Selected Work · Chicago, IL

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A growing record of stretch fabric, acoustical treatment, finish carpentry, and custom built-in work — completed across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

Stretch Fabric Feature Wall — Lincoln Park, Chicago, by Elaborate Carpentry

Stretch Fabric Feature Wall

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Stretch Fabric Systems

ChallengeCreate a quiet, sculptural focal wall in a double-height living space without breaking the architectural calm.

SolutionCustom stretch fabric wall on a precision track with acoustic backing, integrated cove lighting, and walnut returns.

Commercial Office Acoustic Treatment — West Loop, Chicago, by Elaborate Carpentry

Commercial Office Acoustic Treatment

West Loop, Chicago

Acoustical Treatment

ChallengeReduce reverberation in an open floor plate without making the space feel corporate.

SolutionCustom fabric-wrapped panels in a layered geometry, paired with stretch fabric ceiling clouds and walnut detailing.

Custom Built-In Media Wall — Gold Coast, Chicago, by Elaborate Carpentry

Custom Built-In Media Wall

Gold Coast, Chicago

Custom Built-Ins

ChallengeIntegrate media, storage, and display into a refined living space without visual clutter.

SolutionFull-height walnut media wall with concealed storage, integrated lighting, and seamless flush doors.

Luxury Residence Finish Carpentry — Hinsdale, IL, by Elaborate Carpentry

Luxury Residence Finish Carpentry

Hinsdale, IL

Finish Carpentry

ChallengeDeliver crisp trim, paneled walls, and refined detailing across an entire residence.

SolutionCoordinated crown molding, casing, wainscoting, and door details executed at tight tolerances room by room.

Fabric-Wrapped Acoustic Panels, Hospitality — River North, Chicago, by Elaborate Carpentry

Fabric-Wrapped Acoustic Panels, Hospitality

River North, Chicago

Acoustic Wall Panels

ChallengeSoften an acoustically reflective hospitality dining space while reinforcing the brand's warm material palette.

SolutionCustom oatmeal-linen wrapped panels arranged in a banded composition, coordinated with walnut banquettes.

Architectural Millwork & Trim — Evanston, IL, by Elaborate Carpentry

Architectural Millwork & Trim

Evanston, IL

Custom Carpentry

ChallengeBring warmth and architectural rhythm to a lobby and amenity floor.

SolutionCustom walnut slat walls, recessed trim, and integrated bench detailing built and installed in coordination with the design team.

Stretch Fabric Ceiling, Home Theater — Lakeview, Chicago, by Elaborate Carpentry

Stretch Fabric Ceiling, Home Theater

Lakeview, Chicago

Stretch Fabric Systems

ChallengeHide infrastructure and tame reflections in a dedicated home cinema.

SolutionAcoustically backed stretch fabric ceiling with integrated lighting and coordinated wall finishes.

Restaurant Acoustic Banquette Wall — Wicker Park, Chicago, by Elaborate Carpentry

Restaurant Acoustic Banquette Wall

Wicker Park, Chicago

Acoustical Treatment

ChallengeBring a noisy dining room into comfortable conversation range without changing the design intent.

SolutionFabric-wrapped acoustic banquette wall coordinated with walnut casework and brass detailing.

Chicago, Illinois

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