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# Michael Abraham Architecture

Original Houzz profile: [Michael Abraham Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/michael-abraham-architecture-pfvwus-pf~562148175)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Clarendon Hills, IL
- **Serves:** Chicago, Naperville, Oak Park, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Saint Charles, Glen Ellyn, Villa Park, Bloomingdale, Geneva, Lake Forest, Hinsdale, La Grange, Forest Park, Western Springs, River Forest, Lake Bluff, Madison, Coloma, Denver, Lake Geneva WI, minneapolis, philadelphia, San Francisco, South Haven, St. Louis
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2023), for Design.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 100,000 Ideabook Saves

A practice characterized by a creative melding of traditional forms with modern lifestyles.  MAA has completed projects throughout the United States and Canada. 

We employ a straight-forward design palette, using both time-tested and innovative materials and techniques to create contextual, but often unexpected results. Our team believes in the steady collaboration between architect, designer, builder and client, and embraces the challenges of a project to create casually elegant homes that are both inviting and comfortable. We understand that the most successful design comes not from a predetermined style, but bares itself through the steps of the design process.
 
Visit our Facebook, Pinterest & Instagram.  

Please forgive us if we do not answer your questions.  Almost all of the work you see in the photographs is custom for each project.  Permanent items in the homes are typically handmade by different trades people and can not be purchased in stores.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Floor Plans
- Space Planning
- Home Restoration
- Basement Design

### Areas Served

- Chicago
- Naperville
- Oak Park
- Wheaton
- Downers Grove
- Elmhurst
- Saint Charles
- Glen Ellyn
- Villa Park
- Bloomingdale
- Geneva
- Lake Forest
- Hinsdale
- La Grange
- Forest Park
- Western Springs
- River Forest
- Lake Bluff
- Madison
- Coloma
- Denver
- Lake Geneva WI
- minneapolis
- philadelphia
- San Francisco
- South Haven
- St. Louis

### Typical Job Cost

600,000.00 - 20,000,000.00

Typical range for new construction homes

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Michael Abraham Architecture |
| Address | 148 Burlington, Clarendon Hills, Illinois 60514, United States |
| Phone | (630) 655-9417 |
| Website | http://www.michael-abraham.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 1566 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — facebook.com/pages/Michael-Abraham-Architecture/377348192443965
- Blog — www.michael-abraham.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Michael Abraham Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/michael-abraham-architecture-pfvwus-pf~562148175)
- **Website:** http://www.michael-abraham.com
- **Phone:** (630) 655-9417

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Numerous Historic Preservation and design awards.Our work has been featured and referenced in national design outlets including: Luxe Interiors + Design, Traditional Home, Better Homes and Gardens, to name a few, as well as multiple regional design publications.

- **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2023), for Design.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 10 reviews**

### All 10 reviews

**★★★★★ — Elizabeth Krueger Design, June 2017**

> We have been working with Michael for many years. Michael Abraham & his team are very talented, responsive, creative, & reliable. We look forward to many more years of a good business relationship and would highly recommend them to anyone!

**★★★★★ — Holly Jensen, March 2017**

> Michael designed a new home for us on a lake in Madison, WI.  His ability to capture our desires and also insert his creativity was flawless.  We were most impressed with how he captured the best views from all rooms of the home.  He blended a contemporary, industrial look with a timeless style.  Our home is functional and a thing of beauty.  We love our new home and would highly recommend Michael Abraham.

**★★★★★ — Wes Breton, Jan. 2017**

> Michael's work had always caught our eye as he had designed what we considered to be the most beautiful homes in our area. We hired him to design our new home and he did not disappoint. Starting with his proposal and throughout the build process his work was thoughtful, detailed, and on point. My wife and I really could not recommend him enough.

**★★★★★ — Michele Chudik, Jan. 2017**

> We absolutely love our home and believe that Michael Abraham is the reason!  Mike is so professional and creative.  One of the many things that sets him apart is his incorporation of natural light into every home. We are always getting asked who our architect was and we are proud to give Micheal Abraham a referral & share our positive experience.  When building a home the architect is critical- you want a meticulous , creative, thoughtful architect -this is what you get from Michael Abraham .

