“Marilyn is terrific… she comes back with something that you know is right. She’s why you hire an architect.”
-Thomas Kruse, Owner, Winery Project, Gilroy, CA
“It’s nice to see the benefits of a successful architect’s design.”
Carlton Parsons Jr., VP Coast Commercial Bank, Aptos, CA
“It was profitable and economical to work with Marilyn. She saved me her fee four times over in construction cost saving, appraised value, and fantastic design.”
-Van Masters, Hollister, CA
“She accomplished exactly the look, the utilization, the conveniences, and the living arrangements we were after and did so in a manner that enabled our contractors to consummate their work in an economical and expeditious manner. We recommend her most highly.”
-Robert and Eleanor Minardi, Residence Additions, Pebble Beach, CA
“Marilyn was easy to work with. The finished house turned out even better than expected. Special strengths were execution of our ideas and concern for engineering details.”
-Ron and Carolyn Emerich, Ocean Frontage Home, Capitola, CA
“Marilyn reached or exceeded our goals in every aspect. Not only were our plans ready for the permit process in the allotted time, but they sailed through with flying colors. Our home continues to receive compliments from all who see it.”
-Brad Wiles, Attorney, New Custom View Home, Soquel, CA
“Marilyn is both creative and practical and excellent in taking ideas to paper.”
-Ron Bencangey, Recycle Stereo Plus, Santa Cruz, CA
“I would like to recommend an outstanding architect, Marilyn Crenshaw. Our barn is a joy, it enhances our property which was our goal.”
-William and Catherine Ogorman, Prudential insurance, Residential Addition, La Selva, CA
“Balancing creative concepts and cost effectiveness is a process that Ms. Crenshaw has perfected.”
-Veronica Napoles, Design Office and Residence Projects, Kentfield, CA
“Marilyn was able to translate our layman’s “gibberish” about lifestyle and “sense of place” toward the professional application necessary to complete a project that we love living in every day.”
-Ed and Roxanne Craddock, New Residence, Capitola, CA
“Marilyn’s design is strong and elegant while she is creative and easy to work with…this is what good architecture is all about. I’m still enjoying the small house with a view and wondering how she did it.”
–Annette Whelan, Project Coordinator, Felton, CA
“Her architectural endeavors are incredibly innovative, creative, dramatic, practical, at one with the environment, serene, tranquil, emphasize natural beauty and access the best the environment has to offer.”
-Dr. Stephanie Dipietro, Major Remodel and Residence Addition, Felton, CA
“Most competent and thorough, her handling of the use permit process came off without any changes the first time around.”
-Robt Savasky, 2nd Unit Residential Project, Santa Cruz, CA
Marilyn Designed and handled all the details professionally. My only regret is that we did not use her service to oversee the construction work.”
-Bob and Dalva Youngblood, Pastiempo, CA
“Without Marilyn my new kitchen never would have happened. I’m terribly pleased.”
-Bob Tyler, Aptos, CA
“Marilyn transformed our dull 1960’s Ranch House into a beautiful, inviting house of the 90’s. Now our home is totally comfortable. We get so many compliments on how casual yet interesting our home is. Marilyn is very talented! We look forward to working with her again.”
-Terry and Wanda Braschi, Residence Rehab, Santa Cruz, CA
“It was a pleasure to work with you.”
-Sally Wing, Coastal Homes Magazine, Soquel, CA
“Marilyn Crenshaw gave us exactly the concepts we asked for enhanced through her fabulous creative design skills. Plus she wears great glasses. Plus she can kick butt.”
-Linda and Ed Musslewhite-Silvastrini, Residence Addition, Santa Cruz, CA
“Very aggressive and creative when dealing with the county planning department.”
-Mark Wagner, General Contractor, Building Specialties, Aptos, CA
“1) She has a good sense of humor.
2) Very easy to work with.
3) She is a hell of a gal after hours.
4) She can out arm wrestle most women in Santa Cruz County”
-F. John LaBarba, General Contractor, Santa Cruz, CA
“Marilyn is a professionally powerful communicator of creative designs, ideas, and personally a nurturing friend with a tough and fun loving sense of humor.”
-Dave Theirmann, Career Consultant, Santa Cruz, CA
“Marilyn brought fresh ideas to the redesign of our kitchen and bath remodels. Ms. Crenshaw performed her services promptly and efficiently. She listened to our ideas and pointed out how they could best be achieved. When we suggested impractical or costly ideas she politely showed us better ways to go. We have never been sorry we followed her advice.”
–Elwood and Eleanor Maunder, Owner, Home Remodel, Aptos, CA