As a long-time client of Eustilus Architecture, I'm continually impressed by Eric's exceptional service and architectural expertise. Having collaborated with him on at least five rental property renovations and a significant third-floor pop-up project for our own home in DC, it's clear that Eric's skill and dedication are unparalleled. What sets Eric apart is his ability to handle projects of varying scales with the same level of detail and professionalism. From designing a cozy BBQ area to undertaking complex rental renovations and even personal home projects, Eric's versatility and creativity shine through in every task. One of the most noteworthy aspects of working with Eric is his adeptness in using modern technology. His ability to leverage these tools for design visualization not only aids in better understanding the project but also ensures that the final outcome aligns perfectly with our expectations. Beyond his technical prowess, Eric's approachability and willingness to engage at every project stage make the process enjoyable and stress-free. Whether it's following up on an ongoing project or offering insights for future endeavors, Eric is always available to provide guidance and answer any queries we might have. Having worked with numerous architectural firms over 15 years, our continuous collaboration with Eric for over five years speaks volumes about his reliability, skill, and professionalism. If you're looking for an architect who combines expertise with a client-focused approach, look no further than Eric at Eustilus Architecture.

• Developer

Eustilus designed and managed our major home renovation turning a one-story bungalow into a three-story farmhouse. Starting in the initial drawing phase, Eric's talent and commitment to his art was evident. He completely reimagined the concept we brought forth presenting us with a much more creative and efficient use of space. With his LEED certification, he incorporated knowledge of light and air movement into the design.The result has been a beautiful space that has more than met our needs as a family; it has had a great impact on our entire quality of life. As we moved onto the permitting and construction phases, Eric was clearly experienced and knowledgeable. The 3D virtual reality allowed us to make critical decisions and start planning for the space. Our contractor commented that Eric provided more than twice the pages of the typical architect to ensure that the final product is exactly as been presented to the client. The final product was exactly as it had been promised and yet so much more, because Eustilus imagined the complete vision and scale from the beginning.

In addition to our satisfaction with the house itself, Eric was a joy to work with. He maintained the perfect balance of serious and detailed about the architecture, but easy-going and flexible in our interactions, which made the whole process less stressful. Finally, in working with Eustilus, Daniela, equally delightful and talented as Eric, designed our home. I cannot fathom how we would have completed it without her. Although I know that she's worked with much larger design budgets, she was able to create a beautiful and cohesive space with modest allowances. Not only was she able to articulate my style and preferences for me, with training in art restoration, she is incredibly talented in working with colors and space. I strongly recommend Eustilus. The team is smart, honest, and passionate. It is evident that it is a family-owned business, skilled in their craft, who take pride in their individual projects.

• Liz S.

Eric and his team are totally amazing. They were able to come up with wonderful designs for all of our projects and submit them successfully through one of the toughest review boards in the country. The old Georgetown board. Very creative, efficient and reasonably priced.

• Carpenters of Georgetown

Eric and his team are simply amazing! I used Eustilus Architecture for an entire home renovation in Washington, DC. The permit process was seamless and Eric literally transformed our home uncovering unused square footage and making excellent recommendations throughout the process. I also used them for Design Services which came out magnificent! 5 stars across the board!

• Marvin C.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Eustilus Architecture team on two subdivision projects, where their expertise in crafting ultra-modern and high-tech designs truly shone. The innovative approach taken by Eric in each design was not only visually stunning but also emphasized sustainability, aligning perfectly with our vision. The ability to create such forward-thinking designs while respecting the environmental impact is a testament to their skill and dedication to modern architecture. One of the most remarkable aspects of working with Eric was the invaluable wisdom and mentorship they provided throughout the project. Their honesty and transparent communication ensured that our projects remained realistic and grounded within our set budget. This level of integrity and commitment to keeping our financial goals in check was immensely appreciated, making the design process both efficient and stress-free. The dedication of Eric’s team was exceptional. They went above and beyond, evidenced by their willingness to make trips to New York for specific aspects of interior design and cabinet selection. This extra mile in service not only enriched our designs but also demonstrated their commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for our projects. The end results are two subdivisions that stand as a testament to their hard work, creativity, and unparalleled attention to detail.

• Richard F.

Eric is absolutely fabulous as an architect and person; a gem in the market. From our first meeting, he was an attentive listener and contributor, immediately considering ways to match my preferences with constraints in creative, cost-effective ways. He is well versed, honest, has a great knowledge base of related industries, and thereby able to recommend others just as experienced, reliable, and fair. Eric has been masterful at meeting me at my idea and taking it to heights previously unexplored. For instance, originally, I was dead set on the design of a full single-home renovation. We recently completed the design of a two-unit that much better meets my needs. His evidence-based rationales and professionalism were impeccable. He helped to maintain the pace of the project, even when my schedule became erratic. I highly recommend Eric and Eustilus Architecture for remembering all sides of the art.

• Portia H.

I have dealt with many architects before and gotten what I thought was good service. However after dealing with Eustilus Architecture, I now have a new bar by which to judge others. Whether it be dealing with me on my time frame, which was late at night lots of time due to my work schedule, or taking phone calls out of the blue because I had a sudden inspiration, or dealing with my general contractor and making sure everything is being built to exact specifications, and on time, Eustilus Architecture has gone beyond what most people would even be willing to think of doing and they did it all with a smile on their face. My new home is almost complete and I wouldn’t have been able to do it without them. And on top of all of that they can design ANYTHING! They designed my home with a pool on the roof! They dealt with my GC, concrete companies, structural engineers, the office of zoning, I mean everybody. I guess the best way to sum this up is that they have been so involved and helpful and professional that now my oldest daughter wants to become an architect. I m not sure there is a greater compliment that I could pay them than to know they influenced her.

