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Home Designers & Architects in Philadelphia, PA

Need a house cleaner in Philadelphia? Below are 424 home designers serving Philadelphia, PA — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in Philadelphia cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Philadelphia sits in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. Other Pennsylvania cities covered include Pittsburgh, Phoenixville and Pine.

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1. Core States Group Architects

1315 Walnut St Ste 300

2. BRR Architecture Architects

600 Chestnut St Ste 630

3. Ojb Landscape Architecture Architects

1760 Market St Ste 501

4. Stantec Architects

Three Logan Square, 1717 Arch St Ste 200

5. Bohlin Cywinski Jackson Architects

123 S Broad St Ste 2900

6. Hera Inc Architects

230 S Broad St Ste 201

7. Andropogon Associates Architects

10 Shurs Ln

8. Alexander Perry Interior Designers

2929 Arch St Ste Cira

9. Bernardon Architects

1315 Walnut St Ste 600

10. Jporleans Residential Home Designers

1819 John F Kennedy Blvd Ste 360

11. OCD Developers Residential Home Designers

40 Trent Rd

12. Formcraft Interior Designers

1515 Market St Ste 1710

13. Formwork Architects Architects

123 S Broad St

14. Varenhorst Architects Architects

230 N 21st St

15. KieranTimberlake Architects

841 N American St

16. Hoffman Design Group Interior Designers

3115 E Thompson St

17. Spak Group Residential Home Designers

5020 Pentridge St

18. O Z Collaborative Architects

4818 Baltimore Ave

19. BWA architecture + planning Architects

230 N 2nd St

20. Bellweather Design Build Interior Designers

4613 Woodland Ave

21. Marianna Thomas Architects Architects

3961 Baltimore Ave

22. Helping Hands Philadelphia Residential Home Designers

2301 Washington Ave

23. Mark B Thompson Associates Architects

502 S 24th St

24. Caulk, John R Architects

2223 Spruce St

25. Lauren Thomsen Design Architects

246 S 22nd St

Home designers & architects in Philadelphia, PA: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Philadelphia, PA in Philadelphia County.

What home design costs in Philadelphia

Home designers and architects in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia

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

Questions to ask before you hire

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

Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

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