OUR TEAM

Meet the People Behind Crimson

A great home renovation or custom home takes more than a good plan. It takes experienced people who know how to design it, build it, solve problems as they come up, and stay focused on the details that matter.

Crimson Design & Construction brings architects, designers, builders, and project professionals together under one team. That means the people shaping your project are connected to the people responsible for bringing it to life.

Since 2000, we have worked with homeowners throughout Chicago, Naperville, the North Shore, and the surrounding Chicagoland communities.

Since 2000, Crimson Design & Construction has helped homeowners throughout Chicago, Naperville, the North Shore, and Chicagoland create homes that work better for the way they live. Founded by Glenn with the goal of bringing architecture and contracting together, Crimson has grown into a team of architects, designers, and builders working together under one roof.

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LEADERSHIP

Experience Starts With the People Leading the Work

Crimson was founded by Glenn with a straightforward idea: homeowners should not have to manage the disconnect between an architect and a contractor.

That idea still shapes how the company works today.

Glenn and the Crimson team bring architecture, design, and construction together so decisions can be made with the entrie pre-project in mind. The result is a more connected experience for the homeowner and a better working relationship between the people designing and building the home.

Glenn

FOUNDER

Glenn founded Crimson Design & Construction in 2000 after seeing an opportunity to bring architectural thinking and construction experience together under one company. His approach has always centered on thoughtful design, quality construction, and giving homeowners a team they can rely on throughout the project.

Today, that same philosophy continues to guide Crimson's work on custom homes, full-home renovations, additions, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and exterior renovations throughout Chicagoland.

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OUR TEAM

People

Who Build

What Matters.

Different expertise. Same commitment. A more considered way to build.

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LEADERSHIP

FOUNDER

Glenn

VISION. EXPERIENCE. A HIGHER STANDARD.

Glenn founded Crimson in 2000 with the goal of bringing architecture and construction together. He saw a gap between the design of a home and the work required to build it, and believed a more connected approach could lead to better homes and a better experience for homeowners.

With a background in architecture and construction, Glenn has spent his career working on custom homes, major renovations, additions, and complex residential projects throughout the Chicagoland area.

Glenn

GLENN / FOUNDER, CRIMSON

IDEAS PLANS PEOPLE PROGRESS

CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT

Chuck Trefz

BUILT ON EXPERIENCE. DRIVEN BY CARE.

With an honors degree in civil engineering from the University of Illinois and an MBA from DePaul, Chuck brings extensive experience in commercial and residential construction. A Crimson veteran, he is committed to quality and enjoys hiking, biking, and raising awareness for multiple sclerosis.

QUALITY PEOPLE COMMUNITY IMPACT

CREATIVE ORGANIZED PASSIONATE PEOPLE FIRST

DESIGNER / DRAFTER

Heidi Monteith

THOUGHTFUL DESIGN. MEANINGFUL SPACES.

Designing homes since 1982 and a Crimson team member since 2020, Heidi excels in personalized design solutions. With specialized certificates and competition accolades, she enhances client visions while addressing design challenges.

Passionate about creative arts, she values reading, traveling, and live theatre with her husband.

PROJECT MANAGER

Alexander Gallegos

PEOPLE. PROCESS. PROGRESS.

Joining Crimson in 2022, Alex brings 25 years of experience in project management, combining customer vision with construction integrity. With a background in Japanese joinery, he values transparency and professionalism.

Outside work, he enjoys golf and Harley rides, envisioning adventures in Colorado.

INTEGRITY CLARITY RELATIONSHIPS WHAT’S NEXT

“The right team makes all the difference.”

— CRIMSON DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

SPACES BUILT BY PEOPLE WHO CARE

THE CRIMSON PROCESS

FROM FIRST CONVERSATION
TO FINAL DETAIL.

A major home project should not feel like a series of handoffs, guesses, and surprises. Crimson brings architecture, interior design, documentation, permitting, and construction together under one team, giving you a clear path from the first conversation to the finished home.

01 DISCOVER

We start by looking at what is actually there and understanding what you want the home to become. We visit the property, study the existing conditions, talk through how you live, and discuss the scope, budget, timing, and requirements that will shape the project.

02 DESIGN

Your project takes shape through architecture, interior design, 3D modeling, and detailed planning. We develop the design around how you want the home to function while keeping construction, budget, and local requirements in the conversation.

03 RESOLVE

Before we move into construction, we work through the details that can create uncertainty later. Selections are made, construction documents are completed, engineering and permitting are coordinated, and the project is priced around the decisions you have actually made.

