Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Naperville Architectural Design Partner
Since 1982, our firm has specialized in architectural and interior design services tailored to individual client needs. Our collaborative approach prioritizes creativity, community engagement, and holistic design solutions that unify spaces and inspire human interaction. The 2025 merger with Newman Architecture expands our capabilities while maintaining Chuck Newman's legacy of personalized service. Our team includes accredited professionals like AIA members and LEED-certified designers who integrate technical expertise with artistic vision.We offer comprehensive services spanning new construction, master planning, renovations, and workspace branding, all supported by interactive processes that build consensus and deliver functional, code-compliant environments. With decades of combined experience, we remain committed to designing spaces that foster growth, innovation, and lasting value for our clients.
Services
New Construction
Master Plans
Renovations & Additions
Workspace Branding
Surveys & Evaluations
Concept Development
Workplace Evaluation
Change Management
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- Personalized architectural solutions tailored to unique client needs
- Integrated interior design services for cohesive environments
- Award-winning team with 40+ years combined industry experience
- Community-focused approach in all design implementations
- Interactive master planning process building stakeholder consensus
Associations and certifications
- AIA
- IIDA
- LEED AP
Services
New Construction
Our new construction services transform client visions into functional, inspiring spaces through collaborative design processes. We prioritize client input while ensuring code compliance and future-ready infrastructure. With 40 years of expertise, we create buildings that balance aesthetic appeal with practical requirements for modern usage patterns.
Master Plans
We develop comprehensive master plans that address current needs while anticipating future growth and development requirements. Our interactive planning methodology engages stakeholders to create consensus-driven roadmaps for property or campus evolution over multiple implementation phases.
Workspace Branding
This service aligns interior environments with organizational brand identity through strategic space planning and design elements. We help clients express their unique culture through architectural features, furniture selection, and graphic elements that reinforce corporate identity.
Surveys & Evaluations
Our comprehensive facility evaluations identify maintenance needs and code compliance requirements for aging buildings. Services include life-safety upgrades, accessibility improvements, and energy efficiency enhancements to extend building lifespan while meeting modern standards.
Renovations & Additions
We specialize in transforming existing spaces through strategic renovations and expansions that maintain business continuity during construction. Our approach preserves valuable building assets while modernizing infrastructure and improving functional layouts for evolving organizational needs.
People
Chuck Newman
Founder
Established the firm in 1982 with a people-focused design philosophy, emphasizing holistic environments that integrate architecture and interior design for functional, inspiring spaces.
Charles Newman
Partner AIA, REFP
Brings specialized architectural expertise and continues the firm's legacy through innovative design solutions that balance creativity with technical precision and regulatory compliance.
Dawn Newman
Partner IIDA, LEED AP
LEED-certified interior design leader who established the firm's in-house design team, ensuring cohesive integration of interior elements with architectural structures for unified environments.
Matthew Hichens
Partner AIA
Contributes architectural expertise to expand service capabilities, focusing on technical excellence and sustainable design practices that enhance project efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide new construction, renovations, master planning, workspace branding, and facility evaluations with integrated interior design services for comprehensive solutions.
How long have you been in business?
Our firm has operated since 1982, with the current entity maintaining 40+ years of design experience through its expanded partnership structure.
Do you work on commercial and residential projects?
We primarily focus on commercial, educational, and community projects while maintaining expertise in both new construction and historic preservation applications.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
Our collaborative approach includes interactive planning sessions, regular progress reviews, and consensus-building techniques to ensure client vision alignment throughout project development.
Are you LEED-certified for sustainable design?
Yes, our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals who incorporate energy-efficient solutions and sustainable materials into appropriate project applications.
