DESIGNfirst Builders is a Design/Build Firm founded in 2006, with a staff of three people managing all design, development and construction for projects throughout Chicagoland. Today, our staff has tripled with Architects, Designers, Managers, Contractors and more and offers over 100 years combined experience and our reputation has grown as we are widely recognized for our unique approach to the design/build process in Chicago and beyond.