--- title: "Lark Architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/lark-architecture-pfvwus-pf~403553679 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~403553679.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Lark Architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/264377aa0323e7c6_3257-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "2914 North Woodard Street, Chicago, Illinois 60618, United States" latitude: 41.9464 longitude: -87.7042 phone: "(312) 219-5275" website: http://www.larkarchitecture.com rating: 3.9 review_count: 11 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 190 last_updated: 2026-08-26 --- # Lark Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Lark Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/lark-architecture-pfvwus-pf~403553679) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Chicago, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Evanston, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Skokie, Des Plaines, Berwyn, Oak Park, Glenview, Elk Grove Village, Niles, Wilmette, Melrose Park, Morton Grove, Elmwood Park, Maywood, Brookfield, Bellwood, Franklin Park, La Grange, Norridge, Forest Park, La Grange Park, Lincolnwood, River Forest, Harwood Heights, Rosemont, Kenilworth, Golf, Hines - **Houzz rating:** 3.9 out of 5 (11 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2016–2021), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - Houzz Research - Insider - Award winning - High-end - Offers Custom Work With decades of combined experience, the team at Lark Architecture is skilled in residential and commercial design and dedicated to high-quality work. As a Chicago-based Architecture firm, we live in a city with deep architectural history. We embrace that sense of history while keeping an eye to the future. We take inspiration from the surroundings of our Logan Square studio as well as our projects sites throughout the city and nationally, from Lincoln Park, Bucktown, and Gold Coast, to the suburbs, the Midwest, and beyond. Lark offers a full range of architecture and interior design services, and we take pride in our innovative, functional designs. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - Green Building - Space Planning - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Barn Design & Construction - Attic Conversion - Basement Design - Staircase Design - Deck Design - Landscape Plans - Prefab Houses - 3D Home Design - Architecture - Construction Drawings - Custom Homes - Design - Design Build - Design Consultation - Feasibility Analysis - Interior Design - Materials Selection - Remodeling ### Areas Served - Chicago - Evanston - Schaumburg - Arlington Heights - Skokie - Des Plaines - Berwyn - Oak Park - Glenview - Elk Grove Village - Niles - Wilmette - Melrose Park - Morton Grove - Elmwood Park - Maywood - Brookfield - Bellwood - Franklin Park - La Grange - Norridge - Forest Park - La Grange Park - Lincolnwood - River Forest - Harwood Heights - Rosemont - Kenilworth - Golf - Hines ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - 5,000,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Lark Architecture | | Address | 2914 North Woodard Street, Chicago, Illinois 60618, United States | | Phone | (312) 219-5275 | | Website | http://www.larkarchitecture.com | | Followers on Houzz | 190 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/larkarchitecture - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/larkarch - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/lark-architecture?trk=company\_name - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/larkarchitecture/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Lark Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/lark-architecture-pfvwus-pf~403553679) - **Website:** http://www.larkarchitecture.com - **Phone:** (312) 219-5275 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - AIA Member - LEED-AP BD+C - 2017 Chrysalis Award for Remodeling Excellence Winner - Residential Interiors - 2017 Master Design Awards Gold Winner - Residential Interiors - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2016–2021), for Design. **Affiliations** - [AIA Custom Residential Architects Network](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-custom-residential-architects-network-pfvwus-pf~629398549) - [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) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 3.9 out of 5 — 11 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 13.0 - Communication: 10.0 - Value: 10.0 ### All 11 reviews **★ — praged, Oct. 2022** > AVOID AT ALL COSTS. We started a project with Jessica in January 2019 and it is STILL not complete. Everything started very well and she designed a beautiful home as a second floor addition, but everything soon fell apart. She has ghosted us several times; all her contact methods went dark; she consistently told us progress was being made on the permits, but after contacting the city buildings department, we found no work had been done as she told us. We have have THREE permit applications get deleted from the permit system because of lack of progress for six