Suburban Estate

Opportunity: In one of Chicago’s suburban north shore neighborhoods that has sought to maintain the woodland character of the area, this client desired a new home that integrated with the landscape in the classical tradition.

Solution: The home is built from authentic and enduring materials and honors the craft of building. While brick masonry country homes (both English and French) provide a general reference, the architectural expression also draws from the refined sense of finish and detailing found in the area’s own residential design history. Interiors are orchestrated from a specific vocabulary of proportion, order, and function. Extensive interior trim and millwork support the simple elegance of the entire home.

Value: Although a state-of-the-art residence, this home blends effortlessly into the established, surrounding neighborhood.