Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers Near Durham

“A HUGE thank you to Deri and Antonio from Tranquil Design Builders for truly listening to our needs and creating a safe, beautiful home for my mother to enjoy! My childhood home will continue to stand the test of time thanks to Deri Washington and her incredible team. She is truly a force to be reckoned with. Since establishing Tranquil Designs LLC in 2010 alongside her husband Alexander Washington their vision of creating beautiful, calming spaces filled with tranquil energy, has continued to soar-earning awards year after year on Houzz and other platforms. Tranquil Designs LLC. created the design concept and layout. Tranquil Design Builders took that concept and brought it to life. Then we had the privilege of using financing to purchase furniture and decor through her furniture company Tranquil Designs Home. After implementing their proven three-step approach, Tranquil Designs not only met our expectations—they completely exceeded them. From the very beginning, their process brought clarity, structure, and confidence to what could have easily been an overwhelming experience. Each phase was handled with intention and expertise. They took the time to truly understand our vision, lifestyle, and needs, ensuring that every decision aligned with both functionality and design. Their communication was consistent and professional, keeping us informed and at ease throughout the entire journey. What stood out most was their attention to detail and commitment to excellence. Nothing felt rushed or overlooked. Every element—from layout to finishes—was thoughtfully curated, resulting in a space that feels both elevated and personal. The end result speaks for itself. Not only did they deliver a beautifully designed space, but they also created an experience rooted in trust, creativity, and precision. Working with Deri and her team was more than a service—it was a partnership that truly brought our vision to life. Go follow her on all of her platforms!! You won’t be disappointed!!! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️”

“I sincerely recommend Sophie to everyone. She helped update our 30+ year old house by modernizing kitchen, bathrooms, front door, stairs.. etc. Our house feels so bright and airy now. It is so much easier to clean and maintain the house. The builder (Actual Size Builders) and their team worked through the supply shortage during COVID. Everybody was honest and pleasure to work with. Before the renovation, we were at a loss where to even start with. Sophie and her team measured everything, created the design and revised it patiently. She even went shopping with us and kept all the house info organized for us. It was a little scary to hire an architect. I am glad we did. It was so worth it. Now kids started cooking and cleaning dishes. Husband is running roomba and doing laundry without me asking.”

“We worked with Trinity Design/Build to restore our 1920 cottage in Lakewood. They were incredibly patient with us as we navigated our first construction project, and we would recommend them for your historic preservation and renovation needs. They designed a reconfiguration of our floor plan that changed the house from a 3/2 to a 3/2.5 while adding on a primary suite. They fixed foundation issues, updated plumbing, updated electrical, performed efficiency upgrades, and readied our home for its next 100 years. Most importantly, they effectively blended the new portions of the home with the historic portions by matching trim, siding, and windows. They were great stewards of our budget and kept an accurate timeline. Their communication was outstanding. They used technology to make it easy to coordinate our selections and to keep us informed of our schedule. They minimized waste and repurposed materials to keep our environmental impact low. Thank you Trinity for our new (old) home!”