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Featured Reviews for Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago

Allegretti Architects, Inc.
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJuly 28, 2013
“We interviewed 3 architects and chose John Allegretti based on his previous work and enthusiasm for our specific project. We wanted to go from a 1-1/2 story, 2 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath to something more. Our lot size is 33 x 132 ft. which isn't much to work with. Our location on lake Michigan's Silver Beach is extremely desirable but our home was not allowing us to take full advantage of available views. John created a full second story complete with a master suite (bedroom, bath and living area) and walk out second floor deck. This deck offers privacy and another beach view perspective. We now have expansive views throughout our home. (John used glass railings throughout.) We ended up with a more spacious home than we had envisioned. John also presented our project to the local planning commission (we needed variances), and remained engaged throughout the project which was a big help to us. We would work with John Allegretti and his associates again.”
Burhani Design Architects
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsOctober 4, 2019
“It has been great to work with Shabbir Chandabhai at Burhani Design. He has designed and executed on two buildings we own in Chicago, coming up with a design that enhanced the rental units in the properties. Management of the construction and renovation was great as well. Would highly recommend this company.”
Widler Architecture
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsApril 9, 2014
“I have had the pleasure to work with Brent Widler of Widler Architectural Inc. on several upcoming projects. I find Brent to be a rare breed in the architectural world. He always sees the bigger picture. Brent has a keen eye for design and doesn't just give his clients what works structurally. He takes everything into consideration and is incredibly creative in coming up with solutions that work functionally and look amazing aesthetically. Being an interior designer myself, Brent is a dream to collaborate with! He is always open to ideas and truly listens to the wants and needs of his clients while successfully navigating them through the entire process. I can't recommend Widler Architectural highly enough!”
12/12 Architects & Planners
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 6, 2015
“12/12 Architects is highly recommended. Cinda Lester is wonderful to work with. She takes the time to work with you and understand what your needs and wants are. She has great ideas and is extremely patient and accommodating. You can count on 12/12 to get back to you in a timely fashion and meet your deadlines. I loved working with her.”
A. Perry Homes
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsApril 25, 2013
“The team at A. Perry Homes designed and built our home from what was a tear down cottage to what is now a luxury lake home. They listened to what was important to us and they worked with our budget. The team at A. Perry Homes had a shared passion for our project and added significant value through their creative design ideas, their relationships with contractors and suppliers and their interior design specialists. They completed our project on time and on budget and in the end they built our dream house. We highly recommend the team at A. Perry Homes”
LeVaughn+Associates Architects
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJanuary 25, 2016
“Tim is one of the most thoughtful and gifted architects I have encountered. He has a deep appreciation for enduring design and creates exterior and interior spaces that stand the test of time, elegantly packaged and appropriate to their surroundings.”
Zone 4 Architects, LLC
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsOctober 1, 2013
“Zone 4 features a broad scope of work that showcases an exceptionally intelligent and creative approach to Mountain Architecture. We at Quantum are proud to see our products incorporated into the Zone 4 portfolio. Their design innovation is the direct result of their strong commitment to collaborating with the natural world around them. Zone 4 consistently exceeds expectations on every level while raising the bar for others to follow.”
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsDecember 30, 2012
“As a Chicagoland kitchen and bath designer, I have worked with the dSPACE group on a number of residential kitchen and baths. They are a talented and professional group. Great ideas and inspired designs flow from the studio on Lincoln Ave. A pleasure to work with on every job.”
DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 11, 2014
“Very talented, very easy to work with and gave great advise. Highly recommend their services. Great contracts with up front pricing.”
Elevation Architecture
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Chicago
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJune 28, 2021
“EA transformed our old kitchen into the happiest room in our home! The integrity of style was maintained, at our request, to blend in with our unique home. Highest quality and craftsmanship along with clever and thoughtful design we had not even considered.. resulting in more space and better flow! EA then completely updated an old office building behind our home and created an artist studio and extra bedroom area for our growing family. The addition of a wall of glass doors gives us incredible light and again excellent high quality finishing! We now call upon EA to do smaller projects in our home from redoing bathrooms to lighting and plumbing projects as well! Highly recommended.”
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Is the scope of your home design project beyond simply replacing countertops or flooring? It’s the responsibility of a Chicago home architect to transform human needs and desires into visual concepts and habitable structures. When you hire an architectural designer, you are not only hiring someone for their architectural services, but also to manage and coordinate other parties involved in the project. As you search through local Chicago, IL architectural firms and designers, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one: 

How do I find the best Chicago residential design architect for my project?


It is best to hire a residential architect who will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. They are often the first person you will hire for your project, and it's common for architects' contractors, or subcontractors, to prefer working with one another, which means better relationships and smoother work on your home. Interior architects are also involved in negotiating contracts for all involved participants, from builders, to engineers and even landscapers. It is for these reasons that it is extremely important for you to have a good relationship with the Chicago residential architect you hire. He or she can be the tie-breaking vote between you and the general contractor and can be your biggest advocate during the construction process. Different residential architecture firms in Chicago, IL provide different services, so the scope of the work can span from pre-design environmental impact studies to selecting furniture and finishes, depending on what your specific needs are.

Questions to ask prospective Chicago interior architects:


  • What is your fee structure?
  • What does the cost include?
  • Do you have professional liability insurance?
  • Can you handle my special requests (ADA, LEED etc.)?
  • What types of renderings (3D, video, illustrative) will you produce?
  • What is your experience with similar projects?
  • When do you expect to start and be finished with the project?
  • What do your services include? (It's best that the services are until construction is completed.)
  • What happens when the cost exceeds the budget?
  • Can you provide me with references?
  • Would you say your work has a defining style? (This is important in case the architect's personal style will interfere with your vision.)
  • Will you help with hiring a general contractor and subcontractors?
  • What do you estimate the cost will be?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Are there any complications you foresee with this project?

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