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A classic kitchen design -- but with the unexpected touch of this curved island. Don't worry - the visually interesting detail doesn't take away any all-important storage.

This beautiful country club-adjacent home is anything but "par for the course." Click to take a tour of MWA's design for an empty nester couple that blends formal living with casual elegance. Oh - and the real "hole in one?" An elevator with a course-inspired motif.

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Looking for a way to achieve privacy in a bathroom without window treatments or frosted glass? Think green! We installed these window ledges adorned with a variety of plants in a bath at the David Adler showcase house in Chicago, and it did just the trick. The foliage blocked a clear view into the space while still allowing plenty of natural light to filter through.

When designing or renovating your dream home, there are hundreds of things to consider. MWA co-founder Fred Wilson shares 19 of his favorite tips as he tours through a recent MWA project in this Show & Live Well blog post: https://www.morgantewilson.com/blog/one-house-19-ideas-for-residential-architecture-and-interior-design

Take a tour of a MWA-designed vacation home featured in Dwell. 👇

Passive Energy Vacation Cottage (15 Photos) Project in Michigan posted by Tate Gunnerson

MWA's Bob Zuber was clowning around this weekend!
Which do you think is a better photo - Bozo and Jane Byrne (on Bob's shirt) or Bozo and Bob?

Take a tour of one of our favorite projects, aptly nicknamed "Lake Life:"

Lake Life Morgante-Wilson: Award-winning architects serving Chicago’s North Shore : Architectural planning, design, and interiors : Call 847.332.1001

Thank you to Luxe Interiors + Design for naming us as a winner for the 2024 Residential Excellence in Design (Red) awards!

Inspiration comes from many sources when designing custom interiors. In the case of this condominium residence, we were absolutely influenced by these spectacular views. We selected furnishings and décor that could hold their own against the stunning skyline backdrop while, at the same time, not taking away from the vista, too.

Considering building your dream vacation home? Let us help make it a reality! MWA co-founder Fred Wilson recently shared a post on our Show & Live Well blog with four of his suggested considerations when planning a custom vacation home:

Custom-Built Vacation Home Ideas | Residential Architect Award-Winning Residential Architect Fred Wilson shares four key things to keep in mind when planning a custom-built vacation home

From blank box to bespoke kitchen, this before-and-after penthouse project was a fun one! We had the opportunity to completely rehab a vintage unit to make it more open and livable, while still paying homage to the character of the building. You can see the full project -- including an incredible terrace with landscape design by Mariani Landscape as well as clever hidden storage in the kitchen -- here: https://www.morgantewilson.com/residential-architects-chicago/penthouse-chic

MWA co-founders Elissa Morgante and Fred Wilson, along with their kids, enjoyed an early summer holiday visiting Paris and London together. Highlights included a food tour of Montmartre, visiting museums and art galleries, and taking in city sights. Of course, no trip across the pond would be complete without visiting daughter Issy Wilson's (www.iwilson.art) art studio at the Royal College of Art.

Comfortable and inviting seating, convenient access to the barbeque, and just steps from the pool -- this MWA-designed outdoor space offers the trifecta of outdoor living.

Thank you to the editors of NS Modern Luxury for selecting Morgante Wilson as one of the 2024 Best of the City winners. You can see the full list here: https://northshore.mlchicagosocial.com/best-of-ns-2024

Take your Memorial Day weekend cookout to the next level with these five ideas for designing an outdoor kitchen from MWA co-founder Fred Wilson:

Ideas for Outdoor Kitchen Design | Outdoor Residential Architecture Fred Wilson, partner at award-winning Morgante Wilson Architects in Chicago, shares five idea Ideas for designing an outdoor kitchen for your home

MWA's Bob Zuber, AIA was among the architecture professionals serving on the planning committee for last week's CRAN (Custom Residential Architects Network)'s annual symposium. The day-long event focused on thought leadership, emerging trends and connecting with fellow residential architects and industry vendors.

Many mistakenly believe that interior designers create style for our clients, but truly talented interior designers help clients find their own unique style and then execute design based on that. In this Show & Live Well blog post, MWA co-founder Elissa Morgante offers tips on how to find your personal style when working with an interior designer.

