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Crosby Creations Drafting & Design Services, LLC
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJune 13, 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, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsNovember 27, 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, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJuly 10, 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.”
Norton Design Studio
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMarch 5, 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, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 26, 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”
SLC Architect LLC
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsSeptember 22, 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!”
Cole Design Studio, Inc.
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJune 14, 2012
“Paul Cole of Cole Design Studio was a referral which we are very pleased to have checked into. We met Paul at his home office along with his welcoming committee, Charlie and Bella, two extremely lovable dogs. We got right down to business discussing the construction of a home on land we purchased some time ago and what our budget would allow. Paul's portfolio of completed designs, plus our own thoughts were put to paper in a very professional and expeditious manner. Paul worked with us, making suggestions when we were unsure of our design and gave us ideas we hadn't thought of. The final plan is one we cannot wait to have built. In the interim, we asked Paul to design a two and a half car garage with an apartment above to be constructed adjacent to the home Paul was designing. The plan was exactly what we had in mind and Paul was able to maximize limited space to create a very comfortable living area. Construction of the garage/apartment is almost completed. If you choose Cole Design Studio you will have the pleasure of working with someone who is extremely knowledgeable, professional and personable. Your Paul Cole designed home will be lovely to look at and extremely well structured. It will be a home you and future generations will enjoy. Betty & Richard Gibbons”
Herlong Architects
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJune 11, 2013
“We hired Steve Herlong and his staff to design our first custom home 12 years ago and to renovate our 1950's beach house 6 years ago. In both cases it was a fantastic experience. Steve has such an amazing eye for details, he HEARS what you want and creates a masterpiece with those ideas. His interiors team made our old beach house feel NEW again, but selected colors, cabinetry and fixtures to compliment the style we loved! We could not have created either of these amazing homes without the help of such a talented staff!”
Broderick Design Group
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMarch 5, 2019
“As a testament to Patrick, we choose him to design our clients homes, as well as our own personal homes. And he is also a wonderful family man and father to his children. 5 stars all around.”
Cobb Architects
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in James Island
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJanuary 22, 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.”
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The most popular Architect Services in James Island are:
  • Building Design
  • Custom Homes
  • Drafting
  • Energy-Efficient Homes
  • Floor Plans
  • Green Building
  • Historic Building Conservation
There are 472 Architects & Building Designers, registered on Houzz in James Island.

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 James Island, 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 James Island 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.
Why Hire Architects & Building Designers on Houzz?
396Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve James Island, SC
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Is the scope of your home design project beyond simply replacing countertops or flooring? It’s the responsibility of a James Island 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 James Island, SC architectural firms and designers, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one: 

How do I find the best James Island 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 James Island 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 James Island, SC 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 James Island 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 James Island, SC on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to James Island architects. You may also look through photos of South Carolina 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