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Home Designers & Architects in Berkeley, CA

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 217 home designers cover Berkeley, CA — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in Berkeley cover architects and interior designers. Berkeley sits in Alameda County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and Beverly Hills.

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1. Wlc Architects, Inc Architects

2600 10th St Ste 500

2. Jong & Jong Architecture & Development Architects

2907 Claremont Ave Ste 110

3. Turnbull Griffin Haesloop Architects Architects

2725 Elmwood Ave

4. Landed Interiors Interior Designers

2701 8th St #201

5. Ogle Architecture & Design Architects

1250 Addison St

6. Kodama Diseno Architects

3160 College Ave #201

7. Leong Interiors Interior Designers

1800 Dwight Way

8. Anne Norton - AND Interior Design Studio - Berkeley & Oakland Interior Designers

1791 Solano Ave

9. The Plant Library Interior Designers

702 Harrison St Ste A

10. Matano Kang Architects Architects

1204 10th St

11. Meyer & Silberberg Land Architects Architects

1101 8th St Ste 202

12. Arkin Tilt Architects Architects

1101 8th St

13. Spaulding Chris Architects

801 Camelia St

14. Design Set Match Architects

1569 Solano Ave

15. Brock Peter Architects

812 Camelia St

16. Gary Earl Parsons Architect Architects

814 Camelia St

17. See Arch Architects

814 Camelia St

18. Burks Toma Architects Architects

814 Camelia St

19. The Architects Office Architects

825 Page St Ste 203

20. Mahsa Vanaki Studio Interior Designers

2703 7th St

21. Eisenmann Architecture Architects

1331 7th St Ste G

22. Todd Jersey Architecture Architects

1321 Eighth St STE 2

23. Manual Labor Interior Designers

1326 Ninth St

24. Drake Design Associates Interior Designers

1517 5th St Ste C

25. Quantum Builders For Sustainable Living Architects

1454B 4th St

Home designers & architects in Berkeley, CA: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Berkeley, CA in Alameda County.

What home design costs in Berkeley

Home designers and architects in Berkeley typically charge a flat fee for a defined scope, an hourly rate (commonly $100-$250/hr) for consulting, or a percentage of construction cost (often 8-15%) for full-service projects. Ask for a written proposal that spells out deliverables, revisions, and who handles permits.

How to choose a home designer in Berkeley

  • Ask how many revisions are included and how changes are billed.
  • Ask whether they'll coordinate with your builder and stay involved during construction.
  • Read reviews for communication and deadlines — the common complaints are slow drawings and scope creep.
  • Match the pro to the job — an architect for structural or complex work, a home designer for many remodels and additions.
  • Review a portfolio of built Berkeley-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • How many revisions are included?
  • Will you stay involved during construction?
  • Can I see built projects like mine?
  • Is your fee flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost?
  • Are you licensed, and who stamps the drawings?

Many Berkeley listings also handle new-home design, additions, remodels, and permit-ready construction drawings.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a home designer or architect cost in Berkeley?

Berkeley designers and architects charge a flat fee for a set scope, an hourly rate often around $100 to $250 an hour, or a percentage of construction cost, commonly 8 to 15 percent, for full-service projects. Ask for a written proposal.

Do I need an architect or a home designer?

For structural changes, additions, or complex builds you generally want a licensed architect. For many remodels and straightforward new homes a home designer can handle it for less. Ask who stamps the drawings.

Will the designer handle permits in Berkeley?

Many do, or they prepare permit-ready drawings and coordinate with the Berkeley building department. Confirm this up front, as it saves time and rejected submittals.

How long does home design take?

A concept can take a few weeks; full construction drawings for a custom home or major addition often run one to three months, plus permit review.

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