Reveal Design LLC is an established landscaping company serving Lincoln Park and surrounding areas, rated 4.9★ across 39 reviews. Focused on deck and patio. One reviewer writes: "Sean and his team helped us build our dream garage roof deck in 2021." Reviewers consistently praise the quality of their work. Multiple clients mention Sean by name for strong communication. Consistent track record of hitting deadlines and staying within budget. A pattern in reviews: this team routinely exceeds expectations. Higher-end pricing, but clients say the quality justifies it. Experienced with older Chicago homes — bungalows, two-flats, and greystones.
Project Pricing Insight
Price range:Premium$$$
Landscaping projects typically cost $2K – $30K in Chicagoland
Excellent communicationHigh-quality workmanshipOn time and on budgetProfessional and trustworthyWent above and beyondStrong project management
Specialties
Deck and patio
Landscape design
Historic home specialist
Service Areas
Lincoln Park
What Clients Are Saying
Clients liked
“Not only is it still our favorite part of our entire home, but we cannot say enough wonderful things about this company, the way they work, and how dedicated they are to their craftsmanship and quality of product.”
“It was a longer process because reveal took the time to edit plans until we had one that fit both our budgets and the functionality we were looking for.”
“We appreciated the way Sean and team worked with us to create the right design.”
Clean record
No recurring concerns found across reviews. This contractor maintains a consistently positive reputation.
“We started working with Reveal in 2020 for a total redesign of our back and side yards, including...”
We started working with Reveal in 2020 for a total redesign of our back and side yards, including trees, grass, plantings, hardscapes, lighting, and a water feature. We appreciated the way Sean and team worked with us to create the right design. This was particularly important because our backyard is a small, confined area, and our vision was a series of connected outdoor rooms. This was designed and executed perfectly. The design was great, but the execution exceeded our expectations. The crews were responsible, flexible, and showed up when they said they would. The next year we engaged Reveal to redo our front yard, including trees, plantings, grass, an update to our driveway and reimagined front porch and walkway. Again, the design was great and the execution was flawless. I would not hesitate to most highly recommend Sean and the Reveal team for your landscaping needs.
Laurie Schatz Riley
Aug 2025
“Sean and the team at Reveal Design have been fantastic to work with.”
Sean and the team at Reveal Design have been fantastic to work with. Three years ago, they revitalized our Lincoln Park backyard living space and gave it life after we recently moved into a new home. The backyard was comprised of old stone, two massive pine trees that took up space and limited its usability. Reveal helped us design a modern living area, remove the trees, add bluestone and turf, and an electronic pergola to entertain and use the outside space for much of the year. The before-and-after pictures are not comparable!
Recently, an animal dug a hole under our elevated backyard, displacing enough soil to interrupt our turf. Reveal came out, diagnosed the issue, and repaired it within a couple of days.
We are grateful. When shit happens, you need good partners!
Jason Lobel
Jul 2025
“Sean and his team helped us build our dream garage roof deck in 2021.”
Sean and his team helped us build our dream garage roof deck in 2021. Not only is it still our favorite part of our entire home, but we cannot say enough wonderful things about this company, the way they work, and how dedicated they are to their craftsmanship and quality of product... even today, four years later! Any issue or concern that we've had through the years, Reveal has responded promptly, ready to help. The process of desinging and building the deck was just plain fun, and if we had to do it all again, we would choose Reveal 100 times over.
Jessy Derleth
Jul 2025
“Working with Sean and the Reveal Design team was a great experience.”
Working with Sean and the Reveal Design team was a great experience. The Pratic pergola they installed completely changed how we use our outdoor space. Honestly, it turned out even nicer than we expected. We were a little nervous about the price, and while the process took some time, it was absolutely worth the wait. The end result speaks for itself.
The lighting, motorized screens, heaters, and clean lines make it feel like a true extension of the house. Sean was hands-on throughout and made sure every detail was right. We use the space every day and get compliments all the time. Highly recommend.
—Sean B.
Sean Bolger
Jul 2025
“Sean is talented, practical and responsive - everything you want in a contractor.”
Sean is talented, practical and responsive - everything you want in a contractor. We have hired RevealDesign several times and will do so again when needed in future.
James Orlin
Jun 2025
“Reveal Design did the design and built our deck and pergola, and completely redesigned our whole backyard.”
