| Project | Architect fee | Share of construction |
|---|---|---|
| New custom home, 3,000 SF | $50,000 – $139,000 | 6–16% |
| Whole-house renovation, 2,000 SF | $38,000 – $117,000 | 9–26% |
| Addition, 600 SF | $17,000 – $45,000 | 9–24% |
| ADU or guest house, 700 SF | $15,000 – $45,000 | 7–21% |
Local architect wages from BLS (May 2025); new-home construction runs about $159 per SF in this part of the country (Census). Consultants such as structural engineers are extra. Cost out your own project in Dallas →
For a 3,000 SF custom new home in the Dallas area, full architectural services typically run $50,000 – $139,000, about 6–16% of construction cost. A 2,000 SF whole-house renovation typically runs $38,000 – $117,000. Estimates come from the Architects List cost tool, built on local BLS wage data and Census construction costs; engineers and other consultants are billed separately.