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Home Designers & Architects in Kent, OH

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 11 home designers cover Kent, OH — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in Kent cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Kent sits in Portage County, Ohio. Other Ohio cities covered include Columbus, Cleveland and Kettering.

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1. Graphic Detail, Inc. Interior Designers

936 Greenbriar Pkwy

2. Schneller LLC Interior Designers

6019 Powder Mill Rd

3. Home Developments Group Residential Home Designers

1046 Lake St

4. Donald Wright Design, Llc. Interior Designers

124 S Water St

5. Fuller Design Group Architects

133 E Main St

6. Stauffer Thom Architect Architects

136 E Main St

7. Art Armory Interior Designers

136 E Main St Ste 7

8. Boone Legal Architects

217 N Water St Ste E

9. Npr Technical Services, Inc Architects

1675 E Main St PMB 205

10. Kent State University Caed Architects

132 S Lincoln St

11. Raley Upholstery Architects

122 W College St

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

We currently track 11 residential architects and home designers serving Kent, OH in Portage County.

What home design costs in Kent

Home designers and architects in Kent 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 Kent

  • 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 Kent 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 Kent?

Kent 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 Kent?

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