Fraerman Associates Architecture

One of the most prestigious firms on the North Shore, Fraerman Associates Architecture, Inc. has won numerous awards and accolades for its work in new home construction and residential renovation throughout the Chicago area and beyond. The firm's work has been featured in local, national and international publications. Founded in 1995, Fraerman Associates Architecture has consistently promoted excellence in design through its classic approach to architecture while reflecting the distinct individuality of each client. Understanding the lifestyle challenges facing contemporary families, the firm's work concisely distills clients' often complex requisites with unique and elegant expression. The exquisitely detailed, single-family residences are characterized by tranquil, light-filled spaces layered as processional 'events', each one unfolding into the next. The effect is a fluidity that melds the interior with the exterior while energizing the entire environment. With an intuitive understanding of both the beauty and pragmatism of thoughtful design, Yale educated James Fraerman, the firm’s principal, has more than 30 years of experience in wide variety of residential, cultural and educational building types.