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Home Designers & Architects in Washington, DC

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 527 home designers cover Washington, DC — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in Washington cover architects, interior designers, residential home designers and kitchen & bath designers. Washington sits in District of Columbia County, District of Columbia.

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1. First District Designs Interior Designers

1300 G St NE

2. Aesthetic Answers Interior Designers

719 13th St NE

3. Norman Smith Architecture Architects

1341 H St NE

4. Randy’s Carpet & Interiors Inc. Interior Designers

1629 Benning Rd Ne Fl 2

5. Mantra Flats Residential Home Designers

315 18th Pl NE

6. Lisa & Leroy Interior Designers

1503 Independence Ave SE

7. Architrave P.c. Architects Architects

420 10th St SE

8. Avanti Woodworks Kitchen & Bath Designers

218 9th St SE

9. Stanton Development Corporation Residential Home Designers

305 7th St SE

10. John Giesecke Design Studio Interior Designers

633 E St SE

11. Oehme, Van Sweden | Ovs Architects

800 G St SE

12. Business Architects

731 8th St Se Ste 302

13. Staples & Charles, Ltd. Architects

731 8th St Se Ste 302

14. Potomac Asla Architects

715 G St SE

15. Jordan Honeyman Landscape Architecture Architects

711 Florida Ave NW

16. Citadel Architects

1212 Pennsylvania Ave SE

17. Alizzi Construction Residential Home Designers

515 M St SE #102a

18. Cb Development Llc Residential Home Designers

3251 Mount Pleasant St NW

19. Forma Design Inc Interior Designers

1524 U St Nw Ste 200

20. Hunt Laudi Studio Architects

1504 Swann St NW

21. Redwood Ventures Architects

1434 Park Rd NW

22. Cultivate Ventures Residential Home Designers

1425 Euclid St NW

23. Bike Room Designs Architects

1412 Q St NW

24. Abdo Development Llc Residential Home Designers

1416 P St NW

25. Rippeteau Architects Pc Architects

1530 14th St NW

Home designers & architects in Washington, DC: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Washington, DC in District of Columbia County.

What home design costs in Washington

Home designers and architects in Washington typically charge a flat fee for a defined scope, an hourly rate (commonly $100-$250/hr) for consulting, or a percentage of construction cost (often 8-15%) for full-service projects. Ask for a written proposal that spells out deliverables, revisions, and who handles permits.

How to choose a home designer in Washington

  • Ask how many revisions are included and how changes are billed.
  • Ask whether they'll coordinate with your builder and stay involved during construction.
  • Read reviews for communication and deadlines — the common complaints are slow drawings and scope creep.
  • Match the pro to the job — an architect for structural or complex work, a home designer for many remodels and additions.
  • Review a portfolio of built Washington-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • How many revisions are included?
  • Will you stay involved during construction?
  • Can I see built projects like mine?
  • Is your fee flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost?
  • Are you licensed, and who stamps the drawings?

Many Washington listings also handle new-home design, additions, remodels, and permit-ready construction drawings.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a home designer or architect cost in Washington?

Washington designers and architects charge a flat fee for a set scope, an hourly rate often around $100 to $250 an hour, or a percentage of construction cost, commonly 8 to 15 percent, for full-service projects. Ask for a written proposal.

Do I need an architect or a home designer?

For structural changes, additions, or complex builds you generally want a licensed architect. For many remodels and straightforward new homes a home designer can handle it for less. Ask who stamps the drawings.

Will the designer handle permits in Washington?

Many do, or they prepare permit-ready drawings and coordinate with the Washington building department. Confirm this up front, as it saves time and rejected submittals.

How long does home design take?

A concept can take a few weeks; full construction drawings for a custom home or major addition often run one to three months, plus permit review.

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