Encircle Design and Build

Interior Designer

Encircle Design and Build is a culmination of our life-long passion for creating and building in unique, artistic, and sustainable ways. There are so many new, different, and environmentally friendly ways to express an idea, and this is what Encircle is all about. We love to work with our hands and meet new people. We adore designing, building, people, and the environment- hence Encircle Design and Build.

Michelle Ruber has been working in the Green Building industry since 1997. As the Marketing Director at Ecohaus (then Environmental Building Supplies) and Green Building Specialist at YOLO Colorhouse. She comes with a vast understanding of how to use natural materials in artistic ways.

What sets Encircle apart is our creative use of space and materials, allowing our clients to have a one of a kind remodel. We make communication our priority by being in constant contact with the clear detailed outline of the project. We also honor our pricing, so unless there is a clear change order or unforeseen obstacle we charge you what we quoted you. We handle the many details of building with confidence and ease, making this process fun, exciting and stress-free! Read more

6 recommendations

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    Emily Lakner

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    Encircle Design exceeded our expectations with our major bathroom remodel. Their design ideas, attention to detail, timeliness and professionalism are without a doubt top notch. From beginning to end they made sure we were not only comfortable, but also happy with all the work that was going on. Their sub-contractors were professional and considerate in our home. The whole process was truly a pleasure and we couldn't be happier with the outcome! We highly recommend Encircle and we hope to do business with them in the future!

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    calpal_re

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    Encircle is amazing. This was our first remodel project, and we were a bit nervous. Michelle was very gracious and understanding- she walked us through the process. She asked smart questions to better understand what we wanted and came up with beautiful, practical ideas to get the most out of our bathroom. We were able to see a design of the remodel and materials before construction and Michelle set very clear expectations, so we knew what we were in for. The remodel work is better than we could have hoped - lucky for us everything went as planned, on time, and the results were exactly what we had agreed to. Klaas and Michelle really thought of everything, and show a genuine interest in helping us get what we wanted in a reasonable budget. This whole process was much easier than we expected. Seriously, our bathroom is beautiful. Hire Encircle and feel really good about it.

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    Samantha L.

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    We hired Encircle Design and Build for our kitchen and bathroom remodel in the spring of 2016. We are thrilled with the results, the whole project went swimmingly: on time, on budget, and we now live in a gorgeous space. This team is super professional and GREAT with communication. Highly recommended!!!

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    Shannon

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    Encircle Design was one of the most professional firms we have worked with. They were able to create a beautiful studio apartment out of a barren room over our garage. There recommendations were good, and they were very clear about what we needed to do to keep with our very tight time frame. They never missed a deadline, and their work has been topnotch.

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    Elizabeth R.

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    I recently utilized Encircle Design's services after we had a devastating flood to our home. I found myself doing a lot of inefficient leg work as I tried to put my home back together again. Restoration and remodeling is SO not a skill of mine. Michelle came to the rescue with her efficient and creative expertise. I am so thankful for her!

    Encircle Design and Build is the perfect combination of creative and constructive. If you are looking for someone to help you from inception of an idea to the completion of it, you will pleased with what you find at Encircle Design.

    Michelle Ruber is incredible. All that we love about the Pacific NW is what she embodies- simple and clean design, environmentally friendly perspective, friendly faces and excellent business practices.

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    Nancy Dunckel

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    My house is amazing thanks to Klaus and Michelle. They did a complete remodel on my kitchen, added built-ins in the dining room, refaced my fireplace, did a guest bathroom touch up, painted the entire house interior and a few other odds and ends I requested along the way. I have worked with other builders/designers before and these guys are by far the best. They provided me with a day to day schedule for the project and completed it at the promised time. Michelle came up with the perfect solution for the difficult floor plan in my kitchen and seemed to know exactly what I would like for finishes, fixtures, etc so I was able to direct and narrow my search, making the process much easier. Also, they have followed up AFTER finishing my house which is exceptional based on my experience.
    Most of all, they were great to work with-willing to meet all the challenges of tackling an old house, honest, and happy to accommodate my ideas and changes. They actually made the project fun. I would give them 6 stars if I could!

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