04 BUILD

Once construction begins, our design and construction teams remain connected. We coordinate the work, manage the schedule, communicate progress, and keep you informed about what is happening and what comes next. When the work is complete, we walk the project with you, address the final details, complete closeout, and make sure you have what you need moving forward.

THE CRIMSON PROCESS

FROM FIRST CONVERSATION
TO FINAL DETAIL.

01

DISCOVER

02 DESIGN

03 RESOLVE

04 BUILD

A SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE. AN EXTRAORDINARY RESULT.

A SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE.

AN EXTRAORDINARY RESULT.

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ONE CONNECTED TEAM

How Our Team Works Together

One of the biggest advantages of working with Crimson is that the project does not get handed from one company to another as it moves forward.

Architecture informs the design. Design considers construction.

Construction brings questions back to the team. Decisions are made with the finished home in mind.

That connection matters.

Architecture and

Construction Stay Connected

A design may look great on paper, but it also needs to work in the real world.

Having construction expertise involved means practical considerations can be addressed during the design process rather than after decisions have already been made.

A design may look great on paper, but it also needs to work in the real world.

Having construction expertise involved means practical considerations can be addressed during the design process rather than after decisions have already been made.

Interior Design Is Part of the Bigger Picture

Cabinetry, lighting, flooring, tile, plumbing fixtures, hardware, and other finishes affect the architecture and function of a space. Coordinating these decisions early creates a more cohesive result.

Communication Happens

Within the Team

Homeowners should not have to repeat the same information to several different companies. Keeping the project connected helps the team understand the decisions that have already been made and what still needs attention.

Everyone Is Working Toward the Same Finished Home

The goal is not simply to complete individual pieces of a project. The goal is to create a finished home where the architecture, interiors, materials, and construction all make sense together.

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A more connected process.

A better result.

TESTIMONIALS

Thoughtful Design.
Beautiful Results. Happy Clients.

Every project is approached with care, integrity, and a genuine desire to create a home that feels beautiful, functional, and deeply personal.

Ira Weiss

"Glenn and the Crimson team did a complete remodel of the top floor of our home, including a complete reconfiguration of the bathroom. They are pure professionals. They know all the ins and outs of everything. For us, Glenn did the architectural work, and him and the team did all the construction work. Our house turned out amazing, and we would highly recommend him. If we ever need to do significant work on the home again, we will use him and the team at Crimson."

AMY CHARLSON

"We worked with Crimson Design & Construction to completely renovate our 1980s kitchen, and we're thrilled with the results on every level. Glenn, Heidi, Alex, and the rest of their team were a joy to work with. They’re an impressive collective of outstanding experts who are to a person talented, dedicated, responsive, and patient. Everyone at Crimson cared deeply about realizing our vision—they listened closely to our desire for improved function, better use of space, and a particular style, and they met the challenge. We're excited to work with Crimson on our mud room next!"

AMY CHARLSON

Alicia M

"Glenn and the team of professionals at Crimson Design did an impeccable job creating our state of the art video and photography studio. From the technical needs - like a 20' backdrop - to the client facing details - like the climate controlled, glass-walled conference room, Crimson had the expertise to get the job done and done well. Every person on his crew was conscientious and experienced, assuring no detail was overlooked. It was a relief to work with a contractor I could trust and talk freely with throughout the entire process. They even stayed within budget! I will absolutely be calling Glenn for my next project."

Wendy Braverman

"After years of contemplating a first-floor remodel of our split-level mid-century modern home, we chose Crimson Design & Construction to bring our vision to life—and they delivered beyond expectations. From the beginning, we were impressed by Glenn’s architectural background and his ability to truly listen. He helped us reimagine our space, showing how removing walls and expanding the kitchen would enhance not just the kitchen itself, but also our living, dining, entryway, and outdoor areas. The remodel was extensive: structural wall removal, load-bearing beam installation, sliding doors and windows, hardwood floor refinishing, door replacements, electrical upgrades (including burying overhead lines), a complete kitchen renovation, and replacing our old deck with a maintenance-free composite one—all while we remained in the home. Glenn, along with designer Heidi, project manager Alex, and the entire construction team, delivered outstanding results while maintaining the integrity and style of our home. The craftsmanship, attention to detail, and overall quality exceeded our expectations. The team was professional, courteous, clean, and deeply committed to their work. Though the project took a bit longer than expected, it stayed on budget—and the results speak for themselves. We love our new kitchen, deck, and expanded living space - what a transformation! We highly recommend Crimson Design & Construction."