Design First Builders

Transform your living space with custom home additions that enhance functionality and property value. Our expert team designs and constructs seamless extensions that match your home's existing architecture while meeting modern living standards. From initial concept to final inspection, we ensure minimal disruption to your daily life while delivering quality craftsmanship that integrates perfectly with your current structure.

Upgrade your kitchen with tailored designs that optimize workflow and aesthetics. Our specialists create functional layouts with premium cabinetry, countertops, and appliances while maintaining your home's architectural integrity. We handle every detail from permits to final installation, ensuring your kitchen becomes the heart of your home with cutting-edge design and lasting durability.

Create luxurious, spa-like bathrooms tailored to your lifestyle needs. Our designers combine innovative storage solutions with premium materials to maximize space efficiency and aesthetic appeal. We specialize in accessibility upgrades, smart technology integration, and energy-efficient fixtures while maintaining strict adherence to building codes and timelines.

Convert unused basement space into functional living areas that extend your home's usable square footage. Our team designs moisture-resistant environments with proper egress, insulation, and lighting while incorporating custom features like home theaters, gyms, or guest suites. We ensure structural integrity while creating spaces that meet both practical needs and design aspirations.

Build your dream home with fully customized designs that reflect your unique lifestyle. Our architects and builders collaborate to create energy-efficient, code-compliant residences with personalized floorplans and premium finishes. From site selection to final walkthrough, we maintain transparent communication and quality control throughout the construction process to deliver homes that exceed expectations.

We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodels, basement renovations, home additions, and custom home construction throughout Chicagoland.

Our D.R.E.A.M process includes Design consultation, Architecture & Selections, Quality Production, and Maintenance/Warranty phases for seamless project execution.

Yes, we offer a 5-year warranty on all our construction work with post-build support through our dedicated client portal.

Our team specializes in optimizing difficult spaces, as demonstrated by our successful complex kitchen remodel projects.

We serve Naperville, Schaumburg, Wilmette, Hinsdale, and all Chicagoland communities within a 30-mile radius.

We use BuilderTrend software for real-time updates, budget tracking, and direct communication with your dedicated project team.

My project with D1 recently ended and I couldnt be happier with the entire experience. Everyone I worked with from Brian in design to Mabel in architecture and to Linda in architecture design to Peter my project manager, were extremely helpful with the design process, easy to work with, and patient with me. Their Builder Trend site makes it so easy to do everything and communicate with the team. I did a first floor remodel and after interviewing many firms, I chose Design First because they thought out of the box and reconfigured my kitchen in a space I never before considered while also taking into consideration design elements I wanted to incorporate.

I credit the wonderful experience I had to my project manager Peter. He is first class. Not only was this my first remodel but Im also a first time homeowner and Peter answered every question I had, was patient when I changed my mind on windows or wanted to see other options for range hoods, and he provided great recommendations for tuck pointing that were out of the scope of our assigned project.

During the demo and construction stages I was out of the country twice and Peter was always available to talk, he sent me photos and messages of the work in process to make sure I knew and was happy with what was going on. It was a relief to have this constant communication because I was able to change the shape of am arched doorway while abroad which I love. When problems or hiccups arose, as they will, Peter was straightforward, responsive, and got things done.

When my range hood was blemished, Peter and Keith were the first to say its need to be redone and were just as unhappy as I was. Knowing that they expected the same outcome I did showed me they cared about the quality of the finished project as much as I did. Peter also took care of minor cosmetic touches and walked me through some system maintenance issues.
Peter is great to work with because he is responsive, direct, friendly and easy to work with. I trust Peter and have already recommended him to a good friend. When I decide to tackle other projects I will contact D1 and Peter. Thanks so much!

DesignFirst did a fantastic job overall with our Kitchen remodel. Took out a wall that everyone else said could not be done. Really opened up our entire 1st floor. All of their staff were professional and all issues that came up during construction were handled quickly.