--- title: "Liv Companies LLC Design + Build — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/liv-companies-llc-design-build-pfvwus-pf~470618945 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~470618945.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Liv Companies LLC Design + Build" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/5fc342ab0308fb09_5467-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "7700 Brush Hill Road Suite 103C, Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527, United States" latitude: 41.7447 longitude: -87.9334 phone: "(773) 620-1261" website: http://livcompanies.com rating: 5 review_count: 23 best_of_houzz_awards: 8 followers: 198 last_updated: 2026-09-21 --- # Liv Companies LLC Design + Build Original Houzz profile: [Liv Companies LLC Design + Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/liv-companies-llc-design-build-pfvwus-pf~470618945) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Burr Ridge, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Naperville, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, Westmont, Darien, Brookfield, Hinsdale, La Grange, Forest Park, Western Springs, Riverside, Willowbrook, Clarendon Hills, Oak Brook, Countryside, Willow Springs - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (23 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2016–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - Online consultation Founded as a collaboration between Architect and Builder - Liv Companies provides its residential clients with a creative, streamlined, and transparent approach to all remodeling projects. We pride ourselves on providing simple, quality, and professional solutions to any housing remodel, addition, or custom home - all with YOUR lifestyle, needs, goals, and budget kept in focus. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Design - Architectural Design - Architectural Drawings - Basement Design ### Areas Served - Chicago - Naperville - Downers Grove - Elmhurst - Glen Ellyn - Westmont - Darien - Brookfield - Hinsdale - La Grange - Forest Park - Western Springs - Riverside - Willowbrook - Clarendon Hills - Oak Brook - Countryside - Willow Springs ### Typical Job Cost $200,000 - 3 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Liv Companies LLC Design + Build | | Address | 7700 Brush Hill Road Suite 103C, Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527, United States | | Phone | (773) 620-1261 | | Website | http://livcompanies.com | | Followers on Houzz | 198 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/livcompanies/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/liv-companies - Blog — www.livcompanies.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Liv Companies LLC Design + Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/liv-companies-llc-design-build-pfvwus-pf~470618945) - **Website:** http://livcompanies.com - **Phone:** (773) 620-1261 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Illinois Licensed ArchitectCertified Graduate BuilderCertified Green ProfessionalLEED Accredited ProfessionalMember AIAMember NAHBNAHB Life Director - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2016–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [NARI of Greater Chicagoland](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nari-of-greater-chicagoland-pfvwus-pf~311142050) - [AIA Chicago](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-chicago-pfvwus-pf~437317530) - [Virginia Tech Architecture & Urban Studies](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/virginia-tech-architecture-and-urban-studies-pfvwus-pf~1419354857) - [Southwest Suburban Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/southwest-suburban-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~1637532347) - [NAHB Remodelers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-remodelers-pfvwus-pf~597469654) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 23 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Eileen Bryant, July 2020** > My husband & I were beyond thrilled with LivCo for our house remodeling project, and we were impressed with ALL aspects of the process, including each & every person on their amazing team. We especially loved that the LivCo team is a one-stop-shop, including highly skilled & experienced architects, designers and builders who all work together seamlessly and work together extremely well. From the beginning, the project planning and the proposed timelines were clearly communicated and presented in a thoughtful, easy to understand and detailed manner (we loved the organized binders, with tabs!). During the project, communication was excellent and they were extremely responsive to all of our requests & questions. They were definitely on top of things & kept the construction space & our house clean throughout. They exceeded our expectations & completed our project on time, if not even a week or so early! We highly recommend LivCo to anyone interested in starting a remodeling project. **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thank you Eileen!!!! You guys were a complete joy to work with and we loved how your modern-rustic spaces turned out. So glad you are enjoying your new home! **★★★★★ — Tom H, Jan. 2020** > We had purchased a 60's style ranch that needed work to create the great room (Living, Dining and Kitchen) that we always wanted. Our decision to go with Live came down to a couple of key factors: > > -we loved that their team addressed every facet of a remodel from design/architecture to completion. > -their design aesthetic was perfect for what we wanted to accomplish > -their past work we looked into reinforced our feeling for both listed above > > We were going to be doing a big renovation that included knocking down walls, vaulting a ceiling and a completely new kitchen. They said would take 4 months. We kicked off in mid June and finished the week before Halloween! What really impressed me was that the finished project was on budget and completely in line with the design concepts that Dave Pollard and team had presented to us in both drawing and computer/video formats. Through the 4 months they helped guide key moments and design decisions. Important to note that we were living in the house during the work (with kids!) and truly appreciated their approach to helping us manage our expectations of the ebbs and flows of a renovation. > > In the end our new living space looks amazing! Constant compliments. What really stood out to me was how professional they are with constant communication. I also liked that they had signs up reminding all that entered our home the values and behaviors expected of each team member/contractor who entered the site. Holding all accountable for what it meant to represent their organization. That meant alot. One of the main expectations they demanded was at the end of each day the crew would clean the space so thoroughly that I never had to worry about my kids walking through the area. **★★★★★ — Amy Mills, July 2019** > We are just in love with our home after Liv Companies. They were able to recreate the charm of the first floor on our second floor. It is also now more efficient and now we have even more space for our family. We would highly recommend for any big or small project. They were able to incorporate our needs and wants throughout the project. The staff were amazing and always dealt with any concerns or questions that arouse during the entire process. **★★★★★ — Cathy Smith, Dec. 2018** > While there are always many nice large houses on the market, it is very difficult to find a nice small one. I fell in love with a small 1929 brick cottage in the perfect location, and though it had great bones and many charming original features it had no kitchen to speak of, and the bathroom was in serious need of an upgrade. The LIV team made it a point to really understand and share my vision, extend it, and make it reality. I was a novice to remodeling and they shepherded me through the process. I really appreciated their professionalism, quality materials, attention to detail and practicality. > The design process was extraordinary. LIV design and build teams collaborated to help me obtain my vision while staying within my budget. Anytime a design hitch was encountered, the team leaned into to it, each time coming up with a solution that was even better than the original design intent. I think this aspect is what really sets the LIV team apart. > > Thanks LIV team! I absolutely LOVE my new old house! **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thank you Cathy! We absolutely loved working with you on your project - and were honored to be part of saving such a charming home! **★★★★★ — Jen Zecher, Dec. 2018** > Dave, Russ and team are truly an exceptional group to work with. We are completely satisfied with the transformation of our home. We first started with wanting to do a simple facelift to the home but it quickly turned into a bigger project than we anticipated. We basically touched every part of our home from fresh paint to a brand new kitchen. We would have never thought of some of the design ideas that Dave came up with. We were impressed with his design, his attention to detail and the top notch customer service. We highly recommend using Liv Companies for your next project - they are a talented group! **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thanks so much Jen! We had such a great time working with you guys - your love of design and attention to detail resulted in some truly exceptional spaces. **★★★★★ — Jan & Doug Reed, Nov. 2018** > The partnership of creative design and quality renovation found with LIV Companies is a bonus for anyone wanting to remodel their property or build new. LIV does all they can to make dreams come true in a professional, caring and quality way. We recommend them highly. The staff at LIV values client satisfaction in every aspect of the project. They are dedicated to resolving any issues that arise and do their absolute best to make them happen. They’ve always got your back. **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thanks so much Jan! We loved working with you and your wonderful family, and it is so exciting to see the finished product where you guys truly made it your own!!!! **★★★★★ — Nancy DeFauw, Dec. 2017** > We love LivCo! > > We worked with LivCo to do a major addition (adding about 50% to our existing 1925 home) and remodel of about 1/3 of existing living space (including gutting the kitchen and our kids' bedrooms/bath). The whole project took about 6 months, start to finish, and we lived here throughout. > > I can't even describe how amazing it was to work with