More bedrooms, baths or living space, built to match the house and look original.
Additions and Extensions
An addition that looks like it was always there
We add bedrooms, baths, living space and outdoor living, and we build them to match the existing home so the addition looks original. We coordinate the structure and the finishes together, which is what makes the new space blend in.
Our Beemsterbour Studio is a 600 sq ft addition with a heated ebony hardwood floor, Tuscan trowel walls, stone veneer, built in bookcases and a beam ceiling made on site from reclaimed timbers.
Adds
Bedrooms, baths, living space
Outdoor
Covered patios, decks, outdoor kitchens
Example
600 sq ft studio addition
On site
Owner, every day
Planning an addition
An addition touches the structure, roof, mechanicals and finishes of the house you already live in, so the sequence matters. We coordinate plans and permits up front, then schedule the work to keep disruption to the rest of the home as small as we can.
We also build outdoor living into additions, like the covered outdoor areas at our Homer Glen ranch and the deck over an outdoor kitchen at Shadow Ridge.
How we run a job
One point of contact, start to finish
Plan
We start with a consultation on your goals, budget range, timeline and location. Then we coordinate plans, permits, selections and the schedule so the job is organized before anyone breaks ground.
Build
Frank is on the job every day. We coordinate the crews, track progress and check quality as we go, and you get one point of contact for every question.
Finish
We walk the finished work with you, close out the punch list and stay available after turnover. Past clients say Frank still checks in years later.
Additions and Extensions near you
RL works across 33 towns in the southwest and western suburbs. See every town we serve.
What clients say
Homeowners on working with Frank
Frank and his team built our dream home through COVID, and the quality has been exceptional. Years later he still checks in seasonally and stays a call or text away, which is rare and appreciated.
Julie Morris, homeownerFrank handled our kitchen renovation and we could not be happier with the final project. He was on site every day, used skilled craftsmen, and made what could have been stressful feel easy.
Homeowner, kitchen renovation
FAQ
Additions and Extensions: common questions
Will the addition match my house?
That is the goal on every addition. We coordinate structure and finishes together so the new space blends with the existing home and looks original.
Do you handle permits?
Yes. We coordinate permitting and line the plans up with local requirements. Every suburb has its own rules, so we handle that part to keep the job moving.
Can you build from my architect's plans?
Yes. We can build from your plans or work alongside your architect and designer. If you need one, we can recommend professionals who fit the project.
What happens if we change something mid project?
We review the cost and schedule impact with you before anything moves forward, so there are no surprises later.
Talk to Frank about your addition
Call (708) 301-0700 or send a few details, and Frank will walk you through scope, budget and timing.
