Agrell Architectural Wood Carving, large capacity custom wood carving services





Testimonials


"Agrell Architectural Carving contributed greatly to the success of one of my most challenging projects — the recovery from fire damage at the Hermitage Foundation Museum in Norfolk, Virginia. Throughout the project I was truly impressed by the outstanding quality of the firm’s work and by Ian Agrell’s enthusiasm, personable manner, and professional commitment to the project."

Read F. Carey Howlett complete letter of reference.
— F. Carey Howlett
Project Manager and Conservator
Hermitage Foundation



"You are in a class by yourself. I am certain that we could not have stayed within the borders of the United States and found another firm able to produce such exquisite carving."


"The duplicated George II pine woodwork your shop provided for the residence was of equal if not superior quality to the original mid-18th century casing. baseboard, and crown moulding."
— Edgar McEachron, Architect
McEachron Architects, Inc., San Francisco, CA



"...the incredible effort you and your talented staff put forth in the chair for His Holiness Pope John Paul II ...was well beyond our expectations.
Thank you again for your enthusiasm, fantastic talent, hard work and the devotion you brought to our project."
— David Owen Tryba, Architect
Denver, CO



"Ian Agrell has worked for us on many occasions and we consider his work to be of the very highest standard."
— Paddock Hall Company, Ltd.
Ipswich, England



"Agrell Architectural Carving performed above our expectations, starting with the shop drawings they produced to the final work. The company worked professionally with others on the project, understood the complexity and contractual obligations of a large project and delivered on time."
— Vincent Benic, Architect
Beyer Blinder Belle, New York, NY



"Their attention to detail was astounding, from the stone carved capitals to the complex figure carving on the oak Botticelli column bases. Their contribution and devotion to the project was without equal."
— Robert Pett, Architect
MJSA, Salt Lake City, UT



"Agrell Architectural Carving has created a wood ... carving workshop of international stature here in the United States and work like this is a true testimony to their craftsmanship."
— Stephen Weaver
Leavitt*Weaver, Architects, Modesto, CA



"Bottom line — you re the best and we have worked with anybody that is anybody in the U.S.!"
— Michael Merritt, President
Merrit Woodworking, Ohio



"I can say without hesitation that if you require the finest carving available, Agrell Architectural Carving is the company to work with."
— Mark Cravotta, Principal
Cravotta Studios Interior Design, Austin, TX



"We've worked with the company on large residential projects for over twelve years and have been constantly amazed with their quality and performance."
— Larry Christiani
Christiani Construction, California



"Agrell Architectural Carving was a pleasure to work with, created carvings to fit our budget and delivered them on schedule."
— Rick Wachs
Werner Schneider Construction



"When you have work by Agrell Architectural Carving, plan on it being the center of every party conversation for at least the first half hour."
— Tom Ryan, Partner
TracyeRyan & Partners



"The project turned out extremely well and we get many compliments — thanks for your great work."
— Allen J. Reyen, General Contractor
Stamford, CT



"Good grief! These carvings are as perfect as a human could possibly do!!"
— Curtis Whittington, Furniture Maker



"The restored and replicated carvings are a constant topic of conversation and a marvel to all observers."
— Robert N. Pett, AIA
MJSA Architects, Salt Lake City, UT



"Have I ever told you that your staff does awesome work? Thanks for all the extra effort."
— Laura Gibb, Project Manager
Merritt Woodwork



"I would highly recommend Agrell Architectural Carving for any project involving fine quality design and carving."
— Bruce Frasier, Frasier and Stokes Architects



"The daunting magnitude of the carving restoration was diminished for me by your association."
— Robert N. Pett, AIA
MSJA Architects, Salt Lake City, UT



"It's so comforting to know that the Ann Getty line is in good hands... here and across the world"
— Ann Getty and Associates



"Perhaps the most striking thing about the company's art nouveau-inspired panels is their painted finish."
— Michael Carey, Editor-in-Chief, Period Homes



"Thank you again for your enthusiasm, fantastic talent, hard work and the devotion you brought to our project."
— David Tryba, AIA, Principal
David Owen Tryba Architects



"The company worked professionally, understood the complexity of a large project and delivered on time — we look forward to working with them in the future and have no hesitation in recommending their work."
— Vince Benic, AIA, Beyer Blinder Belle Architects
New York City, NY