this team. Perhaps most importantly, the addition is gorgeous and everyone who sees it remarks about how amazingly it blends with the rest of the house. We're thrilled with how it all turned out! Score 1. > > Secondly, we knew exactly where we stood on budget at all times. No surprises. We added/changed some things in real-time, so, of course, that had an impact - but we knew what that impact was and had the info to make a decision. Score 2. > > Third, everyone who worked on our project (and let's admit it...we lived here throughout...so we got to know everyone well) was incredibly respectful of our home and our family - even the dog ;) And I also work from home - and they were flexible about how to schedule around some really important calls! Score 3. > > Lastly, Dave and Russ are just great people to work with. We worked really hard upfront to get the design right. And, the combo effect of having design and build together meant that the kinks get worked out upfront and the budget reflected a complete understanding of what's going on. That was HUGE. I remember overhearing Dave and Russ having a spirited conversation one day while we were still in the design phase and I was so grateful! It was clear that they were going to work through the best solution for us....and that we didn't have to be in the middle of it. > > Thanks, guys!! It was a blast! **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thanks for the Liv Luv Nancy! > We had so much fun working with you guys on this project; it was quite an evolution, and I think we ended up with by far the coolest and best solution. We will gauge our true score, however, in the future when we see if any of your kids grow up to be architects or builders after watching that whole project happen! **★★★★★ — amybilow17, Dec. 2017** > We couldn't have asked for a better team to work with. Dave and Russ, along with Tom and Denny, became a part of our lives for five months. We lived through the renovation and they were patient with us and accommodating during the whole experience. We had our kitchen and bathroom totally remodeled, along with our attic transformed into two bedrooms and a bathroom. The design is perfect and has brought so much light and peaceful energy into our home. Our family is enjoying our home and it feels like the house was always meant to be the way it is now. Liv Co works hard to stay within budget and to leave you happy. Cannot recommend them enough. (See Riverside Inward Expansion for photos.) **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thanks so much Amy! > I think you guys are tied with one other client for the Trooper of the Year Award (or maybe you win because of a newborn!) Living in the home through the construction with 3 small kids is no small feat, and you guys were fun, patient, and flexible, which only made our process easier. The project turned out so cool, and I can only imagine how different mornings, days, and dinners are with all of the added space upstairs and the new bright and fresh feel throughout. **★★★★★ — Jackie Burke, Dec. 2017** > We looked at several contractors/design companies before selecting Liv Companies - and couldn't be happier with our decision! Having an architect & contractor under one roof was a winning combination for our home renovation. > > Dave (architect) is wildly talented and immediately shared our vision for the home, and helped take it up a notch - delivering a finished product that exceeded our expectations. Russ's (contractor) expertise and experience helped us along the way in terms of construction, costs & timing and was always on hand to steer us in the right direction. > > Dave, Russ and the whole team are very professional, experienced and truly care about the quality, design and construction. They helped us find unique solutions that were creative and cost-effective, allowing our budget work harder for us. > > Thanks to Dave, Russ & team for helping build our dream home :) > > (See Split-Level Revival for pics) **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thanks guys! We had lots of fun working on this project with you, and it is certainly special and unique in our eyes as well! **★★★★★ — Classic Home Improvements, Oct. 2017** > Russ and Dave are a great combo team with their building and operational experience. They aren't the biggest (or smallest) in town so their service is very personalized. I highly recommend working with them! **★★★★★ — MattandSitu S, Sept. 2017** > Dave and Russ are the best out there. They made our renovation project as simple as a walk in the park. This was our first house and first such undertaking. **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thank you guys so much for your nice words. We had so much fun working on your project and giving your subruban move an urban feel. Hope you are enjoying the new spaces! **★★★★★ — droth11, Nov. 2016** > A very big thank you to Dave, Russ and the Liv team (specifically Tom and Denny) for transforming our 1970s home into a beautiful, modern, functional space! From the unique design to the smooth construction process, Liv consistently exceeded our expectations. We lived through a major renovation with two small children, and Liv made it easy. Their creativity, attention to detail and responsiveness to their clients certainly sets them apart from the competition. Thanks again, Liv! **Comment