Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Residential Architecture & Design Services
Founded in 2007, GTH Architects is a Chicago-based firm dedicated to creating timeless residential spaces through collaborative design. Our team of licensed architects specializes in new construction, renovations, restorations, and interior design, with deep expertise in historically accurate architectural forms and materials. We prioritize client needs by integrating input from homeowners, designers, and builders to achieve cohesive, aesthetically pleasing results.With projects spanning multiple states, we focus on crafting spaces that reflect each client's unique lifestyle while maintaining architectural integrity. Our philosophy centers on listening carefully to client visions and translating them into custom-fitted designs that seamlessly blend with existing environments. We measure success by the longevity of our work and the satisfaction of clients whose homes become natural extensions of their personal narratives.
Services
Residential New Construction
Home Renovations
Historic Restorations
Interior Design
Architectural Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We specialize in historically accurate architectural forms and materials.
- Our collaborative approach integrates client goals with expert design input.
- We maintain architectural integrity while meeting modern functionality needs.
- Our team includes licensed architects with decades of combined experience.
- We serve diverse locations across multiple states with personalized solutions.
Services
Residential New Construction
We design custom homes that blend timeless architectural elements with modern functionality. Our process begins with understanding client lifestyles to create floor plans that optimize spatial relationships and sight lines. By integrating historical design principles with contemporary needs, we deliver residences that feel like natural extensions of their environments while maintaining architectural authenticity.
Home Renovations
Our renovation services focus on enhancing existing structures while preserving their architectural character. We specialize in seamless additions and updates that improve functionality without compromising historical integrity. Through careful analysis of original materials and design elements, we create modernized spaces that maintain stylistic continuity with the home's original architecture.
Historic Restorations
We specialize in restoring historic properties to their original grandeur while incorporating modern amenities. Our team meticulously researches period-appropriate materials and construction techniques to revive architectural details that define each home's unique character. This process often reveals hidden design elements that become focal points in revitalized spaces.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating cohesive living environments that complement architectural exteriors. We coordinate finishes, fixtures, and furnishings to unify spaces while optimizing functionality. By considering how families interact with their environments, we develop tailored solutions that enhance both aesthetics and daily usability through carefully curated design elements.
Architectural Consultation
We provide expert guidance throughout the design and construction process, collaborating with clients, builders, and specialists. Our consultation services ensure design consistency across all project phases, from initial concept development to final implementation. This holistic approach maintains vision integrity while addressing technical requirements and regulatory considerations through continuous oversight.
People
Jeffry Harting
President
As lead designer and project manager, Jeffry oversees all design aspects while ensuring client visions translate into cohesive architectural solutions.
John Toniolo
Partner
Licensed Illinois architect John manages technical project execution, balancing creative design with structural requirements and building codes compliance.
Betsy Gensburg
Vice President
Betsy combines architectural expertise with client relationship management, focusing on delivering personalized solutions that meet both aesthetic and functional needs.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential new construction, renovations, historic restorations, and interior design with a focus on timeless architectural styles.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Chicago's North Shore communities and complete projects across Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, and several other states.
How does your design process work?
We begin by understanding client lifestyles and preferences, then develop customized designs that integrate with existing architectural contexts through collaborative consultation.
Can you handle historic property renovations?
Yes, we have extensive experience restoring historic homes while incorporating modern amenities and functional improvements that maintain architectural integrity.
How do you ensure client satisfaction?
We maintain constant communication throughout projects, prioritizing client goals while coordinating with designers, builders, and specialists to achieve cohesive results.
