--- title: "Becker Architects Limited — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/becker-architects-limited-pfvwus-pf~1224831419 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1224831419.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Becker Architects Limited" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0f73fd28087cfaf8_7641-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "595 Elm Pl Suite 225, Highland Park, Illinois 60035, United States" latitude: 42.1794 longitude: -87.8059 phone: "(847) 641-3395" website: http://www.beckerarchitects.com rating: 5 review_count: 44 best_of_houzz_awards: 9 followers: 648 last_updated: 2026-08-17 --- # Becker Architects Limited Original Houzz profile: [Becker Architects Limited](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/becker-architects-limited-pfvwus-pf~1224831419) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Highland Park, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Evanston, Arlington Heights, Skokie, Northbrook, Highland Park, Wilmette, Vernon Hills, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Winnetka, Glencoe, Long Grove, Lincolnshire, Lake Bluff, Northfield, Highwood, Riverwoods, Kenilworth, Bannockburn, Fort Sheridan - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (44 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2012–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Houzz Research - Insider Becker Architects is a full-service, award winning architectural firm, established in New York City in 1982. Becker Architects began as an interiors firm, designing tenant buildouts, medical offices and residential renovations of coops and townhouses, primarily in Manhattan. Today, we handle a variety of commercial and residential projects, from new construction to rehabilitation and additions. The firm’s expertise is in three specific areas: Residential, Automobile Dealerships and General Commercial. In the Residential category, we have designed rehabs, additions and new construction for several hundred clients, primarily in the New York and Chicago metropolitan areas. Our residential work has received national and local attention in awards, programs and publications such as Chicago Architect (AIA), The Chicago Tribune, Builder, Remodeling, Chicago Home, Better Homes and Gardens, House Beautiful and Traditional Home. We have been featured in a number of HGTV productions, including the 13-week reality series, Dream House. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Universal Design - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Basement Remodeling - Home Gym Design & Construction ### Areas Served - Chicago - Evanston - Arlington Heights - Skokie - Northbrook - Highland Park - Wilmette - Vernon Hills - Lake Forest - Deerfield - Winnetka - Glencoe - Long Grove - Lincolnshire - Lake Bluff - Northfield - Highwood - Riverwoods - Kenilworth - Bannockburn - Fort Sheridan ### Typical Job Cost $60,000 - 10 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Becker Architects Limited | | Address | 595 Elm Pl Suite 225, Highland Park, Illinois 60035, United States | | Phone | (847) 641-3395 | | Website | http://www.beckerarchitects.com | | Followers on Houzz | 648 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/BeckerArchitects - X (Twitter) — http://www.twitter.com/beckerarchitect - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardbeckeraia/ - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/beckerarchitects/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Becker Architects Limited](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/becker-architects-limited-pfvwus-pf~1224831419) - **Website:** http://www.beckerarchitects.com - **Phone:** (847) 641-3395 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - City of Highland Park Preservation Awards (various years 1991 to 2017), Glencoe Preservation Award (2009), Driehaus Preservation Award (2011), AIA Chicago Design Excellence Award (2012), Best Residential Architects of Chicago Lists, Best of Houzz 2012-2019 - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2012–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [Illinois Green Alliance](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/illinois-green-alliance-pfvwus-pf~973972130) - [AIA Chicago](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-chicago-pfvwus-pf~437317530) - [NCARB](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncarb-pfvwus-pf~1477640315) - [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 44 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Keely Roberts, April 2026** > Working with the team at Becker Architects has been a truly transformative experience for our family. While we set out to design a house, what we found was a partnership that built so much more. > > Throughout this long and often emotional journey, the team at Becker has become far more than "just" our architects; they have become our dear friends, and truly, we consider them family. They have been there for us at every turn—supporting us, advocating for us, and truly guiding us with such tremendous expertise, patience and kindness through every step of the process. > > What makes Becker Architects so extraordinary is that they didn’t just care about the project; they cared about us. They consistently looked out for our family's best interests, ensuring that every design choice – big and small - served our very unique needs and in doing so they have created a house that is a home filled with beauty, functionality, and opportunity. Seeing how our home now meets the needs of our family is a gift that no words could fully describe. > > The Becker team has been a steady source of light and patience throughout this process; their exceptional expertise and professional leadership are matched only by the unbelievable heart they have shown our family. We will be forever immensely grateful for