New construction 8 unit masonry condominium building in Chicago’s Taylor Street, Little Italy, University Village neighborhood across from Ariggo Square Park. The new construction uses elements from the surrounding 19th century facades incorporating limestone lintels, tall windows and varying depths of the masonry facade while also expressing more contemporary clean lines and verticality from the […]
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Suburban Chicago Stylish build out of classic 1920’s era storefront for modern skin care boutique salon.
Chicago Bright, modern and fun taqueria in suburban Chicago.
Chicago Contemporary build out of former industrial loft space.
Chicago Contemporary design concept for single family home in Chicago area.
Palm Beach Complete gut rehab of two mid century Palm Beach ocean front condominium units into a modern winter family retreat. The contemporary kitchen forms the core of the new unit with large central honed granite island for family gathering and entertaining. A glass tile back splash reflects the generous southern sunlight and blue ocean […]
Suburban Chicago
Elmhurst, IL. Proposed office building in downtown Elmhurst across from Metra Rail Station acting as a headquarters to a national publishing company. The building was designed to LEED standards and incorporates such green features as extra insulation, strategic day-lighting, a green roof and water management systems.
Glen Ellyn, IL. This private residence is the result of intense collaboration with the owners resulting in a refined 21st century Cottage Style. The open floor plan and masonry fireplace wall evokes mid century modern elements while the room arrangement is very urban loft like, all contained in a Cottage Style envelope complimenting the tradition […]
Elmhurst, IL. This modern farmhouse replaces a dilapidated small 2 bedroom farmhouse from the 1800’s on this same site. A sweeping veranda, metal roof and bracketed gables pay homage to Elmhurst’s farming past while tall ceilings, deep insulation and insulated windows look to the future of comfortable suburban living