Why are you named, “Grizzly Bear Architecture and Design”?
For the fun of it and for the accuracy of it.
We started the firm with a view toward being family friendly (Dads, Moms and Children). We wanted (and still want) to help real people who need real help, despite the not so favorable circumstances you may be in.
We have experienced many beautiful and happy times and a few challenging times in California, the land of the California State Poppies, the Grizzly Bear, the Redwoods and the beautiful and majestic mountains and other scenery and landscapes. California is also the land of Earthquakes, Big Government, Big Taxes and Big social change as seen in the eroding of family values, and the disintegration of the public square and basic civility. It is at times challenging to live in California. The imagery of the grizzly bear is appropriate for my middle name (‘Arthur’ means ‘Bear’), for California, and for what we do. Our original logo design (below) gives an indication of our direction. We want to help others live in the world in peace, to whatever degree that is possible. We want to help your construction or design project and process be a peaceful process. We want to help you have a more peaceful life in your specific context.
As an architecture firm, we have learned to help deal with special situations and help conquer not so favorable contexts. Sure, sometimes it is helpful to ‘cut bait’ when you are fishing. Sometimes your rod gets tangled and you just need a do-over. Other times, you can’t help but need to wrestle your adverse circumstances to the ground.
We have wrestled and can wrestle bears (only in a strict metaphorical sense, of course). We would prefer to not have bears to wrestle, but we at times do. Also, we can’t predict or guarantee the outcome of anything, as this world can be a big and messy place where despite your best efforts, life still happens. But, check out the ‘About Us’ page for a more detailed description of our services so that you can see and appreciate more of the things we can help you accomplish.
How are payments handled?
We accept all forms of payment, including cryptocurrency, cash, check, credit cards, debit cards, Venmo, Zelle and probably anything else that is out there. Ask about whichever method you prefer and we will be glad to accommodate your reasonable requests. Except chickens. We do not accept chickens or livestock as payment. Also furniture.