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# DRD Studio

Original Houzz profile: [DRD Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/drd-studio-pfvwus-pf~2014176063)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Building Designers and Drafters
- **Location:** Germantown, MD
- **Serves:** Germantown, Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Bethesda, North Bethesda, Potomac, Montgomery Village, Clarksburg, North Potomac, Damascus, Travilah, Chevy Chase, Darnestown, Poolesville, Kensington, Derwood, Washington Grove, Laytonsville, Boyds, District of Columbia, Great Falls, Sterling, University Center, Virginia
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (25 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2020–2025), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 25 Ideabook Saves
- Best of Houzz winner
- Free estimate
- Online consultation

DRD studio is a certified small business Residential Design Studio based in Maryland. It was founded by David Delgado, an International-born designer with a passion for Architecture. His love for architecture was first discovered when he was a kid while visiting a construction site and he was captivated and mesmerized to see how the substructure and superstructure worked together to create the building components. David Delgado holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree. His extensive years of experience local and abroad in design and architecture allow him to create custom residential design spaces of high quality with unique detail. His primary vision is to provide his clients with the design solution for their project that will perfectly fit with their unique lifestyle.

   DRD Studio was established in 2008 to meet the needs of a growing group of homeowners who wanted quality home designs without the elevated costs of high-end designers.

   Any professional designer can listen to your needs, but only a few of us can really understand.  We at DRD Studio will provide you with your design needs without increasing your budget in order to increase our profit.  We will listen to your needs and provide our input and expertise to guide you to achieve your goal of a successful design.

Our Mission statement: creating exclusive personalized designs since 1996; all of our projects begin and end with an honest relationship between the homeowner and the designer.

Outside of work, David enjoys reading, mountain biking, hiking, volunteering at habitat for humanity construction sites, and spending time with his family and friends.

### Services Provided

- 3D Rendering
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Attic Conversion
- Building Design
- Custom Home
- Drafting
- Floor Plans
- Handicap-Accessible Design
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Home Remodeling
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Rooftop Deck Installation

### Areas Served

- Germantown
- Silver Spring
- Gaithersburg
- Rockville
- Bethesda
- North Bethesda
- Potomac
- Montgomery Village
- Clarksburg
- North Potomac
- Damascus
- Travilah
- Chevy Chase
- Darnestown
- Poolesville
- Kensington
- Derwood
- Washington Grove
- Laytonsville
- Boyds
- District of Columbia
- Great Falls
- Sterling
- University Center
- Virginia

### Typical Job Cost

$1,000 - 1 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | DRD Studio |
| Address | Germantown, Maryland 20874, United States |
| Phone | (301) 523-3034 |
| Website | http://www.drdstudio.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 20 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/DRD-Studio/242295362068?ref=hl
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdstudio
- Blog — www.drdstudio.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [DRD Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/drd-studio-pfvwus-pf~2014176063)
- **Website:** http://www.drdstudio.com
- **Phone:** (301) 523-3034

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Small Business Certified

- **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2020–2025), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [AIA Custom Residential Architects Network](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-custom-residential-architects-network-pfvwus-pf~629398549)
- [AIA Potomac Valley](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-potomac-valley-pfvwus-pf~2047859558)
- [Habitat for Humanity](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/habitat-for-humanity-pfvwus-pf~1099825387)
- [AIA Maryland](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-maryland-pfvwus-pf~1008144465)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 25 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 49.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — Mark Leiva, July 2026**

> Highly recommend profesional architect that helped me with my parking pad and fence design. He. Assisted with city permit and county permit requirements. And was knowledgeable on process also not expensive. Would highly recommend

**★★★★★ — DB&C Home Restorations, Aug. 2025**

> David is a huge asset to our team. He is knowledgeable dependable, and a critical part of our successful business. his architectural and design skills are second to none.

**Comment from DRD Studio:**

> Thank you, Lorraine!
> Working with you is always a pleasure—I look forward to our continued collaboration.

**★★★★★ — Emerson Torres, July 2024**

> I'm very happy to have hired David. He is very professional and definitely met my expectations. I highly recommend him.

**★★★★★ — Chiqui Esteban, May 2024**

> David did a great job hearing exactly what we wanted and needed and reflecting it on his work. His job was professional and timely.

**★★★★★ — RB, April 2024**

> David was recommended to us by our builder. Once contacted, he was prompt, personable and professional.  He listened to our needs, and provided solid professional recommendations and good plans for our addition. He consulted with the county as required and followed up.  Most impressively, when the builder's sub did not do a good job, David came to the site several times, pointed out the problems and solutions, and generally supported us, his clients, even as it meant criticizing the builder. He acted as a good go-between as corrections were made.  His advice, plans and support was much appreciated, as was his reasonable pricing.  We highly recommend David and DRD.

**★★★★★ — fojita, Nov. 2023**

> Working with David and his team was a pleasure.  True professionals.  Our project was a complex screen porch and David was able to reflect in the architecture and design our desired aesthetic and the structural challenges.  David clearly explained and documented the process, which can be murky, and milestones.  Everything was on time and went according to plan, including getting drawings and permit documentation to our builder as well as fielding their questions.  Critical when the build phase is starting.  Very happy.

