Good Design Is Forever

Here at LivCo, our team of architects and interior designers takes great pride in our appreciation and dedication to good design. The Chicago suburbs are full of history with a huge variety of styles and design aesthetics from over the centuries.

Our team approaches every project as a unique home for a unique family, and we apply our expert design sensibilities to each situation. Our portfolio runs the gamut, from thoughtful craftsman additions, to steel and glass apartments, tiny houses, and whole-house, mid-century modern renovations.

Every project receives the same level of design respect as we develop the appropriate textures, compositions, relationships, and tactility to deliver the perfect aesthetic and functional use.

Our Favorite Design Styles

Design styles are as specific and unique as you are, and the LivCo team is ready to translate your passions, preferences, and needs into a space that’s as beautiful as it is comfortable. Form and function come together in any of the eye-catching design styles you love.

Bungalow Design

• Origin: While the bungalow’s historical roots trace back to the English, our bungalow designs owe their greatest debt to Chicago-style bungalows of the early 20^th century.
• Key features: These one-story brick structures feature pitched roofs, large windows, and large porches that are perfect for relaxing and entertaining.
• Ideal for: These are perfect for empty nesters, retirees, and people who enjoy the peaceful calm of a simpler lifestyle.

Cottage Design

• Origin: Drawing its history from Europe’s Middle Ages, the cottage remains a staple in home design.
• Key features: Featuring wood and galvanized steel to create wide-open spaces, cottage design properties are ideal for family gatherings, peaceful relaxation, and easy maintenance.
• Ideal for: The cottage design is ideal for those who value simplicity and comfort.

Craftsman Design

• Origin: Dating back to the early 20^th century, the pioneers of the craftsman style craved a breath of fresh air after the Victorian style, which they saw as stuffy.
• Key features: Craftsman home design is characterized by clean lines, with design features such as tapered columns, large front porches, and gabled roofs.
• Ideal for: This timeless style combines beauty and simplicity, and is great for homeowners looking to reduce their carbon footprint.

Modern Design

• Origin: From German Bauhaus design to Scandinavian design, modern home remodeling design refers to the reflection of the turn-of-the-century modern art movement on the interiors of the home.
• Key features: The design presents rectangular exteriors, flat or slanted rooflines, and super straight lines.
• Ideal for: Modern design is great for homeowners who appreciate spaciousness, functionality, and sustainability.

Mid-Century Modern Design

• Origin: Dating back to the post-WWII era, the mid-century modern design style reflects the rapid urbanization and modernization of its time.
• Key features: Mid-century modern homes focus on functionality. They’re designed around a balance of organic forms and natural geometry to create a sleek atmosphere that’s unencumbered and uncluttered.
• Ideal for: This forward-thinking style is great for anyone looking to balance functionality and sophistication.

Contact LivCo

A NARI-accredited remodeling company, our award-winning team has delivered design excellence to the Chicago area for over a decade. Bringing together the expertise of our staff of architects, designers, and builders, we tailor each design project to your personality, space, and needs.

Upgrade your home with functional luxury design. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.