1919 Architects

1919 Architects Architecture + Interior Design that make ideas become reality. Our Overview:
• President: Ronald G.

1919 Architects has a rich history of architectural excellence dating back to the beginning of our firm in 1919. As one of the oldest continuing practices in the Midwest we adhere to our founding principles of innovation, quality architecture, and an involved client experience to bring about successful results. We believe that great design has the ability to establish a sense of community and emp

ower our clients businesses and missions. We provide Architectural, Interior Design, and Development services to a growing portfolio of senior living, multi-family housing, industrial, healthcare, commercial, corporate, residential, design build and religious facilities. What we're proud of:
• Known for our personal touch and involved design approach, we strive to build relationships with our clients. This effort is exemplified in our unprecedented number of return clients we have been providing design services to for decades.

• Our team is comprised of talented professionals that collaborate with our clients to understand their requirements, goals, and long term planning needs.

• We believe our size is an asset to our clients as it allows for expedient implementation of ideas and access to the principal as the owner's main contact.

• With a national footprint, we hold firm to our small firm guidelines of building relationships and communities through experience, enthusiasm, and collaboration. Billy Jr., NCARB, LEED AP
• Vice President: Zach Enderle, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
• Established in 1919
• Registered Nationally to Work in 12 States
• Affiliations:
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
National Council of Architectural Registration Board (N.C.A.R.B.)
• Office Locations:
Rockford, Illinois
Estero, Florida
Austin, Texas

For more information visit: http://www.1919architects.com

We are so excited! This stunner of a building was designed by none other than 1919 Architects' Zach Enderle.
06/03/2026

We are so excited! This stunner of a building was designed by none other than 1919 Architects' Zach Enderle.

Hey Everyone! When the weather gets warmer, we like to get outside too! Starting today, our summer business hours will b...
06/01/2026

Hey Everyone! When the weather gets warmer, we like to get outside too!

Starting today, our summer business hours will be Monday-Thursday 7am-6pm, and Friday 8am-12pm. Regular hours will resume after Labor Day.

05/29/2026

This video might be a joke, but we take site visits and construction administration seriously! Taking photos then helps us generate field reports, which allow for a record of what has been completed on the project, what’s next, work conditions, and more.

Let's address another architecture mythARCHITECTS only design buildingsThis is way off.REALITY:Architecture overlaps wit...
05/27/2026

Let's address another architecture myth

ARCHITECTS only design buildings

This is way off.

REALITY:
Architecture overlaps with urban planning, interiors, sustainability, even psychology.

Let's take a look at our Memory Care Addition in Geneseo as an example. At a memory care facility, the end user determines many of the final materials.

carpet - mostly a single color - dark colors can be perceived as a hole
calming colors - wall paint is often neutral to promote more peace of mind
railings - essential for residents who walk through the building

With an architects' expertise, the end user's needs can be factored into the final design, and curated specifically to best serve them.

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.1919 ...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

1919 Architects will be closed in observance of the holiday.

At 1919 Architects, we're all the "somehow!"Every team member plays a role to get your project done successfully and on ...
05/22/2026

At 1919 Architects, we're all the "somehow!"

Every team member plays a role to get your project done successfully and on time - from the principal, to the drafter, to the project manager, to the social media manager showing pretty project updates! We are dedicated to turning your "somehow" into "done."

The end is in sight!! 1919 Architects is in the construction administration phase for Geneseo, where we are adding a mem...
05/20/2026

The end is in sight!! 1919 Architects is in the construction administration phase for Geneseo, where we are adding a memory care addition to their current facility. A few featured items are the theater, TV room, and ice cream parlor.

As we have many projects going on at once, we always return to this simple but important idea. Our designs are tailored ...
05/18/2026

As we have many projects going on at once, we always return to this simple but important idea.

Our designs are tailored to the end user.

Be it an ADA accessible apartment, a memory care facility, a youth center, or even an office. Every project has different needs, and we have the expertise and experience that allows for not only aesthetically pleasing design, but can also meet the Owner's budget and be tailored to the end users.

05/15/2026

Keeping it green over here…for LEED purposes of course! But what is LEED? Zach gives a brief overview here, but a more in depth one in our full episode linked in b!0

Leading to LEED: What is it and how do I get it? - Since 1919 Podcast Episode 8When we recorded this episode, we did no...
05/13/2026

Leading to LEED: What is it and how do I get it? - Since 1919 Podcast Episode 8

When we recorded this episode, we did not yet know that Hard Rock Rockford was moving forward with their hotel, which we will be providing LEED services for - so the timing could not have been more perfect!

So what exactly does it mean when a building is LEED certified, and how does it help me achieve my sustainability goals? Oh wow, it's that much work - can someone help me??? The answer is yes! Both Zach Enderle and Ron Billy, principals of 1919 Architects are LEED certified, and can help guide you this process. During this episode, Zach and Margaret detail the various steps for LEED certification, an overview of the LEED scorecard and how to score points, and what's possible for your project.

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/l4JL_0hbCPw
Listen Here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4YtozJZU8AzfgJb7O2sekl?si=mk5-QxapTMiU5Ave4BiaAw

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Rockford, IL
61107

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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