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Home Designers & Architects in Charleston, SC

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in Charleston? We list 182 local home designers across Charleston and nearby South Carolina, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in Charleston cover interior designers, architects, residential home designers and kitchen & bath designers. Charleston sits in Charleston County, South Carolina. Other South Carolina cities covered include Columbia, Cheraw and Chesnee.

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1. Evans & Schmidt Architects Architects

284 Meeting St

2. Designworks Lc Architects

302 King St Ste B

3. Creech & Associates Architects

341 King St

4. Reggie Gibson Architects Architects

12 Vanderhorst St Ste B

5. Glenn Keyes Architects Architects

12 Vanderhorst St Ste B

6. Studio A Architecture Architects

418 King St Ste 202

7. Michael Mitchell Interior Designers

414 King St

8. Paige Interior Designs Interior Designers

460 King St Ste 200

9. Tommy Manuel Architect Architects

49 Elizabeth St

10. Interior Impression by Design, LLC Interior Designers

9 Wraggborough Lane

11. Origin Development Partners Residential Home Designers

850 Morrison Dr

12. Embellish Interiors Interior Designers

295 Seven Farms Dr # 280

13. Tektonika Architects

2030 Pierce St

14. A Closet Case Interior Designers

260 Seven Farms Drive Ste D

15. Stallings Studio Interior Design Interior Designers

260 Seven Farms Dr Ste A

16. Lauren Waldorf Interiors Interior Designers

680 King St

17. Carolina Kitchens of Charleston, Inc. Kitchen & Bath Designers

2491 Clements Ferry Rd

18. Shine Construction, LLC Architects

420 Brandam Ln

19. Simply Curated Designs Interior Designers

457 Jessen Ln Suite B

20. Mulberry Millworks, Llc Kitchen & Bath Designers

2265 Clements Ferry Rd Ste 307

21. Jilco Kitchen and Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

2300 Clements Ferry Rd # A105

22. Mb Within Interior Design Studio Interior Designers

250 River Landing Dr

23. Elisa Christine Interiors Interior Designers

186 Seven Farms Drive f 220

24. Point Hope Charleston Residential Home Designers

1049 Point Hope Pkwy

25. Scofano Corporation Residential Home Designers

1151 Cainhoy Rd

Home designers & architects in Charleston, SC: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Charleston, SC in Charleston County.

What home design costs in Charleston

Home designers and architects in Charleston 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 Charleston

  • Review a portfolio of built Charleston-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.
  • 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.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Are you licensed, and who stamps the drawings?
  • Do you handle permits and inspections in Charleston?
  • How many revisions are included?
  • Will you stay involved during construction?
  • Can I see built projects like mine?

Many Charleston 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 Charleston?

Charleston 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 Charleston?

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