout our project!

I cannot strongly agree with this until after we complete construction. Based on the design phase, I believe Landis has very strong attributes in terms of organizational capabilities and David Richardson has been excellent. However, the communication issues with Brett Schoolnick, the timeline to incorporate changes/comments into plans, and the budget misses throughout the process would make me hesitant to rate this category as a 4 at this point.

We've done two big projects with Landis and have been highly satisfied both times. On time, professional, within budget, engaged ownership.

Excellent and timely work by skilled professionals.

Tahani could not be nicer, really, both in terms of her design and customer care. Ethan looking after our project comforted us, as he is an owner. We did not face any situation that we would need to reach out Ethan to solve any issues. Tahani, Dale, a project manager, and Martin, a lead carpenter, were so very responsive.

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - They are first and foremost very professional. They try to keep the schedule and budget. They think for us, instead of just getting a job done quick. Stated differently, we trust them, which probably the most important element of picking a general contractor.

We had a great experience with Landis.

Schedule

Schedule - Dale was very clear about the scheduling of the project. The team finished the project within the agreed upon timeframe, which was really nice - I had been mentally building in delays into the schedule and was pleasantly surprised. When the timeline needed to be adjusted because of an incorrect cabinet, Dale was direct and upfront about the issue and made sure that we had the highest quality work done.

Excellent experience from start to finish. I feel our renovation could not have gone smoother. My interactions with Tahani Share (architect) and Luis Orellana (head carpenter) were especially outstanding in terms of being responsive to changes, respecting and understanding what we our goals were for individual parts of the renovation and to adapting to whatever issues arose.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - I had a really great experience.

Very professional and collaborative throughout the entire project. Excellent communication.

Landis completed a complicated project on time and on budget with great communication and updates throughout. They're trustworthy and reliable in a way that's not always easy to find.

We are very happy with the work and the outcome. It’s hard to believe we did an addition as everything blends in so well.

Overall, we have been very happy with the work completed by Landis Architects/Builders. We brought them a very large project and have been very impressed with how timely the work was completed! When they gave us a timeline for when we might expect the work to be finished, they really meant it! Not to mention, everything turned out absolutely beautifully! Plus, the process, although quite cumbersome and very time intensive, was actually relatively fun and made enjoyable and easy to manage by the staff assigned to assist throughout the process. We will certainly be using Landis again and already have begun future project plans to do so :)

We did a major design/build project with Landis on a historic home where we gutted and updated the existing interior and then added a large addition. They were simply amazing to work with. Super organized, trustworthy, on-time, high quality and the finished product is perfection. Many of our neighbors complimented us on such acourteous and efficient team during the renovation process -- when do you hear of that?? There were often up to 20 tradespeople working at the same time to get a long job done in exactly the time they said it would. Highly recommend Landis for large and complex projects.

Very well prepared for designing, getting the permits and executing construction on Capitol Hill.

Definitely would, and have recommended, but most neighbors and friends we have talked to are looking at a lower price point. We have pointed out that our bath project also included new hot water system, underpinning, and electrical heavy up -- people still think it is on high end of range. We are very pleased though!

Areas Of Satisfaction

Areas Of Satisfaction - Ability to get a quick start, quality of work, communication from start, expertise of Ethan Landis in quickly assessing best options for desired goals.

Additional Comments

Additional Comments - Thanks to Ethan, Henry, Israel and Jon for their work - both the bath and fireplace have significantly improved our home. We would definitely contact Landis if we have any future interior construction needs!