from Liv Companies LLC Design + Build:** > Thank you guys so much for your kind words! We had a lot of fun working with you all on this project, and we look forward to continuing a great relationship on phases 2, 3, 4, and 5! :-) ## Selected projects - [Step By Step – LaGrange Park Vintage Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/step-by-step-lagrange-park-vintage-addition-pj-vj~7214384) - Location: La Grange Park, IL - Photos: 19 - Description: With a difficult site and 19th century bones, this La Grange Park Victorian needed some creative thinking to work for today’s lifestyle. Loving their neighborhood and the character of their historic home, this charming family tasked LivCo with reimagining their spaces for modern living with three kids. The existing basement access was only through a first floor powder room, the kitchen was compartmentalized from the living spaces, there was no mudroom storage, and the entire five person family s… - [Green Acres – Suburban Whole-House Modernization](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/green-acres-suburban-whole-house-modernization-pj-vj~7137850) - Location: Wheaton, IL - Photos: 21 - Description: This wonderful couple was moving from the city out to the Western burbs, and reached out to LivCo to help bring a little urban vibe to their charming new midwestern colonial in Wheaton, Illinois. Beyond an interior facelift, the existing floor plan had challenges at the kitchen and primary suite, so we were also tasked to help reimagine these spaces for better use, circulation, and social engagement. Our team studied the possibilities of re-arranging the kitchen, mudroom, powder room, and laundr… - [Miami Vice – Indian Head Park Open Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/miami-vice-indian-head-park-open-kitchen-pj-vj~7128106) - Location: Indian Head Park, IL - Photos: 20 - [The Bold and the Beautiful – Riverside MCM](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-bold-and-the-beautiful-riverside-mcm-pj-vj~7124233) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 22 - Description: This beautiful California-style ranch in Riverside, Illinois, originally had a raised family room and office space extended out to the backyard patio and swimming pool area. While wonderful, the main social space of the home was crammed towards the front and became a major thoroughfare between the home office, garage, and mudroom to all of the living spaces. LivCo’s design team proposed moving the kitchen up to the family room level to take advantage of the backyard connection and therefore maki… - [Small Wonder – Riverside Open Plan Maximized](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-wonder-riverside-open-plan-maximized-pj-vj~7124223) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 15 - Description: With outdated and compartmentalized living spaces, this Riverside, IL family contacted LivCo to explore how it could be rearranged and maximized for their modern lifestyle. With a focus on open social spaces and secluded private spaces, the original powder room was relocated to the back corner of the home to allow a separate mud-room while opening the kitchen plan for possibilities. The new kitchen space offered a layout featured improved access and views to the back porch, a social gathering-fo… - [Married with Children – Western Springs 2nd Floor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/married-with-children-western-springs-2nd-floor-pj-vj~7104109) - Location: Western Springs, IL - Photos: 38 - Description: This challenging lot with a long ranch in a great Western Springs location was the perfect candidate for a LivCo re-imagining. This wonderful family needed space to grow — for sleeping, bathing, cooking, and socializing. With the limited buildable lot area, building up seemed to be the best solution, and our design team explored multiple options to maximize usable space and value. By converting the downstairs primary suite to a guest room and home office, we were able to add three bedrooms and t… - [The Wonder Years – Riverside MCM Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-wonder-years-riverside-mcm-kitchen-pj-vj~7104194) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 32 - Description: Knowing our team was passionate about re-imaging mid-century and modern spaces, this family came to us to see if we could solve their cramped kitchen. Originally located on the far corner of the sprawling ranch, the kitchen, where they spend time for hours of the day, was hugely disconnected from the rest of the home. LivCo first proposed rotating and elongating the kitchen against the garage wall and eliminating the closed dining room. This offered much more space for storage, cooking, and ente… - [All In the Family – La Grange Luxury Kitchen Expansion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/all-in-the-family-la-grange-luxury-kitchen-expansion-pj-vj~7104196) - Location: La Grange, IL - Photos: 28 - Description: As is common in historic four-squares that have been modified over the years, this family’s La Grange home had chopped-up social spaces towards the rear with a large, full bathroom smack dab in the middle, dividing the family room from the cramped kitchen with a narrow hallway. These clients came to LivCo looking to maximize kitchen space, both for cooking and for