Environs Development

About Environs Development

Environs Development is a real estate operator. Environs Development operates in Chicago, Illinois. Its investment focus is on Condominiums and Single-Family Homes.

Environs Development, Inc. is a premier luxury design-build firm headquartered at 3060 N. Lincoln Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1991 and led by industry professionals including Chris McKinnis, the company has operated for over three decades, establishing a reputation for architectural precision, bespoke craftsmanship, and meticulous project management across Chicago's most esteemed neighborhoods. The firm's vertically integrated operational platform unifies in-house architecture, interior design, structural engineering, construction management, and renovation services under one roof. By pairing personalized client coordination with rigorous timeline execution, Environs manages the entire lifecycle of high-end residential projects—from initial site planning and zoning navigation to final interior finishes and custom millwork. Environs maintains an award-winning portfolio centered on custom single-family homes, ground-up urban infill residences, and extensive whole-house remodeling. Notable luxury developments across the metropolitan area include signature custom builds such as *Bucktown Modern*, *3527 Bosworth*, and *548 Oakdale*, alongside major residential expansions and historical modernizations throughout Chicago's North Side communities.

Principals at Environs Development