Ronnie is a professional interior designer whose love and passion for architecture inspired him to become a tour guide. After being laid off during the pandemic, he reinvented himself by starting his own design firm and also focused intensely on his hobby of photography, resulting in a multi-faceted career doing all the things he loves!

During this time he also created the popular Instagram account @doorwaysofchicago just for fun and as the account grew he had an idea to host walking tours exploring Chicago's many iconic and historic neighborhoods. They soon became sold out blockbusters!

"My work in photography allows me to paint a picture, tell a story, deliver a message, and strike a chord. Likewise exploring Chicago's historic neighborhoods is like a portal through which I enter a peaceful and meditative state of “no thinking”. I’m excited to share my pathways with you and hope to inspire you to find that “off” button in your mind! See you out on the trails!" -Ronnie Frey