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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 interior designers and architects. Evanston sits in Cook County, Illinois. Other Illinois cities covered include Chicago, Aurora and Evergreen Park.

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1. Amy Kartheiser Design, Llc Interior Designers

1804 Central St

2. Deep Design Studio, Inc. Architects

820 Davis St Ste 120

3. Philipsborn Designs Interior Designers

1234 Sherman Ave Ste 202

4. Hayward Blake & Company Interior Designers

1234 Sherman Ave Ste 200

5. Custom Label Source Interior Designers

2859 Central St

6. Hlb, Llc. (formerly Herbst Lazar Bell) Interior Designers

1611 Simpson St Ste 3

7. Stuart Cohen & Julie Hacker Architects Architects

1322 Sherman Ave

8. Blopro Interior Designers

633 Clark St

9. Pasma Group Inc Architects

1601 Sherman Ave

10. Yas Fischel Partnership Architects

1603 Orrington Ave Ste 1000

11. Health Newsletters Direct Interior Designers

1603 Orrington Ave Ste 1200

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

We currently track 11 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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