Business Details
47 Years
experience
Educational Architecture & Construction Services in Lombard, IL
Founded in 1979, ARCON Associates has built a reputation as a trusted full-service architectural firm specializing in PreK-12 educational facilities. Our interdisciplinary team of licensed architects, planners, and technical experts delivers comprehensive solutions spanning architecture, interior design, construction management, and landscape architecture. With over four decades of experience, we prioritize personalized service while maintaining the capacity to manage large-scale projects. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and a commitment to creating impactful spaces that align with client visions. We serve school districts, municipalities, park districts, and commercial clients across Illinois, combining creativity with technical expertise to exceed expectations. Our team's deep understanding of educational environments ensures designs that support evolving pedagogical needs while maintaining fiscal responsibility.As an employee-owned firm, we foster a culture of passion and innovation, reflected in our award-winning projects and long-standing client relationships. Our expertise extends beyond design to include life safety assessments, sustainable planning, and security consulting, ensuring holistic solutions for every project. We maintain active involvement in professional organizations like the American Institute of Architects, demonstrating our commitment to industry excellence. Our track record of repeat clients, including our first client since 1979, underscores our dedication to building lasting partnerships through exceptional service and results-driven solutions.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Construction Management
Landscape Architecture
Roof Consulting
Masonry Consulting
Educational Planning
Sustainable Design
Security Planning
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized experience in educational architecture.
- Our full-service approach covers architecture, construction, and landscape design.
- We maintain active AIA-certified professionals on staff.
- Our team includes registered roof and masonry consultants with 40+ years of combined experience.
- We've completed award-winning projects recognized by Learning by Design Magazine.
Associations and certifications
- AIA (American Institute of Architects)
What people say
Award-winning projects
Innovative designs
Long-standing clients
Expertise in education facilities
Creative solutions
Services
Architecture
We provide comprehensive architectural services for educational facilities, including new construction, additions, and renovations. Our team specializes in educational planning, facility assessments, and sustainable design solutions. With decades of experience, we create functional spaces that support modern pedagogical approaches while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating safe, efficient learning environments that complement architectural designs. We handle space planning, material selection, and furniture specification to create functional educational spaces. Our approach balances aesthetics with practical needs for PreK-12 environments.
Construction Management
We offer full-cycle construction management services, from feasibility studies to project close-out. Our architects provide on-site oversight to ensure quality control and budget adherence. Services include bidding assistance, scheduling, and post-occupancy evaluations for educational facilities.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architecture services create functional outdoor environments that complement educational facilities. We design recreational areas, sports fields, and sustainable landscapes that enhance school campuses while addressing drainage and accessibility requirements.
Roof and Masonry Consulting
We provide specialized consulting for roof and masonry systems, including condition assessments and repair solutions. Our registered consultants offer life-cycle cost analysis and quality assurance inspections to maintain building integrity for educational facilities.
People
William M. Strejc
Principal
With over three decades of experience, William M. Strejc leads architectural projects at ARCON. He joined in 1985 and became a principal in 1995, focusing on educational facility design and construction management.
Anthony Tremonte
Senior Project Manager
Anthony Tremonte serves as Senior Project Manager at ARCON, overseeing complex architectural projects. He brings extensive experience in educational facility design and construction coordination to ensure successful project delivery.
Questions
What types of projects does ARCON specialize in?
ARCON specializes in PreK-12 educational facilities including new construction, renovations, and additions. We also serve municipalities, park districts, and commercial clients with architectural and construction services.
How long has ARCON been in business?
ARCON has been providing architectural services since November 1979, with our founding principals establishing the firm in Elmhurst, IL.
What services does ARCON offer beyond architecture?
In addition to architectural design, we offer interior design, construction management, landscape architecture, and specialized roof and masonry consulting services for educational facilities.
Does ARCON handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we have experience with large educational facilities including high schools, district-wide master plans, and multi-phase construction projects while maintaining personalized service.
What makes ARCON different from other architecture firms?
Our unique combination of educational facility specialization, in-house construction expertise, and long-standing client relationships sets us apart in delivering tailored solutions for learning environments.
