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Home Designers & Architects in San Francisco, CA

Need a house cleaner in San Francisco? Below are 1318 home designers serving San Francisco, CA — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in San Francisco cover architects, interior designers and drafting & blueprint services. San Francisco sits in San Francisco County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and San Gabriel.

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1. Zack De Vito Architecture Architects

156 S Park St

2. Curtain Up Interior Designers

143 Dolores St

3. Drafting Consultants Drafting & Blueprint Services

2261 Market St

4. Heidi Mortensen Design Interior Designers

434A Guerrero St

5. Winder Gibson Architects Architects

1898 Mission St

6. McGriff Architects Architects

1475 15th St

7. Rg Architecture Architects

428 S Van Ness Ave

8. Miller Company Landscape Architects Architects

2973 16th St # 200

9. Van Dorn Abed Landscp Archtcts Architects

81 14th St

10. Ashdown Architecture & Design Architects

1681 Folsom St

11. Light Space Architecture Office, Llp Architects

165 Jessie St Fl 4

12. Eden Wright Design Interior Designers

1585 Folsom St Fl 2

13. Studio Ddm Interior Designers

1585 Folsom St

14. Donald Macdonald Architects Architects

1516 Folsom St # B

15. Northworks Architects

355 11th St Ste 200

16. Gast Architects Architects

355 11th St Ste 300

17. Stanley Saitowitz Architects

1022 Natoma St Unit 3

18. Domus & Domus Group Interior Designers

1645 Mission St

19. Mak Studio Architects

49 Rodgers St

20. Pencil Box Architects, Inc. Architects

1663 Mission St Ste 650

21. Applegate Tran Interiors Interior Designers

34 Woodward St

22. Gee Gary Architectures Architects

98 Brady St

23. Architecture & Light Architects

60 Brady St

24. Saida + Sullivan Design Partners Architects

77 Van Ness Ave Apt 202

25. Daga Architects

45 Franklin St Ste 201

Home designers & architects in San Francisco, CA: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving San Francisco, CA in San Francisco County.

What home design costs in San Francisco

Home designers and architects in San Francisco 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 San Francisco

  • 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 San Francisco-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.
  • Confirm licensing and who stamps the drawings, and whether they handle permits and inspections.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Do you handle permits and inspections in San Francisco?
  • 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?

Many San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

Many do, or they prepare permit-ready drawings and coordinate with the San Francisco 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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