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Home Designers & Architects in Washington, DC

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 527 home designers cover Washington, DC — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in Washington cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Washington sits in District of Columbia County, District of Columbia.

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1. Ncidq Examination Architects

1602 L St NW

2. Studio 27 Architecture Architects

1600 K St Nw Ste 201

3. Student Loan Servicing Allianc Interior Designers

1155 15th St Nw # 801

4. Tct Cost Consultants Llc Architects

1090 Vermont Ave NW

5. Arck Note Architects

1025 Vermont Ave NW

6. Square 134 Architects Architects

1432 K St Nw Ste 200

7. Affordable Housing Coalition Architects

1000 Vermont Ave NW

8. Davis Carter Scott Ltd Interior Designers

805 15th St Nw Ste 1100

9. Gr Group Asia Architects

1440 G St NW

10. Powe Jones Architects Architects

1225 I St NW

11. Waldon Studio Architects & Planners/dc Pllc Architects

1250 I St Nw Ste 1250

12. Geoze - Tardigrade Human Genome Foundup Interior Designers

1115 Massachusetts Ave NW

13. Eckert & Associates Architects

412 1st St SE

14. Architect Of The Capitol / Library Of Congress Architects

101 Independence Ave SE

15. Hoffman-madison Waterfront Residential Home Designers

760 Maine Ave SW

16. Office Of Disability Employment Policy Architects

200 Constitution Ave NW

17. Edgemoor 48, Llc Architects

325 7th St NW

18. Emotive Architecture, Pllc Architects

777 6th St Nw Fl 11

19. Capitol Hill Computer Corner Interior Designers

1500 D St SE

20. Nuance Interiors Interior Designers

611 Pennsylvania Ave SE PMB 450

21. Alter Associates Architects

715 G St SE

22. Teass \ Warren Architects Architects

515 M St SE

23. Jl Development, Inc Architects

1469 Church St NW

24. The Creative Industry Interior Designers

1342 Florida Ave NW

25. Providence Construction & Contracting Services Llc Architects

7826 Eastern Ave Nw Ste 307

Home designers & architects in Washington, DC: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Washington, DC in District of Columbia County.

What home design costs in Washington

Home designers and architects in Washington 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 Washington

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

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 Washington 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 Washington?

Washington 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 Washington?

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