Since opening in 1964, Legat Architects has been a nationally recognized architectural and interior design practice specializing in Higher Education, Healthcare, PreK-12 Education, Hospitality, Commercial, and Governmental facility design.
Our team provides clients and users the highest level of attention and services through extensive resources under multiple studios.
DESIGN
Our integrated design approach incorporates a variety of interests, ideas and goals from stakeholders, community members and designers to develop a responsive solution that reflects the client’s economic reality, vision and purpose.
SUSTAINABILITY
Legat Architects’ sustainability experts have helped our clients emerge as sustainable leaders within their communities. Projects range from LEED certified facilities to sustainable campus planning. In each case, clients reduce costs by saving energy.
PERFORMANCE
Buildings carry a powerful message to their occupants and communities. Our designs focus on creating environments that enhance and enrich the occupant’s experience and improve long-term efficiency and economic performance.
SERVICES PROVIDED IN-HOUSE
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
CLIENT SURVEYS
FUNDRAISING ASSISTANCE
MEDIA PRESENTATIONS
GRAPHIC DESIGN/BROCHURES
PUBLIC RELATIONS
ARCHITECTURE
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
RENOVATION/REMODELING
LIFE SAFETY SURVEYS
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
CONSULTANT COORDINATION
POST OCCUPANCY SERVICES
PROGRAMMING
CODE COMPLIANCE
ADA COMPLIANCE
REPOSITIONING
SUSTAINABILITY & ENERGY
LABORATORY DESIGN
LAB DESIGN STANDARDS
LABORATORY PLANNING
TEACHING LAB DESIGN
RESEARCH LAB DESIGN
SUSTAINABLE LAB DESIGN
NET ZERO DESIGN
SUSTAINABLE CAMPUS MASTER PLANS
CLIMATE ACTION PLANS
FACILITY SUSTAINABILITY AND ENERGY ASSESSMENT
HIGH PERFORMANCE BUILDING DESIGN
LEED CERTIFICATION
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
RENEWABLE ENERGY INTEGRATION
FACILITY ASSESSMENT STUDIES
GRANT WRITING AND RESEARCH
GREEN REVOLVING FUND IMPLEMENTATION
WELL BUILDING STANDARDS
MASTER PLANNING
FACILITY NEEDS STUDIES
SITE SELECTION/ANALYSIS
FEASIBILITY STUDIES
CAMPUS PLANNING
SPACE UTILIZATION STUDIES
PLANNED COMMUNITIE
URBAN PLANNING
MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENTS
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
COST ESTIMATING SCHEDULING
LIFE CYCLE COSTING
VALUE ENGINEERING
PROJECT DELIVERY STRATEGY
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
GRAPHIC DESIGN & SIGNAGE
INTERIOR DESIGN
SPACE PLANNING
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
BUILDING ENVELOPE ANALYSIS AND ASSESSMENT
MOISTURE INTRUSION INVESTIGATION
ENERGY ANALYSIS
CODE COMPLIANCE
REMEDIAL DESIGN
BIDDING
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTIONS/OBSERVATIONS
ROOF ASSET MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
GRAPHIC DESIGN
SIGNAGE
WAYFINDING
WALL GRAPHICS
IDENTITY DESIGN
DIGITAL SOLUTIONS
BROCHURES
CONFERENCE GRAPHICS
FURNITURE, FINISHES AND EQUIPMENT SELECTION
SPECIFICATIONS
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
MOVE COORDINATION
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
POST OCCUPANCY SERVICES
INTERIOR STANDARDS
BUILDING ENVELOPE SERVICES
Legat Architects is a trusted advisor in every sense.
We start by listening and being present to fully understand our clients’ perspectives and the challenges ahead in any new opportunity—before offering our thoughts. Our diverse, experienced, and energetic team always brings a high level of professionalism and expertise to each opportunity.
Our team is energized by new projects, no matter how complex. We apply the art of interaction— with both clients and communities—to craft designs that improve performance and impact lives. Whether we create a new regional icon or revive a 100-year-old building, we accept each opportunity wholeheartedly. And whether the client representative is a single person or an entire community, we jump at the chance to collaborate and develop solutions.
5 61
YEARS OF DESIGN EXCELLENCE
6
STAFF SIZE
76
LEED ACCREDITED PROFESSIONALS
28
WELL ACCREDITED PROFESSIONALS
CHICAGO, IL GURNEE, IL
MOLINE, IL
OAK BROOK, IL
COLUMBUS, OH
EMPLOYEE OWNED
IOWA CITY, IA
SUSTAINABILITY & ENERGY
Our practice integrates sustainability, renewable energy, and deep energy efficiency into holistic, high-performance building design.
SUSTAINABILITY
& ENERGY
RESILIENCE & ADAPTATION
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Sustainable principles guide every aspect of our practice. From enhancing energy efficiency to incorporating durable, long-lasting materials and systems that focus on user well-being and comfort, our designs are aimed at creating economic, social, and environmental success.
We are captivated by the idea of a healthy and thriving future for all, and we are willing to work to make that future happen.
Legat Architects seeks design opportunities to engage and advance communities, enhance the environment, and empower people to perform at their highest level.
The hospitality practice creates spaces to achieve the client’s goals and create the best guest experience possible.
Collaboration with every team member is essential in gathering ideas that lead to solutions.
Each project, even those with challenging budgets, can make positive impacts on guests and staff alike.
HOSPITALITY AWARDS
FINALIST: BEST LOBBY FOCUSED SERVICE
― BDNY GOLD KEY 2020
HYATT PLACE CHICAGO/WICKER PARK
FINALIST: BEST LOBBY FOCUSED SERVICE
― BDNY GOLD KEY 2019
HYATT PLACE/HYATT HOUSE EAST MOLINE, IL
FINALIST: SELECT SERVICE PUBLIC SPACE
― HOSPITALITY DESIGN AWARDS 2019
ELEMENT MOLINE, MOLINE, IL
WINNER: BEST HOTEL FOCUSED SERVICE
FINALIST: BEST GUESTROOM FOCUSED SERVICE
― BDNY GOLD KEY AWARDS 2018
ELEMENT MOLINE, MOLINE, IL
FINALIST: ECO OR SOCIALLY CONSCIOUS HOTEL
― BDNY GOLD KEY AWARDS 2014
HYATT PLACE CHICAGO-SOUTH/ UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, CHICAGO, IL
BUILDING TEAM AWARD
― BUILDING DESIGN + CONSTRUCTION
HYATT PLACE CHICAGO-SOUTH/ UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, CHICAGO, IL
*All Projects listed completed with Sheedy DeLaRosa Interiors*
