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Home Designers & Architects in Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in Manchester-by-the-Sea? We list 12 local home designers across Manchester-by-the-Sea and nearby Massachusetts, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in Manchester-by-the-Sea cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Manchester-by-the-Sea sits in Essex County, Massachusetts. Other Massachusetts cities covered include Boston, Worcester and Mansfield.

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1. Winning Solutions, Inc. Interior Designers

66 Summer St

2. Benson Interiors, Inc. Interior Designers

40 Union St

3. Civitas Architects

13 Elm St

4. Olson Lewis + Architects Architects

17 Elm St

5. Blue Sky Architects Architects

17 Elm St

6. Found Objects Interior Designers

17 Beach St

7. Andrew Crocker Architect Architects

13 Norwood Ave

8. Stephen Holt Architects Architects

24 Bridge St

9. RIVER HOUSE INTERIORS Interior Designers

7 Norton's Point Rd

10. Windover Development Corporation Residential Home Designers

13 Elm St

11. Patricia Murray Architects

66 Summer St

12. Clc Interiors Inc Architects

1 Elm St

Home designers & architects in Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA: a local guide

We currently track 12 residential architects and home designers serving Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA in Essex County.

What home design costs in Manchester-by-the-Sea

Home designers and architects in Manchester-by-the-Sea 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 Manchester-by-the-Sea

  • 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.
  • Read reviews for communication and deadlines — the common complaints are slow drawings and scope creep.

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 Manchester-by-the-Sea 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 Manchester-by-the-Sea?

Manchester-by-the-Sea 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 Manchester-by-the-Sea?

Many do, or they prepare permit-ready drawings and coordinate with the Manchester-by-the-Sea 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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