About

Full service design & build

With thirty years of experience in architecture and construction, Windward has completed over one hundred residential and commercial projects located along the east coast and abroad.

Windward was founded by Elliot J. Siderides who remains the company’s President. Mr. Siderides holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Cornell University and is the firm’s principal designer and contractor. Windward’s team includes licensed architects, engineers, and surveyors, framers, trim carpenters, roofers, siders, masons, flooring and tile contractors, pool contractors, landscapers, fine craftsmen and many others. The unique relationships between these professionals and skilled artisans leads to an efficient and rewarding process from concept to conclusion.

Windward has completed projects in the following locations:

Residential

  • CT: New Canaan, Darien, Rowayton, Greenwich, Stamford
  • NY: Rye, Harrison, NYC (West Village)
  • FL: Delray Beach, Vero Beach
  • RI: Watch Hill
  • ME: Kennebunkport, Goose Rocks Beach
  • Abroad: Greek Islands, Bahamas

Commercial

  • New Canaan
  • Greenwich
  • Stamford

Services We Offer

Windward Development provides full service turn-key development. All of the details are handled and managed through our company. This high-end integrated approach by our design-build team allows for an expedited schedule all under one contract.

Plan

  • Property acquisition advice
  • Development and zoning advice
  • Conceptual site development and preliminary board approvals

Design

  • Design development with final board and municipal approvals
  • Conceptual design, including landscape architecture with detailed and realistic estimates
  • Proven green technology and sustainable development
  • Final drawings and specifications

Build

  • In-house millwork design and construction
  • Implementation and coordination of all disciplines
  • Photo documentation of project process
  • Seamless transition and orientation

Awards & Publications

Year
Type
Organization
Description
2010
Publication
Portland Magazine
“California Sweet”
2005
Publication
Better Homes and Gardens
“Best Kitchens, 2004”
2004
Publication
Better Homes and Gardens
“Kitchen, Bed & Bath Ideas”
2004
Publication
New Canaan Country School
“The Winter Club: A Glistening Partnership”
1997
Publication
Builder/Architect
“Maintaining Timeless Structures with Modern Construction”
2001
Award
New Canaan Chamber of Commerce
Golden Shovel Award
1991
Award
Greenwich Arts Council
Merit Citation: Facade of Putnam Trust Company
1991
Publication
Greenwich Time
“Shops Rise in Chimney Corner Inn Site”
1991
Publication
New York Times
“Inn is Out, Shops Are In”
1989
Publication
Greenwich Time
“Price of Moving Helps Remodeling Boom”