Winnetka Architects and Builders

At Scott Simpson Design + Build, we have more than 30 years of experience in the architecture and building of custom Winnetka houses plus homes in Northfield, Hubbard Woods and beyond. Our unified team of North Shore architects and builders specialize in new home construction, large-scale remodels, historic renovations and eco-conscious green building projects. As custom home builders, Winnetka IL homeowners have trusted us for years to build homes with superior craftsmanship and thoughtful design.

Winnetka amazes with sprawling lakefront properties mixed with homes from as early as the 1830s. This stylish suburb has lead us to create stunning new construction Winnetka houses and to preserve the heritage and traditions of a long-established community with expert restorations. We have enjoyed working on a variety of home building projects, including these favorite dream homes in Winnetka, Northfield and Hubbard Woods :

1920s Tudor home restoration Winnetka

Drone shot of builder on top of house during deconstruction phase in Winnetka, rubble and exposed bricks and beams

Winnetka deconstruction on Tower and Prospect

2024 Winnetka Green Award

Winnetka lakefront Spanish Colonial

Historic Colonial restoration Winnetka

View more of our design and build projects

Best Design Build Firm in Winnetka

Winnetka is known for its award-winning schools, influential residents, beautiful green spaces, public beaches, lakefront and being deemed one of the best places to live in Illinois (Niche.com.) After more than 30 years of building new homes in Winnetka, we believe we have the right combination of experience, references, and resources to deliver on the vision for your luxury home in Winnetka. 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 design-build 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.

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

30+ Years of Custom Home Design + Build Expertise | Winnetka Architects

“I felt very heard. The architects took into consideration how we wanted to live in the space and what we wanted to do. Their skill and professionalism and experience makes a major renovation feel like an everyday occurrence. Nothing threw them.”

~ Kiersey Family, Winnetka Renovation

“We just came down from putting our daughter to bed. She was thinking and naming her friends so she would have happy thoughts and happy dreams. She mentioned her usual girls and then added, “Scott Simpson, our Builder.”

~ Winnetka Custom 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

We would be happy to take you on a tour through some of our custom homes in Winnetka and Hubbard Woods and other suburbs of Chicago’s North Shore, including Kenilworth, Lake Forest, Glencoe, Highland Park, Park Ridge, Northfield, Wilmette and Northbrook.

Please contact us and we’ll get something on the schedule.

Heart. It’s what truly makes us different.

meet the team

1. 270 Birch Street Winnetka
2. 920 Forest Glen Drive Winnetka
3. 245 Scott Avenue Winnetka
4. 471 Hawthorn Lane Winnetka
5. 910 Private Lane Winnetka
6. 548 Cherry Street Winnetka
7. 335 Sheridan Road Winnetka
8. 595 Elm Street Winnetka
9. 576 Ash Street Winnetka
10. 902 Oak Avenue Winnetka
11. 117 DeWindt Road Winnetka
12. 1173 Tower Road Winnetka
13. 490 Hawthorn Lane Winnetka
14. 401 Hawthorn Lane Winnetka
15. 1047 Sheridan Road Winnetka
16. 1295 Hackberry Lane Winnetka
17. 447 Sunset Road Winnetka
18. 200 Enid Lane Northfield
19. 1925 Sunset Ridge Road Northfield
20. 848 Tower Road Winnetka
21. 731 Prospect Ave Winnetka