Armada Design & Build Inc.

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Niki Thompson

Date: 2024-12-11 03:56:11

Working with Armada has been a great experience. We had them put on a two bedroom two story addition. We are very impressed with the finished project and the timeliness of completion. Sam and Derek were our on-site team and they have put significant care into ensuring everything is to our liking. Sam FaceTimed us while we were away or made sure to call us over if we were available to chat preferences, keeping us engaged and involved as much as we desired. Any small issue identified was resolved quickly and to our satisfaction. The only issues really were about design and I wish we had a bit more time and energy put in from the design team to prevent them from occurring in the first place. Sam and Derek though went above and beyond to help with a sewer issue saving us significantly over what the city was trying to push. Armada had their crew ready to go as soon as the city approved permits. They kept to their schedule for project completion. Highly impressive to keep all the crew, permitting and inspections going over the three month project. The quote from Armada was on par or lower than many others while we were shopping around. There was less than 5% in change orders needed in findings or enhancements so the budget was well defined. Overall, very highly recommend Armada for any renovation project. If we ever have anything in the future I’m sure we’ll be back.

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Stephen Fenton

Date: 2024-03-25 02:29:26

I hired Armada around August 2023 to help me remedy a previous poor remodel job with two of my small/mid-sized bathrooms in my home. The job would ultimately end up being practically a tear-down to the studs, with rebuild up to their standards. Effectively everything about the Armada process was great. A quick rundown of the process: - We began with conversations about what I wanted the project to look like, budget, and general timeline. - After an initial down payment, we moved to the design phase. A certain number of hours with their in-house designer were paid for with this, including a home visit where the designer could take measurements, get a general feel for the decoration/layout/style of the rest of the house, and have a conversation with me about other things, such as which elements would stay (tubs, hardware, etc.). - Tile, materials, paint, etc. were then selected. 3D renders were made of how the project would presumably look, so that I'd have an idea of what I was buying in to. These renders were allowed to be rejected, altered, etc.; at one point, I completely scrapped the look of the master bathroom that I was going for so that we could go with something more modern. - After this began construction timeline; construction began in February 2024 and was estimated to take 6-8 weeks. Construction did end up completing in this timeline, maybe even slightly faster, with no corners cut. - Everything during construction was very professionally handled. Honestly, from day one when they put up plastic walls to protect the other rooms in my house I was impressed. - The in-house professionals were super knowledgeable. The tile guy in particular knew what questions to ask me, had different options prepared, was easily able to take on requests that I gave him, and the tile in both of the showers is gorgeous. Floor and baseboards as well. - My project manager was quick to respond to any issues, from over text to coming to the house that day to drop off materials that subcontractors would need. He was also continuously on top of scheduling teams to come to the house and take care of work. In the timeline of construction there was very little downtime. - The crews kept their work areas very clean. Large trash hauls were handled every so often, and construction never felt overbearing. My only negative to raise would be to ensure that whatever is discussed makes it onto the final contract. Two things I had at least informally discussed did not make it on to the final document: - Moving a heated towel rack to another location - A small niche in the shower for resting a foot while shaving The final cost was also a bit higher than my initial expectation- around $80k for both bathrooms. I have not done comps to see how that compares to other companies, but the quality of the work is high and I am very happy. These are small concerns that are incredibly easy to follow up on. I would highly recommend Armada.

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S.K. Burney

Date: 2024-07-23 23:01:24

Armada has been great to work with. They just completed our custom home, and we couldn’t be happier with the finished project. Derek and Sam (our contractors) were very easy to work with, very approachable and understanding. They made some complicated things happen for us and walked us through the entire process with patience and guidance. Like any big project there were speed bumps along the way, but they managed it all really well keeping us informed. We had a particular design vision in mind, and they worked with us like a team, making sure every detail turned out exactly how we wanted.

