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Home Designers & Architects in Melrose, MA

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in Melrose? We list 9 local home designers across Melrose and nearby Massachusetts, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in Melrose cover architects, interior designers, kitchen & bath designers and residential home designers. Melrose sits in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Other Massachusetts cities covered include Boston, Worcester and Mendon.

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1. J. Bradley Architects LLC Architects

403 Franklin St

2. Ciulla's Home Design Kitchen & Bath Designers

43 Forest St

3. Dilillo Associates Architects

16 Crystal St

4. Curl Architecture Architects

31 Essex St

5. Ana Donohue Interiors Interior Designers

19 W Foster St

6. RIO Architects and Builders Architects

21 Trenton St

7. Delgreco Design Interior Designers

234 W Emerson St

8. Landscapers Inc Architects

91 Sycamore Rd

9. Blueberry Hill Lane Estates Residential Home Designers

16 Blueberry Hill Ln

Home designers & architects in Melrose, MA: a local guide

We currently track 9 residential architects and home designers serving Melrose, MA in Middlesex County.

What home design costs in Melrose

Home designers and architects in Melrose 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 Melrose

  • Pin down the fee structure up front — flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost.
  • 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.

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 Melrose 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 Melrose?

Melrose 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 Melrose?

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