A restaurant can have the best menu in the city and still struggle if the restaurant design creates more challenges for staff, confuses guests, or can’t support the evening rush. This is why restaurant interior design goes far beyond styling. Great hospitality design is operational design. It’s the restaurant architecture that protects the guest experience […]
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Architecture Design Studio Process: Site Analysis to Construction Administration
Maybe you’ve just bought a property that needs a full gut rehab, or an empty lot with limitless potential. Perhaps you’re in the same home you’ve been in for decades and have no desire to move, but the property is in serious need of a refresh. You’re typing, “architectural firms near me” into search engines, […]
From 90s to Now: A Modern Update to a Classic Townhome
For this Lincoln Park townhome renovation, we worked as architect, general contractor, and interior designer, transforming four levels with a new stair and penthouse addition.
Queen Anne Single-Family Renovation | Restoring History for Modern Family Living
This Queen Anne renovation restores historic character while expanding livable space. By reworking the rear elevation, improving the building envelope, and modernizing infrastructure, we renovated the home for daily living, allowing old and new to coexist.
Restaurant Interior Design Firms + Architect Collaboration: From Concept to CO
Opening a restaurant is equal parts dream, hustle, and problem-solving ultra marathon. From the first outline of a menu scribbled on the back of a napkin to the moment the doors officially open, every decision matters. One of the most important parts of the process is how restaurant interior design firms collaborate with architects to […]
Modern Sustainable Architecture: Biomimicry Taking Cues From the Natural World
As cities like Chicago continue to grow more dense and their people become more environmentally conscious, architects are increasingly looking to the natural world for design intelligence. One of the most compelling movements shaping contemporary practice is biomimicry, a design philosophy that studies nature’s forms, systems, and processes to solve human challenges. At moss Design, […]
Sustainable Residential Architects: How Biophilic Design Can Influence Architectural Design
Discover how sustainable residential architects use biophilic design to create homes that connect people with nature while supporting wellness and environmental responsibility.
Modern House Architect Tips: Maximizing Daylight With a Skylight House Plan
Learn how modern house architects use skylight design to maximize natural light, improve energy efficiency, and transform residential spaces.
Residential Design Firms vs. Architectural Firms: Who Leads Your Vision?
An overview of the residential design process, plus a breakdown of what architecture firms and residential design studios each contribute.
The Einstein Refrigerator – How It Works?
One of the most surprising contributors to this conversation is Albert Einstein, whose work on the Einstein refrigerator continues to inspire a new wave of sustainable thinking.
How to Build a House, From An Architect Who Does It Daily
The NYT skipped a crucial step: start with an architect. Architect-led design-build turns needs, site, and budget into a cohesive home; something design-based apps and can’t calibrate
Choosing the Right Windows for Your Home: The Ultimate Guide for Homeowners
Discover the best windows for your home with our complete guide to styles, materials, and energy-efficient options.
The Role of Sustainability in Our Architectural Design Philosophy
Inspired by the quiet resilience of forest moss, our architecture studio was founded on the idea that buildings should shelter, support, and adapt—just like nature does.
Bowtruss Repurposed as Evanston Co-Living with a Farm and Greenhouse
This co-living project in Evanston includes lofted units, a conservatory, greenhouse, and shared spaces designed for community-oriented living.
Fireproof Architecture, Concrete Houses and California Wildfires
Can fireproof architecture save homes from wildfires? We explain various design elements to create more fire-resilient structures.