Business Details
46 Years
experience
Custom Luxury Homes by A. Perry Homes
A. Perry Homes is an Architect-led Design Build firm with over 40 years of experience creating custom luxury homes that reflect clients' unique visions. Our process prioritizes personalized service, transparent communication, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every project aligns with both aesthetic aspirations and functional needs. With studios in Illinois and Tennessee, we specialize in translating client dreams into architectural art through a collaborative, proactive approach that spans design to construction.Our team of licensed architects, designers, and construction experts maintains rigorous quality standards while fostering trust through daily onsite evaluations and a commitment to on-time, on-budget delivery. Recognized by industry professionals and clients alike, we combine global design inspiration with local market expertise to build homes that elevate neighborhoods and stand as timeless testaments to our clients' lives.
Services
Custom Home Design
Architect-Led Design Build
Renovations
Property Selection
Neighborhood Development
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of architectural expertise in luxury custom homes
- Our Architect-led process ensures seamless design-to-construction integration
- Transparent budgeting with real-time client portal updates
- Daily onsite quality control by licensed professionals
- Award-winning designs featured in national media and publications
What people say
Outstanding quality and service
Fun and engaging process
Professional team
Exceeded expectations
Timeless design
Services
Custom Home Design
Our custom home design service transforms client visions into personalized architectural masterpieces. Licensed architects collaborate directly with clients to create floor plans that reflect individual lifestyles and aesthetic preferences. Through detailed consultations and iterative design reviews, we ensure every space balances form, function, and emotional resonance while maintaining strict adherence to budget parameters.
Architect-Led Design Build
This comprehensive service combines architectural design and construction under one team for seamless project execution. Our licensed architects work alongside construction experts to maintain design integrity throughout the building process. Daily onsite supervision and digital project management tools ensure transparency, quality control, and timely delivery of luxury custom homes that match original specifications.
Property Selection
We assist clients in finding optimal properties for their custom homes in exclusive locations. Our expertise includes evaluating architectural potential, zoning regulations, and neighborhood compatibility. In Chattanooga, we develop custom homesites within master-planned communities while helping Chicagoland clients secure properties in established, architecturally significant neighborhoods with limited market access.
Renovations
Our renovation services transform existing spaces into modern, functional living environments while preserving architectural character. From complete home overhauls to targeted updates, we employ the same meticulous design process and quality standards as new construction. Recent projects include suburban home transformations into transitional modern retreats with enhanced spatial efficiency and contemporary aesthetics.
Neighborhood Development
We create curated residential enclaves in scenic locations that combine luxury living with natural beauty. Current developments in Chattanooga's Black Creek area feature custom homesites with conservation forest borders and mountain vistas. Each community is designed to maintain environmental integrity while providing residents access to modern amenities and proximity to urban centers like downtown Chattanooga.
People
Tony Perry
Founder, Architect
With over 40 years in architecture, Tony Perry founded A. Perry Homes to combine European-inspired design with American craftsmanship. He has designed more than 600 homes and brings global design expertise from extensive European architectural studies.
Kent DeReus
CEO, Architect
Licensed architect with 20+ years' experience and over 250 custom home designs. Holds advanced architecture degrees and multiple state licenses. Recognized with 60+ Gold Key Awards for innovative residential design that balances luxury with functional living spaces.
Anthony Perry
President
Real estate finance expert with private equity background. Oversees business development and operations, leveraging customer service experience from retail and real estate ventures to ensure exceptional client experiences throughout the homebuilding process.
Hillary Perry
Vice President of Operations
Former Navy project manager with international experience. Coordinates operations from architecture through construction phases, applying military precision to ensure all project details meet quality standards while maintaining client communication throughout the building process.
Nate Lochner
Vice President of Architecture
Senior architectural leader guiding design teams in creating distinctive homes that blend aesthetic appeal with practical functionality. Ensures design continuity from concept development through final construction details while maintaining adherence to client vision and budget parameters.
Questions
What makes A. Perry Homes different from other architectural firms?
We combine Architect-led Design Build with personalized service, maintaining control from concept through construction. Our daily onsite supervision and transparent budgeting ensure quality and accountability throughout the process.
Do you build homes outside the Chicago area?
Yes, we have active projects in Tennessee's Chattanooga area while maintaining our Chicagoland presence. Our Architect-led approach adapts to different regional markets while maintaining consistent quality standards.
How does your design process work?
We start with detailed client consultations to understand lifestyle needs, followed by bubble diagrams and iterative design reviews. Our architects create custom floor plans that evolve through client feedback before finalizing construction documents.
Can you help find property for a custom home?
Yes, we assist with property selection in established neighborhoods and offer curated homesites in Chattanooga developments. Our local market expertise helps clients find optimal locations for their architectural vision.
What quality control measures do you implement?
Daily onsite evaluations by licensed architects, material inspections, and subcontractor vetting ensure quality. Our digital project management system provides real-time updates while maintaining documentation for every construction phase.
How long does a typical project take?
Custom homes typically take 12-18 months from design to completion. Our streamlined Architect-led process reduces timelines through integrated design-build coordination while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
