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Marc Anderson Architects
5.0(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was looking through Angie's list to hire an Architect and noticed "Mark Anderson Architects" was open (it was 7:30pm). Decided to give a call and I was expecting a receptionist to answer, but it was Mark himself. Talked to him about the project I had in mind and he gave me all the information over the phone. He was very straight forward. Thanks for your time Mark."
Garage & Workshop
This is what the house looked like after it was completed.
Garage & Workshop
Garage & Workshop
1860s Queen-Anne Renovation

+26

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Senga Architects
4.3(
34
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We met with owner/senior architect, Firmin Senga to join us in the viewing of our desired property. We wanted to have an architect on board with us for reassurance that the updates we plan will work before we make an offer. He was very helpful."
Exterior
The front of the rehabbed house
Building Entrance
Gazebo
Front of New House

+63

Response time1 day
108 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.0(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"I can't say enough about A P Builders and how absolutely wonderful they have been from start to finish. We completely gutted and remodeled our home and Angelo was upfront, honest, timely, and everything that was contracted was done to perfection. We had crew there every day from start to finish. He started on time and finished on time. Any change orders were handled professionally and solutions were found for any unforeseen challenges due to the age of my home. I highly recommend AP Builders for any of your home improvement needs."
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EMERALD BLOOM LANDSCAPING
4.2(
68
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. We are very happy with the results and we were amazed how fast the work was completed. Patio looks great. Retaining walls turn out great as well. Very Professional company."
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+10

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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J & P Brothers Landscaping
4.9(
44
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our property was in desperate need of a complete landscape overhaul. We contacted J & P Brothers Landscaping through their website and received a fast reply the next morning. Juan came out to our property to get an idea of what he was working with, and to find out what we were looking to do. Throughout the planning stage, Juan provided us with concept drawings, plant recommendations and paver ideas. Our project was big, and it included new steps for our back door, as well as two 50’ garden walls on the front and side. The planning was a collaborative effort and did take some time because we wanted to ensure it included every single thing we were looking for. It was well worth it in the end. Each day the crew worked on our project, either Juan or his brother, Percy was onsite to manage the process. The crew worked very hard, and they were respectful of any request I made, such as keeping foot traffic within our tight property lines so as not to disturb our neighbors’ properties. Throughout the entire project, Juan and Percy checked in with me often to be sure they were on the right track and that things were as we expected them to be. They accommodated our every request, no matter how small. As the project progressed, we made several changes along the way. J & P went with the flow and made sure everything was just right. J & P Brothers Landscaping is professional, friendly, responsive, hard-working and neat, and they do great work. We highly recommend them. They completely transformed our property, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. We have decided to use them for our ongoing maintenance, and we will always consider them first with any future landscaping project."
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+50

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
The Civic Architectural Group, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Credit card accepted

Welcome to The Civic Architectural Group, Inc. where you can Expect the exceptional\n … because this is what we expect of ourselves as architects, as \nhuman beings. We recognize that each and everyone of our clients are \nindividuals with individual desires and expectations. We are passionate \nabout our services with compassion for each client: their budgets, \npersonalities, lifestyles, or business cultures are important to us. \nWe speak the loudest in the room by listening\n

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G.A.STEELE CONSTRUCTION
4.7(
3
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Serving Summit, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

"Gene has been wonderful to work with and pays as much attention to details as I do! He is knowledgeable and dedicated to finding the best solutions for a complex project. We are only halfway through the project now but we will share more information and photos when we finish next week."
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Consulting the architect of your house is not the best way to determine when it was built. Many homes are built by developers or builders, so there may not be a specific architect to track down—especially if you have a very old house. Instead, it’s best to rely on local government records.

When planning a new build, meet with an architect as your first step. Architects will often work with specific contractors and can ensure the contractor on your project is qualified and experienced to handle your build. Both the architect and the contractor should be involved with the project from the early stages, but the process may be smoother when you start with an architect.

Start by researching local contractors with experience in cottage construction. Ask for references, check licensing and insurance, and review completed projects. Compare multiple bids, making sure each includes the same scope of work. A good contractor will communicate clearly, provide a detailed contract, and ensure all work meets code and safety standards.

While towers and turrets are frequently present in Queen Anne-style houses, these design elements are not necessary for a home to be considered a Queen Anne. Turrets and towers add visual interest and unique interior spaces, but many Queen Anne homes do not contain these features. 

Designs typically take 2-6 months, depending on factoring, project size, and customization needs. Larger or more complex designs may require additional time for approval and revisions.

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