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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, interior designers and kitchen & bath designers. Berkeley sits in Alameda County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and Beverly Hills.

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1. All Natural Stone Kitchen & Bath Designers

611 Hearst Ave

2. Refined Interiors Interior Designers

800 Delaware St

3. Restoration Design Group, Inc Architects

800 Hearst Ave

4. Studio KDA Multi-discipline architecture & interior design Interior Designers

1810 Sixth St #2003

5. Yes Duffy Architects

835 Hearst Ave

6. Celery Design Collaborative Interior Designers

1718 San Pablo Ave

7. Jean Flynn Interiors Interior Designers

1609 San Pablo Ave

8. DSA Architects Architects

1107 Virginia St

9. Skeels Design Architecture Architects

2215 Tenth St #1

10. Envelope Architecture and Design Architects

2212 Sixth St

11. Studio G+S Architects Architects

2223 Fifth St

12. Alexander Jermyn Architecture Architects

2332 5th St Ste A

13. Robert Remiker Architects Architects

800 Bancroft Way Ste 203

14. Cari Designs Architecture Architects

2809 Telegraph Ave Ste 204

15. Hayashida Architects Architects

832 Bancroft Way

16. Sidell Pakravan | Bay Area Architect Architects

2445 6th St

17. Trachtenberg Architects Architects

2421 Fourth St

18. Mikiten Architecture Architects

2415 5th St

19. Berkeley Energy Compliance Architects

940 Dwight Way Ste 1

20. Fernau & Hartman Architects Architects

2512 9th St Ste 2

21. Koch Architects Architects

2512 9th St Ste 5

22. Sports Management Group Architects

2607 7th St Ste B

23. Fb Design Build Architects

924 Carleton St

24. Argyle Design, Inc. Interior Designers

926 Carleton St

25. Laura Eichel Interiors Interior Designers

928 Carleton 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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