Locations We Serve

Home Remodeling and Design-Build Services in Northern Virginia for 40+ Years

When you work with Commonwealth Home Design, you partner with an architect-owned design/build firm that has shaped Northern Virginia homes for over 40 years. Our integrated team guides each project from concept through construction, managing architecture, design, permitting, and construction under one roof.

Many Northern Virginia homeowners reach a point where their homes no longer support their lifestyle. Outdated layouts, inefficient kitchens and baths, or changing family needs create pressure on existing space. In established communities like Vienna, moving often means sacrificing location, schools, and neighborhood connections. Remodeling becomes the smarter long-term choice.

Our service area covers Fairfax County and Arlington County, from the Potomac River in the north to the Beltway in the south. We focus on larger-scale residential projects including whole-house remodels, major additions, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and in-law suites.

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Vienna, VA

Vienna is known for its tight-knit neighborhoods, top-rated schools, lively downtown festivals, and a housing stock that spans nearly a century of building styles.

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Great Falls, VA

Great Falls is Northern Virginia’s most spacious and private residential community — the setting here is unlike any other community in our service area.

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McLean, VA

McLean stretches from the Potomac River on its northern border to Tysons Corner on its southern edge, covering some of the most valuable residential real estate in the Washington, D.C. region.

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Falls Church, VA

Falls Church is home to mid-century ramblers, brick colonials, postwar Capes and bungalows, and thoughtful renovations that take these good-bones homes and make them work for today’s families.

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Reston, VA

A community where thoughtful design, natural beauty, and diverse housing would work together. Six decades later, that vision is still visible in Reston’s villages, lakes, trails, and neighborhoods.

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Oakton, VA

Oakton sits just west of Vienna in the heart of Fairfax County, known for its larger lots, mature tree canopy, and a housing stock that reflects four decades of suburban development.

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Arlington, VA

Arlington has the oldest and most varied housing stock of any community we serve.

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Home Design & Construction Services We Offer in Every Community We Serve

Commonwealth Home Design brings the same design/build process to every project, whether you’re in Vienna, Arlington, McLean, or anywhere across Northern Virginia. Our work spans the full range of residential remodeling:

- Home Remodeling
- Home Additions
- New Home Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Basement Remodeling
- Mother-In-Law Suites
- Garage Remodeling
- Outdoor Living

A homeowner in Reston might come to us for a whole-house remodel. A Great Falls family might want a kitchen reconfigured around an addition. Whatever the project, the process is the same: integrated architecture, design, and construction under one roof.

Why Homeowners Trust Commonwealth

At Commonwealth, architecture and construction are integrated under one roof, so every project is both carefully planned and precisely built.

Upfront Transparency — Clients consistently point to our upfront design and estimating process as a source of confidence. Before work begins, you’ll have a clear design plan and a detailed cost estimate, so you know exactly what to expect before construction starts.
In-House Architect Expertise — Our architects look at your home with fresh eyes, often suggesting options you may not have considered that make better use of space and improve the flow of your home.
One Point of Contact — A dedicated project manager keeps you informed at every step, handling day-to-day details so you always feel supported and in control.
Responsiveness & Daily Oversight — From craftsmen to project managers, our team is present and responsive throughout construction. Homeowners know they can expect someone onsite daily and answers when they need them.
A Streamlined Design/Build Process — Because design and construction are integrated in-house, we minimize surprises, keep budgets on target, and ensure a smoother experience start to finish.
Integrity & Follow-Through — Doing right by our clients is central to how we work. Whether it’s going the extra mile during construction or handling small issues down the line, our team treats every project as if it were our own home.
Results That Endure — 40 years of work across Northern Virginia has earned us repeat clients and referrals from neighbors and friends. Families return because they know our craftsmanship stands the test of time.

