Glencoe Kitchen Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled kitchens for Glencoe homeowners since 2015. Gregory and Patryk are a father-son team with more than 40 years between them, and one of them is on your job personally.
A Glencoe kitchen usually takes 8–12 weeks, and Greg or Patryk is here for those weeks — not a project manager passing your questions along. We pull the Glencoe permits, bring in the trades we've worked with for years in the right order, and price every line of it before demo day.
- Free in-home estimate from an owner, not a salesperson
- Itemized scope — labor, materials, demolition and disposal, line by line
- Building, plumbing and electrical permits pulled with Glencoe
- Workmanship warranty on every kitchen — our commitment never expires
"Typically 8–12 weeks on site, with an owner there daily."
Permits in Glencoe: Glencoe's Development Services Department runs permitting, and since January 2025 building plan reviews and inspections have been handled by SAFEbuilt, with new applications filed through the Village's online Citizen Self Service (CSS) portal.
Kitchen remodeling we've completed near Glencoe, IL
Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Glencoe kitchen remodels
Chicago Botanic Garden, Writers Theatre, Ravine Bluffs Frank Lloyd Wright homes, Glencoe Beach, Green Bay Trail, Glencoe Golf Club, Central School, Glencoe Metra station (UP-N), New Trier High School
Neighborhoods we work in
- Ravine Bluffs
- Hubbard Woods
- Shoreacres
- Linden Park
- The Moorings
- Skokie Ridge
- Old Village
- South Glencoe
Kitchen remodeling in Glencoe, IL
Kitchen remodeling in Glencoe frequently encounters homes from the early 20th century through the mid-century modern era, each presenting unique opportunities for transformation. Many of Glencoe’s classic homes feature more compartmentalized layouts, often with smaller, galley-style kitchens separate from dining areas, built with enduring but sometimes challenging materials like plaster and lath. A typical Glencoe kitchen remodel often involves opening these spaces, integrating them more fluidly with adjacent rooms to create contemporary open-concept living. We frequently address original floor plans that placed kitchens as purely utilitarian spaces, updating them to become the central, inviting hubs modern families desire. This often means reconfiguring traffic flow, expanding sightlines, and integrating new functionality within the existing, often robust, structural framework. Our work ranges from refreshing untouched 1950s kitchens to thoughtfully reimagining more formal 1920s spaces for contemporary use.
What Glencoe homeowners ask for
Glencoe homeowners often request expansive kitchen islands that double as gathering spaces, a significant departure from older kitchen layouts. Demand is high for high-end, professional-grade appliances that reflect a sophisticated culinary interest, integrated seamlessly into custom cabinetry. We frequently receive requests for smart storage solutions and dedicated pantry spaces, particularly in homes where original kitchens offered limited built-in storage. Another common request is for enhanced natural light and views, often achieved by strategically enlarging or adding windows overlooking Glencoe's scenic properties.
About Glencoe
Glencoe layers its housing along ravines and wooded bluffs above Lake Michigan, with streets dating to the village's 1869 incorporation and homes by Howard Van Doren Shaw, Robert Seyfarth, Keck & Keck — and Frank Lloyd Wright. Remodeling that stock is careful work, often involving modernizing within plaster interiors, finishing basements, and stepping additions around ravine setbacks and mature trees.
Glencoe's architectural tapestry reflects its rich history, from grand turn-of-the-century estates to mid-century modern gems. Frank Lloyd Wright's 1915 Ravine Bluffs development still holds six of his houses plus the Sylvan Road bridge he designed (rebuilt to his plans in 1984). Early homes were often built with plaster and lath interiors. The distinct topography of Glencoe, with its ravines and bluffs, presents unique challenges and opportunities for additions. We understand the specific considerations for homes along the Green Bay Trail, where lot sizes and orientations can vary, as well as the unique character of properties near Glencoe Beach or overlooking the Glencoe Golf Club. Even in areas like the vicinity of Central School, where a mix of housing styles exists, the emphasis is on quality and thoughtful design. The convenience of the Glencoe Metra station (UP-N) makes the village a desirable location. District 35 schools feed New Trier.
