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Top-Rated Architects in Durham - Updated Nov 2026

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Tommy Lee White Architect, PLLC.
5.0(
6
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Architect

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Tommy Lee did an amazing job in designing and executing our new addition to our home last year. This included a new kitchen, bathroom and deck. We have an old but beautiful center-hall colonial home in Maplewood, NJ and he was able to keep the aesthetic while giving a very sharp, modern clean new space. My family is so happy with the results, no regrets. Tommy Lee was easy to work with, flexible and always accessible. I highly recommend him for any home project needing an architect, big or small."
Farm House
Farm House
Kitchen Addition
Kitchen Addition
Kitchen Addition

+24

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Peaches and Cream Creative Designs
4.4(
13
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Designer - Building

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These people did an amazing job! Being the guy that I am my house definitely needed some new ideas. I have no clue about interior design, but working with them quickly put me at ease. So if you're looking for a company to guide you in the right direction and create something just for you, go with this interior design company!"
Interior Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job
Bathroom Makeover
Design job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
127
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RMC Architecture, PLLC
4.5(
2
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD+1 more

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company, RMC Architecture, on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your task or project. Bob Cwikla, AIA, LEED AP has been leading the design of commercial, institutional and residential projects for over 30 years and brings a wealth of experience combined with a highly collaborative process. The result will be a design that is uniquely suited to our clients needs and meets budgetary and schedule goals. We look forward to working with you!

Response time6 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects FAQs, answered by experts

The design phase varies by project size and complexity; initial ideas can take weeks, while extensive plans may extend to months for complete detailing.

Some architects include interior design in their portfolio of offerings, while some architectural firms employ interior designers to handle that aspect of home building projects or refer clients to interior designers they’ve worked with in the past. Ask a local architect whether they offer interior design services as well.

While possible for small projects, professional designers ensure compliance with building codes and structural integrity.

The various types of architects can be broken down into eight distinct categories, but there can be specific specialties within each of them. Most homeowners will work with a residential, restoration, green, interior, landscape, or retrofit architect for projects. There are also lighting and commercial architects whose work is geared more toward large spaces and businesses.

A floor plan is a less detailed illustration showing a building or room's layout from above, including elements like windows, doors, walls, and fixtures. It offers a simplified view for homeowners. In contrast, a blueprint is a more detailed, to-scale architectural drawing that includes all parts of the building plans, such as structural elements, construction details, and utility schematics. While a floor plan can be a type of view within a blueprint, the complete blueprint contains all the necessary details to turn the plan into a reality.

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