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Featured Reviews for Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Decatur

Lowe's
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Decatur
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsDecember 31, 2015
“Russell does a great job of putting projects together and seeing them to fruition. He is a very dedicated project manager and I would recommend him to anyone putting together any remodeling project.”
SIGNATURE AND IRONWOOD HOMES
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Decatur
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJuly 11, 2014
“Building a house with Doug Johnson of Ironwood Homes. Easy to work with. Explains everything in detail, and will answer any questions you have honestly and with your best interests at heart. He provides you with a binder that includes your house plans, selection categories and when they need to be completed, directions and contact people to make those selections. Everything spelled out as to what will be done. You can contact him anytime with questions either by email or office phone, and provides his personal cell phone should you need him for anything. He will check and double check with you to be sure he has your preferences correct. He plans every construction phase down to the nth degree to be sure he will have your home ready by the time he promised, or before. After working with a different contractor I can say that working with Doug has been a sheer pleasure and I would recommend him to anyone.”
MC Modern Concepts Inc.
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Decatur
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsNovember 15, 2015
“How does this sound. I highly recommend this to company. The built a room edition on our home and we were very pleased with the quality of their work and the integrity of the owner and his employees. They stayed within the budget and completed the job on time. They were very easy to work with and very accommodating to our request.”
Shepherd Interiors: Chicago and Rockford
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Decatur
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMarch 19, 2014
“I hired Shepherd Interiors to do a makeover in my living room. We met early on to discuss what my likes and dislikes were and went from there. Patricia came back with a presentation that was very professional and very detailed. It was a complete decorating job which included window coverings, art, furniture, paint and lamps. I told Shepherd Interiors from the beginning I wanted the WOW factor and that is exactly what I got and every time I entertain I get the same WOW from my guests. They were very reasonable and stayed on budget. I would definitely hire her again.”
Aforma Interiors
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Decatur
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsNovember 6, 2012
“Aforma Interiors is amazing. I have a 1912 Elmslie Prairie house, and he and his team renovated it, applying a modern design that updated and freshened the space, while also respecting the home's structural history. Aforma made use of dead space, increased functionality and living space by 20% and restored original woodwork. I will be working with Aforma again in two years on the exterior of my home, and I can't wait. I highly recommend Aforma to anyone looking to design a new home, restore a historic home, refresh a modern home, or even repurpose a residential or commercial structure.”
John Shafer
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Decatur
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsSeptember 24, 2014
“I had an entire book of pictures of the type of house I wanted to build and had worked with a wonderful draftsman who laid out the house. We knew that we needed someone to help with the complicated roofline and the outside of the house and had friend who had John as the architect for their unique home. John helped us to translate my ideas into a picture perfect home. He laid out the complicated roofline, created a design for the outside of the home which captured the "lodge" look, including a signature window design, saved me from over and under estimating the size of rooms, created a unique yet wonderful floor plan. The home is both grand and intimate. He reminded me that there are three elements: size, detail, and cost.....and that I only got to have 2 of them! That helped a lot in the design and choice process. John is a gem...keen eye, sharp mind, both an artist and architect.”
KBL Design Center
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Decatur
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJanuary 7, 2018
“I’ve had wonderful experiences with KBL. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The jobs I have used them with have been big and small. I’m always referring KBL to my customers. 5 Star al the way. Debbie Fornoff Interior Design and Draperies”
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There are 574 Architects & Building Designers, registered on Houzz in Decatur.

The architect will help you throughout the entire process, from initial concept development to managing the construction phase and ensuring everything is built according to plan. They will also collaborate with other professionals, such as builders and contractors in Decatur, to bring your dream home to life.

By working with a residential architect, you can benefit from their knowledge and experience in creating unique and personalized spaces that reflect your style and lifestyle. They will guide you through the design and construction process, making sure that your home is not only visually appealing but also practical and safe.

Consulting with an architect in Decatur early on allows you to bring your residential vision to life in the most efficient and effective way possible.

  1. It’s best to involve an architect early in the planning stage of your project to benefit from their expertise and guidance.
  2. Hire an architect before selecting a builder or contractor to streamline the construction process.
  3. While there isn’t a specific time of year, consider engaging an architect during quieter periods like summer. It allows for more thoughtful discussions, better availability, and potentially shorter project queues.
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Is the scope of your home design project beyond simply replacing countertops or flooring? It’s the responsibility of a Decatur home architect to transform human needs and desires into visual concepts and habitable structures. When you hire an architectural designer, you are not only hiring someone for their architectural services, but also to manage and coordinate other parties involved in the project. As you search through local Decatur, IL architectural firms and designers, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one: 

How do I find the best Decatur residential design architect for my project?


It is best to hire a residential architect who will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. They are often the first person you will hire for your project, and it's common for architects' contractors, or subcontractors, to prefer working with one another, which means better relationships and smoother work on your home. Interior architects are also involved in negotiating contracts for all involved participants, from builders, to engineers and even landscapers. It is for these reasons that it is extremely important for you to have a good relationship with the Decatur residential architect you hire. He or she can be the tie-breaking vote between you and the general contractor and can be your biggest advocate during the construction process. Different residential architecture firms in Decatur, IL provide different services, so the scope of the work can span from pre-design environmental impact studies to selecting furniture and finishes, depending on what your specific needs are.

Questions to ask prospective Decatur interior architects:


  • What is your fee structure?
  • What does the cost include?
  • Do you have professional liability insurance?
  • Can you handle my special requests (ADA, LEED etc.)?
  • What types of renderings (3D, video, illustrative) will you produce?
  • What is your experience with similar projects?
  • 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 subcontractors?
  • What do you estimate the cost will be?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Are there any complications you foresee with this project?

Find local architecture companies in Decatur, IL on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to Decatur architects. You may also look through photos of Illinois projects to find interior architects and building designers who have worked on a project similar to yours.

If you search for Architects near me you'll be sure to find a business that knows about the latest trends and styles in architecture, ensuring your bathroom, kitchen, or whole house remodel reflects contemporary design principles