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Home Designers & Architects in Madison, WI

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in Madison? We list 116 local home designers across Madison and nearby Wisconsin, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in Madison cover architects, interior designers, kitchen & bath designers and residential home designers. Madison sits in Dane County, Wisconsin. Other Wisconsin cities covered include Milwaukee, Manitowoc and Marinette.

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1. Architectural Building Arts Architects

720 Hill St

2. Eco Fusion Design Interior Designers

3236A University Ave

3. Brownhouse Designs Architects

202 W Gorham St

4. Karen Claffey-koller Interior Interior Designers

100 Wisconsin Ave

5. Dorschner Associates, Inc Architects

849 E Washington Ave Ste 112

6. Hovde Properties Residential Home Designers

122 W Washington Ave

7. SmithGroup Architects

44 E Mifflin St

8. Architecture-csg Inc Architects

214 N Hamilton St

9. Mcginnis Design, Llc Interior Designers

115 E Main St

10. Vive Home Transformations Kitchen & Bath Designers

701 E Washington Ave #103

11. Silver Leaf Interiors Interior Designers

301 N Sherman Ave #100

12. Haver Design And Construction Architects

212 S Baldwin St Ste 1

13. Glueck Architects, Llc. Architects

116 N Few St

14. Stone House Development Residential Home Designers

1010 E Washington Ave

15. Insite Consulting Architects (ica) Architects

744 Williamson St Ste 101

16. Allen Kitchen & Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

2219 S Stoughton Rd

17. East Side Cabinets Kitchen & Bath Designers

2310 Advance Rd

18. K2 Graniteworks and Remodeling Kitchen & Bath Designers

4419 Robertson Rd

19. Sandy Gordon Interiors Interior Designers

210 Morningside Ave

20. H C Cabinets and Design Center Kitchen & Bath Designers

523 Cottage Grove Rd

21. Facility Engineering, Inc. Architects

2820 Walton Commons Ln

22. Design Coalition Architects

2088 Atwood Ave

23. Rdc National, Inc. Residential Home Designers

4606 Dovetail Dr

24. Horizon Develop Build Manage Residential Home Designers

2810 Walton Commons Ln

25. Artisol Design Interior Designers

5026 Voges Rd

Home designers & architects in Madison, WI: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Madison, WI in Dane County.

What home design costs in Madison

Home designers and architects in Madison 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 Madison

  • 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 Madison-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

  • Is your fee flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost?
  • Are you licensed, and who stamps the drawings?
  • Do you handle permits and inspections in Madison?
  • How many revisions are included?
  • Will you stay involved during construction?

Many Madison 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 Madison?

Madison 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 Madison?

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