months. Jessica was ALWAYS there with another invoice for work supposedly done, but no progress was visible. There was ALWAYS an excuse / reason (sickness, email server problem, error in the EPlan system, etc.), but never real progress. > We finally had to file complaints with the city, state and AIA because of all the issues we have had with Jessica. After almost 4 years and about $20K, we have NOTHING usable for our project. AVOID AVOID AVOID **★ — Soraya Aghai, Sept. 2022** > We hired Lark to help remodel our house. Nearly a year and a half and a few thousand dollars later we have no construction documents and have had to hire a new architect. We were ghosted for several months mid project with no refund of deposit or handing over of documents that had already been paid for. We have had to hire a new architect and start the entire process over losing time and money. Also, our bills were paid in full, and I have the receipts. **★ — Arnaud Thiercelin, June 2021** > Everything started well but after several rescheduling to show us the sketches we ultimately ended up ghosted. It's been weeks of trying to get in touch with Jessica and there is no way to get even an acknowledgment. Never got to see the sketches/drafts, never got any reason for this, nothing. Just took our money and disappeared. **Comment from Lark Architecture:** > Hi Arnaud - > Im sorry you feel this way and I hope we can resolve it amicably. As we have discussed, I did attempt to reach you with no luck and certainly did not ghost you! Additionally, you have an outstanding balance 4x that of your initial payment you say I disappeared with. I hope that you will respond to my most recent attempts to reach you so that this can be resolved the right way! Thanks! **★★★★★ — Melissa McCarty, Jan. 2019** > Jessica at Lark Architecture was so great to work with! She is incredibly knowledgable while still being friendly and easy to understand. She took into consideration my priorities and turned them into an amazing design. I felt confident in her work every step of the way! The project was finished better than I could imagine and under budget! She also connected me to several excellent contractors along the way. Jessica is a true professional and I cannot say enough positive things about our work together! **★★★★★ — Jill Griffiths, June 2018** > Jessica does amazing work! She pays attention to all the little details. She will do anything to make sure you are getting what you want. You will not be disappointed in the finished product. **★★★★★ — Mosby Building Arts, Ltd., June 2018** > I have known Jessica of Lark Architecture for a number of years, and she is the first architect I consider when someone asks me for a referral. Jessica's wide array of design aesthetic as well as attention to detail make her finished projects stand out against her competitors. It is unique to find someone so talented and multi-faceted in this field. **★★★★★ — Lucy Stopsky, Jan. 2018** > I have known Jessica Miller and Brad Riemann of Lark Architecture for a number of years. I cannot speak highly enough of their technical skill level and design aesthetic. They are true professionals who work easily with any client and believe that collaboration leads to the best outcome for a project. Lark Architecture is one of a kind. **★★★★★ — Amy Freshwater, March 2017** > I got to know Jessica of Lark Architecture through our builder. He depended on her to make sure the many details of our home's construction were done correctly and efficiently. She didn't hesitate to give her opinion on many facets of our construction from wall placement, room size, appliance selection, counter tops, cabinets, fixture sizes and finishes and so much more. When we had questions, she offered to get on the phone or come by with drawings of her visions. She was also very conscious of cost and how to make the most of what we wanted, recommending when we should spend more and when we should cut back. I would recommend Jessica for both architecture or interior design. **★★★★★ — V&M Development, Inc., Feb. 2017** > Lark brought great inspiration and vision to our collaboration. Their firm pushed us to expand our horizons, move past our comfort zone, and ultimately develop a much better end product. They were true team players and never lost sight of our essential project goals. I simply cannot recommend them enough! **★★★★★ — Virginia Marsteller, Feb. 2017** > Great ideas and a good eye for design. We have had numerous compliments about their work on our project. The project came in within our budget and their knowledge of architecture is exactly what we wanted for this unique project. **★★★★★ — Nathan Marsh, Feb. 2017** > Lark Architecture assisted in providing turn key plans including interior architecture and even finish selections! A pleasure to work with and would be happy referring them to anyone! ## Selected projects - [Logan Square Condo Redux](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/logan-square-condo-redux-pj-vj~4731861) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 19 - Description: A few years later - we've taken another swipe at our itty bitty Logan Square condo. Fresh paint and