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T B

Date: 2024-10-21 22:07:52

Hats off to the Armada Design and Build Team. From Ryan to Emma to Greg. The remodel of our master bath was relatively seamless. Their quality of attention to detail was superb. Greg Gordon’s coordination of the project was outstanding. Would highly recommend Armada’s support staff and artisans. 5 out of 5 STARS to all. Jim & Terri

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Anna M

Date: 2024-11-30 02:24:40

We recently had a renovation completed by Armada, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From start to finish, their team demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism and expertise.Robin and Omar, in particular, were outstanding—they were incredibly responsive and attentive to every detail of the project from start to finish. What truly set Armada apart was their commitment to addressing any concerns or issues swiftly and efficiently. Whether it was a minor adjustment or a more significant challenge, they handled it with great care and transparency, ensuring that the project always stayed on track. Throughout the entire process, the quality of their work and their communication made a world of difference. Armada is a top-tier construction company that truly goes above and beyond, and I would not hesitate to hire them again or recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, detail-oriented professionals.

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kenyon Family

Date: 2024-02-29 19:10:56

==The short version== Our experience with Armada has been exceptional. Here's why: 1.The team members—Gregg and Derek—were not only professional but also incredibly respectful, patient, and attentive. 2.The quality of our new space met our expectations, delivering on our desire for a modern, open floor plan with a spacious kitchen. 3.The post-move-in support exceeded our expectations, with Derek promptly addressing any issues and ensuring our satisfaction. Despite encountering a few minor flaws, which is common in projects of this scale, Armada's dedication to resolving them thoroughly and promptly left us completely satisfied. We wholeheartedly recommend Armada to anyone seeking a reliable and high-quality renovation service. attaching a lot of photos as reference!!! ==Long story with honest reviews== From the outset, our journey with Armada has been marked by professionalism, dedication, and outstanding service. When we embarked on our project, we had clear goals in mind—to transform our dated, cramped space (1980s house, so many walls to divide the space) into a modern oasis that suited our lifestyle and preferences (we want an open floor style, with addition to extend the house). This vision was realized thanks to the expertise and support of the Armada team, led by Gregg, Derek, Yana and Johnason Throughout the process, Gregg's experience and patience were invaluable. Despite the challenges posed by our limited budget, Gregg worked to ensure that our dreams were realized within our means. His regular communication and willingness to address our concerns, no matter how small, instilled confidence in us from day one. During the build phase, Derek's expertise and hands-on approach were evident. Despite encountering unexpected issues, such as a leaking pipe and 2nd floor joint space design challenges (with 2 different ceiling heights), Derek quickly found solutions and ensured that the project stayed on track.his proactive approach to problem-solving put us at ease. However, it was during the post-move-in phase that Armada truly impressed us. Derek's dedication to ensuring our satisfaction was evident in every interaction. He promptly addressed any issues we raised, going above and beyond to make sure that every detail met our standards. From fixing minor flaws to addressing structural concerns, Derek and the Armada team left no stone unturned in ensuring that our home was perfect. (in details, after we lived in the new house 6 months later, we found some minor issues, they still sent contractors to fix them right away, without any cost, very responsive and responsible!!!!) I n conclusion, our experience with Armada has been nothing short of exceptional. Despite the inevitable challenges that come with a renovation project, their professionalism, expertise, and commitment to customer satisfaction shone through at every stage. We are thrilled with the results and would not hesitate to recommend Armada to anyone seeking a reliable and high-quality renovation service.

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Ken Z

Date: 2024-03-01 08:30:56

I and my family are enjoyed for the house extension and remodeling project done by Armada Design & Build Inc. Both consultant Gregg and general contractor Derek are every easy to work with, and responsible for project scheduling and job quality. Their provided recommendations which improves overall living comfortableness and save us time and efforts to do it post remodeling, i.e. installing A/C system during remodeling with air return on second floor. We are very satisfied with their job. I'd highly recommended them for the remodel and build projects.

