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

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1. Z North Studio Interior Designers

1100 15th St NW

2. Urban Edge Residential Home Designers

1090 Vermont Ave Nw Ste 910

3. Wiencek + Associates Architects + Planners Architects

1100 Vermont Ave Nw Ste 800 Fl 8

4. Interior Systems Inc Architects

1201 15th St Nw # 2

5. Design Up Interior Designers

14th & N Streets, NW Logan/Thomas Circles, 1401 N St NW #815

6. Martinez & Johnson Architecture Architects

1001 G St Nw Ste 250

7. Fillat+ Architecture Architects

1432 K St NW

8. Sjg Properties Residential Home Designers

805 15th St Nw Ste 625

9. Robinson & Associates, Inc. Architects

725 15th St Nw Ste 600

10. Concept Lab Cre Residential Home Designers

1440 G St NW

11. United World Infrastructure (uwi) Residential Home Designers

1455 Pennsylvania Ave NW

12. Craddock Local Solutions, Llc Residential Home Designers

1455 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Ste 400

13. Mv+a Architects Architects

1200 G St Nw Ste 250

14. Reform, Llc Architects

1200 G St Nw Ste 800

15. Civitas Public Affairs Group Architects

601 13th St Nw Ste 730n

16. Karn Charuhas Chapman & Twohey Architects

1350 Eye St Nw Ste 950

17. Romo Interior Designers

1099 14th St Nw Ste 260

18. National Immigration Law Center Architects

1121 14th St Nw Ste 200

19. Press Express, Inc. Interior Designers

1201 Eye St NW

20. Capitol Cash Offer Residential Home Designers

1300 I St Nw Ste 400e

21. Ellis Development Group Residential Home Designers

700 12th St NW

22. El Studio Architects

1319 Naylor Ct NW

23. Gronning Architects Architects

926 N St NW

24. Collective Architecture Architects

1003 K St Nw Ste 500

25. Quadrangle Development Corporation Residential Home Designers

1001 G 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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