Kind words
“We knew when we started this project it was a very special house, but now after living in it for a month we KNOW it is incredible. We are glad you guided us in creating something new that retains the integrity of what Roland Terry originally designed.”
- Linda A.
“What a surprise to get a beautiful plant today and greetings from everyone at DeForest Architects. It was so incredible to wake up here today, to look at the view as the sun came up, and to appreciate the homes design as we enjoyed our first cup of coffee in the house. Thanks for exceeding our expectations.”
-Eric P. & Barb P.
“We chose DeForest Architects for our second story addition and home renovation. And we’re so glad we did. They must have some kind of magical mind-meld powers -- because our new home is truly a reflection of our wishes, yet somehow more peaceful and gracefully proportioned than we could have imagined. From the start, John was able to work with our budget, and was thoughtful about presenting cost comparisons. We repeatedly heard from others how stressful this process was going to be, yet our experience has been nothing short of joyful! In the end, we have a beautiful home that feels like us.”
-Lauren O.
“We are both very pleased with the final result. The place almost feels like we did one of those Alice in Wonderland tricks of taking a confined space and making its dimensions expand once you enter into it. We really appreciate all the great work that you both did in making this project happen, all the way from the original inspiration through design and into the making it real. Thank you.”
- Gideon R.
“We love the house and are grateful for all the assistance and inspiration provided by everyone who worked on our project. We feel very fortunate to have had such a good team... We will miss our frequent interactions with Deforest & G. Little.”
-Bonnie L. & Norma L.
“John DeForest is unique in his approach to residential architecture. And it can be summed up in one word: process. He has grounded his architectural values around one key principle: great design comes from client collaboration and engagement in the design process. The DeForest process had begun, and it was inclusive, hands-on, fun, introspective, inventive, and addictive. In the end we felt we owned the final design and had fully collaborated in the energizing creative process.”
-Paul & Penny F.
“I wanted to share our whole membership’s thanks for responding so beautifully to the vision we had for our new church home.”
“Just wanted to let you know that I LOVE the new church! Many of the testimonies were of member’s gratitude for the new church and how it seemed to express all of the ideas that we had wanted to express: light, beauty, peace, reflection.”
“…It is a lovely job. That old brick wall in the auditorium is a jewel, so interesting it is hard to keep your eyes off it! I have heard many favorable comments about the design, and we are having full crowds. The garden idea was truly inspired. It makes the space really special, even lyrical. The celebration of light is wonderful. And the most charming of all, may be the preservation of an old space with its long history.“
-Members of First Church of Christ, Scientist