**★★★★★ — Barrett's Technology Solutions, July 2015**

> We just finished working on a new construction project in Clarendon Hills designed by Mr. Abraham. The floor plan layout of the home and attention to detail demonstrate the experience and expertise Mr. Abraham has for creating innovative and creative settings.
> We highly recommend his firm for high end residential work.
>
> Joe Barrett
> President, Barrett's Technology Solutions
> Naperville, IL

**★★★★★ — afryzel, Feb. 2014**

> For a thoughtful approach to residential design, Culligan Abraham are an excellent choice. They remain creative and forward thinking but respectful to the neighborhood and surroundings.

**★★★★★ — zook405, Nov. 2013**

> We bought an old 1927 Tudor home, designed by a famous architect R. Harold Zook. We had Mike Abraham come over several times to look at the project.  He had a great vision of where he wanted to see this house go. We did an addition that looks like it was built in 1927.  The house flows so nice now. He was over at the construction site all the time making sure the desing plans were being met. If there was something the carpenters did wrong he would call the builder and work it out. He designed and constructed this house for generations to grow up and grow old in.  We absolutely love Culligan and Abraham. Any builder can build a house but you need the best architect to design the plans.

**★★★★★ — Mark Hickman Homes, Nov. 2013**

> I have been working with Michael Abraham Architecture for more than 15 years.  The team at MAA is extremely talented and creative.   Abraham is able to create dream homes for their clients.  Having built several homes, MAA's designs are above and beyond the most complex homes I have built.   Not only are they able to design new homes, they are able to walk into an existing home and transform that home into something truly spectacular!  I enjoy working with Michael Abraham and would highly recommend them to anyone!

**★★★★★ — Holly Fraleigh, Nov. 2013**

> After 26 years of living in beautiful old houses we wanted to build our perfect house for how we live.  The first person we met with was Mike Abraham and after that meeting we were done looking for an architect.  We described all of the things that were important to us and the general style we were looking for.  The very first drawings Mike presented were spot on.  We worked with Mike and Joel Rafferty to make a few very small adjustments and were done!  Now with the house completed all of the interesting details that set Culligan and Abraham houses apart from the rest are what makes the house.  Without exception friends have been mesmerized by the attention to detail and interesting features that make our home feel so special.  We are so appreciative for their outstanding performance.

**★★★★★ — S Walsh, Nov. 2012**

> Terrific Architects -
> Very creative and unique designers. Client friendly and warm.
> We worked wtih Mika Abraham twice on two home developments for our family and would highly recommend Mike and his team.

## Selected projects

- [Lake Geneva Basswood](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-geneva-basswood-pj-vj~105470)
  - Location: Lake Geneva, WI
  - Photos: 20
  - Description: This farmhouse-modern rests on the shores of Lake Geneva and is inspired by Wisconsin's agricultural heritage. Guests are welcomed through subtle landscaping into the sun drenched entry where large spans of glass with contemporary lines frame openings to the glistening lake beyond. Hand hewn beams, exposed timbers and indigenous stones create a stylish yet tranquil feel to this countryside escape.
- [7th Street Zook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/7th-street-zook-pj-vj~1163320)
  - Location: Hinsdale, IL
  - Photos: 21
  - Description: An all time classic 1927 English Cotswold home by familiar architect of Chicago's Western Suburbs, R. Harold Zook. Detailed stone work, heavy timbers and lots of Ivy clad this period home on a corner lot in Hinsdale, IL. In lieu of a period restoration, the project was approached with a modern juxtaposition to the historic exterior style.
- [Paw Paw Lake House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/paw-paw-lake-house-pj-vj~2795403)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Vine Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vine-street-pj-vj~38561)
  - Location: Hinsdale, IL
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: Interior design by Zinker Associates in Hinsdale, IL Construction by Mark Hickman Homes in Hinsdale, IL
- [Glencoe Stonegate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glencoe-stonegate-pj-vj~42433)
  - Location: Glencoe, IL
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: Clean lines and simple forms give sophistication to the otherwise common materials on this old world home. Textured stucco, brick awash in white and weathered wood stains create a stunning first impression.
- [Lake Geneva LSD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-geneva-lsd-pj-vj~2495325)
  - Location: Lake Geneva, WI
  - Photos: 27
- [7th Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/7th-street-pj-vj~2496025)
  - Location: Hinsdale, IL
  - Photos: 20
  - Description: With on-trend shiplap, Quartz Counters and plaster coves, the kitchen and dining space of this Hinsdale home is the picture of understated elegance. Interior Design: Michael Abrams Kitchen: O'brien Harris Photos: Scott Shigley
- [Lake Geneva](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-geneva-pj-vj~42440)
  - Location: Lake Geneva, WI
  - Photos: 14
- [Oak Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oak-street-pj-vj~2505277)
  - Location: Hinsdale, IL
  - Photos: 37
- [Lake Mendota Wisconsin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-mendota-wisconsin-pj-vj~2288309)
  - Location: Madison, WI
  - Photos: 3
- [Stone Hickory](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stone-hickory-pj-vj~1583697)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Dunes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dunes-pj-vj~37730)
  - Location: New Buffalo, MI
  - Photos: 6
- [Hampton St.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hampton-st-pj-vj~37707)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: A storybook stucco facade.
- [Center St.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/center-st-pj-vj~37637)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [River Forest](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/river-forest-pj-vj~2764841)
  - Location: River Forest, IL
  - Photos: 3
- [Hickory & Washington](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hickory-and-washington-pj-vj~2111686)
  - Location: Hinsdale, IL
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: http://www.chicagomag.com/Chicago-Home/Fall-2016/A-Hinsdale-Family-Builds-Their-Peaceful-Dream-Home/
- [Water Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/water-street-pj-vj~2147272)
  - Location: Chicago, IL
  - Photos: 3
- [4th Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/4th-street-pj-vj~129930)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: The modern day farmhouse.
- [Gull Lake Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gull-lake-residence-pj-vj~2765286)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Breakenridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/breakenridge-pj-vj~42844)
  - Location: Breckenridge, IL
  - Photos: 4

