Pastor Toby Beck – Evergreen Bible Church – February 2012

“I suspect church projects are uniquely challenging for those in the construction industry since they involve so many people who have very limited understanding of the process. Lisa has demonstrated incredible patience in explaining everything we need to know, often repeatedly to various members of our team. She has a way of working with people that helps diffuse conflict and encourage consensus. The wisdom she offered on the many decisions in the process was priceless, often saving us thousands of dollars and helping us avoid costly delays. However, she also understood how to appropriately respect our wishes as the owners of the project. Lisa works equally well with city planners, building inspectors and all manner of subcontractors, doing everything possible to keep the project moving forward on schedule. I have full confidence that anyone who partners with Slater Architecture will have the same experience of excellence that we did.”

Bob Able – H&A Construction, Vice President – July 2011

“Seldom in our industry does an Architect / Contractor “team” work as well as we have over the last ten years. With a decade of projects behind us now, I just want to make sure you realize how much everyone at H&A values your talents. We work with dozens of firms in the area, but none of our collaborations are as successful, nor anticipated. I think the carpenters and laborers enjoy working with you as much as I do. Your construction documents are always clear and concise, which makes our job-sites run smoothly and much more productive.

Personally, I think your biggest asset is your ability to listen to your clients. I’ve attended hundreds of church building committee meetings in my career; your ability to communicate honestly about the architectural environment is simply unmatched. Understanding the spark of Christianity that lives inside your clients, and having the vision to transfer that information into design is truly a gift that you have and few others do.”

Tim Sullivan – H&A Construction, Project Manager – December 2010

“I have had the distinct pleasure to work with Lisa Slater since early in August 2001.
She has been a pleasure to work with, bringing her expertise and attention to detail to every project for her clients. Her communication and people skills are excellent, and she has some very innovative ideas. Lisa is very talented and dedicated to making every project a success. She is always working to give her client the building with the correct function that is needed.”

Judy Crosby – First Friends Church Facilities Manager – June 2010

“Your “hands-on” approach is appreciated far more than you might imagine. Having never worked on a project of this nature, I don’t know whether other architects take on the project manager responsibilities like you are doing, but, without you and Bob, we would be totally lost and at the mercy of who knows what.”

Pastor Mike Wilde – Laurelwood Baptist Church – October 2008

“Lisa is an intelligent designer, a resourceful architect, and a compassionate person. She listened to our needs, worked within our budget, and went the extra mile time and again to help us catch the vision for the building. She then worked hard with the builders to make sure they got it right. If you have ever gone through a capital campaign you know how trying and difficult that can be. Lisa was a great source of encouragement through some of those difficult stages and would constantly offer hope and positive solutions to even the most trying of circumstances.”

Rob Brabec – Laurelwood Baptist Church Building Committee and contractor by trade – October 2008

“Lisa is organized and detail oriented. On any building project, this is an invaluable skill. She made sure that every element of the design and meeting process was addressed in a timely manner. Lisa is also very competent. I have complete faith in her skills as an architect and project leader. Another skill that is vital to a successful project is being able to work with people. Lisa is easy to work with. She encouraged each member of the team to use their skills efficiently to make our task flow as smoothly as possible.”

Pastor Toby Beck – Evergreen Bible Church – September 2007

“Lisa, we thought we were just hiring an Architect and we got a dear friend in the deal
as well. Thank you for giving so much more than expertise.”

Steve Tompert – Laurelwood Baptist Church Elder – July 2007

“All I can say is “Wow!” Great job, Lisa. You’ve done a tremendous ministry for Laurelwood, and I just want to thank you, personally. You certainly are a gifted Architect. We all appreciate your hard work on our behalf more than we could possibly say.”

Sandy Crispien – East Woods Presbyterian Church Building Committee – Feb 2007

“Lisa, I can’t begin to tell you how much I have appreciated your efforts to work with us and to help provide us with something that would not only fit into our budget but meet the needs of our Church. I do know that trying to find a way to have enough Sunday school space, office space and most importantly Sanctuary on our budget has been a huge task and you have had to cut back your plans more often than I like to think about. Your imagination and determination are so much appreciated.”

Sandi Schoof – East Woods Presbyterian Church Building Committee – Jan 2007

“You are a golden nugget and your help is invaluable to us! Not only that, but you’re always a pleasure to work with, and have been a friend as well to all of us.”