A. Z. Shmina References
"Several words immediately come to mind - cooperation, professionalism and quality of work when I think about AZ Shmina's work on our 15,000 plus square feet of space. Most importantly, they were always offering solutions and alternatives to problems inherent when working in an occupied building. The project was finished on time, within budget, and to our total satisfaction. I have to admit that it was such a great experience watching such a well-organized team do their job that I was sorry to see the project come to an end. The AZ Shmina project staff, in my mind, set the gold standard of cooperation, competence, quality and professionalism."
--Herb Loner
LSA Student Academic Affairs Liaison/Angell Hall renovation project
"With the final touches almost completed on our new laboratory space, I wanted to say what a fabulous job the Shmina crew did on our renovation project. Of course, the technical skills were impressive, but equally important were their outstanding personal interaction skills. The entire crew, beginning right at the top, demonstrated respect and caring for our employees and for the work we do. I would highly recommend your company and this crew to anyone who was looking for caring and competent professionals."
--Kalyani Naik
University of Michigan Cytopathology Renovations
"Our sincere appreciation for the high quality and thoroughness that A.Z. Shmina brought to the Dixie Highway Pumping Station & Reservoir project. They selected competent subcontractors and suppliers and organized the construction efforts to produce a facility that fulfills the expectations of the Owner and the requirements of the design documents. We would be pleased to show this facility to anyone and to describe the quality of workmanship and construction management that your personnel provided."
--Kenneth Arnold, Senior Project Manager
Arcadis infrastructure, environment, facilities
"Working with AZ Shmina on this project was wonderful, and we all worked well together and produced a very nice and functional space. The user is very happy."
--Lisa Reiher, Senior Architect
The University of Michigan
"I wanted to take this opportunity to thank A.Z. Shmina for the awesome job you did at St. Johns! Words cannot describe the thanks, appreciation and admiration we have for the entire A.Z. Shmina team following the work your company did on our school.
As you well know in the beginning we were in doubt as to how to do this job. You not only took the time yourself to come out and look at the job and answer questions, but had the patience to wait and help us along the way even before we signed a contract with you.
As a result of your work as well as the outstanding architectural work of Wilkie & Zanley, the building is now much safer for all of our children, and it looks absolutely amazing! A.Z. Shmina and Wilke & Zanley make an awesome team!
Our project is over, yet I am still impressed with the attention to detail and the professionalism of the entire A.Z. Shmina Company. Also the honesty, integrity and hard work with which your company executes on a daily basis. I could not be happier with the job you guys did and I recommend you to everyone for any job including our own in the future!"
--Keith W. Brown,
St. Johns Lutheran Church & School
“I just wanted to take the opportunity to let you know how much I enjoyed working with your firm during our recent addition/renovation….the project gets many compliments by members as well as those who are visitors. It’s a wonderful asset to our church and we have your firm to thank”
--Ms. Betty Socia,
First Presbyterian Church Plymouth
“It’s been said all along that “July 29 the building would be finished” and by golly we opened for service July 30, Personally I feel proud and grateful, mostly for the driving force of our board member, Bob Santoro and Project Manager Ted Barker of A. Z. Shmina. What a team these two gentlemen were!”
--Ms. Joanne Dinser, Manager,
Lakelands Golf & Country Club
“Out of all the firms we interviewed, we felt the team of Yops & Wilkie Architects & A. Z. Shmina understood our needs and would deal with them in the manner that we requested…From the beginning of construction, we knew we made the correct choice. The staff of site superintendents from both firms were easy to work with and when we had questions, they took the time to walk us through so that we understood every phase… We have been in the building five months now and receive compliments every day. The staff and I could not be happier. I have recommended Yops & Wilke Architects and A. Z. Shmina to anyone who is seriously looking for an architect and contractor.”
--Mr. Daniel Guzzi, Mayor,
City of Rockwood
“Andy, I want to thank you for the quality of work you have put into the East River Administration building project. You have done an excellent job meeting our needs and working cooperatively with our staff.”
--Mr. Pete Dion, Superintendent of Schools,
Grosse Ile Twp.
“Dear Mr. Shmina, …I am impressed with the quality of work in the construction, the attention to detail, and the professionalism displayed by your crew. They went about their respective assignments in a quiet manner and seemed to take pride in their work. This is a credit to you and your staff, especially Mike & Ted. They were very easy to work with and I sensed a certain “ pride of ownership” in them as they tackled challenges each day…"
--Ms. Peggy Foss, Ph.D. ,
Director Department of Physical Education,
University of Michigan – Dearborn.
“Dear Andy, I am writing on behalf of Aldersgate United Methodist Church to express our deep gratitude for your work…I hope you feel a sense of satisfaction for a job well done that had its complexities and hurdles. We certainly were well satisfied with your work and are delighted with the result. You have brought us to an end of the project with a lovely addition that is much appreciated”
--Rev. Robert Goudie
“Thank you very much for the work you did on our new building here at Inter-City Baptist Church. Our folks love it! Everyone is amazed at its beauty and the opportunities it provides for fellowship and teaching God’s Word”
- David M. Doran, Senior Pastor,
Inter-City Baptist Church