Mr. Morgan began his real estate development career in 1992 for United Airlines as corporate-wide manager of capital investments and improvements. John started residential multi-unit building development and refurbishing single family homes in Chicago in 1997. After living in Paris, John returned to Chicago to start Savane Properties with the goal of designing and building superior homes. He is the son of an architect and brother to a carpenter and contractor.  John enjoys playing ice hockey on the weekends and has played in numerous jazz and blues bands over the years.

At Savane, Mike is highly engaged in assisting clients with their home design and well as working in the field to translate the ideal into reality. Prior to joining the Savane team, Mike was with Charles Vincent George Designs, Landrosh Development, and DeStefano and Partners in various project management design roles. His responsibilities included code/zoning research, planning/design, construction contracting, and client/consultant coordination for luxury single family homes, multiunit residential, commercial tenant build outs, and schools. Mike coaches tee ball and enjoys spending time with his family on the weekends.

Kevin leads the architecture department and is highly engaged with clients and the skillful creativity needed to lead successful projects. His knowledge and experience in navigating Chicago’s building codes along with his ability to guide clients through Savane’s design process makes for an enjoyable and efficient experience. Kevin’s background is heavy in luxury urban residential design throughout Chicago, having worked with Landrosh Development, FitzGerald Associates, and Skidmore Owings and Merrill. Being from Wisconsin, Kevin is unfortunately a Packer fan.  He also enjoys coaching his children and spending time with his young family in his spare time.

Rich has been in construction for over 15 years. Before joining Savane he was a construction manager for Impressionist Homes and Radic Construction. His experience spans from luxury custom single family homes to commercial construction.

Prior to joining Savane, Forest worked as a Project Architect for several well-known Chicago architecture firms such as Destefano + Partners, Solomon Cordwell Buenz and Lucien Lagrange Architects.  He has worked on projects ranging in scale from small retail to high-rise residential both domestically and internationally. Forest enjoys playing his guitar, riding his bike and spending time with his wife and daughter on the weekends.

Cynthia knew she wanted to be an Architect since the age of nine. From that point on, design has been an all-consuming addiction for her. She loves the challenge of blending beauty and function to suit each unique project. Cynthia offers both a practical and aesthetic perspective derived from a diverse background of employment with Architects, Developers and Builders on a multitude of project types. Prior to joining the Savane team, Cynthia was a Project Architect at Environs Development for almost a decade. Cynthia also loves to read, bake and is infatuated with all things Italian. When not designing, she enjoys time with her husband and growing family.

At Savane, Jean is highly involved with helping families realize their dream homes, working with them from initial design concept to permit plans to final construction. Prior joining the Savane team, Jean worked for almost a decade with Orren Pickell Builders as a Project Designer for high-end custom residential homes in the North Shore area. Jean also spent more than a few days in the U.S. Marine Corps. Last but not least: Bear Down, Chicago Bears!!!

Silvia has worked in corporate accounting with TransUnion Credit Corp and Blackman Kallick LLP as a public accountant. In 2005 Silvia started her own practice offering accounting consulting to small business in Chicago before starting at Savane in 2010.

Prior to joining Savane, Matthew worked extensively developing luxury, high-end single family residences in the North Shore area of Chicago with Heritage Builders and Architech Contractors. His European education coupled with his American experience equips him with a unique mixture in understanding the construction and planning of modern houses. Matthew is thrilled to see that his older son shares his passion for architecture and is currently studying at the University of Illinois. During his free time, Matthew loves to ski, play tennis, and follow Formula One racing.

Before joining Savane Properties, Ed previously operated F & K Construction for 15 years. His experience includes customer service, project management, estimating, framing, finish carpentry, plumbing, painting and electrical.

Brian comes to Savane with over 10 years of construction experience.  Brian started his career as a residential and commercial carpenter.  His primary focus for the last 7 years has been in the high-end home market in both Lincoln Park and Bucktown.  He has worked on over 35 multi-million dollar homes, focusing on the high level of detail and precision it takes to complete such a house.  Brian prides himself on the great customer care he offers to clients and his general knowledge and understanding of all facets of construction.  Brian enjoys the outdoors including white water rafting.

Ruthie moved home to Chicago after receiving her BA where local fashion designer Jane Hamill introduced her to the world of design. Fashion design became interior design when Jane asked Ruthie to

project manage the build-out of the new space for the Jane Hamill boutique in Lincoln Park. After receiving her
BFA in Interior Design she worked for JP Interiors, working on high-end residential interior design and decorating. Those projects were located through-out the city, as well as across the country. Ruthie has been working with Savane since 2010.

Prior to joining the Savane Team, Sandy worked for American Management Systems as a Project Manager. She has also been an independent consulting providing process improvement services. Sandy enjoys painting and photography.