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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. H Julien Designs Interior Designers

1798 Shattuck Ave

2. Uxo Architects, Inc Architects

1543 Shattuck Ave Ste 202

3. Calthorpe Analytics Architects

2095 Rose St Ste 201

4. Steel Bay Designs Interior Designers

256 Purdue Ave

5. Andra Weber Creative Llc Interior Designers

2120 University Ave

6. Vertical Product Development Interior Designers

2120 University Ave

7. Natasha Price Design Interior Designers

3101 Shattuck Ave

8. Image Maven Design Interior Designers

2721 Shattuck Ave

9. Holey Associates Architects

2471 Shattuck Ave

10. Sustainable Housing At California Architects

2201 Piedmont Ave

11. Norikonoko Japanese Rstrnt Architects

2556 Telegraph Ave

12. Wicked Co Interior Designers

2431 Telegraph Ave

13. Greg James Racing Llc Architects

1100 Eastshore Hwy

14. Meyer Studio Land Architects Architects

1101 8th St Ste 202

15. Forefront Creative Solutions Laboratory Architects

1224 5th St

16. Stephen B Swearengen Dba The Architects Office Architects

825 Page St Ste 203

17. And Research Design Production Architects

1805 2nd St

18. Banner King Interior Designers

1805 2nd St

19. Sylvaine Guille & Levi's Strauss & Co Interior Designers

1801 4th St

20. Bernheim N Dean Inc Architects

2430 5th St Ste M

21. Good Fishing Llc Architects

2475 4th St

22. Mgg Studio Llc Architects

2703 7th St Ste 325

23. Guthrie Friedlander Architects Architects

2117 4th St

24. Massey Design Assoc Interior Designers

732 Addison St

25. Scrapbook Territory Interior Designers

1717 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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