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Home Designers & Architects in Salem, MA

Find vetted house cleaners near Salem, Massachusetts. Here are 24 home designers — recurring, move-in/out, and deep cleaning. Most offer free estimates. Providers listed in Salem cover architects, residential home designers and interior designers. Salem sits in Essex County, Massachusetts. Other Massachusetts cities covered include Boston, Worcester and Salisbury.

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1. Liebstudios Architects

6 Milk St

2. Pitman & Wardley Associates, Llc Architects

32 Church St

3. Henley Design Interior Designers

32 Church St Ste 2

4. Seger Architects, Inc Architects

10 Derby Sq

5. R E Rumpf Associates Architects

75 North St

6. Kemosabe Architects

75 North St

7. Anita Clark Design Llc Interior Designers

121 Loring Ave

8. Helen F Sides Architect Architects

35 Broad St

9. Winter Street Architects Architects

27 Congress St

10. SL Haus Group Architects

27 Congress St Ste 1408

11. Miller & Favazzo Properties Residential Home Designers

27 Congress St

12. Nilsson + Siden Associates Inc Architects

262 Essex St

13. Incremental Developers Residential Home Designers

2 Margin St # 904

14. Derby Square Architects Architects

11 Derby Square Ste 4

15. Jones Architecture Architects

10 Derby Sq

16. Katie Hutchison Studio Architects

125 Derby St

17. Tektoniks Architects Architects

Salem, MA

18. Flow Design - Architects Architects

50 Grove St Ste 226

19. Gray Architects Inc Architects

9a Derby Sq # 3704

20. Gundersen Architects Architects

20 Central St Ste 2

21. Watson Architects Architects

57 Wharf St

22. Livermore-architecture, Inc Architects

53 Mason St

23. Kontseptual, Inc. Architects + Interior Planners Architects

10 Derby Sq

24. Whaler's Lane Residential Home Designers

Salem, MA

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

We currently track 24 residential architects and home designers serving Salem, MA in Essex County.

What home design costs in Salem

Home designers and architects in Salem 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 Salem

  • 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 Salem-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 Salem?
  • 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 Salem 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 Salem?

Salem 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 Salem?

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