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Home Designers & Architects in Portland, ME

Need a house cleaner in Portland? Below are 107 home designers serving Portland, ME — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in Portland cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Portland sits in Cumberland County, Maine. Other Maine cities covered include Lewiston, Rockland and Rockport.

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1. Shinberg Consulting Residential Home Designers

181 State St

2. AAmp Studio Architects Architects

181 State St #301

3. SRL Architects Architects

Pitt St

4. Kitchen Cove Design Studio Interior Designers

330 Forest Ave

5. Port City Architecture Pa Architects

65 Newbury St

6. The Prentice Organization Residential Home Designers

110 Thames St

7. Balance Design Studio Interior Designers

38 Diamond St

8. Eyder Curated Kitchens and Home Interior Designers

118 Congress St No.101

9. Urban Dwellings Interior Designers

118 Congress St

10. Reed & Co Architecture Architects

46 Cumberland Ave

11. CHA Architecture Architects

49 Dartmouth St

12. Arcadia Designworks Architects

199 Prospect St # A

13. Mey & Co Interior Designers

630 Forest Ave Ste 3

14. WBRC Inc. Architects

701 Forest Ave

15. Whipple | Callender Architects Architects

136 Pleasant Ave

16. Michael Charek Architects Architects

25 Hartley St

17. Alc Property Services Architects

68 Bishop St Ste 3 Ofc 6

18. Kendrick & Bloom Llc Architects

160 Presumpscot St

19. Developers Collaborative Residential Home Designers

631 Stevens Ave

20. Liro-hill Architects

500 Washington Ave Fl 2

21. Barrett Made Architects

655 Riverside St

22. Manchester Designs Interior Designers

1415 Forest Ave

23. Patrick J Carroll Architects

217 Commercial St Ste 200

24. Aceto Landscape Architects Architects

424 Fore St Ste 3

25. The Szanton Company Residential Home Designers

10 Free St Fl 3

Home designers & architects in Portland, ME: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Portland, ME in Cumberland County.

What home design costs in Portland

Home designers and architects in Portland 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 Portland

  • 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 Portland-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Are you licensed, and who stamps the drawings?
  • Do you handle permits and inspections in Portland?
  • How many revisions are included?
  • Will you stay involved during construction?
  • Can I see built projects like mine?

Many Portland 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 Portland?

Portland 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 Portland?

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