Well, it just didn't work out with Main Street Kitchens. After many iterations and dead-ends, we got to the end of the conceptual design and got an estimate that was twice any number previously given! I think they were just in over their heads, and wanted a way out without having to return the $3,000. I thought they could handle a whole house remodel (they claimed they could) and would tell us if it was too much for them. Unfortunately they never spoke up. Maybe they thought they could do it, I don't know. They're the nicest people though, and would probably be fine for a kitchen or bath remodel.
We didn't do much about the project for several months, and then started interviewing architects. After about half a dozen, we found one we really like: Joseph Remick. Previously Joe had worked for Michelle Kaufmann Designs (now out of business) on a friend's house, and they really liked him.
He also worked on this house: Tiburon Bay House.
Here's his web site: projectNORTH.
We're in the first phase, "discovery". This week Joe is measuring the house and drawing up the "as built" plans, which the city will need.
I can't wait to start kicking around ideas. Here are some photos of things I like on Houzz.
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