[See all 53 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/michael-abraham-architecture-pfvwus-pf~562148175)

## Ideabooks

- [Borkowski](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101913622/list/borkowski) — 28 ideas
- [Mori](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/99129230/list/mori) — 1 idea
- [Gates](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/97171289/list/gates) — 3 ideas
- [fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10706131/list/fireplaces) — 7 ideas
- [Banks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23558996/list/banks) — 7 ideas
- [Ktchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/62636144/list/ktchens) — 3 ideas
- [HUTTER](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/58766459/list/hutter) — 6 ideas
- [Shah Stair](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50373756/list/shah-stair) — 11 ideas
- [Shah](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34415353/list/shah) — 18 ideas
- [Thomson Wilder](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50037193/list/thomson-wilder) — 9 ideas
- [von Maur](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23358675/list/von-maur) — 2 ideas
- [CarfraeCAA](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32544856/list/carfraecaa) — 28 ideas
- [Closets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24808852/list/closets) — 3 ideas
- [Modern](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23559133/list/modern) — 6 ideas
- [Window Walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25101827/list/window-walls) — 6 ideas
- [Issa](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23586044/list/issa) — 1 idea
- [Lopez](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23559216/list/lopez) — 3 ideas
- [Hospel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23358742/list/hospel) — 1 idea
- [Lake cottages](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18380565/list/lake-cottages) — 5 ideas
- [Classical Designs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11721663/list/classical-designs) — 6 ideas

[See all 21 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/michaelabraham)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Design** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you share who was the designer on this house. Thanks

A: Good morning!

Architect: Michael Abraham Architecture
Builder: Tiburon Homes
Interior Designer: Tracy Hickman
Kitchen Designer: O'brien Harris

Hope this helps!

-J

**Q: Attention to detail!** *(in Photo Questions)*

I love this house, especially the attention to detail - can you describe how the baseboard was applied and what material was used?  How was such a crisp line achieved at the bottom of the drywall?  Is there a name for the technique?

A: Hi, It's a drywall reveal for the baseboard.  Check out fryreglet.com they have all sorts of beads to create this.

**Q: Color texture of two inserts** *(in Photo Questions)*

How did you achieve the look of the 2 gold inserts?

A: It's actual gold leaf!

**Q: How were you able to achieve the old world stucco look?** *(in Photo Questions)*

What providers were used? Any information you could provide would be so appreciated

A: HI!  We have built up a list of trades throughout the years that are masters at their craft.  You need to find the guy that is excited for a challenge and not just there to get it done.

**Q: Gorgeous Floors!!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you provide info on the floors in this design?  What manufacturer, color and width?  Are they solid wood or engineered?

A: Hi, I believe the floors are from Apex Flooring.

**Q: stone ? where is it from** *(in Photo Questions)*

Name of stone and placed purchased?

A: Hi, It's the Basswood mix from Halquist Stone in WI.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-10.*