| Project | Architect fee | Share of construction |
|---|---|---|
| New custom home, 3,000 SF | $56,000 – $154,000 | 6–15% |
| Whole-house renovation, 2,000 SF | $43,000 – $128,000 | 8–24% |
| Addition, 600 SF | $18,000 – $50,000 | 8–23% |
| ADU or guest house, 700 SF | $17,000 – $49,000 | 7–20% |
Local architect wages from BLS (May 2025); new-home construction runs about $206 per SF in this part of the country (Census). Consultants such as structural engineers are extra. Full breakdown of architect fees in Kansas City → · Cost out your own project
For a 3,000 SF custom new home in the Kansas City area, full architectural services typically run $56,000 – $154,000, about 6–15% of construction cost. A 2,000 SF whole-house renovation typically runs $43,000 – $128,000. 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.