May 28, 2005 -- If you have been meaning to turn your backyard into that sanctuary of relaxation or an outdoor room to enjoy for all of the celebrations you will have this season, it’s not too late. ehr-lüm, a design+build firm in Evanston, specializing in meticulously planned interior and exterior spaces, designs and architecture is making the process easier and more affordable.
“ Even if you don’t have the budget for the entire scope immediately, you should develop a comprehensive plan and phase the construction to meet the constraint... ”
Gregg Brazel, owner of ehr-lüm, has created several original patio designs featuring pergolas, benches, planters, and water features to suit any architectural genre and lifestyle. These stock designs are then modified to suit your home and preferences. “A master plan is required for the project to be integrated, beautiful, and highly functional - lack of an overall plan is the biggest mistake in any building project. Even if you don’t have the budget for the entire scope immediately, you should develop a comprehensive plan and phase the construction to meet the constraints,” Brazel says. “Some people see design as an added expense, but if it’s planned well, it saves a lot of money in the long run as there are fewer mistakes, and no comparison in the quality and feel of the finished space.”
Brazel has created amazing spaces on rooftops in Chicago where a backyard may not be available, giving the owners extra space to entertain or simply relax. ehr-lüm works with different landscape designers and garden shops to handle the plant materials, integrating their designs with his to create a comprehensive plan, blending functionality, architecture, and landscapes. Brazel, a graduate of Purdue University, ties his engineering background in with his interest in nature, design, art, and architecture, as well as a commitment to working with ‘green’ building techniques and materials that are earth friendly, unique, and beautiful.
In addition to outdoor projects, ehr-lüm also has a design studio and full service woodshop in Evanston to produce custom designed media centers, furniture, workstations, and other interior projects. ehr-lüm is located at 725 Washington in Evanston and Gregg can be reached for a design consultation by calling 847.733.0644. You can view Gregg’s work and learn more about ehr-lüm at www.ehrlum.com.
