Founded in 2005, UIC (Urban Improvement Conglomerate) is a design-focused, integrated development, architecture and construction firm based in the Botanical Heights neighborhood of St. Louis, MO. Through its three divisions – Urban Improvement Company, Refine by UIC and UIC Homes – the UIC practice offers both residential and commercial clients holistic building solutions with an emphasis on progressive design. UIC Homes has been one of the largest home builders in the city of St. Louis for almost a decade with a focus on urban improvement and in 2018 expanded regionally with the projects Santino Court in Creve Coeur, MO and Winding Rose in Troy, IL. UIC Homes is committed to architecture that provides innovative and practical models for modern living. The company designs creative spaces that enables clients to live their best life in vibrant and sustainable neighborhoods. Refine by UIC is committed to creating real-life designs for projects of all sizes and types. We deliver quick answers to complex questions and create custom solutions through a collaborative cross-disciplinary practice.