Testimonials

DAW was the only firm to solve our requirement of expanding our existing dining room to accomodate twelve people. Their creativity not only solved this issue, but relocated our laundry room to a more convenient location and increased the size.

As a result we remodeled many rooms in our home and our rear terraces and pool area.* We found the DAW team to always be professional, prompt, creative and affordable. We certainly would use them in the future should the need arise.

*Their space planning was precisely what they wanted; comfortable, accessible and elegant. The color palette, furniture and cabinetry was excellent.

Linda - Almaden, CA

I had the pleasure of using DAW's services when constructing a 14,000 square foot Louis XVI chateau in Atherton.

DAW's initial suggestions relative to architectural detailing saved me thousands of dollars. Their research and knowledge of this period of architecture was impressive and their suggestions and drawings definitely increased the value of this home.

DAW's charges for their services were also very competitive. I am discussing the possibility of using DAW on a 17,000 square foot contemporary residence I plan to build, also in Atherton.

Manou - Atherton, CA

We, some years ago, contracted with Dick and Judy to plan a remodel for our then existing home.

Before we completed the remodel plans we moved across the street to a much larger home.

Based on how our family lives and their excellent suggestions with construction documents, we achieved all that we hoped for. DAW remodeled virtuatlly every room in our house as well as our rear terrace and out door dining areas.

We found Dick and Judy to be very competent and engaging. We're presently in the process of remodeling three bathrooms and our family room with them. We would enthusastically recommend DAW.

Bob & Shelly - San Jose, CA

I have just completed an extensive interior design project in my new home.

This has included fine furniture, cabinetry and closet organization (especially important to me).

I continually tell Judy I am amazed at how well and how quickly she "hits the nail on the head" relative to my preferences, with her creative suggestions. Judy is the consummate professional. I completely concur with DAW's tag line; Design excellence, on time, within budget.

Ann - Sunnyvale, CA

I have been a satisfied client of DAW for over a quarter century.

Judy and Dick have completed eight major projects for me in Atherton, San Carlos, Woodside and Palm Springs.

I have always been impressed and pleased with the quality of their work.

My projects have included major remodels as well as many interior design challenges. One of the more valuable aspects of DAW's services is that the same furniture and window coverings, albeit with minor adjustments, Judy and Dick have designed, have worked in each and every home they have created, The savings have been substantial.

I highly recommend them.

Carol - Atherton, CA

I had a chance meeting with Judy and the conversation casually went to my wanting to change the tile on my kitchen counters.

The end results was a brand new two story home!

As the result of many conversation with Judy and her partner where I listed my requirements and preferences that included taking in a family member, a new home was in order.

I am very happy in my new home and equally satisfied with the manner in which Design Associates West developed and managed my project.

Lorraine - Palo Alto, CA

We're moving!

You guys left such an imprint on that house that we sold it for more than we asked. Yes, O.K., I did some extra work but you got the remodel, floor plan, fireplaces, furniture, glass walls, chandeliers, etc. that put it all together.

Also thank goodness you designed everything to be multipurpose. The Living Room furniture is now in our Family Room and vice versa. The four club chairs are now split between the two rooms and everything looks as great.

Jennifer - Saratoga, CA