Gary Karasek is an award-winning artist who counts design, furniture creation, landscape and art sculptures among his achievements.

As president and CEO of Karasek/GLK Development, LLC in belleville, he is LEED certified and strives to instill green philosophies into every project, something he's accomplished with the Writers Lofts in downtown Belleville, Ill.

Generally speaking, Karasek's main offering is meaningful design and architecture. "Every project deserves an element of individuality and personalization. We incorporate elements of environmental accountability to every client through the building's structure, materials, interior finishes and energy efficient systems," he says.

The full-service architectural firm committed to the development of creative yet environmentally accountable components of space for the betterment of community, lifestyle and family in a manner that reflects responsible stewardship of the environment, natural resources and talent.

As is benefitting Karasek's philosophy, sustainable homes are set in moderate square footage requirements with native landscaping, energy efficient systems and appliances and minimized use of water, gas and electric.

--St.louis At Home Magazine