--- title: "DeBaker Design Group, Ltd. — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/debaker-design-group-ltd-pfvwus-pf~2046978034 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~2046978034.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "DeBaker Design Group, Ltd." category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/dad3f8890058a6c7_7096-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "7927 Lincoln Ave., #201, Skokie, Illinois 60077, United States" latitude: 42.0345 longitude: -87.7541 phone: "(773) 805-2384" website: http://www.debakerdesign.com rating: 5 review_count: 48 best_of_houzz_awards: 13 followers: 251 last_updated: 2026-09-22 --- # DeBaker Design Group, Ltd. Original Houzz profile: [DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/debaker-design-group-ltd-pfvwus-pf~2046978034) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Skokie, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Evanston, Skokie, Des Plaines, Mount Prospect, Oak Park, Glenview, Elmhurst, Park Ridge, Wheeling, Northbrook, Niles, Wilmette, Melrose Park, Morton Grove, Elmwood Park, Deerfield, Franklin Park, Prospect Heights, Norridge, Lincolnwood, Winnetka, River Forest, Schiller Park, River Grove, Harwood Heights, Glencoe, Northfield, Riverwoods, Kenilworth, Bannockburn, Golf, Glenview Nas - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (48 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2015–2024), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - High-end - Offers Custom Work DeBaker Design Group is a licensed design firm specializing in Custom Homes, Additions and Residential Remodeling. We are dedicated to providing high quality architectural services to each of our unique clients, regardless of project size or budget. Our Award-Winning architects focus on you and your family and work with you to make your dream home a reality. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide outstanding design and comprehensive customer service. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - 3D Rendering - Green Building - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Barn Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Basement Design ### Areas Served - Chicago - Evanston - Skokie - Des Plaines - Mount Prospect - Oak Park - Glenview - Elmhurst - Park Ridge - Wheeling - Northbrook - Niles - Wilmette - Melrose Park - Morton Grove - Elmwood Park - Deerfield - Franklin Park - Prospect Heights - Norridge - Lincolnwood - Winnetka - River Forest - Schiller Park - River Grove - Harwood Heights - Glencoe - Northfield - Riverwoods - Kenilworth - Bannockburn - Golf - Glenview Nas ### Typical Job Cost $150,000 - 3 million Construction Cost ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | DeBaker Design Group, Ltd. | | Address | 7927 Lincoln Ave., \#201, Skokie, Illinois 60077, United States | | Phone | (773) 805-2384 | | Website | http://www.debakerdesign.com | | License Number | 001.021168 | | Followers on Houzz | 251 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — www.debakerdesign.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/debaker-design-group-ltd-pfvwus-pf~2046978034) - **Website:** http://www.debakerdesign.com - **Phone:** (773) 805-2384 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Licensed in Illinois - **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2015–2024), 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) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 48 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Steve Kardel, Feb. 2021** > My wife and I are extremely pleased with the work Beth and Jeff did for us on our attached garage mud room addition. We had a vision of doing a tandem garage in approximately the same location as our old garage. Beth and Jeff in a nice way suggested that was not the best solution. We wound up with a garage that compliments our existing home. It is proportionately appropriate, and has enhanced the street presence of our home. It is very rewarding to get very positive comments from neighbors and passersby about the addition. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Thank you, Steve and Cindy! I love driving by your house and seeing the new addition, it integrated so well into the existing home. And with all this snow, it is a great year to have a new garage and mud room. Thank you for trusting us with your project, we look forward to the next one! Beth & Jeff **★★★★★ — bcogswell, Feb. 2021** > I cannot say enough of how highly I recommend DeBaker Design Group. Beth and Jeff were a brilliant team to work with and they helped me come up with an amazing renovation of our 1920s home. Most designers want to throw out everything old and start with a clean pallet. Beth and Jeff reused and integrated anything that retained the historic character of our home. Using the existing footprint, they turned the rear portion of our home upside down and made a much more useable kitchen, pantry, mudroom, library and terrace out of cramped, outdated spaces. Their recommendations and attention to detail were outstanding. You can view the photos in the Barrington kitchen renovation they highlight in Houzz. Their photos say it all and I’ve added additional photos below, including those highlighting the terrace overlooking the gardens. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Barbara, thank you for the lovely review! It was a joy to work with you and I am so happy our passion for old houses shone through. The Kitchen might also be right out of my dreams. Baking, cooking, wine bar - yes, it has everything! Thank you for adding in the exterior photos, the terrace looks beautiful. Enjoy! Beth & Jeff **★★★★★ — Timothy O'Brien, Oct. 2020** > This was the first house we designed. The process was daunting but both Beth and Jeff lead us down the right path. And that path was combining our ideas with their expertise. I am glad they were patient and I am glad they were experienced. It made the overall process work and we are now the proud owners of an amazing home. A big THANK YOU to both of them for helping us design our dream home. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Tim, Thank you for the wonderful comments. Your home is absolutely gorgeous and we are honored for your trust and partnership on this project. And, of course, we are just plain happy that you love it :) Enjoy your home! Beth & Jeff **★★★★★ — valerie\_morse, Oct. 2020** > Beth was AAAAMAZING and gave us such great plans and options to work with! We are so happy with the final outcome. I would give DeBaker Design Group 10 stars if I could!! **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Thank you, Val! It was a pleasure working with you. I hope we can do another project together in the future! **★★★★★ — Kbui, March 2020** > Beth DeBaker is a creative, professional, detail oriented, talented architect. I have had the pleasure of working with many of her clients and it has always been a pleasure to work with her. She has integrity and values relationships in the industry. I am a kitchen designer and her designs have always made my job easier as well as her clients always are happy with their projects that they are working on with her. I highly recommend DeBaker Design Group. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Thank you, Dana! It's always a pleasure to work with you. **★★★★★ — Mark M, March 2020** > Beth and Jeff were easy to work with and patient through many iterations of design changes. The result was a completed major home addition and remodeling project we enjoy every day. It is of high quality architectural design and meets all of the lifestyle elements we hoped for. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Mark, Thank you for the lovely review. It was a pleasure working with you and Carol and we are so thrilled at how the project turned out! **★★★★★ — Gerard Mortel, Nov. 2019** > Beth and Jeff are amazing. They delighted us with ideas we never even considered. Isn't that why you hire an architect? Our home is even more fabulous than we originally envisioned. I remember thinking, "I think I can design my own house." After the just the first round of drawings I took it all back and said "Honey, I'm glad I decided hired an architect." > > They communicated with us regularly, properly managed our expectations, and met all the deadlines set to complete work. They also continued to follow us throughout the build phase and made site visits to make sure everything was in order. In other words, they were a pleasure to work with and was the only part of the four level renovation that was headache free. > > Eerily, Beth and Jeff were also correct in the cost estimate it took for the renovation. Your mileage may vary, but our original cost was much lower because we were willing to cut corners. As time went on, we realized we didn't want to cut those corners and no matter how carefully you plan, you will spend an extra 10% on contingencies. Those two reasons are why Beth and Jeff's estimates proved to be so accurate in the end. > > We wholeheartedly recommend DeBaker Design Group. Did I mention it was the only headache free part of the process? **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Gerard, Thank you so much for the kind review! It was so much fun working with you and Mylove on your renovation and making your new home into everything you wanted it to be. We hope you will enjoy it for many, many years to come! **★★★★★ — Stephen Kiraly, Nov. 2019** > Jeff was a very attentive listener who provided excellent design opitions with great details. The drawings were very comprehensive and were the roadmap for my project--any questions were answered in the design drawings. He was also a great resource for answering my questions about managing an exterior redesign project, how certain trades are performed, and what to expect. I would highly recommend Jeff and DeBaker Design Group as he demonstrated patience, responsiveness, and delivered high-quality specifications. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Stephen, Thank you for the wonderful review. We enjoyed working with you on your exterior transformation! **★★★★★ — Chicago Home Partner, Oct. 2019** > As a top-producing real estate professional for the last 17 years, I have had the opportunity to work with many architects and design groups in my day. Even in a very competitive landscape, DeBaker Design has continually outperformed others within their field time and time again. They have all of the talent and skillsets of the big box firms, yet they are so easy to work with. They bring a fresh perspective to each project and have left every client that I have referred them to thrilled with their work. They are the only firm that I will personally use in Chicago, as well as the only one that I have complete confidence referring to my clients on a professional level. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Amanda, Thank you for the lovely review! Your expertise in the field is beyond compare and we appreciate every opportunity to work with you and your team! **★★★★★ — Tracy Hannon, Oct. 2019** > We have a mid century contemporary home and wanted the kitchen remodel and addition to match the existing design. Beth and Jeff’s designs not only conformed to it but enhanced it as well. Jeff included aspects into the design that we never would have considered, and we love them. Beth and Jeff were so easy to work with that we would definitely hire the DeBaker Design Group again. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Thank you, Tracy! We LOVE your house, such a fun and unique project. We can't wait to share the pictures soon. **★★★★★ — Robb & Lori Vasilevich, Oct. 2019** > Beth and Jeff were absolutely the best to work with. They spent a great deal of time listening and understanding what we wanted in our home renovation. They even suggested rooms that we didn't think were even an option (i.e. a mud room) which we now have. They definitely made the first step of the process very easy. We would, and have, highly recommend DeBaker Design Group. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Thank you Robb and Lori! This is such an amazing transformation, and the whole package. You got to stay in the neighborhood you loved and we could integrate space for everyone; intergenerational living at its best :) **★★★★★ — Mona Marshall, Oct. 2019** > Beth did a fantastic job designing our new home. She was so creative and brought to life our ideas of how the house should be laid out and thought of layouts we hadnt even thought of. She presented three different options and we discussed what worked with each of them and she was able to mold what we liked best from each into one design that we now call home. She thought of things we never would have and now that we are living in the house they really make a difference. Our back yard covered patio is amazing as well. She knew we loved entertaining outdoors and made it a space we couldn’t imagine living without. She put a lot of time and effort into making sure everything was perfect and handled all the permits as well. It was a pleasure working with her and we are so happy with the outcome. **Comment from DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.:** > Thank you, Mona! It was so much fun working with you and Phil. The house is beautiful and we are so proud of the project. ## Selected projects - [Libertyville Custom Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/libertyville-custom-farmhouse-pj-vj~6400717) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 60 - [Libertyville First Floor Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/libertyville-first-floor-renovation-pj-vj~7323117) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 20 - [New Farmhouse in Libertyville](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-farmhouse-in-libertyville-pj-vj~6520151) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 28 - Description: Charming and traditional, this white clapboard house seamlessly integrates modern features and amenities in a timeless architectural language. - [Family Room Addition and Kitchen Renovation - Northbrook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-room-addition-and-kitchen-renovation-northbrook-pj-vj~5953098) - Location: Northbrook, IL - Photos: 10 - Description: New Family Room addition on First Floor with expanded Kitchen. Dining Room moved to existing Family Room location with new Butler's Pantry and Wet Bar open to the wooded backyard. - [Bristol Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bristol-custom-home-pj-vj~7299031) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 65 - [Libertyville Transitional First Floor Renovation & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/libertyville-transitional-first-floor-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~6548230) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 26 - [Modern Addition in Libertyville](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-addition-in-libertyville-pj-vj~6520294) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 17 - Description: This modern house of adjacent cubes required a new Family Room addition. We added an interlocking Breakfast Room with walls and of glass to transition to the Family Room. The new Family Room is open on the ends, to complement the modern architecture of the existing home, and open onto an expansive wooded property. - [Wisconsin Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wisconsin-farmhouse-pj-vj~1375432) - Location: Milwaukee, WI - Photos: 25 - Description: This modern farmhouse nestled into a working farm in the bucolic setting of southeastern Wisconsin. The design focused on natural materials, mixing wood and metals throughout and capitalizing on the views to the front and rear in nearly every room of the house. - [Barrington Kitchen Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barrington-kitchen-addition-pj-vj~5953109) - Location: Barrington, IL - Photos: 10 - Description: This historic home had lots of charm but only a tiny Kitchen for a family that loves to cook and entertain. The existing enclosed breezeway was expanded and made into the Kitchen, connecting the heart of the home to every room on the first floor. The result is a bright, airy oasis with room for everything the consummate cook could need or want. - [Glencoe Full Renovation and Second Floor Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glencoe-full-renovation-and-second-floor-addition-pj-vj~2539024) - Location: Glencoe, IL - Photos: 21 - Description: This 1950s single story home was in need of a major renovation as well as more space. The ​first floor was completely renovated ​to create an open floor plan with new Kitchen and large marble island open to the Family Room and newly vaulted Dining Room. The first floor ​renovations made room for an in-law suite and kids' playroom allowing for multi-generational living​ and a complete second floor was added​. The second floor features​ a Master Suite with ​his and hers ​​walk in closet​s​ and ​ma… - [Lake Home in Twin Lakes, WI](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-home-in-twin-lakes-wi-pj-vj~2753444) - Location: Twin Lakes, WI - Photos: 10 - Description: This lakefront home was designed as a second home for family getaways and entertaining. The first floor is a large open space perfect for large gatherings with adjoining kitchen, dining and living room. The kitchen has ample seating with eat in seating and an island. The second floor looks down into the living room with its vaulted ceilings, wood beams and a fireplace. The tower staircase to the second floor was designed to replicate a lighthouse. There is an oversized covered porch looking onto… - [Wilmette Full Home Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wilmette-full-home-renovation-pj-vj~2877467) - Location: Wilmette, IL - Photos: 16 - Description: This 1930's home in Wilmette had a solid structure, but needed modern updates and personalized features. The interior was completely renovated with an updated and enlarged Kitchen, open to the Dining Room. The old Dining Room was converted to an Office/Guest Room with an adjacent