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John Sykes

Date: 2024-05-31 21:15:04

I did an expensive remodel to my condo including removing walls, updating three bathrooms, installing HVAC, a bar, and updating and refinishing floors. This was my first time doing any project of this scale and I'm glad I had Armada to walk me through each step. The design process was very thoughtful and included multiple meetings with the designer to work with me and understand my design goals and style. We came up with three options to choose from, but borrowed standout bits from each. The lighting in particular stands out as very well done and I get compliments on the choices from friends and professionals. Once we had a finalized design, I met with my contractor team, Sam and Derek, who were personable, patient, and professional in helping me through all stages of the project. Sam became my main point of contact once the construction started and he was very responsive any time I messaged him. We had to contend with your typical HOA struggles and Sam was very communicative and helpful in alleviating any worries the HOA had while working with me to come up with solutions to any problems that arose like protecting the exterior walkways and noise management. All said and done the project took about 5 months and thanks to Sam and Derek it was exciting and educational to watch the project progress. As is expected in any major project in a building from 1962, we encountered some unexpected complications due to the older building's idiosyncrasies, but Sam and Derek were quick to communicate them and talk me through options and costs to address them. As things neared completion and we began getting into the weeds they made sure they had me onsite to review progress and note anything that needed to be fixed or changed which is common when you have a major remodel. Sam and his team were quick to make adjustments to ensure that the quality loved up to their standards. They've also encouraged me to stay in contact with any questions I have or adjustments that I might notice once I've fully moved in and lived there for a bit which is extremely helpful. Overall, I'm extremely happy with how the renovation turned out. It's gorgeous, functional, and all happened according to schedule. I highly recommend the Armada team for their talent, professionalism, and skill.

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Scott Macy

Date: 2025-01-14 03:00:08

Derek from Armada has been so responsive in dealing with our punch list at the end of our remodel. Today I mentioned a need and same day he had someone at my home that fixed our problem in less than 15 minutes. It’s been great working with Derek and I will definitely deal again! Thanks Armada.

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richard goodman

Date: 2024-11-13 00:26:33

Armada Design/Build – Alex, the owner, runs a first-class operation. My wife, Kathy, and I had two large interior renovation/design projects that I’ll simply call the upstairs project and the downstairs project. We interviewed three different companies and eventually requested initial design drawings, cost estimates, and timelines from two. Initial cost estimates were all similar; designs were creative; but timelines were quite different. We selected Armada because of the start dates and timeline for each project, and equally importantly, we really liked the people! The design phase for the upstairs project was challenging because we knew our functional requirements but could not envision a layout. Craig Bartel was our assigned designer, and he was perfect for us. Very patient. During meetings he displayed his computer layouts on a big screen and provided take home printouts and PDFs for us to study further and edit for the next meeting. He brought great ideas to the project. Originally, there were three bedrooms, a rec room and a shared bathroom. Craig’s design created a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet and a study/office. It added a new ¾ bathroom to serve the two remaining bedrooms and included an extensive built-in bookcase in the hallway. Throughout the process, Robin Briggs kept a detailed spreadsheet of the estimated costs as the design project evolved, and she helped tremendously with hardware and finishing suggestions to keep us within budget. The downstairs project was a kitchen, family room and powder room renovation. There were structural design requirements to replace a supporting post and pony wall separating the kitchen and family room with a support beam, opening the entire space. It also included adding a large picture window to the breakfast nook. The structural engineer they consulted excellent as was the permitting process with City of Kirkland. My wife Kathy is a geologist and was very particular about the extensive stone work installed downstairs and in the upstairs bathrooms. Nick and Natalia at Atlantic Stone and Tile were outstanding subcontractors for Armada. They spent considerable time with us in the final slab selections, finishing and installation. Their work was flawless. Project execution took the upstairs and the downstairs spaces down to floorboards and studs. The key person for us was Greg Gordon, our assigned project manager. He was incredible! Greg’s coordination of the subcontracting plumbers, electricians, painters, floor finishers, cabinet, lighting, tile, carpet, wallpaper and appliance installers seemed effortless. He was onsite and met with us frequently. He was very easy to reach by phone or text, even after hours and weekends! He was extremely responsive to all our needs and delightful to work with. The projects finished on budget and very close to on time!! In short, Armada Design/Build was an outstanding choice for us. We went to them with a high-end project, and we’re delighted with what they delivered.

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Will Portnoy

Date: 2024-06-11 03:45:57

We recently completed a complete kitchen renovation with Armada. We have had some previous renovation experience, and we were very happy with the Armada process starting with design through construction. Pricing and schedule were transparent (important to us) and reasonably on target (also important to us). As the project progressed and questions arose, we came to solutions that made sense for both parties. Armada was conscious of our constraints (we had continuity through our sales person Robin) and we were able to preserve the majority of our requests and anticipate unknowns through the design process (with our designer Craig). Execution was very smooth and it was clear that Armada’s crews (and on-site project manager Jacob) were focused on getting the job done well. Jacob constantly communicated what was going to happen next in the project, and I never felt like I had unanswered questions. We were supported by the team in the Armada office as well. The actual construction process was smooth, and Armada made accommodations for our cats and children that made living without a kitchen for a few months bearable. And now that we have our brand new kitchen - it works well, and we don’t have any regrets choosing Armada.

