Harder Brothers Construction and Design was established in 2001 and specializes in custom additions, basement remodeling, kitchens, new home construction and full home rehabilitations with a focus on thoughtful design, the highest quality craftsmanship, and unparalleled professionalism. Matt and Steve Harder pride themselves on their personal attention to detail throughout the construction process as well as the high level of organization and responsiveness they maintain at all times. They consistently achieve their goal of completing every project on time and on budget while amazing their clients with a beautifully finished product for a surprisingly reasonable price.

Matt Harder became interested in architecture at an early age, creating imaginative skyscrapers with Lego's and watching an almost unhealthy amount of "This Old House" and any other show that had anything to do with construction. He began pursuing his passion in high school where he took every architectural drafting class offered and worked summers with a local construction firm.

After High School, Matt attended The University of Illinois where he graduated with honors to obtain his Bachelors of Science in Architectural Studies. While attending U of I Matt worked summers at two great architecture firms in the Chicago area and gained a great deal of knowledge both in the office and at the many construction sites he supervised.

After graduating from U of I with honors, Matt obtained a position as a graduate Architect at a high rise luxury residential architecture firm in Chicago. While working alongside prominent Chicago architects he helped to develop designs for spectacular residential towers, and coordinated with several engineers, vendors, and contractors on a daily basis. After leaving this firm Matt decided to engage in a more charitable and hands on approach to architecture by volunteering his time to Habitat for Humanity.

The summer of 2001 was spent in Alamosa, Colorado and the Taos Pueblo in New Mexico as a volunteer coordinator for two branches of Habitat for Humanity. Matt worked with several volunteer groups and local tradesmen to build adobe homes for families in need while engaging in local culture and tradition. This experience was an eye opener to both the need for affordable housing and the great personal satisfaction obtained through volunteering ones talents and hard work. After this experience, Matt decided to pursue a career that would offer him a better connection with his community and develop more personal relationships with his clients. As a result Matt teamed up with his brother Steve and began Harder Brothers Construction and Design. While running his construction and design firm, Matt has also obtained a Masters degree in Architecture from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

Matt Harder currently lives in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL with his wife Lisa and they are currently expecting their first child!!!

Steve Harder grew up as the second child in a family of seven on Chicago’s South side where he developed an interest in Construction at an early age while attending Marist High School. After graduation he debated his options between entering into the construction trades, or pursuing his education. He decided to enter into college where his passion for the construction industry continued. After two years at Saint Xavier’s University, Steve decided to turn his passion into his profession. He transferred into the school of construction management at South Suburban College and began working with a commercial construction company.

Before establishing Harder Brothers Inc., Steve worked for three reputable construction firms on several diverse projects including commercial build outs, Chicago Public Schools, residential remodeling, and custom homes. After leaving his last position as a construction manager for a residential construction firm, Steve decided to establish Harder Brothers Construction and Design with his brother Matt.

In order to help in the acquisition of development properties by his company, Steve completed his Real Estate education and currently holds an Illinois Real Estate Brokers License with Prospect Equities of Orland Park.

Steve Harder now lives in Bourbonnais, IL. with his wife Jennifer and two children Katie and Billy.

From inception to completion, the Harder Brothers thoroughly enjoy every aspect of making quality enjoyable spaces a reality for their clients. They take great pleasure in seeing a happy client occupy a finished project, and they plan on seeing many more happy clients throughout their exciting future in the construction and design industry. Therefore, please allow Harder Brothers to bid on your next project and provide you with the same sense of satisfaction and reward they have provided to all of their clients.

Harder Brothers Construction and Design would be happy to provide you with a free estimate for your new basement, addition, gut rehab, commercial build out, kitchen remodeling or new home. Harder Brothers works throughout Chicago and the suburbs including Frankfort, Mokena, New Lennox, Naperville, Tinley, Orland, Palos, Oak Lawn, Homer Glenn, Oak Park, La Grange, Oak Brook, Villa Park, Riverside, Brookfield, Hickory Hills, Evergreen Park, Burbank, Willow Springs, Burr Ridge, Willowbrook, Darien, Woodridge, Elmhurst, Lombard, and Westmont to name more than a few. So if you are looking for a contractor, remodeler, Rehabber or home builder and you live in the Chicagoland area give Harder Brothers a call.