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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. Plat Studio Architects

2550 9th St Ste 113a

2. Zeke Design Works Interior Designers

2530 10th St Ste 9

3. Gustave Carlson Design Architects

2718 9th St # 2606

4. Regan Bice Architects Architects

950 Grayson St

5. Levitch Associates, Inc. Architects

1029 Heinz Ave

6. Mod Cabinetry (t-f Walk In/appt. + Saturday By Appt.) Kitchen & Bath Designers

2617 San Pablo Ave

7. Bryant Architects Architects

2361 San Pablo Ave

8. Cheng Design & Construction Architects

2808 San Pablo Ave

9. Hopkins Studio architecture + design Architects

1250 Addison St #103

10. Jason Kaldis Architects Architects

1250 Addison St

11. Vee Horticulture Architects

1569 Solano Ave PMB 467

12. Farallon Gardens Architects

1569 Solano Ave PMB 124

13. Knowles Architect, Inc. Architects

832 Peralta Ave

14. Sherman Architecture Architects

1511 Valley Rd

15. Jennifer Milliken Design Interior Designers

1800 Thousand Oaks Blvd

16. Hyer Architecture Architects

263 Amherst Ave

17. Kitchen Sync Kitchen & Bath Designers

892 Colusa Ave

18. James Gwise Architect Pc Architects

1637 Solano Ave

19. Synthesis Interiors & Color Interior Designers

1607 Hopkins St

20. York Kennedy Lighting Design Architects

1366 Miramonte Ct

21. MacLeod Design & Construction Architects

1701 Martin Luther King Jr Way

22. Assembly Architects

1701 Martin Luther King Jr Way

23. Park Place Design Kitchen & Bath Designers

1918 Martin Luther King Jr Way

24. Catamount Design Architects

1913 Addison St Ste 301

25. Raimi and Associates Architects

1900 Addison 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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