Hutter Architects provides architectural services for projects ranging from very large to small, newly built or remodeled, for residential or business, for the end-user or investor. In some cases our clients are familiar with construction projects and other times they are not. Whatever the nature and scope of the project, our most important task is to partner with you to take your vision and refine it to the point that it is completely captured in a set of drawings. Our process additionally includes breaking the project down into component parts so it can be effectively and efficiently managed with the builder. It is through this proven process that we bring our clients’ visions to reality.
It is in these three phases that all the basic designing is accomplished.
The next three phases, Construction Documents, Permit Assistance, and Bidding & Negotiation are done in preparation for construction. In the last phase, Construction Administration, we monitor the project during construction. A more detailed explanation of each of these phases follows.
These phases insure that this complex and arduous endeavor is managed effectively, efficiently, and with as much ease as possible. By utilizing this systematic approach, we work together to have your goals realized. It is our intention that you greet the completed project by exclaiming, “Wow, this is fantastic; it is exactly what I wanted.”
Oak Park, Illinois
The goal of this project was to make the entrance of the Pilgrim Congregational Church ADA accessible by adding a wheelchair lift. Extra attention was paid to match the materiality and style of the original 1989 building and create a seamless transition between the old and new.
Chicago Public Schools: Zenos Colman Regional Offices and Training Center
Chicago, Illinois
The Colman Regional Offices and Training Center received an addition and renovations after the building was repurposed as an administration building from a former CPS elementary school. The addition consisted of a new elevator shaft and machine room. Other renovations included a new interior ramp and to meet ADA requirements, improvements to the newly designated ADA entrance, and painting and restoration of the existing auditorium.
Scottsdale, Arizona
Living Room with Fireplace: The design’s boldness comes from removing the walls around the existing, which greatly expanded the kitchen and elevated it to the heart of the home.
Living Room and Kitchen: A tall bar area provides visual separation between the living and cooking areas, while still allowing the cook to be part of the main event.
Living Room and Kitchen: A tall bar area provides visual separation between the living and cooking areas, while still allowing the cook to be part of the main event.
Bathrooms: A warm, inviting and original color palette that avoids the tired and cliché southwest color scheme.
Front Entryway: The ambience, character and spirit of place drive a design that flows with color that is bold and warm, with correct proportions and with attention to texture and shadow.
Back Yard Living Space: The homeowners like to cook and entertain and with the spectacular outdoor setting, the indoor and outdoor living spaces are now seamlessly joined.
Bin 36 Restaurant: Chicago, Illinois
Elevator modernization to bring elevator to rooftop deck included re-support of elevator equipment room and extension of existing elevator shaft. This project was challenging due to existing structural parameters in the vintage building.
Sewickly, PA
This residential addition included a new front entry foyer and wrap-around porch that completely changed the circulation pattern of the house. The elements were carefully designed to complement the character of the original Georgian style home and to provide space to hang out.