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Home Designers & Architects in Charleston, SC

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in Charleston? We list 182 local home designers across Charleston and nearby South Carolina, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in Charleston cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Charleston sits in Charleston County, South Carolina. Other South Carolina cities covered include Columbia, Cheraw and Chesnee.

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1. ajarch Architects

538 King St

2. AV Interior Design Interior Designers

Spring St

3. Bello Garris Architects Architects

76 Spring St

4. B. Berry Interiors Interior Designers

79 Cannon St

5. Surculus Architects

62A Cannon St

6. Goff D'antonio Associates Architects

34 Radcliffe St

7. Simons Young + Associates Architects

3 Morris St Ste B

8. Thomas & Denzinger Architects Architects

138 St Philip St #200

9. cumulus architecture Architects

42 Warren St

10. J Jilich Design & Associates Interior Designers

112B Bull St

11. Bennett Hospitality Residential Home Designers

17 Lockwood Dr

12. Miller Development Residential Home Designers

33 Lockwood Dr Slip F28

13. Singleton Interiors Interior Designers

572 Savannah Hwy Ste 3

14. R IV Architecture Architects

513 A Savannah Hwy

15. Coast Architects Architects

671 St Andrews Blvd

16. Carolina House Plans Inc Architects

659 Saint Andrews Blvd

17. Lee Edwards Entertainment Architects

811 Savannah Hwy

18. Myles Trudell Architect, Llc Architects

845 Savannah Hwy

19. Sand Creek Construction Residential Home Designers

218 Howle Ave

20. Lucas & Associates Interior Designs Interior Designers

2041 Wappoo Dr Ste A

21. Spivey Architects Architects

147 Wappoo Creek Dr

22. M Brennan Architects Inc Architects

113 Wappoo Creek Dr Ste 4

23. Rosenblum Coe Architects Inc Architects

121 Wentworth St

24. Broderick Design Group Architects

760 Brown Dr

25. Home Organizing by Jen Interior Designers

579 Folly Rd Unit 12165

Home designers & architects in Charleston, SC: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Charleston, SC in Charleston County.

What home design costs in Charleston

Home designers and architects in Charleston 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 Charleston

  • Review a portfolio of built Charleston-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.
  • Ask whether they'll coordinate with your builder and stay involved during construction.

Questions to ask before you hire

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

Many Charleston 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 Charleston?

Charleston 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 Charleston?

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