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Marc Anderson Architects
5.0(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business+1 more

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Marc Anderson was incredibly helpful, walking me through the typical process and advising me that I may not need an architect for my specific renovation plans. However, if I do need an architect, he'll be happy to help and I feel assured that I'm dealing with a straight shooter."
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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Senga Architects
4.3(
34
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Thornton, 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
110 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Senga Architects Inc.
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business+1 more

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Senga did an awesome job of designing my new complex appartement"
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+45

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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EMERALD BLOOM LANDSCAPING
4.2(
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Thornton, 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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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Thornton, 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%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G.A.STEELE CONSTRUCTION
4.7(
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Designer - Building

Serving Thornton, 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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Rhodium Contractors
4.3(
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Designer - Building

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very straight forward gave me an estimate this morning and was able to finish the job by the afternoon"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Ridge Landscape Services
5.0(
2
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Show up on time. Reasonable pricing. Concrete came out better than expected. Would recommend"
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Robert Anthony Renovations
5.0(
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Designer - BuildingDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

"We had an excellent experience working with Robert Anthony from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and incredibly detail-oriented throughout our kitchen remodel. His team completed our renovation on time, kept the workspace clean, and communicated with us every step of the way. The quality of the craftsmanship exceeded our expectations, and you can truly tell they take pride in their work. They transformed our kitcjen beautifully and made the entire process smooth and stress-free for my family. We are beyond happy with our kitchen and we couldn’t recommended him more."
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Finding an architect for your project demands looking at the professional’s past work, speaking with prior clients to see what their experience was like, and discussing your project and vision with the expert to see what kind of input they have. Look for an architect that gets excited about your project or has experience with similar projects.

Federal and Colonial architecture are similar in that they both appear mostly utilitarian and symmetrical, but Federal architecture is a bit more ornate. Federal design often includes decorative palladium windows, window lintels, and, sometimes, columns surrounding a more decorative portico. Inside, Federal architecture is set apart by its centrally-located oval room. Additionally, Federal homes tend to have brick facades, whereas Colonial homes more often have wood siding.

An architect is usually involved in the process of determining the layout and structural features and requirements of the home itself, taking into account the local codes, climate, and materials needed to make the home structurally sound. Architects may communicate more with contractors and subcontractors throughout the building process. In comparison to architects, interior designers typically focus on the aesthetics of a home interior and possibly exterior, helping the homeowner decide on color schemes, textures, and materials to incorporate into the design. 

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

Greek Revival architecture was popularized in America in the early- to mid-1800s, around the time when archaeologists were discovering buried ancient Greek buildings. As a means of celebrating the democratic government in ancient Greece, American architects borrowed from those newly discovered buildings as a way to emphasize that America would remain a democratic country in the wake of the American Revolution.

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