Bill Bickford, AIA

Founding Partner

A founding partner of Northworks, Bill oversees a variety of residential and commercial projects across the country. From the lakefront of Chicago’s north shore, to the mountains of western Montana, to the beaches of southeast Florida, Bill collaborates with multiple studios on the creative design process of select projects.  Bill loves diving into an inspiring site and clear program to guide a strong concept.

Bill is a member of the American Institute of Architects and is licensed to practice in Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New York, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.  He is a LEED AP accredited professional and is NCARB certified. Bill received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Trinity College in Hartford, CT and his Master of Architecture degree from the University of Pennsylvania.  Bill is a Trustee of Graceland Cemetery Chicago, a Director of Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, and a member of the Dean’s Council of the University of Pennsylvania School of Design.

Outside of Northworks, Bill enjoys spending time with his family and finding inspiration in his travels.

Projects Bill has collaborated on

Nekoosa, Wisconsin

Sand Valley Golf Resort

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Sand Valley Dunes

Joshua Tree, California

Desert Retreat

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Southwest Michigan

Michigan Farm

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North Shore, Illinois

Bluff Beach House

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Waterfront Retreat Front Entrance

Winnetka, Illinois

Sheridan Road

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Sheridan Road Exterior

Nekoosa, Wisconsin

Modern Barn

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Highland Park, Illinois

Ravine Drive

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Tampa, Florida

Student Living Oasis

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Core Hub Tampa Building

Great Falls, Virginia

Millwood Residence

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Florida Coast

Coastal Retreat

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Highland Park, Illinois

North Shore Modern

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Lakeside Contemporary Exterior

Lake Bluff, Illinois

Lookout Point

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Lookout Point Residence Exterior