socializing, while also creating a stronger connection between the kitchen, family room, and finished basement. With the complicated… - [Quantum Leap – Riverside Cape-Cod Re-Imagined](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/quantum-leap-riverside-cape-cod-re-imagined-pj-vj~7104189) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 34 - Description: With an outdated and awkward kitchen and the need for an additional primary bathroom, this wonderful family came to LivCo to see what was possible in their Riverside, Illinois, cottage-style cape-cod. After exploring alternative kitchen locations, the best solution landed on extending the existing kitchen space into the dining room, creating a true social center of the home while maximizing storage. While connecting the central hall, family room and garage, the design concept maximized sunlight… - [One Day at a Time – Riverside History Expanded](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/one-day-at-a-time-riverside-history-expanded-pj-vj~6916516) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 14 - Description: This 19th century historic Riverside four-square had beautiful stately rooms throughout except for in the kitchen. While in 1889, kitchens were solely utilitarian, today’s kitchen, especially for this mutigenerational family of ten, needed to do so much more. Our team was challenged with fulfilling the family’s needs of a modern kitchen in the existing footprint, and we knew we were going to have to think outside the box. Bound by the existing basement stairs and an abandoned chimney, the existi… - [A Different World – Riverside Vintage & Social Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-different-world-riverside-vintage-and-social-kitchen-pj-vj~6694456) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: The quaint town of Riverside, Illinois is full of unique and interesting homes, and this clients’ charming brick colonial was no different. With beautiful living spaces, arched doorways, and huge round-top windows, the original kitchen was out of place, and almost felt like an afterthought. Besides being pushed deep into a corner and blocking circulation through the home, the original kitchen also lacked storage, modern amenities, and overall usability for today’s lifestyle. The LivCo team was t… - [Riverside Victorian Kitchen & Baths Modernized](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverside-victorian-kitchen-and-baths-modernized-pj-vj~6311243) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 20 - Description: These wonderful clients came to us with a beautiful Victorian home in Riverside, IL that had been expanded and modified over the years but had become outdated and fell short in meeting their cooking and entertaining needs. Our design goals were to maximize the kitchen layout for a true Chef’s kitchen that better supported entertaining and family events. The solution was relocating the laundry room to the second floor allowing a more expansive and open floor plan in the kitchen, breakfast, and fa… - [Family Ties - Hinsdale Home Opened Up](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-ties-hinsdale-home-opened-up-pj-vj~6367059) - Location: Hinsdale, IL - Photos: 22 - Description: This family of five had a wonderful home, but it struggled with outdated, dark, and compartmentalized spaces that needed a little Liv Luv. Our team was tasked with maximizing storage and usable kitchen space while creating a more connected social layout. Our solution was to move the kitchen to the center of the home, and open up pretty much all of the walls to views and natural light from the expansive backyard. The winding stair was straightened and opened, while also receiving a modernized met… - [Riverside MCM Ranch Re-imagined](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverside-mcm-ranch-re-imagined-pj-vj~6011906) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 35 - Description: A family moving into an expansive Riverside ranch were seeking a grander entrance, and a stronger connection between the daily living spaces. The resulting design vaulted the ceilings and removed walls to connect the kitchen, dining, breakfast, family, and piano room. The existing U-shaped kitchen was re-planned to move inward and extend outward to the family room – offering ample island seating for socializing while also introducing more natural light and backyard access through an eight foot s… - [Craftsman Cottage Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-cottage-addition-pj-vj~6311261) - Location: Downers Grove, IL - Photos: 17 - Description: Our client came to us with her charming, but challenged English cottage in Downers Grove. The existing plan was disconnected from the backyard with a dead-end and dark kitchen, and the existing steep and narrow stairs limited interior remodeling options to achieve a more usable and connected kitchen. LivCo’s solution was a 2-story addition planned around a new stair tower. This major move allowed the kitchen to expand outward and added enough space to add another bedroom which became the Owner’s… - [All Fun & Games – Orland Park Basement Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/all-fun-and-games-orland-park-basement-retreat-pj-vj~6394560) - Location: Orland Park, IL - Photos: 26 - Description: With a relatively new house with an unfinished