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Home Designers & Architects in Charlotte, NC

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in Charlotte? We list 558 local home designers across Charlotte and nearby North Carolina, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in Charlotte cover architects, interior designers, kitchen & bath designers and residential home designers. Charlotte sits in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Other North Carolina cities covered include Raleigh, Clayton and Clemmons.

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1. Goodwyn Mills Cawood Architects

4601 Park Rd Ste 520

2. BDG Architects Architects

550 S Caldwell St Ste 1800

3. The Gates at Quail Hollow Residential Home Designers

8208 Legare Ct

4. Creative Home Design Group Interior Designers

12104 Copper Way Ste 200

5. Crossville Studios Interior Designers

927 Pressley Rd

6. Guide Architecture Llc Architects

1018 Jay St Ste 440

7. Shook Kelley, Inc Architects

1545 W Trade St

8. Thompson Thrift Residential Home Designers

1057 E Morehead St Ste 300

9. Jackson-shaw Company Residential Home Designers

301 E Tremont Ave Ste C

10. Mcmillan Pazdan Smith Architecture Architects

1422 S Tryon St

11. Kb Kitchen And Bath Concepts Kitchen & Bath Designers

609 E Westinghouse Blvd # A

12. Boudreaux Architects

529 W Summit Ave Ste 2b

13. Aya Kitchens Kitchen & Bath Designers

1820 South Blvd Ste 102

14. Creative Design Solutions Interior Designers

9417 Valley Rd

15. Manor & Park Residential Home Designers

1355 Greenwood Clfs Ste 300

16. Studio Z Architecture Architects

619 S Cedar St Ste B

17. Forest Kitchen Design Interior Designers

904 Pecan Ave

18. G S Carolina Residential Home Designers

17228 Lancaster Hwy

19. Goldstar Kitchen and Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

15127 Kellington Ct

20. Guested Interior Designers

13504 S Point Blvd Suite C

21. Allegiant Glass & Shower Doors Kitchen & Bath Designers

13000 S Tryon St

22. Botanica Christmas Lights Interior Designers

15125 Cavanshire TL

23. Queen City Kitchen and Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

12030 Goodrich Dr

24. Legacy Countertops Kitchen & Bath Designers

300 Westinghouse Blvd

25. Element Designs Interior Designers

235 Crompton St

Home designers & architects in Charlotte, NC: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Charlotte, NC in Mecklenburg County.

What home design costs in Charlotte

Home designers and architects in Charlotte 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 Charlotte

  • 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte?

Charlotte 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 Charlotte?

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