--- title: "Studio21 Architects — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/studio21-architects-pfvwus-pf~880821437 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~880821437.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Studio21 Architects" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0ab339b80f4b9e48_0597-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "5012 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove, Illinois 60515, United States" latitude: 41.8034 longitude: -88.0138 phone: "(630) 789-2513" website: http://www.studio21architects.com rating: 5 review_count: 8 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 291 last_updated: 2026-08-27 --- # Studio21 Architects Original Houzz profile: [Studio21 Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/studio21-architects-pfvwus-pf~880821437) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Downers Grove, IL - **Serves:** Naperville, Bolingbrook, Palatine, Wheaton, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Lombard, Carol Stream, Woodridge, Glendale Heights, Glen Ellyn, West Chicago, Westmont, Lisle, Villa Park, Darien, Palos Hills, Lemont, Hinsdale, Westchester, La Grange, Hickory Hills, Warrenville, Western Springs, La Grange Park, Burr Ridge, River Grove, Winfield, Riverside, Oak Brook, North Riverside, Countryside, Willow Springs, Indian Head Park, Oakbrook Terrace - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (8 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Established in 1980, Studio21 Architects has specialized in designing custom homes for over thirty years. During this time we have focused on providing our clients with an uncompromising commitment to quality service. In all of our work, our primary focus is listening to our clients. Our ability to adapt the design to respond to our clients' specific needs is the measure of a successful project. Our performance has resulted in establishing long-term relationships with many of our clients. ### Services Provided - Building Design - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - 3D Rendering ### Areas Served - Naperville - Bolingbrook - Palatine - Wheaton - Downers Grove - Elmhurst - Lombard - Carol Stream - Woodridge - Glendale Heights - Glen Ellyn - West Chicago - Westmont - Lisle - Villa Park - Darien - Palos Hills - Lemont - Hinsdale - Westchester - La Grange - Hickory Hills - Warrenville - Western Springs - La Grange Park - Burr Ridge - River Grove - Winfield - Riverside - Oak Brook - North Riverside - Countryside - Willow Springs - Indian Head Park - Oakbrook Terrace ### Typical Job Cost $250,000 - 1 million Cost is dependent on project type and scope. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Studio21 Architects | | Address | 5012 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove, Illinois 60515, United States | | Phone | (630) 789-2513 | | Website | http://www.studio21architects.com | | Followers on Houzz | 291 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Studio21-Architects/189914504363557 - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/Studio21Arch - Blog — www.studio21architects.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Studio21 Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/studio21-architects-pfvwus-pf~880821437) - **Website:** http://www.studio21architects.com - **Phone:** (630) 789-2513 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - National Home Builder Association of Greater Chicago Crystal Key Awary - 1997, 1998, 2001, 2005, and 2008 - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for 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 — 8 reviews** ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — Judi & Mike Murray, April 2017** > My husband and I bought a tear down in the historic area of Schaumburg. After interviewing 5 architects we knew right away that Studio21 Architects, and Bill Styczynski, were the perfect pick for our dream home! > > We hired Studio21 for the design + build process of our idea for a modern farmhouse with a historic flare. Working with Bill Styczynki and Gregg Stahr was a great experience overall. Renee Dion, the designer that works with Studio21, helped us with all the beautiful interior finishes and selections in our home, that brought it all together. They all took the time to learn about how we lived and how we envisioned living in the house, they listened carefully to our wants and needs, and their attention to detail and creative suggestions resulted in a quality home. > > Studio21 was easy to communicate with and we always got quick responses to calls, texts and emails. I’ll never forget the day we walked into their conference room and up on the screen was an image of a BEAUTIFUL home, and I said “that’s the kind of home I want” and their response was “this is your home”. It truly took my breath away, as they really understood us and made our dream a realty. > > > After living here over a year now I can honestly say I wouldn’t change a thing. From the design, through the construction and up to the finish, Studio21 made it an enjoyable experience. When we sit on our wrap around front porch, people walk by all the time and comment on what a beautiful home we have and we have to agree with them 100%! **Comment from Studio21 Architects:** > Judi & Mike, thank you for the wonderful testimonial. Your home is wonderful and it helps that you took the time to do things right. **★★★★★ — L B, March 2015** > This is a firm of talented Architects who create beautiful spaces - whether the are updating an existing space or new build. They are talented, courteous, and responsive. **★★★★★ — barrios35, Feb. 2015** > After interviewing many architectural firms, Bill was the only architect that asked us what we wanted in our home and listened. That immediately impressed us. We knew what we wanted, we just did not know how to incorporate it in the existing home. We were not looking for an architect to control the entire project. We have been doing the general contracting on our own and Studio 21 was the perfect firm for us. They drew out the plans and submitted for permits once that was all approved we took off flying with it. > > We did run into a unforeseen bump on the road with the crawl space foundation where and an existing addition was done in the 1940's, three cinder blocks deep. Gregg was able to amend the blueprints for us to get us back up and running. We now have a 100% full basement instead of 5% crawl space for the addition that was existing. > > We have yet to finish our total gut rehab/addition