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Home Designers & Architects in Akron, OH

Need a house cleaner in Akron? Below are 71 home designers serving Akron, OH — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in Akron cover architects, interior designers, residential home designers and kitchen & bath designers. Akron sits in Summit County, Ohio. Other Ohio cities covered include Columbus, Cleveland and Alliance.

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1. Wheeler Boltz Architects Architects

641 W Market St

2. David Hawkins Design Management Interior Designers

641 W Market St

3. Design Management Architects, Inc. Architects

641 W Market St

4. Architectural Greenery Inc Architects

106 N Main St Ste 100

5. Alan R Burge Architecture Architects

43 E Market St #200

6. Hazel Tree Design Studio Interior Designers

143 W Market St

7. Dja Properties Residential Home Designers

195 S Main St Ste 200

8. Schipper Group Residential Home Designers

195 S Main St Ste 200

9. Hasenstab Architects Architects

190 N Union St

10. Rough Diamond Staging Interior Designers

891 Moe Dr Ste D

11. Adonis Kitchen & Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

730 Home Ave

12. Craft33 Kitchen & Bath Designers

2000 Brittain Rd

13. B A Stormer Construction Services Residential Home Designers

1145 Highbrook St Ste 503

14. Crucible Development Corporation Residential Home Designers

12 E Exchange St Fl 8

15. Sliced Loaf Llc. Interior Designers

465 S Broadway St

16. Absolute Kitchen & Bath Designers

1380 laffer Ave

17. F G Ayers Inc Residential Home Designers

1565 Massillon Rd

18. Creo Design Inc Architects Architects

1038 Ghent Rd

19. Inspired Interiors by Carlann Interior Designers

337 Mineola Ave

20. Nuversa Architects

1680 Akron Peninsula Rd Ste 202

21. Architectural Restoration And Renovation Consultants, Inc. Architects

714 N Portage Path

22. Reeder Architects Architects

959 W Market St

23. Structura Architects Architects

60 S Maple St Ste 301

24. Comunale Sculptural Concepts Interior Designers

540 S Main St Ste 963

25. Fuel Lounge Interior Designers

348 S Main St

Home designers & architects in Akron, OH: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Akron, OH in Summit County.

What home design costs in Akron

Home designers and architects in Akron 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 Akron

  • 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 Akron-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.
  • Confirm licensing and who stamps the drawings, and whether they handle permits and inspections.

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 Akron 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 Akron?

Akron 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 Akron?

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