What we deliver
Historic renovation is technically demanding work that most contractors will not take on — and shouldn't. Ascendesign has direct experience renovating historically significant commercial and residential buildings: banks, mansions, and pre-war construction where the original fabric is irreplaceable and the tolerance for compromise is zero. We reconcile 19th-century construction with 21st-century mechanical, electrical, life-safety, and code requirements — without destroying what makes the building worth saving.
Scope includes
- Pre-war and landmark building renovation
- Original material preservation and restoration
- Modern MEP integration without visible intrusion
- Life-safety and code compliance in existing fabric
- Structural assessment and selective reinforcement
- Period-appropriate finishes and detailing
- SHPO and landmark commission coordination
- Documentation and as-built records
Related services
Selective Demolition
Careful, coordinated demolition that protects what stays. Material salvage and responsible disposal included.
Learn moreMasonry & Concrete
Block, brick, stone, and concrete work for foundations, facades, planters, and hardscape — built to last.
Learn moreDrywall & Framing
Metal stud framing, drywall, taping, and finish work — coordinated and delivered to commercial standards.
Learn morePlanning 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.
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Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana
Website
ascendesign.ai
Response Time
We respond within 24 hours. Most inquiries get a same-day reply.