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Top-Rated Architects in Raleigh - Updated Nov 2026

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Tommy Lee White Architect, PLLC.
5.0(
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Architect

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

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Customers say: Quick response

"I enthusiastically recommend Tommy Lee without reservation. He was a pleasure to work with at every step along the way -- from project design to project implementation and management. Tommy Lee is an excellent architect with a practical approach to the work, and a diplomatic project manager who can provide clear direction to contractors. I am very pleased with the apartment renovation -- not only is Tommy Lees design aesthetically beautiful, but it also significantly increased the value of my property."
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 Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

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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%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
128
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - BuildingArchitect+1 more

Serving Raleigh, 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%
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Architects FAQs, answered by experts

Designing a building takes 2-6 months, depending on project size, required permits, and revisions.

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

The most common scale for residential blueprints is 1/4 of an inch equals one foot. This scale is the most popular because it’s easier for everyone involved, from professionals to homeowners, to understand the building’s actual dimensions. Also, it allows blueprints to have the necessary details without cluttering the page.

Finding an architect for your project demands looking at the professional’s past work, speaking with prior clients to see what their experience was like, and discussing your project and vision with the expert to see what kind of input they have. Look for an architect that gets excited about your project or has experience with similar projects.

When conducting space planning, building codes and regulations need to be considered. As long as you are taking them into account and discussing them with the architect, you should be able to do your space planning appropriately.

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