Testimonials

The 2011 Tour of Architects, presented by GEM, LLC and sponsored by Seattle Homes and Lifestyles,
Design Within Reach and AIA Seattle was spectacular success. The high quality of participating architects and projects on tour was reflective of the caliber of emerging design trends in the Pacific Northwest. Beautiful weather contributed to the festive atmosphere.

Here is what they are saying...

"Thank you so much.  What a spectacular tour.  Jim Cutlers' talk was so philosophical - gives you an insight into a different way of vision. The film (My Architect - A Son's Journey) was transforming. We went both days - it really opened our eyes. Keep it up." Margaret Allen

"My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the Wallingford, Phinney Ridge, and Magnolia part of Tour 2 today. We didn't have tickets, but when we returned home, we donated their equivalent to the Red Cross-Japan Relief on-line. Thanks to everyone who made their homes available, and to all the architectural firms who were represented." Audrey Weitkamp

"Thank you again for giving me an opportunity to see all the beautiful projects.  I went to Bloedel Reserve and Sunrise View House.  They are all impressive, so much to look at.  The Bloedel Reserve is somewhere I definitely like to go back.  I had no idea there’s a Japanese garden in Bainbridge Island.  I live next to the one in Seattle (Arboretum) and appreciate the fact Seattle community enjoys my culture. Thank you also for donating your profit from Sunday to Japan.  My parents in Tokyo told me that everyone in Japan is so thankful about the foreign help and donations." Ayako Hall

"Hi Liz, My father and grandfather, both being Seattle architects, would be pleased to know there is such an event open to the public to celebrate great architecture. Thank you." Kim Gould

ARCHITECTS

"Hi Liz: I just wanted to thank you.  We estimate we had close to 300 visitors based on the sign-up sheet and just the constant flow of folks coming thru. The comments were all very positive. One comment I thought was interesting, was from a couple who were looking to buy a modern house. They complained that there were hardly any modern homes on the market or being built for sale. They really appreciated he opportunity to get to walk thru all of the custom homes. Thanks for putting it all together and including Baylis in the Tour!" Johan Luchsinger, Baylis Architects

"Great turnout and experience.  Thanks for all your hard work Liz." Scott LaBenz, Grouparchitect

"It was great at both houses, and it looks like we have a strong lead on a new house!" Stella Carosso, BC&J Architecture (Sunrise View House and Puget Sound View House)

"The tour went fabulously well.  The caliber of visitors was excellent - your marketing got us a very good group. :) - Carol Sundstrom, AIA; rom architecture studio (Magnolia Mid-Mod)

"It went very well. We had a good turnout and the visitors were of a good quality, overall. Good job!" David Coleman, FAIA; David Coleman Architecture (Wallingford Tower House)