Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Solutions in Chicago, IL
Established in 1978, The Jenkins Group is a full-service architectural, interior design, and planning firm dedicated to delivering creative and responsible design solutions. Our team combines decades of experience with advanced technology to meet diverse client needs across commercial, government, and industrial sectors. We prioritize collaboration, sustainable practices, and principal-led project management to ensure successful outcomes.Our expertise in navigating complex codes and Design-Build processes has earned us long-term partnerships with clients nationwide. With a focus on exceeding expectations, we transform visions into functional spaces that enhance occupants' daily lives.
Services
Site Planning
Office Buildings
Retail Centers
Industrial Facilities
Interior Design
Tenant Build-Outs
Government Projects
Design-Build Services
Sustainable Design
3D Rendering
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of architectural expertise across diverse sectors
- Our principal-led projects ensure technical precision and accountability
- Specialists in Design-Build government proposals with proven success
- Sustainable design practices integrated into every project
- Repeat clients validate our commitment to exceeding expectations
Associations and certifications
- LEED BD+C
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Miraculous timelines
Critical budgets met
Best in industry
Most technically-detailed
Services
Architectural Design
We create innovative architectural solutions for commercial, government, and industrial projects. Our team combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver functional spaces that meet specific client needs. With decades of experience in navigating complex codes and regulations, we ensure every project achieves both aesthetic excellence and practical functionality while maintaining budgetary constraints.
Interior Design
Our interior design services transform spaces into functional, aesthetically pleasing environments. Specializing in tenant build-outs and commercial interiors, we focus on optimizing layouts for productivity and brand representation. The team integrates sustainable materials and modern design trends while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets, ensuring spaces that exceed client expectations.
Design-Build Services
We provide comprehensive Design-Build solutions for government and private sector clients. Our expertise in military proposals and competitive bidding processes ensures winning submissions that meet strict technical requirements. With decades of experience managing full project lifecycles, we coordinate seamlessly with engineering partners to deliver cost-effective, high-quality results from concept through construction.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design approach incorporates LEED-compliant practices and energy-efficient solutions. We integrate environmentally responsible materials and technologies while maintaining design integrity. The team's expertise in sustainable systems ensures buildings that reduce environmental impact without compromising functionality or aesthetic value, creating spaces that benefit both occupants and the environment.
3D Rendering
We utilize advanced 3D rendering technology to visualize architectural concepts and interior designs. This service enables clients to experience spaces before construction begins, facilitating informed decision-making. Our team creates detailed digital models that showcase materials, lighting, and spatial relationships, ensuring clear communication of design intent throughout the project lifecycle.
People
David Duffy
Architect, Interior Designer Principal
Licensed architect with 37+ years of experience specializing in design and technical coordination. Graduate of University of Illinois who emphasizes collaboration and sustainable trends. Balances professional expertise with weekly basketball games to maintain youthful perspective.
Paul Zellmer
AIA, NCARB, LEED BD+C Principal
35+ years of architectural experience with expertise in government/military projects. Specializes in sustainable design and CAD/3-D documentation. Active in Zellmer Childhood Disease Foundation while maintaining technical leadership in Design-Build proposals.
Kevin Bochenek
NCARB Principal
Licensed architect with extensive 3D rendering expertise. Specializes in transforming client visions into tangible results across retail, office, and industrial sectors. Prioritizes family time over golf while maintaining NCARB certification and design excellence.
Nicholas J. Norman
AIA Architect
Experienced architect with specialized knowledge in commercial and government projects. Focuses on technical precision and client collaboration. Maintains active AIA membership while contributing to diverse project types across the firm's portfolio.
Myles Lindberg
R.A. Architect
Registered architect with expertise in various building types. Contributes to both large-scale and small projects with attention to detail. Collaborates effectively across teams while maintaining technical proficiency in modern design software and practices.
Questions
What types of projects does The The Jenkins Group specialize in?
We specialize in commercial office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, government/military projects, and interior design across both private and public sectors.
How does the firm handle complex government proposals?
Our team has decades of experience navigating Design-Build processes for government contracts, including expertise with DeCA, AAFES, NAVFAC, and USACE requirements.
What sustainable design practices do you implement?
We integrate LEED-compliant solutions, energy-efficient systems, and environmentally responsible materials while maintaining design integrity and functionality.
How are projects managed from start to finish?
Every project is led by one of our principals with 30+ years of experience, supported by a team of engineers and specialists throughout the entire process.
Can you handle projects with tight deadlines?
Yes, we've successfully completed numerous time-sensitive projects while maintaining quality standards and budget requirements.
What technology do you use for design visualization?
We employ advanced 3D rendering software to create detailed visualizations that help clients understand spatial relationships and design concepts before construction begins.
