Build with a team
that respects the trade.
Ascendesign partners with skilled subcontractors and vendors across construction, technology, and specialty trades in Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. We've been in the field — we build relationships with that in mind.
We've been the sub. We build accordingly.
Ascendesign was founded by someone who started as a subcontractor. We know what a well-run job looks like from the field up — and we run our projects that way.
Consistent Work
We run multiple active projects across commercial and residential — steady, repeat opportunities for partners who perform.
Clear Scope
You get detailed scope documents, coordinated drawings, and a well-run site — not a job where the subs are also figuring it out.
Fair Pay
We pay on time and hold our own clients to payment schedules that keep the entire project moving.
Respected Trade
We've been the subcontractor. We know what it takes to do the work right, and we build relationships with that in mind.
Every trade that upgrades a space.
We work across a wide range of trades on commercial and residential projects. If your specialty helps build better environments, we want to hear from you.
Construction
- Drywall & Framing
- Selective Demolition
- Painting & Finishes
- Millwork & Carpentry
- Flooring
- Concrete & Masonry
Mechanical & Electrical
- Electrical (Commercial & Residential)
- Plumbing
- HVAC & Mechanical
- Fire Suppression
- Generator & UPS
Technology & Low Voltage
- Structured Cabling (Cat6A, Fiber)
- Building Automation (Loxone, KNX)
- Audio / Visual
- Access Control & Security
- Fire Alarm & Life Safety
- Lighting Control
Specialty
- Glazing & Storefront
- Roofing
- Signage & Branding
- Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment
- Equipment Vendors & Suppliers
One standard. Every project.
We hold ourselves to a high standard — our partners do too. Here's what matters to us when building the team around a project.
Licensed & Insured
All partners must carry appropriate licensing and insurance for their trade and jurisdiction. We verify before the first project.
On-Schedule Execution
We run tight schedules. Partners are expected to show up when committed and communicate proactively if anything changes.
Clean Documentation
Submittals, as-builts, closeout docs, and invoices delivered on time. We hold our partners to the same standard we hold ourselves.
Quality That Holds
We build environments people use every day. The work has to be right — not just done. Partners who care about craft fit here.
Clear Communication
Problems get raised early, not buried. We work with partners who communicate directly and keep the team informed.
Long-Term Relationships
We don't chase the lowest bid every job. When we find partners who perform, we work with them again and again.
Have questions? Reach out directly.
For trade partnership inquiries, questions about upcoming projects, or anything else — reach out to Michael directly.
Michael Lale
Vice President, Operations
Whether you're an established contractor looking to add a reliable GC to your pipeline, or a new trade partner wanting to learn more about how we work — Michael is the right person to talk to.
[email protected]
Response time: We typically respond within one business day. For urgent project inquiries, mention it in the subject line.
Ready to work together?
Tell us about your company, your trade, and the markets you serve. If it looks like a good fit, we'll set up a conversation.
Planning a Commercial Project?
Let's review your drawings before bidding.
Whether you're an architect, interior designer, developer, or general contractor — we can coordinate your low-voltage scope from the earliest design phase and deliver a complete technology package.
Email your plan set to [email protected] or attach them to the form below — we'll review and follow up within 24 hours.
Not ready for a consultation? Start with the checklist.
Get our Technology Coordination Checklist — the questions we ask before a single wall goes up.
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Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana
Website
ascendesign.ai
Response Time
We respond within 24 hours. Most inquiries get a same-day reply.