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

09/02/2026

Does your next building idea seem impossible? We can help you navigate it.

Another Before and After Monday!Warren Place was actually part of a much larger project with the MetroRock Housing Conne...
08/31/2026

Another Before and After Monday!

Warren Place was actually part of a much larger project with the MetroRock Housing Connection in Silvis, IL, but we wanted to feature this duplex rehab! Work included:
🏗️ Complete interior and exterior gut rehabilitation
☢️ Installation of a radon mitigation system
🧱 Foundation wall repairs to address structural and building envelope needs
We have completed numerous rehabs on multiple buildings for almost a hundred housing authorities over the years, and we can do the same for you, be it a housing authority, municipality, or developer project!

08/28/2026

Our story almost ended as soon as it began….Due to Jesse’s ill health, the firm almost didn’t get passed on to Ray Knowland! Want to hear more about this 11th hour story? All ways to watch and listen are linked in our b!0

1919 SPOTTED!Eric Olson is our Florida construction administrator, but when he's not working, he's visiting iconic baseb...
08/26/2026

1919 SPOTTED!

Eric Olson is our Florida construction administrator, but when he's not working, he's visiting iconic baseball fields, specifically the one featured in the film: Field of Dreams!

Fun Fact: Eric is wearing a 1919 shirt, partially due to a scandal discussed in the film called the 1919 Black Sox Scandal. What happened exactly?
During the 1919 World Series, eight players from the Chicago White Sox were accused of deliberately playing poorly and helping the Cincinnati Reds win after allegedly accepting money from professional gamblers.
A scandal indeed, but a funny coincidence that this occurred the same year our firm was founded!

Consistency is key!When the Rock Island Housing Authority asked us to design seven new townhomes, it was required of us ...
08/24/2026

Consistency is key!

When the Rock Island Housing Authority asked us to design seven new townhomes, it was required of us to make it match the historic neighborhood it would reside in. And we did just that! A few key elements of the project included:

🛏️ Four 3-bedroom single-family units
🛏️ Three 2-bedroom single-family units
🏡 Open-concept floor plans designed for comfortable living
🛋️ Carpeted bedrooms for added comfort
🪵 Wood-look laminate flooring in the main living areas
🍽️ Each unit includes a dishwasher, refrigerator, and stove
🧺 In-unit washer and dryer provided
🌡️ Separate heating and air conditioning systems in each unit

Do you need some townhomes designed for your next project? We've done it before, and we can do it again with the same level of consistency and care!

08/21/2026

RFQ? Real ones know that that stands for Request for Qualifications! It’s often how housing authorities or other government entities advertise that they are looking to get work done by licensed, professional architecture firms. And when they’re due, it’s go time! It’s our way of sharing with the prospective employer our skills and what we can bring to the table that our competitors cannot!

What can we say, these guys have a reputation!Ron and Zach bring a combined 50 years of architecture experience to the t...
08/19/2026

What can we say, these guys have a reputation!

Ron and Zach bring a combined 50 years of architecture experience to the table, and are well-versed in rehabs, new builds, additions, and many more! With Principals Ron and Zach leading 1919 Architects, and our talented team of drafters and project managers, your next project is in good hands.

That's a goodlooking building right there.1919 Architects has served the Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb, for ...
08/17/2026

That's a goodlooking building right there.

1919 Architects has served the Housing Authority of the County of DeKalb, for many years, so it's no surprise they were ready for an office facelift!

When a building is aesthetically pleasing, it lifts morale, besides making necessary improvements. Fun Fact: we have been working with housing authorities since the 1960s, and have worked with over 30 housing authorities in Illinois alone!

With that in mind, does your office need a little morale boosting? We would love to help!

It’s 815 Day again!We’ve been in the 815 since the very beginning of our firm! Started by Jesse Barloga in 1919 (hence o...
08/15/2026

It’s 815 Day again!
We’ve been in the 815 since the very beginning of our firm!
Started by Jesse Barloga in 1919 (hence our name), according to our records, his first office was in the Rockford Trust Building on 710 Wyman Street. Though we have moved around Rockford a few times since then, we are still proud to call the 815 our home, and continue Jesse Barloga’s legacy. HAPPY 815 DAY! Let’s continue to be a part of the reason that makes this part of Illinois great-one-five.

We always love to share Safe Passage updates! To those who may not know, Safe Passage is an organization focused on prov...
08/12/2026

We always love to share Safe Passage updates!

To those who may not know, Safe Passage is an organization focused on providing services to those experiencing domestic violence, and are located in DeKalb, Illinois. 1919 Architects has been involved in providing Architectural Services for their new domestic violence shelter, and we were invited to attend their new groundbreaking with general contractor Gehrke Construction!
Both Joe and Ron (pictured here), have been instrumental through each phase, and are proud to be a part of this meaningful project!

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4000 Morsay Drive
Rockford, IL
61107

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

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