accessible bathroom to accommodate a special needs family member. The new Mud Room entry and attached Garage are spacious enough for a wheelchair ramp, parking and storage. The added space to the home's footprint adds a… - [Winnetka Walk-to-Town Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winnetka-walk-to-town-renovation-pj-vj~1081863) - Location: Winnetka, IL - Photos: 36 - Description: This whole home renovation removed an existing rear addition in disrepair. The new rear addition provides for a modern open floor plan with Kitchen-Dining-Family Room which flows seamlessly from the original Living Room. The Foyer is widened and brightened, while the stair has been relocated to the center of the home to introduce a flood of light into both floors. - [Western Springs Interior Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/western-springs-interior-renovation-pj-vj~2753270) - Location: Western Springs, IL - Photos: 5 - Description: The interior of this 20 year old home was completely renovated. The floor plan was opened up when the stairs were relocated and windows added to let light in from the southern exposure. The large eat-in kitchen was updated with all new appliances and a center island. The butler’s pantry was built with a large granite countertop, wine rack and mini refrigerator. The large mud room was renovated with plenty of storage. The second floor bathrooms were redone with updated fixtures, lighting and floo… - [Northbrook Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northbrook-residence-pj-vj~800404) - Location: Northbrook, IL - Photos: 31 - Description: This beautiful family home is on a wooded lot on a private road. The wide footprint provides every room a view to the spectacular property. The Master Suite on the First Floor will provide this family comfort for years to come and aging in place. - [Evanston Full Renovation & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/evanston-full-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~1801865) - Location: Evanston, IL - Photos: 14 - Description: This single story home had a complete first floor renovation with open floor plan and decorative columns. The newly designed kitchen has a spacious eat in area, island, new appliances and granite countertops. The kitchen open up into the family room. There is also a formal living room with fireplace and a mud room. The second floor addition includes a master suite with walk-in closet and master bath. Three additional bedrooms were added as well as a hall bathroom. There is also a laundry room wi… - [Historic Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historic-renovation-pj-vj~1375452) - Location: Evanston, IL - Photos: 5 - Description: This home, built in the late 1800s was designed as a single family home. Over the years it was converted to a boarding house, then to apartments and finally became a victim of the recession and bank ownership. In partnership with our client and general contractor we restored this lovely home and added a new front porch to replace one long since demolished. This home is the winner of the 2016 Design and Preservation Award from the City of Evanston Historic Preservation Commission. - [Evanston Kitchen & Family Room Renovation & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/evanston-kitchen-and-family-room-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~449606) - Location: Evanston, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: This charming historic house needed repairs to the exterior and the homeowner's wanted to create a more modern living arrangement by opening the Kitchen and Family Room spaces to one another. The result is a beautiful new Kitchen with a small footprint expansion and a new Master Suite on the Second Floor. - [East meets West](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-meets-west-pj-vj~448225) - Location: Saint Joseph, MI - Photos: 7 - [Evanston Bungalow Renovation and Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/evanston-bungalow-renovation-and-addition-pj-vj~576833) - Location: Evanston, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: This run-down bungalow needed some TLC to get it back to prime condition. We raised the roof 5' to create 2 additional bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the second floor and re-built the front entry porch. The result is a stunning house (2400 sq. ft.) with 4 bedrooms upstairs and a modern open floor plan on the first. The front formal room was maintained and the house was updated with energy efficient windows, insulation and mechanical systems. [See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/debaker-design-group-ltd-pfvwus-pf~2046978034) ## Community Q&A **Q: love the light over the kitchen table.** *(in Photo Questions)* Who is the manufacturer? A: Hi Diana, The decorator on the project purchased this fixture, but we think it might be from Circa Lighting. Good Luck on your project! **Q: Beautiful doors! can you please share where you got them? thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* Beautiful doors! A: Thanks for your inquiry! The doors are from Rustica Hardware. **Q: Love the Moravian Star pendants** *(in Photo Questions)* Where are they from? A: The homeowner purchased those on her own and we don't have the source. Sorry we can't be of more help! **Q: beautiful flooring** *(in Photo Questions)* The flooring is beautiful. Can you please provide the brand and style? Thank you A: Hi Stephanie, Thank you for the inquiry! The floor is Old Mill Brick’s thin brick in “Castle Gate”. **Q: What is the cabinet color?** *(in Photo Questions)* It’s absolutely beautiful. A: Hi Laura, One of our favorites too! The color is Sherwin Williams \#SW6208 “Pewter Green” **Q: do you happen to know the manufacturer and color of the metal roof?** *(in Photo Questions)* Metal roof manufacturer and color A: The roof is "Charcoal" by Pac-Clad. Please note that this image is a computer rendering, see the completed photo below for the installed product. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*