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Crosby Creations Drafting & Design Services, LLC
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars13 June 2013
“House Plan creation. Jody created our dream house for the second tme! We could not be happier with the services she provided, and we would recommend her to anyone given the opportunity. Thank you again Jody! Can't wait to start construction!”
DLB Custom Home Design
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars27 November 2012
“Damien Busillo of DLB Architecture and Design has been a pleasure to work with. Although my husband and I have built four homes in the past this was our first experience with having a custom home design. He has been a great help in finding ways to convey exactly the design we wanted, working with builders in the bidding process, working to help us find the landscape designer that fits our tastes and working wit h our neighborhood ARB to help us get our design approved. Damien has been very flexible to make changes in order to fit our needs and I know that the end product will be a home that we will be so proud to call our own. It's been a pleasure to work with him!”
Alpha Home Design & Consulting LLC
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars10 July 2016
“We hired Scott over the Internet to do designs for a second story office over our garage. He was responsive, patient, and easy to work with. His plans were easy to follow in the build. I highly recommend him.”
Unlimited Drawings & Construction
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars9 October 2012
“Unlimited drawings has worked with me on projects for years, they have always done an exceptional job in not only understanding what I would like to have done but also in doing the actual drawings, from concept to completion these guys are first class. Truly, David Johnson CEO First Team Construction Inc”
Cobb Architects
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 January 2014
“What can we say? Darryl and the Cobb Architects team designed our dream home. Now that it is complete, we get compliments about how awesome and beautiful it is from family/friends and people just walking by. Our first meeting, Darryl just listened...to our needs, our lifestyle and our aspirations for the home. Based on his approach, we were 90% there on the 1st design. Darryl took into consideration our words and added architectural design, how it would fit into the locale, and made it one of a kind. Along the way, we encountered a few necessary changes in the field, and Darryl made suggestions, collaborated directly with our project manager and designer, and in the end stayed within our budget and improved the overall design. We would recommend Cobb Architects without exception - you truly won't be disappointed.”
SLC Architect LLC
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars22 September 2014
“Once I contacted Sabrina at SLC Architects, I knew I had made the right choice. Her involvement and ability to conceptually draft my new porch was amazing. Sabrina was great to work with and she will be the first one I call for my next project!”
Kenneth Miller Architecture
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars10 January 2018
“We have collaborated with Kenneth Miller Architecture on many design projects over the past 10 years. Kenneth brings a wealth of knowledge on codes and building practices to each project. And he has a wonderful grasp on current and historical design styles. I would recommend Kenneth Miller Architecture to anyone with a residential or commercial design project.”
Frederick + Frederick Architects
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars10 February 2012
“I highly recommend Jane and Mike Frederick for those of you getting ready to build your dream house. Not only are they professional, enormously creative, and talented, they really listen to their clients and understand their lifestyles and budgets. Phone calls are always immediately returned. We built our house from 6000 miles away, and were completely confident that things would be properly supervised. And these folks are a ton of fun to boot--we are personal friends to this day! Becky and Greg Sprecher, Beaufort, S.C.”
Norton Design Studio
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars5 March 2022
“We hired Leslie in 2020 to design a renovation for our home and addition. We just finished the project and we are IN LOVE with the space. The layout, the flow, the storage options, everything about it is perfect. We did not have a ton of space to work with and Leslie nailed it. She is also a pleasure to work with. She stayed in touch over the two year project (thanks Covid) and was great with communication, insights and suggestions along the way. We could not be happier!”
Spivey Architects, Inc.
Architects & Building Designers in Charleston.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars26 February 2013
“Michael Spivey designed our house. Working with him was a professional and satisfying experience. His commitment to understanding our objectives and producing an outstanding product was exceptional. Having now lived in this home for over five years, we have an even greater appreciation for his ideas, creativity, guidence, and patience with us through the process. He was able to guide us, as first time home builders, through the decision process necessary to achieve a product beyond our expectations and within our budgetary limitations. A lot of give and take was necessary and difficult decisions had to be made but our appreciation of the process and the end result are affirmed daily by our own expierence of living in this home. Herchiel Sims, Jr”
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Why Hire Architects & Building Designers on Houzz?
385Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Charleston, SC
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It is often said when you're building a house, you’re building a dream. An architect or master of building design can make your dream house a reality. Architects can help you design and redesign spaces of your home or focus on helping you build your own house from the ground up. Architectural firms have extensive knowledge of architectural design and building materials, and a strong appreciation of ergonomics – warmth, light, and flow within a property. As you search through architects and building designers in Charleston, SC, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one:

How do I find the best Charleston, SC architect for my home design or renovation project?


When building or renovating your home, you don't simply hire an architect or building designer — you build a relationship with them. Be sure you chose a home architect who will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. Architecture is an incredibly technical profession and one where getting things wrong can literally put lives at risk, so ensure you hire a professional with a valid license or an architectural firm to maintain high quality and standards. Your next consideration will be architectural style. Some residential architects specialise in designing traditional homes or farmhouses, others in designing modern replicas of traditional homes. While a few have a knack for imagining bolder, more futuristic architectural design in Charleston, SC that incorporates the latest technology.

Once you have frozen on the architect or building designer, chat through your goals, projected budget, scope of work, schedule and any other specific requirements you might have. Ask them to walk you through the process, including the number of architectural design consultations, site visits and what they will be delivering and when, e.g. feasibility study, a technical drawing, tender package and/or planning application drawings. Also, get a sense of whether they are a good listener, collaborator, and problem solver. Finally, be sure to find out what the architect needs from you,deeds, rights of way, deposit, staged payments and so on.

How much does hiring an architect in Charleston, SC cost?


Home construction and renovation often have a preset budget and hence it is important to understand how much architects charge. While there is no set payment structure, independent architects may charge differently from architectural firms. Architects sometimes choose to calculate their fees on the basis of a per square foot rate. In rare cases, especially with smaller projects, Charleston, SC architects may choose to ask their clients for a fixed fee. Make sure the total figure and payment schedule is agreed as part of your contract, particularly if you are trying to accurately estimate the cost of building a house.


Questions to ask prospective Charleston, SC architects:


  • What types of renderings (3D, video, illustrative) will you produce?
  • Who will be working on my project? (This is very important if you hire an architectural firm)
  • What is your fee structure?
  • What does the cost include?
  • Can you handle my special requests?
  • What is your experience with similar projects/ architectural design and style?
  • When do you expect to start and be finished with the project?
  • What do your services include? (It's best that the services are until construction is completed.)
  • What happens when the cost exceeds the budget?
  • Can you provide me with references?
  • Would you say your work has a defining style? (This is important in case the architect's personal style will interfere with your vision.)
  • Will you help with hiring a general contractor and other subcontractors?
  • What do you estimate the cost will be?
  • Are there any complications you foresee with this project?
  • What will I need to provide?

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Be sure to reach out to multiple professionals, especially for larger projects and don't settle for the first bid you hear. Find the professional for your next project on Houzz.