You run the meetings, you make the design decisions! Our process makes it easy for designers 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.
Tell us about your skills, experience, and goals to see if it's a fit.
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Design with Cottage
Onboard to our tech-first design platform and start working on projects at all stages.
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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
Have more questions? We're here to help! Chat with us.
Yes. Cottage specializes in designing custom Accessory Dwelling Units. Our company specializes in all types of custom ADUs: detached, garage conversions, and additions!
We’ve worked with hundreds of homeowners on their custom ADU projects and have dozens of active construction projects at any given time. Our design process and standards are heavily informed by feedback from designers like you as we learn how to get better from every project we do together!
You’ll be the only designer on your projects - we trust your expertise and want you in the driver’s seat for design decisions! Our in-house architecture team is always available as a resource, and focuses on strategic initiatives for a better design process.
After submitting your application, process consists of two interviews. The first is a phone screen call with the Hiring Manager to discuss your experience and interest in Cottage. The second and final round is mock homeowner design call & portfolio review with two members of the Cottage team.
Yes. Your Cottage hours count towards NCARB AXP Requirements as A: Practice of Architecture. Our in-house Design Manager will sign off on your hours based on our standard hour distribution.
Yes, at no cost to you. Cottage equips all designers with a Cottage Google account and BIM 360/Revit, along with access to other software within our tech stack. Designers are responsible for providing their own computer.
Yes. We want designers to celebrate the work they complete for Cottage homeowners.
At this time, we are only able to work with US or Canadian residents with US citizenship or Visa eligibility to work as a freelancer.