fresh furnishings add up to a new, sophisticated but artsy revival. See for yourself - this home is available for guests through Airbnb. https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/22123761 - [Bucktown Industrial Modern Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bucktown-industrial-modern-residence-pj-vj~839222) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 14 - Description: Eclectic, bright, and creative — this home is focused around a central axis delineated with large format tile, a custom-built floating stair with steel rod guardrail, and a line of skylights illuminating the home from top to bottom. A range of skilled craftsmen and artisans constructed custom millwork, doors, stairs, and finishes that come together in precise alignments, creating a home that’s thoroughly composed to be beautiful, comfortable, and functional. - [Logan Square Eclectic Modern Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/logan-square-eclectic-modern-condo-pj-vj~650719) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: The epitome of small space living, this awesome modern condo in Chicago's hip Logan Square neighborhood boasts a whopping 350 square feet! Lark Architecture worked closely with the clients to pack in ample storage and high style on a tight budget of money, space, and time. The condo features a living area, full kitchen, office space, laundry, a lofted queen size bed, and an entire wall of storage. - [North Center Contemporary Craftsman Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-center-contemporary-craftsman-home-pj-vj~2402110) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 24 - Description: The owners of this North Center new construction home wanted the convenience of contemporary living, but in a home that expressed character and soul. With warm woods, fine details, classic design, and attention to quality construction, their house stands out with timeless beauty and the warmth of traditional materials, while meeting the needs of a modern household. - [New Traditional Porch & Facade](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-traditional-porch-and-facade-pj-vj~2465905) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 4 - Description: Facade & porch renovation to an existing 1880's limestone home in Chicago. - [Lake View Urban Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-view-urban-cottage-pj-vj~2008544) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 13 - [Logan Square Eclectic Modern Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/logan-square-eclectic-modern-home-pj-vj~1525741) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 12 - Description: The Logan Square House is the eclectic renovation of a 1800s built house in Chicago. The design pays homage to the traditional style but also throws in bits of the owners' style through the artwork and materials. - [Bucktown Warm Contemporary Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bucktown-warm-contemporary-home-pj-vj~906488) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 8 - [Harold the Chair](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/harold-the-chair-pj-vj~1080326) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: "Harold" was originally designed and constructed for a charity auction in Chicago. Custom furniture, such as "Harold," is just one of the many services Lark Architecture offers. For more info visit: http://www.chicagomag.com/Chicago-Home/March-2015/Chairs-for-Charity-Sneak-Peek-Jessica-Millers-Harold/ - [Arcus Processing Office Space](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arcus-processing-office-space-pj-vj~650741) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - Description: Architecture and interior design for a new construction industrial manufacturing facility. Space was designed to be consistent with company's branding. [See all 10 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/lark-architecture-pfvwus-pf~403553679) ## Community Q&A **Q: Ikea vanity?** *(in Photo Questions)* That's a Godmorgon vanity from IKEA, yes? A: It is! **Q: Where is the neon cushion from?** *(in Photo Questions)* look forward to more details A: Hi Lucy - It was a handmade/custom pillow. **Q: What brand and finish are the white kitchen cabinets? Gorgeous!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hey! They white are Archisesto, and the dark are custom. **Q: I like the art work. where is it from and I would like to purchase it.** *(in Photo Questions)* I would like to hang it in my counseling office. A: Hi Gina, The art is by artist Emmy Star Brown. https://www.emmystarbrown.com **Q: Beatiful Wall Sconces. Where can I order them?** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please provide the name of the wall sconce? Or where they can be ordered from? Thank you, A: These are the Ralph Lauren Dawes Sconce. They are available for purchase from Circa Lighting: https://www.circalighting.com/dawes-sconce-rl2190/ **Q: Who makes that tub? Beautiful** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi there! It’s the Kohler “Aliento” freestanding tub. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-26.*