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Home Designers & Architects in Des Moines, IA

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 65 home designers cover Des Moines, IA — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in Des Moines cover architects, residential home designers, kitchen & bath designers and interior designers. Des Moines sits in Polk County, Iowa. Other Iowa cities covered include Cedar Rapids, DeWitt and Dubuque.

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1. Knop Killeen Architects Architects

319 SW 5th St Ste 103

2. CONNECT Architecture Architects

901 Thomas Beck Rd Ste 301

3. Mandelbaum Properties Residential Home Designers

319 Sw 5th St Ste 103

4. Saxton Interior Designers

108 3rd St Ste 100

5. OPN Architects Inc Architects

100 Court Ave #100

6. Christensen Development Residential Home Designers

215 E 3rd St

7. Kitchen & Bath Ideas Iowa Kitchen & Bath Designers

130 E 3rd St

8. A1 Cabinet And Granite, L.l.c. Kitchen & Bath Designers

710 E Army Post Rd

9. Designco Architects

621 Des Moines St Ste F

10. Aim Kitchen & Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

2624 Beaver Ave

11. Rally Cap Properties Residential Home Designers

2643 Beaver Ave PMB 349

12. Gtg Companies Architects

2717 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy

13. Concepts In Design Inc. Architects

855 17th St

14. DEV Partners Residential Home Designers

740 18th St

15. Studio192 And Co Architects

707 19th St

16. Graham Group Inc Residential Home Designers

505 5th Ave Ste 200

17. Mills Architecture Architects

505 5th Ave Ste 850

18. Prestige Kitchen and Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

600 Holcomb Ave

19. Indie House Interior Designers

516 E Grand Ave

20. Knowles Blunck Architecture, Ltd. Architects

500 E Locust St Ste 300

21. Farm & Home Builders Inc Residential Home Designers

1954 Hubbell Ave

22. DSM Designs Interior Designers

2250 Delaware Ave

23. Architectural Arts Architects

2200 E Ovid Ave

24. Iowa Custom Cabinetry Kitchen & Bath Designers

2135 NE Broadway Ave Ste C

25. William J Ludwig & Associates Ltd Architects

1444 NW 124th Ct

Home designers & architects in Des Moines, IA: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Des Moines, IA in Polk County.

What home design costs in Des Moines

Home designers and architects in Des Moines 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 Des Moines

  • 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.
  • 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.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • 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?
  • Do you handle permits and inspections in Des Moines?

Many Des Moines 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 Des Moines?

Des Moines 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 Des Moines?

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