basement, these fantastic clients tasked LivCo with building out a getaway for the whole family. Included in the program were spaces for playing games such as pool and pinball, a home theatre space, a home gym, a full bathroom, and a full service bar. Fitting all of these spaces involved working around the existing mechanicals and structure, and creatively planning within the existing basement footprint. The result is a bright and well-designed spac… - [Couple’s Retreat – Riverside Vintage Suite Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/couples-retreat-riverside-vintage-suite-addition-pj-vj~6575353) - Location: Riverside, IL - Photos: 24 - Description: Our clients came to us needing more space in their unique and vintage 1800’s Victorian home. Specifically the rear bedroom was awkward and short on storage, and the entire family shared a single bathroom on the second floor. With a more recent kitchen and breakfast room addition already on the first floor, LivCo was tasked with building on top of the existing footprint and connecting to the complex gambrel roof lines in a way that made the addition seem like it was always there or should have be… - [Summer Breeze – La Grange Porch Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/summer-breeze-la-grange-porch-addition-pj-vj~6383392) - Location: La Grange, IL - Photos: 18 - Description: LivCo completed the Phase 1 interior remodel of this La Grange home for this wonderful family two years ago. When originally planning the kitchen and family room of the first project; we had planned a future connection to the an outdoor living space. This space was planned to be more than just a porch or covered deck, it was intended to be a true extension of the historic home to an outdoor living room. The result was an “open addition” anchored by the wide, frame planters holding the stair to t… - [Cottage-Style Mudroom Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cottage-style-mudroom-addition-pj-vj~6311224) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: These clients lived in a charming tudor cottage in Edison Park, IL that had an enclosed porch connecting them to the backyard. The porch was in very poor condition was not very usable space and would have been difficult to repair. Our solution was not just to tear-off and replace the existing porch, but to build a mudroom addition that brought more value than just empty space. Our design provided a new sun-filled vaulted breakfast room allowing the kitchen to expand into the new addition space.… - [Oak Park Basement, Bath, & Beyond](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oak-park-basement-bath-and-beyond-pj-vj~6074134) - Location: Oak Park, IL - Photos: 13 - Description: With a limited amount of space in their existing home, this family brought in LivCo to explore maximizing their basement and storage spaces while adding a bathroom. Our basement solution involved relocating the mechanical systems to the crawlspace which freed up floor space for a rec room, laundry, a new full bathroom, storage, and a tool room. We also even found a nice little space for a computer desk under the stairs. Our basement design brought the typical LivCo level of creativity by exposin… [See all 55 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/liv-companies-llc-design-build-pfvwus-pf~470618945) ## Ideabooks - [WTP Reno](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70411882/list/wtp-reno) — 6 ideas - [Kurtyak Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/49197096/list/kurtyak-inspiration) — 5 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/livcompanies) ## Community Q&A **Q: cabinets details please? Wood and finish?** *(in Photo Questions)* This is he exact combo of flooring and cabinets I'm looking to do in our reno. Could I please find out what wood and finish is used in the cabinets? A: Thank you! If you’re in the Chicago burbs we’d be happy to help! 😁 countertop: Aria Leathered Quartzite Slab from Calia Stone (They currently have some available but this slab was uniquely larger than standard natural stone size) **Q: Railing powder coat color** *(in Photo Questions)* Hello, What is the railing powder coat color? Thanks! A: I don’t believe we had a specific color, we just asked for black powder coating. Thanks! **Q: Nice remodel. What is the measurement of the living and dining space?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you!!!! The living/dining space overall is 14'x20' It's cozy but it works - with the wall opened up at the stairway and lots of windows & doors, it feels much more voluminous. **Q: What is the wood siding material?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The siding here is Ipe, with an oil finish **Q: what IKEA finish is the vanity?** *(in Photo Questions)* Maybe the photo distorts this. I can’t seem to find a similar finish on their site. A: It is white stained oak effect: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S59186591/ **Q: Is the vanity custom built?** *(in Photo Questions)* I would love to know where this vanity is from if it is not custom built. A: No it is not custom-built, but is actually from Ikea. Good value in both the cabinet with 4 drawers and the integrated sinks in the top. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S39903244/ --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-21.*