For Architects & Designers

Design With Us

Work for yourself - from anywhere - on Cottage’s tech-forward architectural platform.

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Are you an architect looking to get bids from the Cottage Builder Network?

Why join the Cottage Design Studio?

The Design Studio is at the heart of every happy homeowner’s story. Great design is what brings Cottage projects to life.

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Direct 
Homeowner
engagement

You run the meetings, you make the design decisions! Our process makes it easy for designer to work with homeowners

Design... Redesigned

We’ve reimagined the residential design process with technology at the core. Spend more time on design and less time on busywork.

Designed to Build

See your projects go from schematic design to move-in ready in less than a year. Our platform is an unmatched opportunity for residential built work in your portfolio.

How it works

Apply to Join

Tell us about your skills, experience, and goals to see if it's a fit.

Design with Cottage

Onboard to our tech-first design platform and start working on projects at all stages.

Focus on Architecture

We handle everything... so you can focus on building your client and architectural skill set.

“I am super impressed with and grateful for the standards Cottage has put together. You guys have anything and everything covered!”

Collin T.

“I have really enjoyed the work  - I find meeting with the homeowners rewarding, the efficiencies of Cottage super refreshing, and I'm very happy to be part of this team.”

Paige S.

“You have no idea how many times I’ve bragged about the Cottage work culture to my friends. I’ve worked in many places - both private and nonprofit - and none come close.”

Gabriel H.

What we look for

Experienced, talented architectural designers

Looking for a fully-remote, fully-flexible work-for-yourself model

Strong in client engagement skills

Tech-savvy and unafraid to challenge the industry status quo

Uncompromising in high quality output, and can hit this bar independently

Growth minded, looking to expand their business, skills and expertise

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FAQ

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Do you only work on ADUs?
How many projects has Cottage done?
Will I be working on my projects with an in-house architect?
What does the interview process look like?
Does Cottage support AXP?
Does Cottage provide software?
Can I use Cottage work in my portfolio?
Can international candidates apply?