Areté Renovators, Inc. - Chicago, Illinois

Stuart L.

We hired Arete to do a full renovation of our first floor this year. Having completed several renovation projects in the past, we were careful to look for a professional and cost-effective contractor with a reputation for quality work. Arete delivered on these metrics. Our team led by Ivan and Damian, along with Ivana on materials selections, was professional, transparent, honest and accessible. They did a great work bringing our design concept into reality while staying on budget and working in a timely manner. We were very pleased with the final product and would recommend considering Arete for your project.

V V.

We worked with Arete on a bathroom and closet remodel and were very happy with the results. They made everything very easy from design to finish. Ivana was great getting the project started and Vasilka took the inspiration photos we shared and came up with a design that truly exceeded our expectations. Marina managed our project and she’s kept everything running smoothly from start to finish. She made sure the schedule was on time and that we knew exactly when each subcontractor would be at our house working on the project.

Margaret M.

I have done numerous remodels over the years and I have to say this one with Arete Ned & Martin is by far the best experience.
Absolutely love the final work, completed on schedule & on budget !
Starting with a pre-contract site meeting with all of the team members to discuss my vision, timeline and step-by-step process.
My project coordinator Ned Karastanovic, Martin & Ibro were amazing to work with.
I choose not to be on-site for most of the work - I received almost daily updates - pictures to see the progress and discuss anything I wanted - any change order (especially as a result of my add-ons) were easily (& positively) met.
What I really felt made the difference was the honest feedback that I got when I wanted something that wasn’t cookie cutter stuff.
I wasn’t told no - ‘we don’t do that’ or it was too difficult or not in the original scope of work - but ‘ok’ how are we going to do it!
The fact that they have all their ‘partners’ electricians, plumbers, stone masons etc to complete the project made everything seem completely seamless.
I live in a condominium that has very specific guidelines and requirements for remodeling and contractors and Areté followed and met each completely which just added to the amazing finish project
I am so pleased with the project, Arete, Ned & Martin I am already thinking of another project

Dan H.

I recently hired Arete for a renovation on my newly purchased condo in downtown Chicago, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The project included installing engineered hardwood throughout most of the unit, carpeting the bedroom, removing a wall and replacing it with a telescopic sliding door, electrical work, wall patching, and a complex TV mount that required reinforcing the wall.

Every aspect of the job was executed perfectly, on time, and within budget. Their work was well-organized, and communication was seamless from start to finish. They were incredibly helpful during the planning and design process, ensuring that each step aligned with exactly what I wanted and doubly confirmed with me before proceeding during construction. They took great care to protect my condo and items throughout the project as well.

A special shoutout to Marina (project manager), Luis (drywall, TV mount, carpet), and Jurek (flooring, door installation)—each of them was professional, kind, and easy to work with. Their attention to detail and commitment to high-quality craftsmanship truly stood out and went beyond my expectations.

If you're looking for a reliable, skilled, and detail-oriented team for your renovation, I highly recommend Arete!

nikki L.

Arete construction recently renovated our medical office suite and created a new patient experience for our company. Rooms were created, divided, and removed to optimize our space. Ivan, Damian, Dejan and the entire crew were very clean, courteous, and helpful throughout the entire project. They always made sure to answer any questions, take suggestions and provide feedback. Thank you guys -looking forward to the next project with you.

Feride S.

I recently had a pleasure of working with Arete Renovators, Inc. on a kitchen renovation, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From start to finish, their team demonstrated exceptional project management and maintained a clear, open communication throughout the entire process. I was particularly impressed with their ability to accommodate my project timeline, ensuring part of the project was completed before the Christmas break.

The team responded immediately and efficiently, addressing every concern to ensure the project was executed smoothly. Their attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction truly sets them apart! I highly recommend Arete Renovators to anyone looking for a reliable and professional renovation company. Thank you for transforming my. kitchen into a beautiful and functional space! I'm excited to start my next project with them to renew my bathrooms!

Suzanne M.

Our project involved combining two adjacent apartments in a Chicago high rise building, which involved opening walls between the 2 apartments, and creating a new hallway for access. In addition, one of the units (which had been untouched since the building was built in 1968) had to be completely renovated- including new electrical, plumbing, drop ceilings, lighting, drywall, and brand new bathrooms and closets. In addition, new flooring was laid in the entire combined unit, and both existing bathrooms were upgraded.

We interviewed 6 contractors. Davor was the Arete representative with whom we first met, and we also met with Chief Designer Ivana Stojanovska and her team. We chose Arete for many reasons - they were responsive, professional, and clearly knowledgeable about and comfortable with all aspects of our proposed project. They were also very experienced working in high rise condo buildings, which poses a unique set of challenges. And it appeared that they'd work well with both the architects we'd hired to design the project, and the folks at the City of Chicago involved with the complex process of getting city permits and inspections.

Most importantly, though, we felt that we would be able to communicate well with them, and that we could TRUST them. And that has been the case throughout the 10 months we worked with them. Our project manager, Ivan Koconda, was absolutely phenomenal in every way. He communicated quickly and thoroughly at every stage of the process - we'd never done anything like this before, and we had millions of questions and concerns along the way - and Ivan was calm, patient and kind throughout. He/Arete took immediate responsibility and accountability for the inevitable glitches that occurred, and always made things right. His assistant, Damian Sagan, was also a pleasure to work with. I also got to know their subcontractors Igor, Danny and Stefan, who were equally easy to work with. Everyone involved in our project was professional and KIND- a rare commodity these days.

We recommend Arete without reservation.

Emilie S.

Ivan and his crew did a great job replacing our old wooden windows that had peeling paint with new windows and casing.

We wanted to keep the look of our "comfy old home" windows while giving the front of the house a cleaner look, and the guys did just that. The style of the new windows fit so well with our older home and the stain matched our existing interior trim perfectly. The install took less than a day, and they left the living room super tidy when they left.

This is the second time we've used Arete for a project and will definitely be using them again!