Boomgaarden Architects specializes in renovations and additions to existing homes, providing permits and construction administration services during your project, as well as historic preservation, custom residential and interior design. 

The firm consists of Chad Boomgaarden (Principal) and Irv Kaage (Senior Associate).

Most of the firms work has been in the Chicago metropolitan area and Villages along the North Shore of Chicago. Their work has been profiled in publications such as The Chicago Tribune, Renovation Style, Chicago Home + Garden, Better Homes and Gardens,  Houzz Editorial Ideabook, Cooks’ Tour Winnetka, Better and Chicago Home Improvement.

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Chad Boomgaarden AIA – Principal
Bachelor of Architecture, University of Kansas
American Institute of Architects member
NCARB Certified with transferable license to 46 states
Registered Energy Professional

Volunteering Groups
Eagle Scout – Silver Palm – Vigil Honor
Former Cub Scouts – Tiger and Wolf Den Leader
Former Chairman – Buildings and Grounds – First Presbyterian Church of Wilmette
Coach – Youth Soccer, Basketball, Baseball
Avid Softball, Basketball and Volleyball player
Former Historical Preservation Awards Judge – Winnetka & Highland Park
Former University of Kansas Senator for the School of Architecture and Urban Design
Former Vice President AIAS, School of Architecture and Urban Design
Former Fundraising Chairman AIAS, School of Architecture and Urban Design
Former Strategic Planning Committee, School of Architecture and Urban Design
Former Student Council, School of Architecture and Urban Design