Business Details
25 Years
experience
Full-Service Architectural Design & Project Management
Elisco Design Architects has been delivering exceptional architectural solutions since 2001, combining over 45 years of cumulative expertise with a client-centric approach. Our full-service practice spans residential and commercial projects, from initial concept through post-occupancy support, ensuring seamless execution and lasting value. As LEED-accredited professionals, we integrate sustainable design principles while maintaining strict compliance with ADA and building codes. Our founder, Steven Elisco, personally oversees every project, leveraging decades of experience in zoning analysis, construction management, and cost-effective design solutions.We distinguish ourselves through comprehensive service offerings that include facility assessments, space programming, and construction administration, supported by a vetted network of industry professionals. Our commitment extends beyond project completion with nine-month post-occupancy walkthroughs to verify warranty compliance and client satisfaction. With licenses in Illinois and Wisconsin, and affiliations with AIA and USGBC, we maintain industry leadership through continuous technological innovation and professional development.
Services
Facility Needs Assessments
Interior Architecture
Construction Administration
Project Management
LEED Certification
Space Programming
Building Code Analysis
Tenant Development
ADA Compliance Assessments
Post-Occupancy Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of architectural expertise in Chicago and southern Wisconsin
- Our founder Steven Elisco serves as your single point of contact throughout the project
- We combine residential and commercial project expertise under one roof
- We provide post-occupancy support for nine months after project completion
- Our LEED-accredited professionals ensure sustainable design solutions
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accreditation
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services encompass new construction, renovations, and restorations for residential and commercial properties. We create customized solutions balancing aesthetic vision with functional requirements, incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. With LEED-accredited professionals and ADA compliance expertise, we ensure code-compliant designs that maximize spatial efficiency and long-term value for Chicago-area clients.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management from concept through completion, including cost estimating, scheduling, and construction administration. Our team coordinates all phases while maintaining budget control and quality assurance. With decades of local experience, we navigate permitting processes efficiently and assemble trusted professional networks to deliver projects on time and within scope for Northbrook and southern Wisconsin clients.
LEED Certification
Our LEED-certified services help clients achieve sustainable building goals through energy-efficient design strategies and materials selection. We guide projects through LEED certification requirements while optimizing operational efficiency. This includes energy use benchmarking, green building standards compliance, and sustainable site analysis to create environmentally responsible spaces that reduce long-term costs for commercial and residential properties.
Construction Administration
We oversee construction execution to ensure adherence to design specifications, including contract administration, quality control, and progress monitoring. Our team manages contractor coordination, change orders, and compliance verification throughout the building process. This ensures design intent preservation while addressing field conditions promptly to maintain project timelines and budget integrity for all client types.
Facility Assessments
Our facility assessment services evaluate existing structures for code compliance, ADA accessibility, and renovation potential. We conduct detailed condition surveys, space utilization studies, and life-cycle analyses to inform capital planning decisions. This includes preparing feasibility studies, renovation cost projections, and ADA conformance reports to support informed investment decisions for commercial property owners.
People
Steven Elisco
Principal/Owner
With over 35 years of Chicago-area architectural experience, Steven Elisco founded Elisco Design Architects in 2001. A licensed architect in Illinois and Wisconsin, he specializes in LEED-certified design, ADA compliance, and full-cycle project management. His expertise spans zoning analysis, construction estimating, and sustainable building practices, supported by affiliations with AIA and USGBC.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Chicago, the North Shore suburbs including Northbrook, and southern Wisconsin.
What building types do you handle?
We specialize in both residential and commercial projects, including new construction, renovations, and ADA-compliant designs.
How long have you been in business?
Founder Steven Elisco has practiced architecture since 1984, establishing Elisco Design Architects in 2001.
Do you offer LEED certification services?
Yes, we provide LEED-certified design solutions and sustainable building strategies for commercial and residential clients.
What post-project support do you provide?
We conduct post-occupancy walkthroughs nine months after completion to ensure proper warranty coverage and client satisfaction.
How are projects managed?
Steven Elisco serves as primary contact throughout, supported by a trusted team of architects and construction professionals.
