r/architecture (about 2.1M members, directory rank #536) is for students, professionals and lovers of architecture. Interior spaces, renovation how-tos and historic houses each fit better when the interest is not architectural design.
How to choose
Stay on architecture for buildings, theory and the profession. Use InteriorDesign for interiors, HomeImprovement for renovation projects, and centuryhomes for 100+ year-old houses.
Starting point: r/architecture
r/architecture
— Architecture
- Members: 2.1M
- Directory rank: #536
- 7-day growth: +2K
A community for students, professionals, and lovers of architecture.
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Interior Design (Interior Architecture)
- Members: 1.2M
- Directory rank: #924
When to choose it: Interior spaces rather than building exteriors/structure.
Why it is here: Directory related. Public description frames functional interior spaces (about 1.2M members, rank #924).
How it differs from r/architecture: Interiors versus architectural building design.
The Hivemind Improving Homes
- Members: 4.8M
- Directory rank: #188
When to choose it: Hands-on renovation and repair projects.
Why it is here: Large home-improvement community (about 4.8M members, rank #188). See also diy vs homeimprovement.
How it differs from r/architecture: DIY renovation versus architectural practice.
Century Homes
- Members: 1.2M
- Directory rank: #849
When to choose it: Homes that are about 100 years old or older.
Why it is here: Public description for century homes enthusiasts (about 1.2M members, rank #849).
How it differs from r/architecture: Historic house culture versus general architecture.
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Members and public descriptions come from SubMouse's safe-for-work directory (as of 2026-11-02 UTC); 7-day growth measured from 2026-10-26. Posts/day and culture claims appear only when we have them — missing fields stay n/a. Directory rank is listing order. Communities outside the published Top 100 open in the info tool instead of a full community page. Guide updated 2026-11-07.