**★★★★★ — Zeyno Aygen Dodd, Nov. 2023**

> From initial design consultation to delivery of final drawings and permit applications, covering all stages of design, everything was handled timely, professionally and with care to our specific needs and budget considerations by David Delgado / DRD.

**★★★★★ — artemis524, Oct. 2023**

> David was great!!  His design for our space was masterfully executed and he was a joy to work with!

**★★★★★ — Steve K, Oct. 2023**

> Look no further for a designer and architect!
>
> David recently helped us with a full redesign of our basement, including adding a bedroom (with egress windows), adding a full-bathroom and storage area. He provided us with multiple designs, which helped us experiment with potential layouts and brought forth new ideas we had not previously considered. David was extremely communicative throughout the entire process, working hand-in-hand with our contractor to ensure our ideas came to fruition. Working with David made the entire project stress-free, as his team ensured all the permitting was submitted and project timelines stayed on track.
>
> Highly recommend David and DRD Studio for your next project.

**★★★★★ — Becca, April 2023**

> David created amazing design plans, was very responsive, and worked with me throughout the entire process of creating a roof deck above my sunroom. I would recommend him to anyone!

**★★★★★ — Susan Jones, March 2023**

> David provided a beautiful design for our home improvement project and I would gladly work with him again.  I was very satisfied with his work.

**★★★★★ — Julie S, Feb. 2023**

> I have a very positive experience working with David and DRD Studio. David was prompt and easy to connect with when I initially reached out to him about working on my project. He consistently exhibited good communication throughout the 6+ months process for our project. We essentially revamped virtually the entire first level, redesigned the master bath, and renovated the rest of the bathrooms on the second floor. We were very pleased with the design options he provided us and he was flexible to incorporate the changes we requested. Also, his rates are very fair/competitive for the services he provides.

## Selected projects

- [Row House Interior Renovation and Roof Deck Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/row-house-interior-renovation-and-roof-deck-addition-pj-vj~2820177)
  - Location: Washington, DC
  - Photos: 58
- [One Story Addition and Front Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/one-story-addition-and-front-porch-pj-vj~2819915)
  - Location: Bethesda, MD
  - Photos: 58
- [Den/Office and Carport Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/den-office-and-carport-renovation-pj-vj~2820130)
  - Location: Hyattsville, MD
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: One story den/office addition and Carport Addition
- [Whole House Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whole-house-renovation-pj-vj~2820340)
  - Location: Washington, DC
  - Photos: 43
- [Row House Interior Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/row-house-interior-renovation-pj-vj~2820386)
  - Location: Washington, DC
  - Photos: 22
- [Screened Porch Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/screened-porch-addition-pj-vj~2820392)
  - Location: Bethesda, MD
  - Photos: 13
- [Porch Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/porch-addition-pj-vj~2820398)
  - Location: Silver Spring, MD
  - Photos: 8
- [Porch and Deck Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/porch-and-deck-addition-pj-vj~2820429)
  - Location: Silver Spring, MD
  - Photos: 9
- [Primary Bedroom, Bathroom and Hall Bathroom Interior Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/primary-bedroom-bathroom-and-hall-bathroom-interior-renovation-pj-vj~7189392)
  - Location: Potomac, MD
  - Photos: 23
- [Wet Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wet-bathroom-pj-vj~6549675)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Attic Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/attic-renovation-pj-vj~6706713)
  - Location: Washington, DC
  - Photos: 18
- [Front-Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-porch-pj-vj~6549736)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Front Porch Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-porch-addition-pj-vj~6549718)
  - Location: Silver Spring, MD
  - Photos: 9
- [Kitchen & Master Bathroom Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-and-master-bathroom-renovation-pj-vj~6352253)
  - Location: Rockville, MD
  - Photos: 15
- [Kitchen Renovation - Before & After](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-renovation-before-and-after-pj-vj~6341329)
  - Location: Adamstown, MD
  - Photos: 25
- [Garage Rooftop Garden Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garage-rooftop-garden-addition-pj-vj~6272891)
  - Location: Washington, DC
  - Photos: 13
- [Portico Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/portico-addition-pj-vj~5649890)
  - Location: Silver Spring, MD
  - Photos: 5
- [Second Floor Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/second-floor-addition-pj-vj~2823578)
  - Location: Silver Spring, MD
  - Photos: 4
- [Second Floor Additions](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/second-floor-additions-pj-vj~2823548)
  - Location: Ellicott City, MD
  - Photos: 9
- [Screened-Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/screened-porch-pj-vj~2823536)
  - Location: Washington, DC
  - Photos: 4

[See all 23 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/drd-studio-pfvwus-pf~2014176063)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Cost?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can I ask an approximate cost of the room addition? Or is there a range per square foot for an addition like this?

A: Hi,
It will depend on your area, it could vary between $250/sf to $450/sf+

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-11.*