How To Find Your Style By Working With A Professional Interior Designer Elissa Morgante, Partner at Morgante-Wilson Architects in Chicago, shares her insights on how to find your style by working with a professional interior designer.

Federal, Georgian, Tudor - oh my! Which style of home is your favorite? We love each of these homes for their distinct style and timeless appeal.

When designing a home to maximize daylight and views, we consider every angle - quite literally! Here are two examples where our team added angled windows to a home, bringing a modern take to the traditional bay window.

Designing a seamless addition to a home always presents certain challenges, but those challenges are even greater when it's a historic residence. Attention to every detail, from scale to trim accents, is essential to designing a cohesive and timeless look that blends with and complements that original home. Here is a "before & after" example of one addition we designed for a landmark home in Oak Park, Ill.

Last month, our Bob Zuber took an incredible trip to Bali and Thailand, and returned with lots of inspiration. Among the many sights and colors that moved him was the idea of utilizing water in design. In fact, Bob did his architectural design thesis on water and design while earning his master's degree in architecture. Water as a design feature has both practical and aesthetic applications, including cooling a space from evaporation and providing a connection to the Earth.

As architects, is always a consideration. One of our favorite, eco-friendly projects was this vacation home in Michigan's Harbor Country that we designed and built following standards. Utilizing passive energy and sustainable materials, this family-friendly retreat is eco-friendly, too. Click to take a tour:

Passive Energy Vacation Cottage Morgante-Wilson: Award-winning architects serving Chicago’s North Shore : Architectural planning, design, and interiors : Call 847.332.1001

It's an architecture feature MWA co-founder Fred Wilson calls "life changing" in this Show & Live Well blog post: a screened-in porch. Click to read more on what goes into creating the perfect porch:

Ideas for Screened Porches | Outdoor Rooms | Architecture Fred Wilson, partner at award-winning Chicago Architects Morgante Wilson, shares inspiring ideas on how to increase you home living space with a screened porch.

When designing interiors, we always look for those bespoke pieces that bring the space into focus and create an environment that truly speaks to the people who will inhabit it. And that means we love unique retailers, including great vintage shops! Northshore Magazine recently shared their picks for the best antique and vintage shops in Chicago. Read more here:

The 8 Best Vintage & Antique Shops In Chicago Chicago's antique and vintage stores are some of the best in the country. From brick-and-mortars to viral Instagram shops, here are a few of our favorite businesses to discover hidden gems. Ca…

Today is , but for many of our clients, pet day is every day. This mudroom is one example of how we created one family's mudroom with their four-legged friend in mind. From the built-in kennel to tile selected to disguise muddy pawprints, this space illustrates .

What are some of the we're seeing so far in 2024? Elissa Morgante, Fred Wilson, Bob Zuber and K. Tyler all weighed in on what's new in kitchen and bath design. From a move away from all white kitchens to the addition of "wet rooms," click to read our latest Show & Live Well blog post to see more.

2024 Residential Kitchen and Bath Design Trends : The partners at award-winning Chicago residential architects Morgante-Wilson share the top 2024 kitchen and bath design trends

The month of April is World Landscape Architecture Month, and as residential architects, we have an especially strong appreciation for the incredible work our landscape partners do on our projects. From creating a green oasis on the terrace of a city penthouse to capturing the essence of lakeside living, the creative and artistic designs of partners like Mariani Landscape, Kettelkamp & Kettelkamp Landscape Architecture, Scott Byron & Co., Inc. and others are the perfect complement to our residential architecture and design.

In honor of Women's History Month, RE Journals recently published a feature highlighting notable women in commercial real estate, including our own Elissa Morgante and K. Tyler. Click to read more about their award-winning work in the multifamily sector. https://rejournals.com/womens-history-month-notable-women-in-cre/

While creating a budget for a new build or renovation can be a challenge, sticking to it can be equally difficult if you're not careful. In this Show & Live Well blog post, MWA co-founder Fred Wilson shares his tips for ensuring a project stays on budget from start to finish.

Home Renovation Budget | Budgeting for building a new home Fred Wilson of award-winning Chicago architectural firm Morgante-Wilson shares his tips on how to stick within your budget when renovating or building a new home.

Join us for a look back at one of our favorite projects: the renovation of a 1920s historic landmark home: https://www.morgantewilson.com/projects