custom home architects and builders in wilmette, il
At Scott Simpson Design + Build, we have more than 30 years of experience in the architecture and building of custom homes in Wilmette, Illinois. Our North Shore architects and builders specialize in new home construction, large-scale remodels, historic renovations and eco-conscious green building projects.
Wilmette is a beautiful community on the North Shore of Chicago and home to our first-ever clients. These clients were so satisfied with our work, they ended up building a second home with us several years later when they became empty-nesters. Scott Simpson Design + Build also built the first certified LEED-H Platinum house in Wilmette. We have enjoyed working on many home building projects, including a few of our favorite dream homes in Wilmette:
Modern Luxury Condo on the Lake
Rustic Eco-Conscious New Construction in Wilmette
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LEED-Qualified Custom Home in Wilmette
Historic Beauty in Wilmette
Just 14 miles north of downtown Chicago, Wilmette is a family-focused community that, in 2020, was ranked #1 by Niche.com as the best place to raise a family in Cook County based on a variety of factors including public schools grade, percentage of residents with a bachelor’s degree or higher, crime & safety grade, family amenities, walkability grade, percentage of households with children, and access to parks and other recreational activities.
we specialize in custom new home builds, historic preservation, and extensive, major renovation projects
have questions about designing and building a custom home? happy to help.
Phone: 847.291.2457
our passion is building livable works of art
Best of Houzz Service Award
10 “Best Custom Home Builders in Chicago”
Top 4 “Best Residential General Contractors in Chicago”
Top 5 “Best Design Build Firms in Chicago”
10 Historical Preservation Awards
30+ years of making custom home design + build dreams come true
After many years of designing and building new homes in Wilmette, we believe we have the right combination of experience, references, and resources to deliver on the vision for your luxury home. Opting for a united design-build service is a smart approach as it affords access to licensed architects, builders, and a dedicated project management team simultaneously.
Our unified architecture and construction team works with long-standing subcontractors, suppliers, and craftspeople to maximize spending power, minimize obstacles, and pay attention to detail with each step of the process. This allows your family to enjoy the luxury of a collaborative, informed, and inspiring process all along the way.
Heart. It’s what truly makes us different.
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Contact us for a quick consultation on custom home architecture and building in Wilmette.
1. 315 Abbotsford Road Kenilworth
2. 133 Kenilworth Avenue Kenilworth
3. 429 Sheridan Road Kenilworth
4. 243 Leicester Road Kenilworth
5. 122 Melrose Avenue Kenilworth
6. 1132 Forest Avenue Wilmette
7. 519 Forest Avenue Wilmette
8. 1040 Chestnut Avenue Wilmette
9. 1227 Greenwood Avenue Wilmette
10. 1341 Chestnut Avenue Wilmette
11. 503 Central Avenue Wilmette
12. 1141 Forest Avenue Wilmette
13. 824 Oakwood Avenue Wilmette
14. 932 Forest Avenue Wilmette
15. 1420 Sheridan Road Wilmette
16. 317 Sheridan Road Wilmette
17. 932 Forest Avenue Wilmette
18. 934 Elmwood Avenue Wilmette
19. 939 Romona Road Wilmette
20. 845 Michigan Avenue Wilmette
21. 1041 Ashland Avenue Wilmette
22. 1136 Chestnut Avenue Wilmette
23. 1203 Ashland Avenue Wilmette
24. 703 Greenwood Avenue Wilmette
Happy Clients
“We planned on talking to three or four different builders and we met with Simpson and then we didn’t meet with anybody else.”
~ Glenview Custom Home Design and Build
“SSDB is part of an echelon other builders are not – so much quality, so much devotion, such a distinct style and the ability to deliver. I feel exactly the way I wanted to feel in my new home. Our door is open 24/7 whenever you want to show anyone your wonderful work!”
~ Northbrook New Home Design and Build
“We greatly appreciate all of you – your talent, and the work you are doing on our house. The people make the project and you are all amazing. Next year happy hour on the porch at this time!”
~ Northbrook Eco-Conscious Design and Build
“Thank you for the thoughtful education all the way through the design and build. I daresay your standards were even higher than ours. We are so glad you were there to keep us on track, simplify everything and even bring joy into it all! This is probably unusual to say about a contractor – but we are thrilled to have taken this journey with you and to have made new friends as well as a new house.”
~ Wilmette New Home Design and Build
“I know I wrote you something after our final walk-through but seeing you here just now – offering your assistance a year and a half later – I just want to say thanks for making us feel like a priority even after our project was done. It’s the best “in” having picked you guys.”
~ Winnetka Home Renovation and Addition