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Christian J

Date: 2024-06-11 16:18:58

At the end of the day, I can't say enough good things about Derek and Aya at Armada. The design process made us feel heard and valued. Aya was quick to assist throughout the project and gave us confidence along the way. Upon completion of our project, our vision was realized. Derek was our project manager and I will always sing his praises. Derek cared more about delivering us a beautiful, quality home than we did – and that’s hard to come by. Derek’s patience, understanding, and kindness during an inevitably stressful process is invaluable. Sam, our superintendent, was a huge help as well – even spending his entire weekend dealing with some unexpected circumstances at the construction site. Sam’s attention to detail and diligence shine through at every step. Armada delivered us a home that THEY are proud of. That speaks volumes.

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Keith Webb

Date: 2024-04-10 21:41:00

4 years later... Armada's team completely remodeled 2 bathrooms for us in 2020. This was our 3rd major remodel and the easiest yet. It was completed within close to budget and in only 7 weeks. Now, 4 years later, I can report it's held up great. Every morning I'm thankful for our nice bathroom space. Thank you, Armada!

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Tania Valdes

Date: 2020-12-05 18:52:48

We hired Armada to remodel our main floor earlier this year, with most of the work focused on our kitchen and family room. This was a full remodel of the kitchen — everything was completely torn out, leaving the inner walls and studs completely exposed, and even replacing an existing window with 2 new windows (in different locations) — and then a beautiful luxury kitchen was built back. Other work included fully redoing the cabinetry in the family room, taking down a dividing arch (and associated columns) from our living/dining rooms, replacing the carpet in the living/dining rooms and office with hardwood, replacing lighting fixtures, adding new lights, and even building-in the (existing) subzero fridge into the garage. The end result is phenomenal and we cannot be more pleased. In short: - The quality of the work is outstanding - attention to detail, design, pride in the craftsmanship throughout; - In addition to our own happiness with the result, we have gotten consistently excellent feedback from friends and visitors, including folks from within the trade who would know — e.g. the City inspector who came to sign off on the work/permit at the end said it was one of the nicest kitchens he had seen in 25+ years as an inspector, the air ducts cleaning company owner (who does our annual winter cleaning) noticed the quality of the work and asked for a referral to Armada for project he was personally looking to do; - The design itself has some unusual innovation regarding the windows which came out of excellent work by both Briana (designer) and Alex (owner) in looking to address our specific requests related to sunlight with privacy — other vendors we spoke were not willing to try new things or did not have the expertise to do so; - The project management was great, Chip kept us fully informed of status and made sure things occurred when committed and any concerns/questions were promptly responded to; despite the inevitable challenges that arise with a major project of this magnitude (3 months), including have to deal with Covid related uncertainty and new regulations, Armada delivered within a week of the original estimate; - Armada’s crew were all clearly experts in their own areas of specialty, and did high quality work throughout; - Overall, Alex and the Armada team were highly professional and never cut corners even when it would not have been visible; a simple example — they installed new flooring even in spots below the new appliances that no-one could see except possibly briefly when the appliance would be replaced at some point in the very distant future. Many vendors would have not worried about the details that were not visible — that was not the case with Armada. While Armada is not going to be the cheapest quote you get, I’m confident they will be the best at a reasonable price. I am a frugal person by nature, and yet as a result of this project I’ve gone from initially skeptical to convinced that their work is completely worth what they charge. We are now looking to do another project with them (a new basement wet bar). I’ve attached some pictures showing the in progress and end state of the kitchen.

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S R

Date: 2024-05-01 20:02:54

Excellent high quality work. Very responsive and professional team. Had few challenges with other contractors for a project and glad that I got connected with Armada, who came in and fixed issues and addressed some challenging Waterproofing issues. Ryan and team are amazing professionals to work with.

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