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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 and residential home designers. Washington sits in District of Columbia County, District of Columbia.

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1. Gdg Architects

1255 23rd St NW

2. Harpole Archtects PC Architects

1413 Wisconsin Ave NW Unit B

3. Chad Hoeft Design Interior Designers

1111 23rd St NW

4. Heller & Metzger P C Architects

1899 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Ste 220

5. Top Shelf Design Interior Designers

2001 L St NW Suite: 500

6. Bentley Mills, Inc. Interior Designers

2001 L St Nw Ste 450

7. Archtr Architects

1100 L St NW

8. Lee And Associates, Inc. Architects

2000 M St Nw Ste 270

9. Pennant Housing Group Residential Home Designers

1900 M St NW

10. Lowe Residential Home Designers

1300 Connecticut Ave Nw Ste 900

11. Evans & Katz Llc. Architects

1900 L St Nw Ste 800

12. PGN Architects, PLLC Architects

210 7th St SE

13. Rtkl Associates Architects

1250 Connecticut Ave NW

14. The Oxbridge Group Residential Home Designers

1250 Connecticut Ave Nw Ste 700

15. Kramer Consulting Services, PC Architects

1250 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 201

16. K+P Architects Architects

1250 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 201

17. Eesa Architects

1101 Connecticut Ave Nw Ste 410

18. Cinnovas Development Group Architects

1717 K St Nw Ste 900

19. Barr Group International Llc Architects

1725 I St Nw Ste 300

20. Kube Architecture Architects

1700 Connecticut Ave NW

21. PGR Interior Designers

5208 MacArthur Blvd NW

22. Fwi Custom Homes Llc Residential Home Designers

5185 Macarthur Blvd Nw # 620

23. Design 1 Architect Architects

4836 MacArthur Blvd NW

24. Mv Architects Architects

4818 MacArthur Blvd NW

25. Cliff Elmore Architects Pllc Architects

4900 Massachusetts Ave Nw Ste 330

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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