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SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC

Architects

About us

SHARON F. WASHBURN, FAIA has practiced in the Washington, D.C. area since graduating from Cornell University, forming her own firm, Sharon Washburn, Architect, P.C., in 1978. Her firm specializes in both new and renovation residential work as well as historic preservation and small commercial projects. Her designs have been built from Maine to Virginia. She is actively involved in her profession, serving as 1992 President of the Washington chapter of the American Institute of Architects and a founding officer of the Washington Architectural Foundation. She has been awarded fellowship in the American Institute of Architects. She serves as a director of the Montgomery County Historical Society and the Bethesda Community Garden Club. Here are some of her thoughts about architecture. Good and bad design comes in many styles, whether it is a Federal structure or a Victorian row house or a 1960’s split level. My job is to offer you good design options, no matter what style your home or office is. The challenge of creating good design with tight restrictions of an existing structure or infill lot is more challenging than designing a new structure in an open field. Getting the most use of every inch of space becomes more critical as one tries to keep maximize one’s space without overbuilding. The process of working with an architect is a personal one, the client needs to be comfortable talking with their architect about who they are, how they live or work and what their dreams are, and yes, even how they use their bathroom. So it is important to work with an architect who you like, that you feel you can say no to: no, I don’t like that, or no, I don’t understand what you are showing me. And it is the architect’s job to give their client a full understanding of the job, both in terms of the design as well as the construction process as well as a design that reflects the client’s needs and visions, not the personal taste of the designer. It is a privilege to help people turn their dreams and needs in to reality and I hope that my expertise can make this process simpler and the end result more rewarding for my clients.

Business highlights

46 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

design, architectural working drawings, measured/as built drawings, construction consultation, feasibility studies/budgets, preliminary design, real estate prepurchase consultation,

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

4.52 Reviews
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
Showing 1-2 of 2 reviews

Michele C.
09/2018
2.0
architect
  + -1 more
I set up an appointment with Ms. Washburn to discuss my basement remodel. She told me she needed 2 hours of my time, which I obliged. She seemed experienced and spent most of the 2 hours discussing her credentials, which were impressive. She said she would give me an estimate the following week. That was about 2 months ago. I did not hear from her again.
Description of Work: drawing for basement renovation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0


Response from SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC
I did mail Ms. [Member Name Removed] a proposal 2 weeks after we met. I am sorry to hear that she did not receive it, this is the first I have heard that it did not arrive. After seeing this review I called and left a message, and I e-mailed her a copy of the proposal. She has not responded. I'm glad Angie's List provides to opportunity for clients and businesses to respond.

David O.
04/2016
5.0
architect
  + -1 more
She has her own company, and doesn't work for somebody else. She has done the most wonderful designs for my house going back 20 years. We have done 3 renovations for her for additions and they have all been great. I recommended her to friends and neighbors and they have been very satisfied. She is personal, she will give you suggestions and then work with what you want to do. She helps solve all kinds of interesting construction problems in older homes. She is great. She helps find you the contractor, you don't have to use them, you can use who you want. She is always able to find the right people for the job.
Description of Work: I used Sharon Washburn. She is a home architect.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

    Contact information

    5410 HUNTINGTON PKWY, Bethesda, MD 20814

    http://sharonwashburnarchitect.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Licensing


    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
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    FAQ

    SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC offers free project estimates.
    Yes, SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC does not offer a senior discount.
    No, SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC does not offer emergency services.
    No, SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC does not offer warranties.
    SHARON WASHBURN ARCHITECT PC offers the following services: design, architectural working drawings, measured/as built drawings, construction consultation, feasibility studies/budgets, preliminary design, real estate prepurchase consultation,

    Contact information

    5410 HUNTINGTON PKWY, Bethesda, MD 20814

    http://sharonwashburnarchitect.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM