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Home Designers & Architects in Palo Alto, CA

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in Palo Alto? We list 94 local home designers across Palo Alto and nearby California, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in Palo Alto cover interior designers, architects and kitchen & bath designers. Palo Alto sits in Santa Clara County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and Palos Verdes Estates.

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1. Designingimpacts Interior Designers

450 Jane Stanford Way

2. Girls Driving For A Difference Interior Designers

416 Escondido Mall # 550

3. Rob Wellington Quigley Aia Interior Designers

210 High St

4. Rcd Autovision Interior Designers

115 Everett Ave

5. Long Design Interior Designers

125 University Ave Ste 140

6. Domus Contempo Kitchen & Bath Designers

219 University Ave

7. Binkley Design Group Architects

536 Bryant St

8. Dl Architecture & Planning Architects

616 Ramona St

9. Sanford Lighting Design Interior Designers

644 Emerson St

10. Wowa West Llc Architects

555 Bryant St PMB 140

11. Tailored Prints Interior Designers

555 Bryant St

12. Autovision-rcd Interior Designers

380 Hamilton Ave # 1240

13. Rlds Interior Designers

380 Hamilton Ave

14. Noun Labs Interior Designers

560 College Ave

15. Heather Trossman Architecture Architects

220 California Ave Ste 246

16. New York Stock Exchange Architects

845 Page Mill Rd

17. Ab4 Architects

2370 Watson Ct

18. Mogul Stones, Inc Architects

4131 El Camino Real Ste 200

19. Stellus Systems Inc Interior Designers

1000 Elwell Ct

Home designers & architects in Palo Alto, CA: a local guide

We currently track 19 residential architects and home designers serving Palo Alto, CA in Santa Clara County.

What home design costs in Palo Alto

Home designers and architects in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto

  • 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 Palo Alto-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.
  • Confirm licensing and who stamps the drawings, and whether they handle permits and inspections.
  • Pin down the fee structure up front — flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost.
  • Ask how many revisions are included and how changes are billed.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • 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?
  • Do you handle permits and inspections in Palo Alto?

Many Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?

Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?

Many do, or they prepare permit-ready drawings and coordinate with the Palo Alto 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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