Architect
Led Builds
by Doug Reynolds
& Experienced Team.
A refined design is the path to superior construction and significant outcomes.
Doug’s ability to deeply understand the place and the people is the wisdom that comes from more than three decades of experience. It's rooted in a practice of creating lines of sight that shape how the home feels from every view.
An Architect led build enables flow beyond the floor plan into reality, through masterful cohesion and distinguished quality.
01 .
Seeking to Understand Your Vision
We establish a relationship with you and the place, and nurture that through the whole process.
02 .
Leading with Wisdom & Experience
We help you weigh competing priorities and make confident decisions, with honest guidance at each step.
Creating Unique & Enduring Results
We masterfully blend innovation and tradition, without losing the integrity of great architectural principles.
03 .
Turning Vision
Into Reality
What
Inspires Us
Our values are living principles that guide us in every decision, every line drawn, every space built.
Our Values
Architectural
Authenticity
Each project is a living story.
Every design starts with the people who’ll live in it, not a template we repeat.
Timeless
Elegance
We design for today with tomorrow in mind.
Each work we create is built to endure. Our aesthetic transcends current trends, becoming legacy.
Precision
that Inspires
Artistic sensitivity meets technical rigor.
Every detail serves a purpose, every plan holds intention. Nothing in the plan is there by accident.
Enduring
Quality
Building well isn't enough, we build to last.
We choose materials and methods that ensure beauty and hold up to weather, use, and time.
Seamless
Flow
Every transition should feel natural.
We seek cohesion in every element, crafting spaces that move together with harmony and function.
Genuine
Trust
Architecture is also a human relationship.
We listen deeply, guide with clarity, and fulfill with integrity. We tell you the truth about cost, timeline, and what’s possible, early and throughout
Our
Team
We create the future with a classic soul
Doug Reynolds
Founder & President, Reynolds Architecture & Mint Home.
Doug Reynolds is the Founder and President of Reynolds Architecture and Mint Home. Since establishing Reynolds Architecture in 1995, he has led the design and construction of over 200 distinctive custom homes across the North Shore, Barrington, Chicago, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Colorado, combining timeless design with exceptional craftsmanship.
A licensed architect, Doug earned his Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1988. As part of his studies, he was accepted into the prestigious École Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Versailles, where he developed a lasting appreciation for urban planning and fine European architecture.
Outside the office, Doug enjoys spending time with his family and new grandson. He has contributed his expertise to multiple local village commissions and stays active with paddle and pickleball.
Martin Wierusz
Project Design Manager, Reynolds Architecture.
Martin is the Project Design Manager at Reynolds Architecture and has been an integral part of the firm for over 28 years. An experienced architectural designer, he plays a key role in transforming initial concepts into built reality, from early sketches and CAD drawings to job site coordination and innovative problem solving. Martin brings both creativity and precision to every phase of the design process, helping to shape homes that are as functional as they are beautiful.
Outside of work, Martin enjoys traveling, golfing, and spending time with his family. He takes pride in his Polish heritage and brings a thoughtful, global perspective to both his work and life.
Margaret Reynolds
Project Accounting Specialist, Reynolds Architecture.
Maggie Reynolds is the Project Accounting Specialist for Reynolds Architecture, where she manages the financials that support each project’s success. As a member of the team since its inception, Maggie brings wisdom, experience, and a calm, steady presence that helps keep projects grounded and moving forward. She also finds great joy in supporting local foundations and giving back to the community.
Outside of work, Maggie embraces her role as a proud grandma. She treasures time with her close-knit family and stays active with any sport that involves a racket, paddle, or golf club.
Will Reynolds
Project Manager, Mint Home Solutions.
Will Reynolds is the Project Manager at Mint Home Solutions, where he leads the company’s tailored home maintenance program.
With a hands-on approach, Will ensures that every home is operating smoothly, looking its best, and receiving the personalized care it deserves.
Whether he’s coordinating with tradespeople or building strong relationships with homeowners, Will brings reliability and energy to every project.
Outside of work, he enjoys time with his family, raising his young child, perfecting his pickleball game, and diving deep into history podcasts.
Andrea Miller
Project Manager, Reynolds Architecture.
Andrea is a Project Manager at Reynolds Architecture and an integral part of the firm’s architect-led design-build process. She serves as the key point of communication and coordination between the architectural team and the clients, designers, and subcontractors, ensuring each project runs smoothly and stays on track. With over a decade of experience in real estate, Andrea brings a well-rounded perspective to both the design process and the final product.
Outside of work, Andrea enjoys running, playing tennis, going to live music, and dining out with friends. She also loves spending time outdoors in every season. Her greatest adventure yet is raising three busy boys.
Rene Redfern
Operations Lead, Reynolds Architecture & Mint Home.
Rene leads operations for both Reynolds Architecture and Mint Home, overseeing business systems, financial management, and project coordination. With a strategic mindset and a strong grasp of the big picture, she builds systems that empower the entire team, from architects to project managers and clients. Her leadership bridges design intent with day-to-day execution, ensuring each project runs smoothly while fostering strong relationships along the way.
Outside of work, Rene enjoys time with family and friends and is currently exploring classic suburban mom hobbies like mahjong and pickleball. She also loves great music, funny stories, and anything that brings people together with laughter.
Each space we create is a unique testimony, designed to endure as an authentic reflection of those who inhabit it.
Our
Process
Our refined process is your extraordinary experience
We specialize in designing and building architecturally significant, custom homes that blend classic, historically inspired aesthetics with modern technologies and energy-efficient methods.
Preserving design. Honoring intention.
Our home maintenance service goes beyond the build, with the same level of care and intention.
If You Are Looking For An
Experience of Design & Building
Beyond The Ordinary
Design & Build
