Business Details
Award-Winning Residential Architects in Wilmette, IL
Boomgaarden Architects has been delivering architectural excellence in residential renovations, additions, and historic preservation for 27 years. Our firm specializes in transforming spaces to meet modern needs while maintaining the character of existing homes, primarily serving Chicago's North Shore communities. With a focus on spatial efficiency and cohesive design, we guide clients through every phase from initial consultation to construction completion. Our team holds professional certifications including AIA membership and NCARB certification, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards. Recognized in publications like Chicago Tribune and Houzz, we combine technical expertise with personalized service to deliver tailored solutions.Our process emphasizes clear communication, budget transparency, and collaboration with trusted contractors to ensure project success. With extensive experience in historic preservation and energy-efficient design, we bring both creativity and practicality to every project. Our commitment to quality has earned multiple preservation awards and enduring client relationships. We prioritize understanding each client's unique needs to create functional, beautiful living spaces that stand the test of time. This dedication to craftsmanship and client satisfaction defines our approach to residential architecture.
Services
Residential Renovations
Home Additions
Historic Preservation
Interior Design
Construction Administration
Highlights and features
- 27 years of specialized residential architecture experience
- AIA-certified professionals with transferable licenses across 46 states
- Expertise in historic preservation and energy-efficient design
- Transparent communication throughout the entire project lifecycle
- Multiple historic preservation award recipient
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects
- NCARB Certified
What people say
Best we've worked with
Ecstatic with results
Counseled through each step
Thoughtful and honest
Excellent service
Services
Residential Renovations
Specialized renovation services for existing homes address spatial inefficiencies while preserving architectural character. Our team provides comprehensive design and construction oversight to transform living spaces. With expertise in historic renovations, we maintain original home features while implementing modern updates that enhance functionality and value.
Home Additions
Custom home addition solutions expand living spaces while maintaining architectural harmony. We design additions that seamlessly integrate with existing structures, focusing on circulation and spatial flow. Our process includes permit acquisition, contractor coordination, and ongoing construction management to ensure quality execution of design intent.
Historic Preservation
Preservation services maintain historical integrity while adapting spaces for modern living. We specialize in restoring original features of homes built over 100 years ago. Our approach combines technical expertise with sensitivity to architectural heritage, ensuring compliance with preservation guidelines while meeting contemporary needs.
Interior Design
Interior design services focus on optimizing spatial layouts for improved functionality and aesthetics. We create cohesive design solutions that complement existing architectural elements. Our expertise includes material selection, lighting design, and custom detailing to enhance residential environments while maintaining practical usability.
Construction Administration
Comprehensive construction administration ensures accurate implementation of design plans. We provide ongoing site visits, contractor coordination, and problem-solving throughout the building process. This service includes contract review, budget tracking, and quality control measures to guarantee project success from groundbreaking to completion.
People
Chad Boomgaarden
Principal Architect
AIA-certified architect with 27 years of residential design experience. Holds NCARB certification for multi-state practice. Specializes in historic preservation and energy-efficient renovations. Former university architecture senator and award-winning designer recognized by Houzz and local preservation societies.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential renovations, home additions, historic preservation, interior design, and construction administration for projects in Chicago's North Shore area.
How long have you been in business?
Our firm has been providing architectural services for 27 years, with Principal Architect Chad Boomgaarden holding AIA certification since 1996.
Do you work with historic homes?
Yes, we have extensive experience with historic preservation projects, including multiple award-winning renovations of homes over 100 years old.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Chicago's North Shore communities including Wilmette, Winnetka, and Highland Park, with select projects throughout the Chicago metro area.
How do you handle construction oversight?
We provide comprehensive construction administration including contractor coordination, site visits, and problem-solving throughout the building process to ensure design integrity.
Are you licensed and certified?
Yes, our principal architect holds AIA membership, NCARB certification, and Illinois state licensure with transferable credentials across 46 states.
Reviews (6)
Robert Adams
Dec 13, 2021
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We hired Drake to remodel our townhouse. We couldn't be happier with the outcome. Not only was the design aesthetic brilliant and more than we had even hoped for, he was also incredibly responsive and thoughtful in his approach. He would follow up on every aspect of the remodel both small and large to ensure our vision was executed and in addition to ensured that the project stayed within the budget and proposed timeline. I could not recommend him and his firm any higher.
Beth Drucker
Nov 07, 2017
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I have worked with Chad in the volunteer sector for more than five years. He has provided very valuable support to Go Green Wilmette, creating floor plans for two different event venues, helping at events and supporting our efforts. He is always totally professional and a complete pleasure to work with.
Kim Oster Holstein
Nov 04, 2017
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Chad is very creative and does an excellent job of working with customers’ visions to bring them to life. We love our deck and pergola!
Amy Smith McJoynt
Nov 02, 2017
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Chad and Irv have been able to blend our old house with new lines and trends in a seamless manner. Innovative thinking, creative ideas, careful attention to detail, and familiarity with the north shore/village board/local rules and regulations are the key attributes why we keep going back to Boomgaarden Architects! I think we are on our 4th project... We will be back again!
Sue Pearson Sklansky
Nov 02, 2017
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I loved working with Chad so much, we have done a few projects together. He is very creative and listens well to his clients. Highly recommended.
Rob Kunzler
Oct 31, 2017
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Patience. Thoughtfulness. Thoroughness. We didn't know what we wanted, but Boomgaarden Architects worked with us and coached us along throughout the home buying and renovation process. They're pros, and will be our first and last stop for future projects.
