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Home Designers & Architects in Richmond, VA

Need a house cleaner in Richmond? Below are 351 home designers serving Richmond, VA — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in Richmond cover architects, residential home designers, interior designers and kitchen & bath designers. Richmond sits in Richmond city County, Virginia. Other Virginia cities covered include Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and Roanoke.

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1. Gresham Smith Architects

919 E Main St Ste 1200

2. ENV Architecture + Design Architects

2701 W Cary St.

3. Aecom Architects

7870 Villa Park Dr Ste 400

4. Mungo Homes - Richmond Residential Home Designers

8253 Crown Colony Pkwy

5. Architectural Design Studio Architects

2930 W Broad St Ste 9

6. Easystones RVA Architects

4259 Carolina Ave

7. Design Source Inc. Interior Designers

5401 Lewis Rd Ste A

8. Studio M Interior Designers

6960 Forest Hill Ave

9. Kahler Slater Architects

104 Shockoe Slip

10. Commonwealth Architects, P.c. Architects

101 Shockoe Slip Fl 3

11. Balzer & Associates, a Westwood company Architects

15871 City View Dr Ste 200

12. Carol Pipes Interior Design Interior Designers

10620 Patterson Ave

13. William's Handcrafted Kitchen & Bath Designers

12601 River Rd

14. Main Street Homes Residential Home Designers

15871 City View Dr Ste 100

15. Timmons Kelley Architects Architects

14005 Steeplestone Dr # D

16. Commonwealth Sports Turf Services Architects

247 Wylderose Ct

17. George Golf Design Architects

14332 Justice Rd

18. Posh Home Interior Designers

13702 Village Mill Dr

19. De Stefano Architectural Group Architects

13702 Village Mill Dr Ste 204

20. Sycamore Place Residential Home Designers

121 Coalfield Rd

21. Designer Services LLC Architects

13356 Midlothian Tpke Suite 101

22. Huguenot Builders Inc Residential Home Designers

14430 Sommerville Ct Ste C

23. Kelly Brown Interiors Interior Designers

1901 E Franklin St Ste 119

24. Watkins Centre Property Residential Home Designers

698 Watkins Centre Pkwy

25. Commonwealth Curb Appeal Architects

17401 Midlothian Tpke

Home designers & architects in Richmond, VA: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Richmond, VA in Richmond city County.

What home design costs in Richmond

Home designers and architects in Richmond 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 Richmond

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

Questions to ask before you hire

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

Richmond 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 Richmond?

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