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GMF+ASSOCIATES architects
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 22, 2013
“Our firms are currently working together on a unique older home to create more living space, changing interiors for better functional purposes while maintaining the period of the home. We are very excited about the process and the team at GMF is doing a very professional job in moving the project forward. As builders we highly recommend their team.”
Retnauer Baynes Assoc.
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJune 13, 2014
“Tom Retnauer and his team are a pleasure to work with. They are able to take a concept from a sketch all the way to completed construction documents in a very timely manor. Tom has a warm way of nurturing ideas from his clients and helping them become a reality. Tom Retnauer and Sandra Baynes are great partners for our firm helping us to be on the cutting edge with our architecture and I whole heartedly recommend their firm for your next project.”
makeSHIFT Architecture PLLC
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJanuary 9, 2024
“Very helpful and organized. Helped walk us through designing a 2nd story addition. Drew up a few interior and exterior options and walked us through pros and cons before picking one. Assisted builder with question as they came up.”
Lee Kartis Home Design
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsApril 9, 2016
“I've worked with Lee Kartis for several years and he is simply OUTSTANDING! He is an excellent visionary and has always made improvements to our designs continuously. He is a master in using Goggle SketchUp. He's fairly priced and ALWAYS meets his deliverable timelines. I would high recommend Lee for any projects!”
Wermers Design & Architecture
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 25, 2014
“Mr. Wermers prepared architecture plans to renovate my existing 1700 s.f. ranch house and to construct a 2000 s.f. addition. The renovations included one bathroom, three bedrooms, kitchen, breakfast room, dining room and living room and to demo the existing one car garage. The additions included a family room, sunroom, two bathrooms, one bedroom, mudroom, two-car garage, laundry room, and a room above the garage (frog). While obtaining a building permit, City staff commented on the detail and thoroughness of the construction plans. Also, Mr. Wermers performed several inspections during construction that resolved several disagreements between the Contractor and the Owner. During the inspections, Mr. Wermers found a few construction faults that saved the Owner thousands of dollars.”
D. W. Chase RA
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJune 6, 2016
“We are glad we chose Dave Chase to help us with our major exterior home remodel project. Dave's skills were up to the job of designing a new look for our 20 year old home; and providing a knowledgeable sound architectural basis for all of the changes. Dave charged a fair price, and then committed to our project in a personable and reliable manner. He was available to us through change orders, and long after presenting the initial plans. We have already recommended Dave to friends who just purchased a lot and thinking of building a new home. Thank you Dave. We love our results!”
Battaglia Design
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMarch 7, 2017
“If you truly want the house of your dreams built, Greg Battaglia is the professional who can fulfill those dreams. He is extremely creative, patient, talented and a pleasure to work with over the course of a project. I highly recommend Battaglia Design.”
Hays + Ewing Design Studio
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 6, 2014
“I'm currently working with Chris Hays on a new, energy efficient, modern farm house. From the beginning of the process Chris has listened to my goals and concerns, and creatively interpreted them into a beautiful and functional home. The space is light and open, and I feel so lucky to be able to soon live into such a special, unique home. In addition, Chris has been very considerate with budgetary concerns and worked with me and the builder along the way to keep to our budget, and in some instances creating additional savings (which I can't complain about!). Chris Hays and the Hays-Ewing team have just been wonderful to work with.”
Roger S. Guernsey, Architect
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsNovember 29, 2013
“From the beautiful yet functional front porch to our open-plan kitchen and great room, our home designed by Roger Guernsey has been a delight to live in. We constantly receive compliments on the way our home feels warm and welcoming, while still showcasing beautiful design.”
GARC Design
Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers in Virginia Beach
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsApril 29, 2021
“We reached out to GARC design after receiving an architectural design that just didn’t give us any wow factor. We needed a fresh set of ideas and inspiration for our home’s potential. Suping and Yang spent time in our home and listened to all my frustrations and dreams. They created a Vision Design with 3 different options of what the space could look like at different price points. We were so impressed with their presentation of the renovation and addition, the attention to detail and thoroughness of the designs made it easy to follow. They completely over delivered and I’m beyond thrilled to continue this venture with them. I would highly recommend GARC design to anyone who needs expert design services.”
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The most popular Architect Services in Virginia Beach are:
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There are 452 Architects & Building Designers, registered on Houzz in Virginia Beach.

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 Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach 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?
446Local Pros on Houzz Who Serve Virginia Beach, VA
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Is the scope of your home design project beyond simply replacing countertops or flooring? It’s the responsibility of a Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach, VA architectural firms and designers, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one: 

How do I find the best Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach, VA on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to Virginia Beach architects. You may also look through photos of Virginia 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