their steady presence and their commitment to our home and family. If you are looking for experts who possess not only immense talent but also the integrity and compassion to treat your family like their own, we cannot recommend Becker Architects highly enough. > > -Jason & Keely Roberts **★★★★★ — Karen Sager, Dec. 2019** > We just finished working with Becker Architects Limited to remodel our kitchen as well as turn two little-used back staircases into a mudroom, pantry and upstairs laundry. Richard Becker, his wife Nancy, and their team were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They’re ideas, suggestions, drawings, and site visits were all excellent. They helped us through the bidding process to pick a contractor, and they were available to help us throughout the project whenever we needed to consult them. We give them the highest recommendation, and would use them for our next project without question **★★★★★ — HU-578815705, Dec. 2019** > Richard has been our architect for almost 10 years through several projects. He’s always prompt, creative and detailed oriented. He has completed 4 projects and serves as a sounding board to whatever we do in our home. **★★★★★ — Laurel Feldman Interiors, IIDA, Dec. 2019** > It is always a pleasure to work with Becker Architects Ltd. They work very hard to satisfy the needs of the client . They are creative in making each architectural space functional, as well as, aesthetically beautiful. Possible options for each space are always thought out carefully and collaboration with the client is greatly respected. **★★★★★ — Townline Development LLC, Dec. 2019** > Becker Architects Limited is the premier Architectural firm on the North Shore of Chicago. We have had the privilege to work with Becker Architects on multiple projects in recent years, yet we are continually impressed with how multifaceted their talents are. Whether it is luxury residential homes on the North Shore of Chicago, residential high rise renovations in downtown Chicago, or high end commercial designs - Becker Architects Ltd. is the leader in each respective field. Richard and his firm truly understand the importance of quality design, quality construction, project deadlines, and project budgeting - But most of all, they care about the outcome of every project they are involved in. Becker Architects has an understanding of construction and design that is far superior to industry standards. These are terrific people, at a phenomenal firm, and we greatly look forward to working with them again in the future. **★★★★★ — HU-446959011, Dec. 2019** > Becker Associates designed an addition to my houses which included a mudroom, garage and workout room. The style was entirely me yet was in keeping with the style of the house. > Ten years later we are still enjoying every aspect of new improved home. **★★★★★ — Laura Brandt, Dec. 2019** > Richard created a modern space by integrating the historical structural elements of the building with the open modern aesthetic we wanted for the space, the result is a beautifully designed comfortable modern living space. **★★★★★ — Natasha Rumas, Dec. 2019** > Richard and him team did a great job redesigning our 60’s house into a modern beautiful home. The redesign included gut remodel and new layout of the entire house and completely re-imagined exterior. We can not wait to complete our renovation! **★★★★★ — Dale Walters, Dec. 2019** > This is the second time I have used Becker architects. The first project was small: a simple update to a very outdated fireplace in our previous home. We moved into a multilevel condo that was in a landmark building. Nancy was our primary architect on this project but Richard helped with design work as well. They are very professional and also so nice to work with. We totally gutted our kitchen and removed walls in our first floor making it an open space for entertaining. The project went seamlessly and they provided three design options and customized the project for our needs. They also assisted in expanding our master bath. We love the changes and have now used our home for entertaining large groups and it is so warm and inviting. We have gotten so many compliments on our home thanks to Nancy and Richard. I would highly recommend them. **★★★★★ — HU-572036295, Dec. 2019** > We live in NYC but have worked with Becker Architects now two times! Our first experience about 20 years ago was so exceptional that we decided to work with them again! This experience has been equally satisfying. Richard is talented, thoughtful, budget minded and resourceful. He has a special gift for ceilings! Gina is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is extremely competent and thorough—and her can-do attitude and rapid turnaround times make working with her a sheer joy! **★★★★★ — lori fagenholz, Dec. 2019** > Loved working with Becker Architects. > Both Nancy and Richard have unique skill sets that are so complementary to each other. > They're so easy going and extremely knowledgeable about all facets of design, electric, plumbing, etc. We've worked on several projects with them - ranging from a total house remodel/addition to a new bathroom - all have turned out great. **★★★★★ — Sara Scharg, Dec. 2019** > I've had an excellent experience with Becker Architects. They take extreme pride and care in their work, and I feel like they have my best interests in mind throughout every step of the process. They have been solution-oriented and committed to ensuring the vision for my project is realized at the highest level of quality. Would definitely recommend them! ## Selected projects - [The Forever Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-forever-home-pj-vj~7631489) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 13 - [Modern Transitional New Construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-transitional-new-construction-pj-vj~7795917) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 