Arete Renovators

Our design-build approach integrates architectural design, construction, and project management into a single seamless process. Clients benefit from unified accountability, cost efficiency, and faster project timelines. This service ensures cohesive execution from concept to completion, with dedicated teams handling permits, material selection, and construction oversight.

We specialize in transforming residential spaces including kitchens, bathrooms, and whole-home renovations. Our team addresses structural upgrades, modern design implementation, and functional improvements while minimizing disruption to homeowners. Services include high-rise condo remodeling and single-family home transformations with tailored design solutions.

Our commercial remodeling services cater to storefronts, office spaces, and mixed-use buildings. We handle code compliance, material selection, and project scheduling to minimize business disruption. Expertise includes lobby renovations, tenant build-outs, and exterior faade upgrades for Chicago's commercial properties.

We deliver customized kitchen renovations focusing on functionality, aesthetics, and value enhancement. Services include cabinetry installation, countertop replacement, appliance integration, and layout optimization. Our showroom offers material selections from leading industry brands for durable, stylish results.

Our bathroom remodeling service addresses plumbing upgrades, space optimization, and modern design implementation. We specialize in creating spa-like environments with water-efficient fixtures, custom tiling, and accessibility improvements while adhering to strict building codes and timelines.

Igor holds an MBA in International Finance and transitioned from finance to remodeling in 2008. He oversees strategic growth and founded the American Southeast Europe Chamber of Commerce. He leads Aret's real estate solutions division.

Davor manages operations and sales estimation with 15+ years of experience. He transitioned from finance in 2006 and oversees Aret's property development and investment funds while serving on educational boards.

With 40+ years in construction, Jovo founded Aret Realty and Contractors. He provides hands-on project management expertise, leveraging his master carpentry skills and deep industry knowledge to ensure quality execution.

Steliana leads property development with a real estate economics degree. She transitioned from project coordination to management, obtaining her real estate license in 2023 while balancing family and community involvement.

Gina brings communications expertise and 8+ years of operational leadership. She manages team culture and client experience while staying engaged with Chicago's cultural and culinary scene.

We specialize in residential and commercial remodeling, including kitchens, bathrooms, home additions, architectural design, and insurance restoration projects.

Yes, our design-build model integrates architectural design, material selection, and construction management under one team for streamlined project delivery.

Yes, we are fully licensed and insured, with extensive experience navigating Chicago's building codes and permitting requirements.

Timelines vary by scope, but our efficient process typically completes residential projects in 8-12 weeks and commercial projects in 12-16 weeks.

Yes, we have established partnerships with major Chicago property management firms and specialize in high-rise condo remodeling.

Yes, we provide a 2-year warranty on labor and materials, with extended coverage options available for select projects.

We used Arete for our small business construction on our Medical Optometry Office and we are so happy we did. Arete did an amazing job on the construction - our space is impeccable, modern and stylish. They listened to everything I desired in our space- even built out some aesthetics of my office on their own (a accent wall made of wood planks). They were always on time- and we had a very strict timeline.

They were always hands on and able to answer questions I had. My GC's Igor and Davor were always present and available when I needed them. We had minor setbacks (of course with construction) and the team always had a resolution in place when we needed without me having to take care of the set backs. They were also wonderful on pricing and did the best they could especially on setbacks we experienced during the project to save me money/time.

When I was not sure on aesthetics they had a design team that could help me with each step (Thank you Vasi). Thank you Arete Team (especially Jo) for making our office as beautiful as it is. -Eyes On Butterfield

We used Arete for a gut rehab of our kitchen as well as remodeling some fireplaces in our living and family room. We had a very positive experience! Arete was accurate on the budget and timeline for the renovation (they told me 6 weeks, we were done on the Monday morning of week 7). They were clear communicators and very responsive. Ned was our project manager and would reply to messages within the hour if I had any questions.

If Ned said workers were arriving at 9 am, that's when they arrived. And the kitchen looks beautiful, very quality work. All in all, very happy and have already started recommending Arete to others who are looking for a contractor!

We've worked with Ivan from Arete for two projects. One was a restoration project as we needed to restore a our office to it's original condition before moving out. For the other, and most recent, Arete helped us to remodel our new office to better accommodate out needs. Their team is super knowledgeable and can help you work through the loose ideas you have in your head and turn them into reality. They were very professional for both projects and I would easily recommend them to anyone who needs commercial or residential remodeling.

I'll begin by stating that we own 3 properties. A downstate country home, a 100 yr old commercial property & our 1 bedroom/1bath high rise condo in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. We have been working with various builders & doing renovations for years. We needed to renovate our condo & Arete Renovators were recommended to my husband & I by our neighbor. The team designed a new kitchen & new flooring for us.

The results are beautiful! Their response time to emails was within a day or two. They had also worked on other units in our building which was a huge advantage when dealing with permits, scheduling freight elevators, working with the business office, etc. They were easy to work with and very knowledgeable in terms of current design trends. We are very pleased with this team & would highly recommend them!