From historic
to high-performance.

Heitzman Architects is the premier architectural group that specializes in upgrading and enhancing historic properties with modern, high-efficient solutions.

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When we look at someone’s building,
we don’t see
4 walls and
old-fashioned construction.

We see a human story told through its architecture, and the homeowner’s desire to preserve it, so they can add their chapter to its story.

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Frank Heitzman

Principal and Lead Architect

Heitzman Architects was founded by Frank Heitzman, a highly accomplished and experienced architect who has extensive experience with building restoration, construction and interior design. Along with serving as the past president of the Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects and the Chicago/American Institute of Architects Foundation, Frank has also authored The Architects Guide to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other notable publications.

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Architecturally-minded.
Environmentally friendly.

For over 40 years, we’ve served the Chicago metro area and suburbs, specializing in preserving and enhancing historic buildings using innovative modern materials and methods to design contemporary, energy-efficient homes and spaces.

Energy Efficient Tech

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Contemporary Materials

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Modern Innovation

Our Services

Updating residential and commercial properties


Architectural plans and drawings


Engineering


Permitting


Budgeting


Project management


Interior design


From start to finish, we act as the point of contact between building owners, facility managers, users, engineers, designers, contractors and building officials ensuring seamless collaboration at every step until the project is finished successfully.