34 - Description: New construction - [New Lakefront Construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-lakefront-construction-pj-vj~2498816) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 12 - [Gut rehab of a 1970's ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gut-rehab-of-a-1970-s-ranch-pj-vj~7795845) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 12 - Description: This range house needed everything including a more open layout with new finishes and systems. - [The Modern Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-modern-home-pj-vj~7795915) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 12 - Description: New construction for an empty nest couple, ground floor master - [The Cool Kitchen with the Floating Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-cool-kitchen-with-the-floating-island-pj-vj~7796417) - Location: Wilmette, IL - Photos: 23 - [Modern New Construction w/rainscreen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-new-construction-w-rainscreen-pj-vj~6098189) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 11 - [Classic Modern High Rise](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-modern-high-rise-pj-vj~769600) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 16 - Description: Gut rehab of a 3000 square foot apartment at one of Chicago's premiere addresses. Features high end cabinetry, finishes and all LED lighting throughout. Master Suite is accessed through full height lacquered panels which swing into recessed pockets. - [Another 50's House Reborn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/another-50-s-house-reborn-pj-vj~20451) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 9 - [Empty Nester Gut Rehab](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/empty-nester-gut-rehab-pj-vj~4177847) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 23 - [Edward Dart Mid-Century Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edward-dart-mid-century-modern-pj-vj~2810) - Location: Glencoe, IL - Photos: 14 - Description: This 1959 Edward Dart lakefront home was recently saved from demolition, expanded and renovated for a young family. It is a winner of a 2011 Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award in conjunction with Landmarks Illinois. - [Highland Park Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highland-park-porch-pj-vj~570475) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 7 - [Chicago Penthouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chicago-penthouse-pj-vj~1696776) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 14 - Description: Gut rehab of a 7,000 square foot penthouse in downtown Chicago. The apartment occupies the entire floor and is wrapped with terraces on all four sides providing views from every space. New kitchen, bathrooms, finishes, lighting and controls throughout. - [Fort Sheridan Loft Rehab](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fort-sheridan-loft-rehab-pj-vj~5894031) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 12 - Description: A gut rehab to an 1800's landmark multi story loft building. Renovation involved a new layout, new mechanicals, new cabinetry and finishes throughout. - [Wilmette Split Level Penthouse Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wilmette-split-level-penthouse-addition-pj-vj~20456) - Location: Wilmette, IL - Photos: 9 - [The Modern House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-modern-house-pj-vj~5641618) - Location: West Chicago, IL - Photos: 35 - Description: New construction built on an existing foundation - [Farmhouse Modern Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-modern-addition-pj-vj~2811) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 21 - Description: 1890s farmhouse with modern addition containing two car garage, kitchen/family, master suite and laundry room upstairs - [Artist's House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artist-s-house-pj-vj~1906) - Location: highland park, IL - Photos: 6 - [Empty Nester](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/empty-nester-pj-vj~446) - Location: Highland Park, IL - Photos: 4 - [HGTV Dreamhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hgtv-dreamhouse-pj-vj~449) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 6 [See all 23 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/becker-architects-limited-pfvwus-pf~1224831419) ## Community Q&A **Q: Shower ceiling** *(in Photo Questions)* What is used on the shower / steam ceiling? A: I believe it received a couple of coats of enamel paint so that it wouldn't stain with condensation. Normally we'd put tile on the ceiling but that wouldn't have looked so good in this situation. **Q: the tile in the wall** *(in Photo Questions)* could you please provide us any information about the tile , his name and his size. thanks A: Transceramica Calacatta Maximum porcelain panels, honed on the floor, polished on the walls. They're approximately 60" x 120". **Q: What is the distance between the bath and the wall?** *(in Photo Questions)* I find it beautiful but is the distance for cleaning. What is the minimum you recommand between wall and bath? A: I believe it was about 3" each end between the tub and the glass panels. That's enough room to clean. We didn't want the tub too close because it would look cramped. **Q: Wall color** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the wall color? A: Sorry but I don't know that one. **Q: what material is used behind bath tub?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: MicroMosaic Arabescato Carrara SMOT-ARA-5/8-H Marble (Classic Tile) **Q: Stone** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the name of the stone on the floors and walls? Thanks A: Transceramica Calacatta Maxium. We used honed on the floor, polished on the walls. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-17.*