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Home Designers & Architects in Evanston, IL

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 61 home designers cover Evanston, IL — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in Evanston cover architects, interior designers, kitchen & bath designers and residential home designers. Evanston sits in Cook County, Illinois. Other Illinois cities covered include Chicago, Aurora and Evergreen Park.

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1. S 2 Architects Architects

3056 Hartzell St

2. Goss Group Inc Architects

1601 Sherman Ave Ste 530

3. Hans Design, Inc. Interior Designers

3006 Central St Fl 2

4. Normandy Remodeling Kitchen & Bath Designers

2929 Central St

5. Morgante Wilson Architects Architects

2834 Central St

6. NextHaus Alliance Interior Designers

1642 Payne St

7. Kendall Place Residential Home Designers

2419-2499 Orrington Ave

8. kuelbs+rogers, ltd. Interior Designers

1421 Leonard Pl

9. Roberts Architects & Construction Architects

1319 Emerson St

10. Jennifer Harris Interiors Interior Designers

1414 Ridge Ave

11. Kaufman O'Neil Architecture Architects

1102 Davis St

12. Mcguire Igleski & Associates, Inc. Architects

1330 Sherman Ave

13. Coco Design & Build Interior Designers

1304 Chicago Ave

14. Christy Foran Design Interior Designers

1501A Chicago Ave

15. Kolbrook Design, Inc. Architects

828 Davis St

16. Behles+behles Architects

818 Church St

17. Paul Janicki Architects Architects

1718 Sherman Ave Ste 310

18. Brinshore Development Residential Home Designers

1603 Orrington Ave

19. Sarfatty Associates Ltd Architects

500 Davis St Ste 615

20. VN Studio Kitchen & Bath Designers

400 Main St 4A

21. Luxury Bath & Tile Kitchen & Bath Designers

3008 Central St

22. Maria Topper Styling & Redesign Interior Designers

1909 Livingston St

23. Grumman/butkus Associates Architects

820 Davis St

24. Thomas Shafer Architects Architects

939 Chicago Ave

25. Frame One Interior Designers

1630 Payne St

Home designers & architects in Evanston, IL: a local guide

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

What home design costs in Evanston

Home designers and architects in Evanston 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 Evanston

  • 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 Evanston-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.
  • Confirm licensing and who stamps the drawings, and whether they handle permits and inspections.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Do you handle permits and inspections in Evanston?
  • 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?

Many Evanston 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 Evanston?

Evanston 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 Evanston?

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