Axis Architects

We were new to home renovation when we first considered redesigning our 100+ year-old row-house in DC. While we had some ideas about the space initially, we knew we’d need the help of a professional architect before we would decide to to go forward. We had to consider the age of the home, our budget, and temporarily re-locating ourselves and our two young kids, among many other things. We discovered Axis Architects and a few others on Houzz but after talking to Shahnur we knew immediately that we wanted to work with Axis. He asked great questions of us and patiently and thoroughly answered the litany of questions we had about the process. When it came time for the design process the Axis team showed us potential that we didn’t think was possible in our little space. Axis’ level of professionalism gave us the confidence to take on the project. We knew we were in good hands. When it came time for the dreaded DC permitting process, Axis’ experience and insight was equally invaluable. We’d still be waiting for a permits if it weren’t for Axis’ responsiveness and knowledge. Now we are near the end of our full-house renovation and watching the design become real is truly exciting. Axis has been wonderful to work with and their design has transformed the look, space and function of our home. We highly recommend Axis. They are absolute pros.

We hired Axis Architects to redesign the layout of our third floor in our townhouse to increase the general functionality for our family of 4. More precisely, they worked on the master bathroom layout, creation of laundry room, and expansion of closets in secondary bedrooms. We decided to use their architectural services to make plans before hiring general contractors (GC) in order to have the proper plans suited to our needs. During the design stage, Shahnur and Elena came with three creative preliminary designs addressing the functional needs of our family. Once we decided on a design, they provided a demolition and building plan, filed the building permit, and helped with contractor recommendations. Shahnur and Elena stayed involved during the construction phase by reviewing the plan early on with the GC, made themselves available to discuss specific details with the GC, and visited the home to see the overall progress of the construction according to the design. Working with Shahnur and Elena was effortless and a great experience and we recommend Axis Architects to help with any of your construction designs. Their commitment is exceptional and their creativity is noteworthy. We will rehire Axis Architects for any future construction/design projects.

I recently had the pleasure of working with the amazing and sweet Renee for an initial assessment of my home, and I was thoroughly impressed with her expertise and approach. Unfortunately, I couldn't proceed with the project due to personal reasons, but I wanted to share my experience. From the start, Renee was amazing. She took the time to understand my needs and preferences, ensuring that her suggestions were budget-friendly and considerate of the items I already owned. Her creativity and attention to detail were evident in her thoughtful recommendations. Moreover, Renee creates a judgment-free space that makes you feel comfortable and supported, especially if you feel shy or ashamed about your current situation. She was incredibly patient and understanding throughout the process, listening attentively to my ideas and concerns and giving value to the reasons that brought me to this point. Her professional yet warm demeanor made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. I highly recommend Renee to anyone looking for an interior designer/decorator and professional organizer who is not only skilled but also genuinely cares about her clients. I look forward to working with her again in the future when the time is right.

Axis Architects is a small family-run architectural firm, yet thanks to its highly talented and versatile principals, Shahnur and Elena, and their capable team of associates and sub-contractors, it packs the technical capabilities of a large architectural firm. My own experience with Axis has been nothing short of outstanding. I retained them to prepare construction drawings and assist me with obtaining the building permit for a small scale residential construction project in Washington DC. Throughout the project, which lasted almost one year, Shahnur and Elena have been providing invaluable support to me with construction advice, numerous modifications of initial project plans (per my request), and obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals from DoB. They have been always patient, friendly and professional. The initial construction designs were executed without any major modifications and resulted in a highly efficient use of interior building space. I would highly recommend Axis Architects to any small scale residential developer or homeowner planning a major renovation project.

Axis Architects did a superb job of making our vision a reality. They created a living space that we absolutely love. My husband and I decided to enlarge our family home. We knew we couldn’t do it alone and began to search for local architects. We loved the photos we saw on Houzz that portrayed much of the work Axis had completed. The design we ended up choosing allowed us to keep some of the old blended seamlessly with a new relaxed living space. Our new space provides lots of room to entertain family and friends. The house is flooded with natural light. Large windows and clean lines make for an inviting, beautiful, and comfortable living space. Shahnur and Elena listened carefully to what we were looking for and delivered it in fine detail. We also used the design team to complete the interior details, so the house would come together and it was perfection. We are very thankful to have crossed paths with Axis Architects. They have created an extraordinary home that we will enjoy for many years to come.