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“The Finecraft team (Miriam, Diego, Felix, and Francesca) helped us fix many issues relating to our St. Pete home that we purchased in 2023. The home is a beautiful four-story brownstone. However, the home had some significant hidden issues. There was mold in the ceilings and walls on three of the floors which had to be remedied followed by much reconstruction work. The top floor had experienced some leaks over the years without being properly fixed. A number of walls needed to be repaired and replaced, as well as wooded cabinets and a bar. The FineCraft team saved as much as they could, and then perfectly matched the replacement material (and they also replaced the ice machine). In addition, the top balcony doors were not properly secured, and with the most recent significant hurricane, the entire floor on the fourth floor and the ceiling and walls of the main bedroom underneath had to be replaced. Major work was needed over the course of many months. The home is now in great shape, and we are now having big family events over the coming holidays. The FineCraft team made this possible. Thanks to them!!!”

“We met Tripp DeFalco of DeFalco Home Designs after walking away from another architect’s design, feeling discouraged and uncertain about whether building a home would ever happen. From the very beginning, our experience with Tripp was the complete opposite. Rather than making us feel like an inconvenience, Tripp maintained consistent, thoughtful communication from day one. He emphasized how important it was for him to truly understand how we think and live so he could define the architectural direction that best suited us. Through that process, he introduced us to a style we hadn’t previously considered—Low Country architecture. Despite this being Tripp’s first Low Country home, you would never know it. He embraced every hallmark of the style: tall ceilings and expansive windows for ventilation, wide brick front porches for shade, dormers, metal roofing, shutters, and beautifully integrated indoor-outdoor living spaces that transition seamlessly into gardens and outdoor kitchens. Every detail felt intentional and authentic. We were very specific about the first-floor layout, and Tripp captured our vision perfectly. For the rest of the home, he took our high-level ideas and elevated them beyond our expectations. Remarkably, we only went through two design iterations—something almost unheard of—which speaks volumes about how carefully he listened and how well he understood our goals. The final result is a home that strikes the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality. Tripp worked seamlessly with our builder and interior designers, making the entire design and construction process smooth, collaborative, and genuinely enjoyable. We wholeheartedly recommend Tripp DeFalco and DeFalco Home Designs to anyone seeking an architect who combines creativity, professionalism, and a truly client-centered approach. Our new home is absolute perfection, and we are incredibly grateful for Tripp’s dedication and expertise in bringing our vision to life. -Lauren and Mike Kushin”

“FineCraft has had the pleasure of working with Seth Ballard of Ballard & Mensua Architecture, and our experience collaborating with him has been outstanding. Seth is a highly thoughtful architect with a strong command of both design intent and execution. His work reflects a deep understanding of proportion, context, and detail, while remaining grounded in real-world constructability. The result is architecture that is refined, purposeful, and built to last. From a builder’s perspective, Seth is an excellent partner. His drawings are clear and well coordinated, communication is direct and professional, and he is responsive when questions arise in the field. He approaches challenges collaboratively and thoughtfully, always focused on preserving the integrity of the design while keeping the project moving forward. What truly distinguishes Seth is his respect for the collaborative nature of residential construction. He advocates strongly for his clients while maintaining a productive, solutions-driven relationship with the builder — a balance that leads to smoother projects and better outcomes for everyone involved. We value our working relationship with Seth Ballard and Ballard & Mensua Architecture and look forward to many future collaborations. We would confidently recommend Seth to homeowners and professionals seeking an architect who is talented, principled, and a true partner throughout the building process.”