Built on Trust. Rooted in Vienna, VA

For over four decades, our work has largely come from referrals and repeat clients — families in Vienna and surrounding Northern Virginia communities who return to us when it’s time for their next project. From our historic across from the Red Caboose, we continue to deliver thoughtful design and quality construction that reflects the trust our clients place in us.

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Northern Virginia Service Area: Your Questions, Answered

What towns does Commonwealth Home Design serve?

Commonwealth Home Design serves Vienna, Oakton, McLean, Arlington, Falls Church, Great Falls, and Reston, Virginia. Our work is concentrated in Fairfax County and Arlington County, with most projects within a 20-mile radius of our Vienna office.

Do you take projects outside these towns?

We occasionally work outside our core service area for the right project, particularly whole-house remodels and historically significant homes. If your home is in an adjacent Northern Virginia community, we encourage you to reach out and we can discuss whether it’s a good fit.

How long has Commonwealth Home Design been working in Northern Virginia?

Over 40 years. We were founded in Vienna in 1986 and have been designing and building remodels for Northern Virginia families ever since. A significant portion of our work is referrals from neighbors and friends, and many of our projects are repeat work for past clients.

Why choose a local Northern Virginia design/build firm?

Northern Virginia homes have specific characteristics that come with the territory, from Fairfax County permitting requirements to the architectural styles common in established neighborhoods like Vienna’s historic core or McLean’s mid-century areas. A local firm understands the building stock, the permitting process, and the design vocabulary that makes a remodel feel like it belongs in the neighborhood.

Where is Commonwealth Home Design located?

Our office is at 208 Dominion Rd NE in Vienna, Virginia, in a historic building across from the Red Caboose. We’ve operated from Vienna since 1986.

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Every successful project begins with a thoughtful conversation. We’ll listen to your goals, walk through what’s working and what isn’t in your current home, and share ideas you may not have considered. From there, you’ll leave with a clear sense of timelines, realistic budget expectations, and confidence that your project will be in capable hands with Commonwealth.

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My wife and I recently did a kitchen and bath renovation and we couldn't be happier with Commonwealth. They did exactly what they promised, on time and on budget. One of our big concerns was not having someone onsite daily but the Commonwealth team arrived every day to keep our project timeline intact. We were so impressed with Commonwealth we had their company build our kitchen cabinets for our renovation. They look amazing! We would 100% recommend Commonwealth (and already have)!
Brandon Cook

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You guys are the BEST. I mean it. I wanted to drop you a note to tell you how happy Ruth and I are with the work that Commonwealth did on our remodeling project. As you know, half of our house was worked on, and the results were spectacular. Every phase of your work went smoothly…it was apparent that Commonwealth’s success comes in large part, from really listening to the needs, desires and dreams of your customers.”
Glenn, Fairfax, VA

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We had the pleasure of working with Commonwealth Home Design on an extensive renovation of our entire house. We are thrilled with the outcome and recommend them highly and without reservation…What we found very impressive about the Commonwealth team was the project planning and communication. Before work started, we were provided with a detailed project plan and cost estimates, and we were educated on what to expect during each stage of the project…There were no surprises or disappointments, and every day we received written communication about the work performed that day and planned for the next…The best part of the experience was the final result, which exceeded our expectations in terms of design, workmanship and quality. We would not hesitate to work with the Commonwealth team again and give them our strongest recommendation.
Nell Williams

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We did a significant remodel of our 20 year old home with Commonwealth and it was fantastic from start to finish. This is a well oiled machine that is very professional and reliable with a high quality product. My biggest concern at the start was simply not getting what we we wanted and what we were paying for. We had heard horror stories of contractor ripoffs. Commonwealth was the opposite. They plan with you, they deliver excellent work, and also were flexible in the middle of the project to pivot when we wanted to changes and didn't penalize us. Two years after our warranties on the work expired we had a small issue and they popped over and just handled it. We've recommended them to dozens of friends and everyone who has used them has had a similar experience. Commonwealth is a sure thing.
Brian Munroe