Reveal Design did the design and built our deck and pergola, and completely redesigned our whole backyard.
Sean Kelly knew exactly what I was talking about when we talked on the phone months ago. I had a vision and he understood what I was talking about and he/Reveal Design delivered that vision and more. It solidified that vision by going to their offices on Carroll Street so that my husband and I could see the different types of pergolas. The idea was to have a little bit of Europe in our backyard! I am so pleased.
Bree Ringe was our designer for the job. She was creative and very talented. I didn’t know what to expect but I trusted Bree and Reveal Design. She has always been so accommodating and her capacity to listen and deliver amazes me.
The whole team and Francis especially have been amazing. I love our backyard - and as I sit here now, I am on the deck, having my coffee, just as I envisioned. So thank you to the whole team. Everyone has been amazing. I cannot say enough good things about the company, the designs, and vision.
Carol Hetman
May 2025
“We worked with Reveal Design to create an outdoor patio.”
We worked with Reveal Design to create an outdoor patio. The team at Reveal were easy and great to work with. We really liked their design and the entire process from design through completion went smoothly. We love our new patio/living area!
m fanaro
Jan 2025
“We truly couldn’t ask for more.”
We truly couldn’t ask for more! Bree, Francis, Sean and team did an amazing job with our small backyard. We absolutely loved the process from start to finish. They heard our dreams for the backyard and totally delivered. Their team worked round the clock and is not only gifted, but extremely hard working! We are so grateful for all their help!
Lexi Schmidt
Dec 2024
“We recently had the pleasure of working with Reveal Design for our backyard pergola project and we...”
We recently had the pleasure of working with Reveal Design for our backyard pergola project and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcome! From the very start, Sean and team impressed us with their professionalism and attention to detail and were responsive to all of our questions and feedback. During the design and ideation phase, they took the time to listen to our vision and provided insightful suggestions that elevated the entire design.
When it came to the installation, their team was punctual, courteous, and efficient, ensuring every aspect of the project was handled with care. Most importantly, they were in regular communication about upcoming project phases and the overall timeline.
Overall, we had an excellent experience working with Reveal Design and would highly recommend them for any outdoor space improvement projects.
Shantanu Karkare
Sep 2024
“We’ve used Sean Kelley and the Reveal Design team on two large modern deck, pergola, and landscape...”
We’ve used Sean Kelley and the Reveal Design team on two large modern deck, pergola, and landscape projects over the last 5 years and will use them again and again without hesitation. Creative design, quality workmanship, attentive and professional service. Reveal Design exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend!
Colette L
Sep 2024
“We first worked with Reveal Design in 2023 when Sean designed both our front garden (which had...”
We first worked with Reveal Design in 2023 when Sean designed both our front garden (which had previously been referred to as the dirt patch) and our back deck. Before meeting with Sean, we had worked with another designer who had taken exactly what we had thought we wanted and created a design that ultimately proved uninstallable and boy are we glad that was the case. We gave Sean a vague sense of what we were looking for, how we planned to use the space, and a few must haves (like creating a snow cover on our back deck) and he ran with it! I could never have envisioned the beautiful design he came up with, but as soon as we saw it we fell in love.
During the installation and design process, Sean and his team were very communicative and organized and checked with us at each decision point. Even though they were there working every day and both my husband and I work from home, they were so quiet and respectful we barely noticed they were there (except for the glorious garden and deck that they were leaving behind). Sean also came to the site periodically to check on the progress and spotted small fixes I would never have noticed. At the end of the day, our garden and deck were truly stunning but more importantly they were comfortable and usable spaces that jived with and enhanced the interior of our home - a true room outside.
Fast forward to 2024 and we had found a new home that was not fully built yet. Nearly the first thing that we did was to tell the developer for the new house that he could tell his landscaper to kick bricks because we were only interested in working with Reveal once again! Sean immediately made time in his schedule for us and, once again, produced an absolute banger of a design for our front yard, garage deck, roof deck, and (my favorite) our glass-enclosed atrium. Much like the first time, the design and installation process have been a joy and we are so happy to once again be living in a Reveal Design garden!
Don't bother talking to anyone else, Reveal Design is the best in Chicago! Your garden will thank you.
Jane Makin
Sep 2024
“We had a great experience with the Reveal team on our large backyard project.”
We had a great experience with the Reveal team on our large backyard project. You can rely on their high standards, timeliness and fairness.
