The Best Residential Architects in Washington, D.C.
Discover the very best residential architects and residential architecture firms in Washington, D.C.
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What is a Residential Architect?
An Architect helps design the built environment of a new home or home renovation. Certified by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and The District of Columbia Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture, Architects work collaboratively with various experts such as Custom Home Builders and Interior Designers. From Schematic Design and Construction Documentation to Bidding and Construction Administration, Architects offer a framework and blueprint for ensuring your vision becomes a reality.
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Featured Washington, D.C. Residential Architects
Explore a curated selection of residential architects and architecture firms in Washington, D.C., including members of our Partner Network
Petworth Place of Petworth, Washington, D.C. Image courtesy of Christy Kosnic.
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Third Street Architecture
Third Street Architecture is a Residential Architecture Firm in Washington, D.C.
Bradley Village Colonial of Bethesda, Maryland. Image courtesy of Jennifer Hughes.
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Hill & Hurtt Architects
Hill & Hurt Architects is a Residential Architecture Firm in Washington, D.C.
Rollingwood Terrace Revival of Chevy Chase, Maryland. Image courtesy of Anice Hoachlander.
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Teass \ Warren Architects
Teass \ Warren Architects is a Residential Architecture Firm in Washington, D.C.
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10). Christian Zapatka
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Camusrory of Woodstock, Virginia. Image courtesy of Reader & Swartz Architects.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions and best practices about working with residential architects and architecture firms, including common fee structures, services, and more.
WHAT IS THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS (AIA)?
Established in 1857, The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the premier trade association for Architects throughout the United States.
WHAT ARE COMMON SERVICES OFFERED BY RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTS?
Residential architects have a relatively broad scope of practice, ranging from a more conceptual design consultation to a hands on engagement involving construction administration, sub-contracting, and more. Common services rendered by residential architects include: Schematic Design; Construction Documentation and Permit Approval Coordination; and Construction Administration, and Owner Representation. In Washington, D.C., residential architects should also be familiar with navigating the Advisory Neighborhood Committees (ANC) and the Historic Preservation Review Board (HPRB).
HOW DO I FIND A GOOD RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECT IN WASHINGTON, D.C.?
The best way to find a good residential architect in Washington, D.C. is to ask friends who have recently worked with an Architect on a new home or renovation. Once you have a list of recommended Architects, conduct interviews with each candidate and ask to review examples of recently completed projects of similar scope listed by address. Finally, ensure your Architect is registered with the The District of Columbia Board of Architecture, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture, which is supervised by the Washington, D.C. Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA).
DO RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTS IN WASHINGTON, D.C. HAVE TO BE LICENSED?
Yes. All Architects in Washington, D.C. must be licensed by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA).
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO HIRE A RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECT IN WASHINGTON, D.C.?
Residential architects in Washington, D.C. offer a number of different pricing structures. Among the most common are hourly rates, typically for consulting services; a flat fee, typical for projects with a really clear scope of work; and a fee based model relative to the gross cost of the project, which is typical if the architect will lead the design and build process from conception to completion. Other pricing. models include cost plus, which takes the total project cost and then adds the architect’s fee on top, as well as time and materials, which takes the hard costs and the architect’s hourly rate and bundles them into one cost for the project.
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