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Home Designers & Architects in Chattanooga, TN

Need a house cleaner in Chattanooga? Below are 109 home designers serving Chattanooga, TN — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in Chattanooga cover architects and interior designers. Chattanooga sits in Hamilton County, Tennessee. Other Tennessee cities covered include Nashville-Davidson, Memphis and Clarksville.

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1. Michelle Workman Interiors Interior Designers

633 Chestnut St Ste 600

2. Tim Burney Architect + Regional Studio Architects

535 Chestnut St Ste 303

3. Project Eighty-eight Designs, Llc Architects

721 Broad St

4. Whiteboard Network, Llc Interior Designers

701 Cherry St

5. Top Conference Interior Designers

1301 Cowart St

6. Cogent Studio, Llc. Architects

232 E 11th St Ste 130

7. Wonderful Walls Interior Designers

3643 Hixson Pike

8. Architectural Design Center Architects

5959 Shallowford Rd Ste 501

9. Lifestyle Home Plans Architects

7010 Lee Hwy

Home designers & architects in Chattanooga, TN: a local guide

We currently track 9 residential architects and home designers serving Chattanooga, TN in Hamilton County.

What home design costs in Chattanooga

Home designers and architects in Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga

  • 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 Chattanooga-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.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Do you handle permits and inspections in Chattanooga?
  • 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?

Many Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga?

Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga?

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