but we could not have envisioned working with any other architect firm other than Studio 21. As busy as they are, they took the time to answer our questions and go above and beyond anything we could have imagined possible in our home. Words cannot express their attention to detail, knowledge and creative minds. Bill and Gregg did an excellent job. We cannot wait to move in and finally enjoy the home. > > Studio 21 can tailor the project for your needs. They can go as much as doing everything for you to letting you fly on your own. If you are looking for an architectural firm definitely add them to the list of the potential candidates. We highly recommend them. **★★★★★ — caravjo, Sept. 2014** > We had the pleasure of working with SWA architects when we built our first home. What we thought would be a stressful and daunting process was an absolutely pleasurable experience. SWA listened to us with great attention and did not miss any details that we wanted included. It was amazing to see how they pulled our idea of an ideal home from our minds and conceptually put them on drawings. We also outsourced the construction progress supervision to them, and they managed the process from start to finish for us. Their ownership of the process was amazing; supervising the project as if it were their own home. They gave us input and suggestions as construction commenced, most of which we incorporated, and the end result was stunning. We have lived in this home for 5 years, and we are very pleased with the layout, openness, aesthetics and functionality. SWA keeps in touch with us, asking for feedback as we continue to dwell in the house. SWA is not just an architectural firm, but a firm with vision, creativity and engineering elements all rolled into one. Above all else, the firm has a great team of individuals who aims to please their clients. **★★★★★ — krado735, May 2014** > We had a fantastic experience working with SWA Architects. We had a bit of a more challenging job, because we were building a home out of state, but there was nothing difficult about working with this firm. We took our time and were never rushed in the extensive planning of our "dream home" and it showed with the completion of our home. > > The entire process was very enjoyable and we would and have recommended SWA Architects. **★★★★★ — jeanmarieb, April 2014** > We first met with Bill, SWA Architects, in January to discuss plans for putting an addition on our 1928 Cape Cod. We love our house, and have made many improvements in the 12 years we have lived in it. We love our neighborhood too. We were struggling with the limitations of the small rooms in our house. We reluctantly started our search for a new house. While looking at homes for sale in our neighborhood, we fell in love with an addition SWA Architects did on one of the homes we viewed. > > At our initial meeting with Bill we knew that he was someone we would enjoy working with on this project. SWA Architects did the plans for our addition. During the process we developed a great relationship with Bill and decided to have them do the build too. Bill was our GC and we could not have been happier with the process or the end result. > > Bill is very knowledgeable, professional, personable, and fair. He respected our budget and worked hard to stay within it. Bill is a stickler for details and very conscientious about green building. We were gently guided to spend money where it isn't always glamorous (behind the walls!) and we haven't regretted it for a minute. > > Bill was on the job site at least once a day. Often after hours to tend to "dumpster management" as we called it. Little things like this, making sure that all of the construction materials were recycled when possible and compact and that we were getting the most out our dumpsters while ensuring that the job site was always neat. Bill also took on some of the work himself in order to help us stay within our budget. The trades that Bill brought into our home were also professional, prompt, conscientious and skilled. There was an obvious mutual respect and friendship between Bill and the trades he hired. We lived in our house through the construction and when the project was complete it was hard to say goodbye to some of the people who had been with us for months - especially Bill! > > Our project was a 1000 ft. addition. We added a master bedroom and bath, large family room with fireplace off of our kitchen, and basement with 9 ft. ceilings. The entire house was resided with Hardy board. The addition is seamless and we still receive compliments two years later on how beautiful our addition looks. Our family enjoys being together in our new large rooms. Entertaining is functional and fun (and possible!). > > I highly recommend SWA for design and/or build services. **★★★★★ — User, June 2013** > My wife and I contracted SWA to design our basement and outdoor living area. Bill and his staff were thorough and creative in their design process. We are very happy with the end product we received from their designs. **★★★★★ — Scott Sevon, June 2013** > They do great work and are very creative. We have worked with the firm for well over 18 years now. We are currently working with the firm again too. ## Selected projects - [Riverwoods Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverwoods-residence-pj-vj~660378) - Location: Riverwoods, IL - Photos: 33 - Description: 5,500 square foot home in Riverwoods, IL. The owners had purchased a wooded lot with the goal of building a home with the look and feel of an Aspen ski lodge. They wanted cozy, yet functional spaces with a warm and rustic interior. - [Downers Grove Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/downers-grove-addition-pj-vj~35718) - Location: Downers Grove, IL - Photos: 21 - Description: This addition and renovation in Downers Grove is now complete. We feel this is a shining example of how to take an older home with good "bones" and add new life. This home is in a great location and now will be enjoyed for many more years to come. A family had outgrown their current home, but loved the neighborhood and wouldn't think of moving. Understanding their needs, SWA Architects was able to design an addition that included a new family room, expanded kitchen, master suite with bathroom, a… - [Custom Home in Glen Ellyn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-home-in-glen-ellyn-pj-vj~2351021) - Location: Glen Ellyn, IL - Photos: 19 - Description: Studio21 Architects designed this 5,000 square foot ranch home in the western suburbs of Chicago. It is the Dream