Perkins + Will was founded in 1939 by architects Lawrence Perkins and Philip Will. Perkins + Will first attracted public attention in 1940 through the Crow Island School in Winnetka, Illinois.
For Perkins + Will, to stay strong in the business of architecture and design, the philosophy of sustainable design is important. Perkins + Will has more Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accredited professionals than any other architecture and design company in North America. In 2011, the company announced that its 100th sustainable building is LEED certified.