ILA – 2022 New Library Buildings Showcase

Illinois Library Association (ILA) selected 12 libraries to showcase the ways in which facilities have utilized adaptive and creative design approaches for renovations and new construction across the state. Click below to learn more about the Williams Architects projects featured on this year’s list: Read the full article HERE! Charles B. Phillips Public Library District (Newark, IL) Forest Park Public Library (Forest Park, IL)

Williams Architects Announced Among AIA Illinois Emerging Professional Friendly Firms

We’re honored to have been selected as one of six firms by AIA Illinois as an Emerging Professional Friendly Firm! Williams Architects promotes a culture of collaboration, creativity, inspiration, mentoring, and shared knowledge to provide our Team a space to grow professionally while serving our communities with thoughtful, responsive design and service.

IAPD / IPRA Outstanding Park & Facility Award for Harrer Park Pool

Congratulations to Morton Grove Park District and their Harrer Park Pool for being recognized as an Outstanding Park & Facility Award winner at this year’s IAPD / IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference! The Outstanding Park & Facility Award honors public agencies for outstanding and unique achievements in the design and development of new or renovated parks or recreation facilities. Click HERE to learn more about this award-winning facility!

IAPD / IPRA Outstanding Park & Facility Award for Fox Run Golf Links

Congratulations to Elk Grove Park District for being recognized as an Outstanding Park & Facility Award winner at this year’s IAPD / IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference! The Outstanding Park & Facility Award honors public agencies for outstanding and unique achievements in the design and development of new or renovated parks or recreation facilities. Click HERE to learn more about this award-winning facility!

ALA Award of Merit for new RUSD Aquatic Center facility

On Friday, November 18 members of the Williams Architects team along with Racine Unified School District staff attended the 2022 Association of Licensed Architects Design Awards at the Medinah Country Club. It was an evening of networking, celebration and recognition of exemplary design across the country. Congratulations to the Racine Unified School District and the project team for being recognized with an Award of Merit for their new RUSD Aquatic Center facility! Click HERE to learn more about this award-winning facility! #WilliamsArchitectsAquatics #TheStewardsofYourVision #AquaticDesign #ArchitectureDesign

Oswego’s Venue 1012 selected as Public Works Project of the Year

Congratulations, to the Village of Oswego and the Williams Project Team on Venue 1012 being selected as APWA Chicago Metro Fox Valley Chapter’s Project of the Year (in category is structure less than $5 million)! “Oswego’s new home for performing arts, located along Orchard Road, was recognized for its collaborative development process, construction process and community engagement as part of the award.” Read more about the venue and award HERE! #WilliamsArchitects #TheStewardsofYourVision

Carol Stream Park District – Fountain View Recreation Center

The Fountain View Recreation Center has been honored by the Chicago Metro Chapter of the American Public Works Association. The 90,000 SF Recreation Center received the “Project of the Year Award” for structures ranging in size from $5 Million to $25 Million. The Silver LEED Certified recreation center provides numerous recreational opportunities for the residents of Carol Stream.