Home for our clients who purchased an expansive lot on which to locate their home. The owners loved the idea of using heavy timber framing to accent the house. The design includes a series of timber framed trusses and columns extend from the front porch through the foyer, great room and rear sitting room. A large two-sided stone fireplace was used to separate the great room from the… - [Schaumburg Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/schaumburg-farmhouse-pj-vj~2075078) - Location: Schaumburg, IL - Photos: 29 - Description: Studio21 architects took on the role of architect and builder for this home in Schaumburg, Illinois. Using our Design+Build process, the client worked with the architectural staff from schematic design to the completion of construction. This home started as a teardown lot in the Historic District of Schaumburg, with guidelines that favor a historic farmhouse character and charm. It was our task to meld the homeowners design wish list with those guidelines. The result is a contemporary take on a… - [Wheaton Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wheaton-renovation-pj-vj~1338556) - Location: Wheaton, IL - Photos: 9 - [Downers Grove Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/downers-grove-residence-pj-vj~36165) - Location: Downers Grove, IL - Photos: 21 - [Green Certified Home - Elmhurst, IL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/green-certified-home-elmhurst-il-pj-vj~40895) - Location: Elmhurst, IL - Photos: 18 - Description: This home was designed and built by SWA Architects in 2009, and was certified to the Gold level of the National Association of Home Builders Green Building Program. - [Emerald Green Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/emerald-green-home-pj-vj~87697) - Location: Wheaton, IL - Photos: 26 - [LaGrange Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lagrange-residence-pj-vj~858977) - Location: La Grange, IL - Photos: 16 - [Barrington Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barrington-residence-pj-vj~604604) - Location: Barrington, IL - Photos: 19 - [Wheaton Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wheaton-residence-pj-vj~36174) - Location: Wheaton, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: Wheaton residence designed by Studio 21 Architects. - [Naperville Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/naperville-residence-pj-vj~36163) - Location: Naperville, IL - Photos: 6 - [Millennium II Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/millennium-ii-home-pj-vj~642801) - Location: Glen Ellyn, IL - Photos: 17 - Description: This home near Glen Ellyn meets special health care standards and monitors climate and security. - [Millennium Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/millennium-home-pj-vj~642749) - Location: Lincolnshire, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: The Millennium Home in Lincolnshire boasts a futuristic and luxurious lifestyle. The home boasts an 8 car garage, media room, secret room, a conservatory in the dining room and radio operated electrical controls. - [Wisconsin Lake house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wisconsin-lake-house-pj-vj~36176) - Location: Saint Germain, WI - Photos: 14 - [Ruby Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ruby-street-pj-vj~642664) - Location: Joliet, IL - Photos: 12 - [Exteriors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exteriors-pj-vj~69144) - Location: Downers Grove, IL - Photos: 72 - [Naperville Historic Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/naperville-historic-renovation-pj-vj~35728) - Location: Naperville, IL - Photos: 6 - Description: This circa 1900 "Queen Anne" has been updated by reworking the first floor, redesigning the kitchen, adding a bay for the breakfast nook, and a mudroom off the back of the house. A bay added at the kitchen is carried to the second floor expanding an upper bedroom. The charm of the home has been enhanced by carefully matching the siding and window trim to the existing. The coach house was also renovated to the style while adding a private artist studio above an expanded garage space. - [Hinsdale Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hinsdale-home-pj-vj~604568) - Location: Hinsdale, IL - Photos: 12 - [Hudson Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hudson-street-pj-vj~642686) - Location: Downers Grove, IL - Photos: 21 [See all 27 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/studio21-architects-pfvwus-pf~880821437) ## Ideabooks - [Craftsman Exteriors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18963426/list/craftsman-exteriors) — 9 ideas - [Wheaton Addition](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16169029/list/wheaton-addition) — 1 idea - [Riverwoods Home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6407606/list/riverwoods-home) — 6 ideas - [Kildeer Home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2529423/list/kildeer-home) — 23 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/studio21architects) ## Community Q&A **Q: can you provide the color of the siding?** *(in Photo Questions)* Would love to know what color the house exterior is! A: Hi Andrea! This project used James Hardie siding in the shade Iron Gray; it's a really beautiful color that looks grey in some lighting and more blue-toned in others! **Q: Where did you find the fireback?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It is from Charles Nijman Fireplace from the Netherlands. You can find him on houzz also. https://www.houzz.com/pro/charles-nijman/charles-nijman-fireplace-antiques **Q: Hanging lights** *(in Photo Questions)* Where did you get those lights I love them! A: The lights were purchased in Italy by the home owners. **Q: Love this! Can you provide the floor plan please ?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you for your interest in this home. As with all our homes, we designed this home custom for a client and therefore, we do not release the floor plans. If you have any more questions you are welcome to call our office at 630-789-2513. **Q: What brand are lights and where are they from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Our apologies for the delay. We were able to reach out to the home owner. She ordered the Kitchen lighting from Hubbardton Forge Lighting. http://www.hubbardtonforge.com/ProductsInfo.cfm?Design=101261 **Q: where's the cabinet hardware from?** *(in Photo Questions)* thank you! A: The cabinet hardware is from Hardware Accents in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-27.*