Kind Words from our Clients
"Thank you for the outstanding service you provided our family. It was a joy to work with you."
"I want you to know how special this experience is for us. Each of you and your team have collectively created a very special place. We enjoyed exploring and experiencing our lake house with each other and with friends and family. Just know how appreciative I am of your talents!"
"Wait until you see the nursery...it is beyond amazing! You are so talented and imaginative and we cannot thank you enough for all you have done to make our house a beautiful home. Each time a space is completed in our home, I sit in it and look at it and am so thankful that you both have put your amazing touches on it and that our family gets to enjoy it each and every day....to say thank you does not seem like enough, but I will say it over and over - thank you both for making our house our home. We love it more and more each day!"
"I greatly appreciate your expertise in both design as well as navigating through the planning commission. You and Gavin did a wonderful job. I feel most fortunate to have been able to work with both of you."
"Thank you just doesn't seem enough to say for all that you and your team has done for our family. All of the planning time was worth it and we needed to get through our emotions of the home and location and you helped us through that. Your advice and guidance was truly priceless. We felt comfortable and trusted all of you without any doubts in our minds. We know we made the right decision with working with your team."
"Diana and I worked as part of a team on a major historic renovation and refurnishing project. She was a pleasure to work with, very thorough and detailed orientated, both in terms of design, communication and project coordination. We worked well together because Diana was very inclusive and we were on the same page from the beginning with regard to the client's objectives and vision."
"Lynch Construction has had the opportunity to work with Melichar Architects on multiple occasions and we are continually impressed with the quality, detail, and thoroughness of Melichar Architects’ plans."
"Diana Melichar was a personal referral from an architect friend who sits on an historical preservation committee with her. She and her architect Jennifer took a very thorough approach to develop a kitchen design ideal to our needs. Fit all of our wishes into our existing space without tearing out walls. Great eye for traditional, classic design. Creative execution of my office space by integrating it into my pantry with pocket doors so I can operate out of it during the day without doors hanging open and taking up space. Closed doors hide the space when not in use. Would highly recommend Diana and Jennifer to anyone looking for top quality service and design. Melichar also designed our outdoor space of new carport and terrace which we will execute in Spring 2017."
"We have had the pleasure to work with Melichar Architects on a few projects, ranging from simple room layout recommendations to large scale jobs requiring full sets of architectural plans. In every instance, Diana Melichar and her team have been true professionals; thorough in their analysis and pragmatic in their approach. Diana has a wonderful eye for maximizing the utilization of space in a functional manner, while always maintaining a level of esthetics in her designs. In each instance we have used Melichar Architects, she and her team always seem to find that perfect balance between form and function. And whenever a question or challenge was presented during any phase of our projects, they worked closely with our general contractors and his sub-contractors to find workable and cost effective solutions. So regardless of your design needs or the scope of your prospective project, we would strongly recommend you consider engaging Melichar Architects. We could not be happier with end results of her efforts on our jobs and wouldn’t hesitate calling on their services in the future."
"We have used Melichar Architects for both our homes in the Chicago and Miami areas. In each instance, their attention to detail and thoughtful assimilation of our desires were wonderfully reflected in the end results. Even though each property had its own unique setting, Melichar Architects was able to incorporate their ideas in a manner that brought out the beauty of each locale, regardless of the geography and diversity; no small task. No matter what the situation may require, we can depend on Diana and her fine staff to provide a wonderful and creative solution to our design requirements."
"Diana and her team are unparalleled. In a community where architecturally significant homes are the norm. Diana excels in fulfilling the historic vision of the homes she works on while enhancing the structures to meet the homeowners modern needs. She is a delight to work with, as are her associates. Diana has made our historic home comfortable and suitable for life in the 21st century while keeping the integrity of David Adler's design-no easy feat. We are grateful for her counsel and guidance and have enjoyed getting to know her and the members of her firm. We would recommend her without hesitation and with great enthusiasm!"
"Melichar Architects is the most professional team! They led the charge in preparing drawings and elevations in preparation of a meeting for approval of a ground up build. After approval, the detailed design started. They never imposed their style but rather inspired creative thinking in us through their deep and broad knowledge. The architecture received and esteemed award within our Community. You will get the best drawings ever from this team! We then purchased a beautiful piece of land with a tired looking lake house on it. We spent a long day taking photos and measurements and, from 135 miles away, the transformation took place! Melichar Architects struck the perfect balance of design elements, architecture and vision. We could not be happier!
"Honorable/ ethical, transparent and great service is how I would sum it up. This is an addition to your beautiful architectural and interior design work!"
"We are a Homeowners Association in Lake Forest and needed to replace the cedar roofs on 56 homes. We hired Bob Abell and Melichar Architects to prepare the bid docs, review and assess the competitive bids and perform inspections and draws. Because of their attention to detail and knowledgeable guidance the project came in on budget. We were very pleased."
"Diana Melichar and the entire team at Melichar Architects are such a pleasure to work with. As a residential interior designer in the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff area, I’ve partnered with Melichar Architects on our clients’ extensive historic home renovations along with new construction projects. Diana and her team know how to carefully listen to the needs of our clients, and they put incredible attention to detail into every step of the design process. Whenever Melichar Architects are involved, I can trust that the construction process will go smoothly because the architectural plans are always extremely thorough and precise. Diana Melichar has created a culture within her firm that reflects her exceptional talent and strong business values. My firm has worked with a number of architects over the years, and Melichar Architects stands out as one of the best. I enthusiastically recommend them."
"Lucky for us Melichar Architects were recommended. We called, we met and the outcome was perfect! From concept discussion to a detailed plans, including contractor selection, we were professionally guided in a creative and responsive way. The attention we received was amazing. Thank you Diana, Gavin & Melichar team! You are "Pro"s" who truly understand customer satisfaction. We highly recommend Melichar Architects to all!
"Melichar Architect is a pleasure to work with. On time, on budget and professional attention to detail. Diana’s creative process made the entire project fun and beautiful!"
"We are loving every minute in our new home and are amazed by your beautiful design—we can’t stop smiling!"
"Thanks again for your support and a great job with the 3100 building, it’ll make a significant difference with our customers, our employees and our potential strategic partners. "
"Diana and her team are absolutely brilliant. They combine modern practices to timeless designs. It was truly a great experience working with them. I look forward to working with them in the future."