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Home Designers & Architects in Des Plaines, IL

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 28 home designers cover Des Plaines, IL — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in Des Plaines cover architects, interior designers, kitchen & bath designers and residential home designers. Des Plaines sits in Cook County, Illinois. Other Illinois cities covered include Chicago, Aurora and Dixon.

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1. Chipman Design Architecture Architects

1350 East Touhy Avenue First Floor East

2. Gsp Development Residential Home Designers

1111 E Touhy Ave Ste 230

3. New Home Cabinets Kitchen & Bath Designers

174 Touhy Ct

4. New Line Kitchen And Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

721 W Golf Rd

5. Levin Associates Architects

1455 E Golf Rd Ste 200

6. Haven Home Studio Interior Designers

194 Grove Ave

7. Alr Associates Architects

1030 E Northwest Hwy

8. Desmond Landscape Architects

727 1st Ave Ste 2

9. Landmark Design Group, Llc Architects

1460 Market St Ste 205

10. Jacqueline Zinn Interior Design Studio Interior Designers

1646 River St

11. Woro Home Solutions Kitchen & Bath Designers

2615 Eisenhower Dr

12. V R Development Partners Residential Home Designers

2800 S River Rd

13. Thomas Architects Architects

2800 S River Rd

14. The Missner Group Residential Home Designers

1700 W Higgins Rd

15. Addison Woodworking Co Kitchen & Bath Designers

2230 Douglas Ave

16. Bcr Architects Architects

1000 E Oakton St # 2734

17. Kp + J Architects And Engineers Architects

960 Rand Rd Ste 220

18. Chris Winogradzki Architects, Ltd Architects

115 Oakwood Ave

19. Walter J. Hainsfurther & Associates, Ltd. Architects

701 Lee St Ste 900

20. Camburas Theodore Ltd Architects

2454 E Dempster St Ste 202

21. American Pride Custom Cabinets Interior Designers

1484 Rand Rd

22. Home Envy Staging Interior Designers

1279 Rand Rd

23. Decor-technik Group Interior Designers

1253 Rand Rd

24. Creative Services Associates Interior Designers

950 Lee St Ste 120

25. Alpine Camera Co Interior Designers

686 Lee St

Home designers & architects in Des Plaines, IL: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Des Plaines, IL in Cook County.

What home design costs in Des Plaines

Home designers and architects in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines

  • 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 Des Plaines-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.
  • Confirm licensing and who stamps the drawings, and whether they handle permits and inspections.
  • Pin down the fee structure up front — flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost.

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 Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines?

Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines?

Many do, or they prepare permit-ready drawings and coordinate with the Des Plaines 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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