Our Design Styles
Good Design Is Forever
At LivCo, our architects and interior designers are deeply committed to good design. The Chicago suburbs offer a rich mix of history, styles, and architectural influences, and we approach each project as a unique home for a unique family. Our portfolio spans everything from thoughtful Craftsman additions to steel-and-glass apartments, tiny houses, and full mid-century modern renovations. No matter the project, we bring the same level of design care and expertise to create the right textures, compositions, relationships, and tactility for both beauty and function.
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 20th 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 20th 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.