Who we are
Design Studio C, Ltd. is a business-focused architectural firm that was established in 1998 to serve entrepreneurial clients seeking to develop or expand their business, as well as select residential clients. The majority of our work has focused on remodeling, redeveloping and refurbishing existing buildings.
We have developed over 1,500 projects for a variety of clients, including business owners, landlords, restauranteurs, healthcare professionals, auto recyclers, contractors, investors, developers, and non-profit organizations.
During this time, we have built relationships with lenders, contractors, consultants, and local governments to ensure that our clients' projects run smoothly.
We measure our success with our strong repeat customer base. The vast majority of our projects come from repeat customers or direct referrals.
Contact us today to discuss how Design Studio C, Ltd. can help you achieve your building goals and support your entrepreneurial journey.
Serving the Greater Chicago area and Southeast Wisconsin
Currently licensed in Illinois and Wisconsin, Michael Edgar's NCARB certification allows easy licensure in most states as well as Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand
Our Team
Michael Edgar, NCARB
- President and founder - 1998
- Bachelor of Architecture, University of Southern California
- Masters of Architecture, University of Houston, Sasakawa International Center for Space Architecture
- Licensed architect in the States of Illinois and Wisconsin
- NCARB certified
- Specialties: development consulting, design consultation services, and business development
Irene Cohen Edgar, RA, LEED AP
- Project Architect and Principal since 1999
- Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign (UIUC) and Master’s of Architecture with a concentration in Historic Preservation, also at UIUC
- Licensed architect in the State of Illinois
- Chicago Registered Energy Professional
- LEED Accredited Professional
- Listed on the Illinois Department of Natural Resources list of qualified consultants as a Historical Consultant
- Specialties: Restaurants, light industrial, office, gas stations, code compliance, energy efficiency, adaptive re-use
Our Process
Listen
All new clients are offered our Design Consultation Service - Read More
Check
Code analysis, reviewing and measuring existing conditions, and more
Design
Clients are offered options for Schematic Design. After approval, we move onto Construction Documents
Built
Bidding assistance, Permitting assistance and Construction Contract Administration are optional services