The early 20th-century homes, often built with plaster and lath interiors, mean kitchen remodels frequently involve careful demolition and re-framing when opening up original footprints or altering walls between kitchen and dining areas. Whole-home remodels often entail updating electrical and plumbing systems, ensuring gas and electrical service meet contemporary standards for new appliances and layouts. The distinct topography with ravines and bluffs can influence venting solutions and the placement of additions that might expand kitchen space. Furthermore, the Village's address-lookup map showing lead or galvanized water service indicates that water supply line upgrades are a common and beneficial inclusion in major kitchen renovations.
Kitchen remodeling in Glencoe necessitates permits for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work, particularly when reconfiguring layouts, relocating fixtures, or upgrading service. Any changes involving gas lines or structural modifications, such as removing a load-bearing wall to open a kitchen, also trigger specific permit reviews and inspections. GS Construction & Remodeling expertly handles all Glencoe permit applications and coordinates necessary inspections through the Village's Citizen Self Service (CSS) portal and SAFEbuilt.
How your Glencoe project runs
ProcessThe same six stages on every job — free in-home estimate through warranty.
Free in-home estimate
Greg or Patryk — the owners, not a salesperson — walk your space, take real measurements, and give you honest feedback on what your budget buys.
Itemized scope & contract
Labor, materials, demolition and disposal priced line by line, not one mystery number. Payment terms and warranty are in the written contract.
Design & selections
Bring your own designer, use our architects and designers, or choose everything yourself. Selections are scheduled ahead so lead times never stall the site.
Permits & scheduling
We pull and manage building, plumbing and electrical permits with your village — typically 1–2 weeks — and hand you a written schedule before demo day.
The build, owner-supervised
Long-standing trade partners working in sequence under daily owner supervision. Your client portal shows the schedule, change orders and current balance.
Walkthrough & warranty
We walk the finished job together, close out every punch-list item, hand over manufacturer paperwork, and your written workmanship warranty starts. Our commitment never expires.
Testimonials
Your Neighbours in Glencoe Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
We cannot say enough good things about GS Construction and about Greg and Patryk. We hired them on a strong recommendation from a friend and are very pleased with the results. Our project included remodeling a kitchen and master bathroom and adding wood floors to several rooms in our condo. We had definite ideas of what we wanted since we have done many remodeling projects in several previous homes, but both Patryk and Greg added great value with suggestions and ideas of their own based on their experience and talent. Their follow through was excellent and we feel confident that if anything needs attention, they will be there to make it right. P.S. They did a great clean up at the end of the project......i
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Our Work
Kitchen Projects in Glencoe
Browse our kitchen remodeling projects completed near Glencoe. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every kitchen project.
What homeowners near Glencoe say
“We have used GS for two bathroom projects-the first a small update; the second a complete remodel. We were thrilled with both. Everything was as promised; the timeline, price, and what it would look like. We were able to buy our own tile an...”
“We cannot say enough good things about GS Construction and about Greg and Patryk. We hired them on a strong recommendation from a friend and are very pleased with the results. Our project included remodeling a kitchen and master bathroom an...”
“My designer and I chose GS Construction for the rehab of my kitchen and other small projects in my newly purchased condo. They were recomended by a client of the designer, Mark Zancanaro Design, who raved about their professionalism and com...”
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Completed projects around Glencoe
GS Construction crews have completed 104 projects within 10 miles of Glencoe — part of 454 completed projects across 71 Chicago-area ZIP codes. The map below shows real project density from our records, not a service-area claim.
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Let's Build Beautiful Spaces Together
GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company, and kitchen remodeling in Glencoe is work Greg and Patryk run themselves. Expect clear communication, quality craftsmanship, and a straightforward plan—reach out today to schedule a free in-home consultation and get a detailed estimate and honest feedback.
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Glencoe and surrounding Chicagoland areas