In The News
Part of the thrill of our craft is creating an architecturally significant structure for you and your family to call home. Of course, if someone recognizes our work, and the hard work of our subcontractors and architects, that just makes our day!
Scott Simpson Builders featured in Luxury Homes Quarterly
Scott and T.K. were spotlighted in a recent issue of Luxury Home Quarterly, where they talked about their dedication to fine craftsmanship and sustainable North Shore building. They discussed the many green technologies we at Scott Simpson Builders have been able to incorporate into our award-winning historic preservations, as well as the staff's commitment to continuing to learn about great architecture and cutting-edge building techniques. For the full article, read pages 46 and 47 of the January issue of LHQ.
Glencoe Green Home strives for LEED for Homes Platinum certification
With an eye to the future, more homeowners are building green. In the North Shore village of Glencoe, Ill., Barry and Natalie Slotnick are building a resource and energy-efficient single-family home for their growing family, planning to achieve the LEED for Homes Gold certification which may reach into LEED for Homes Platinum.
Scott Simpson Builders home featured in Trends
Scott Simpson Builders partnered with architects Stuart Cohen and Julie Hacker to transform the ground-floor interior of this mid-century modern home.
Homey Business District Created
As commercial districts go, they don’t get much homier than the corner of Oak Avenue and Shermer Road in Northbrook where a 1950s-style ranch house is being rezoned for use as an office building.
Green Homes Sprout in North Suburbs
Kenny, a developer with Scott Simpson Builders, has nearly completed a green renovation of his home, and his venture in Northbrook, as well as similar projects in Wilmette and Glenview, are what municipal officials hope to be examples of the future of residential construction.
Scott Simpson Builders, Insulating Your Windows And Doors
Watch us in action on WGN’s Midday Fix
Simpson wins in battle of the builders
“Scott Simpson Builders” beat “Lynch Construction” in Tuesday night’s co-ed softball championships organized by the Lake Bluff Park District. It was a come-from-behind win for the Simpson team, which was ranked No. 5 after the regular season to Lynch’s No. 2 status. The crowd at Artesian Park was so boisterous that neighbors could hear the cheers from several blocks away.
Building Green
Green construction is a hot topic. After the economy tanked last year, high-end “green” homes still sold. Our President prioritizes environmentally correct solutions. Growing numbers of North Shore professionals are adding an expertise in green living to their credentials.
