Commercial Rooftop Spaces
Restaurant patios, office terraces, amenities
Commercial Outdoor Spaces
Office tenants want outdoor access, but only 25% say they have it. Restaurant patios drive premium pricing and seasonal revenue. Building amenity decks command rent premiums of 5% or more while improving tenant retention. For commercial property owners in Chicago, an underused rooftop represents unrealized value—whether you're attracting tenants, expanding dining capacity, or differentiating your building in a competitive market.
Commercial rooftop construction demands expertise that residential projects don't require. We engineer for occupancy loads that accommodate crowds, design egress paths that satisfy Chicago fire codes, integrate ADA-compliant access, and coordinate around active business operations. Our team handles the city permitting process—from zoning review through final inspections—so you can focus on your business while we build.
The result is a functional outdoor space that works as hard as your building. Restaurant patios with proper drainage and utility connections. Office terraces with comfortable seating areas and power for laptops. Amenity decks with fire features, outdoor kitchens, and gathering spaces that give tenants reasons to stay. We deliver turnkey commercial rooftop spaces that generate returns from day one.
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Team
Darren Flynn
“Darren Flynn is the Managing Principal and founding member of Chicago Roof Deck & Garden, started in 2009. He has over 20 years of experience in residential, commercial and retail construction and shares the overall strategic and operating responsibility.”
Kevin Wojtas
“Kevin is a skilled Production Coordinator with extensive experience in the architecture and planning industry. He demonstrates competency across AutoCAD, landscaping, InDesign, public speaking, and sustainable design. He also serves as a media and communications specialist and holds a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.”
Rafal Leonczuk
“Rafal manages project timelines and coordinates between design and construction teams to ensure smooth project execution. His attention to detail and organizational skills help keep projects on track from start to finish.”