• Bernard B.

This company has been amazing. They took on my complicated conversion of my single-family home into a two unit home and have always been prompt, communicative, strategic and honest with me, at a very reasonable price. Extremely patient, and professional and also cunning in how they deal with the frustrating bureaucrats approving permits. I would recommend them to anyone who needs an architect, particularly for a complicated project with bureaucratic challenges!

• Charles R.

I’m so glad I found Eric. Eric is extremely knowledgeable, professional, responsive and easy to work with. We got our plans done with Eric within a short period of time. He also has a good crew of engineers to help complete the project faster. I highly recommend Eric.

• Fiona T.

I had the pleasure of working with Eustilus earlier this year as I embarked on a home kitchen renovation. I came across the company after submitting a job request on HomeAdvisor. I had never done this before, but decided to try my luck because I needed an architect, but didn’t know any off hand. I was also looking for a streamlined way to reach out to multiple professionals at once. Eric Teran, the owner and Principal at Eustilus, responded almost immediately. I was surprised to get his call and had to make sure I understood why he was calling. I was able to describe my project to Eric and my timeline, which was quite aggressive. I also shared my budget and the particulars. His initial response set the tone for our interaction throughout the process: Quick to respond, thoughtful with communication, extremely knowledgeable, comfortable with technology, and he always managed my expectations. Our initial project timeline was approximately 5 weeks and knowing this, Eric was very mindful of how we needed to move and let me know that the decision-making process would have to be quick.

Being a working family with two parents and two kids under the age of 5 resonated with Eric and he was willing to make himself available after hours for conference calls, emails and/or quick chats about pending design direction and decisions. Eric immediately sent me a list of references to help in my decision-making process without me having to ask. He operated with full transparency through the entire process. Eric requested and reviewed numerous pictures of my home exterior and the interior space to be renovated. He also came out to take measurements. He only required our presence to be let into the home, but we were able to continue whatever we were doing while he gathered the information that he needed. Based on our planned design, Eric also knew that he would need to employ a Structural Engineer for review, inspection and sign-off on the plans. This was not someone that we needed to find. He already had that contact information. Eric was also able to pull the permits that we needed which was also saved us time and gave us peace of mind. We shared our vision for our kitchen with Eric based on what we thought we wanted at the time and how we needed/wanted to be able to utilize the space. Eric listened and understood completely.

That being said, one of the best things that Eric provided was access to virtual reality. He brought the VR goggles to us outfitted with each of our design options. WOW! This was our first time using VR and it made all of the difference and actually led us to make a different design choice once we were actually able to see and be in the space. Our original design wouldn’t work and even though Eric kind of eluded to that, we had our aha moment in VR. Again, this saved time and ultimately money and eliminated a lot of unnecessary back and forth. If you are looking for a talented, knowledgeable, intuitive, timely, and wholly competent architect that can turn your ideas into reality, then Eustilus and Eric Teran are the right choice. Eric has remained in contact throughout this process. I hope to have the opportunity to work with Eric again.

• Daphane W.

Originally, I wanted to hire an architect who specialized in my neighborhood. I interviewed several. I am so glad to have broaden my search and hired Eustilus. Eric was the most enthused architect I interviewed. His suggestions were superior to the cookie cutter plans I received from others. His recommendations were affordable, practical and innovative. Eric also drew plans to accommodate future renovations. Eric has a wealth of architectural experience having worked for larger corporations. Now with his own firm he has maintained good contacts with engineers and people who grant the permits.

I had chosen my general contractor before selecting Eustilus as my architect. Eric and my contractor worked very well together even though it was the first time they worked together. My renovation involved digging out the basement, dry proofing, new slab, new sound proofed ceiling with automatic sprinklers, relocating the bathroom and mechanical room, putting in a kitchen, bedroom, laundry room, living area and new stairs. We are very pleased with the results and our neighbors with similar floor plans have commented how well laid out everything is. We have Eric to thank for that. Eric s bid was the most competitive, but it was his enthusiasm that got him the job.

• Barry B.

Eric was great - he helped us identify what we wanted and source a great construction lead to help us get the work done - quick turnaround times and super professional services and friendly!

• Chad S.

Eric is awesome! He took the time to work with me even while he was away in vacation. Upon his return he assisted me in getting through what can be a grueling process obtaining my builders permit. Can’t say thank you enough!

• Telly R.

Eric went the extra mile(s) to make sure my project met the proper requirements needed to get my project on the way.

• Antonio D. 

Eric is a wonderful architect and a great guy. He is professional, timely and innovative. Of the professionals recommended for our project by Home Advisor, he was the first to respond and schedule a meeting. This is a busy time for construction in the District. One of the other architects/designers had us wait a full month just for a preliminary meeting. Eric made the process easy. He listened to us and then developed a way to turn our house into our home. Throughout the process we were consulted and informed. We are sure that we received value for his pricing. His plans match our needs and we have the building permit in hand. We look forward to watching his vision and our dream come to fruition. Our next step is the construction. God, please give us strength.

• Steven R.

I’m so glad I found Eric. Eric is extremely knowledgeable, professional, responsive and easy to work with. We got our plans done with Eric within a short period of time. He also has a good crew of engineers to help complete the project faster. I normally don’t do review unless the service is above and beyond or so poor. I highly recommend Eric.

• Randy T.