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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 interior designers, architects and residential home designers. 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. Amy Weaver Design Interior Designers

1055 California St #7

2. Georgina Rice & Co. Inc. Interior Designers

550 15th St

3. De Sousa Hughes LLC Interior Designers

101 Henry Adams St UNIT 272

4. Nystrom Design Interior Designers

2 Henry Adams St Suite 247

5. Bay West Group Residential Home Designers

2 Henry Adams St Ste 450

6. Innovations In Wall Coverings Interior Designers

2 Henry Adams St

7. Katie Raffetto Interior Design Interior Designers

2 Henry Adams St Ste M73

8. Tish Key Interior Design Interior Designers

166 S Park St

9. Sdg - Scheiber Design Group Interior Designers

2 Henry Adams St Ste M18

10. Denise Maloney Interior Design Interior Designers

166 S Park St Ste 5

11. BAMO Interior Designers

1000 Brannan St Unit 300

12. Axis Architecture + Design Architects

1000 Brannan St Ste 404

13. Nicolehollis Interior Designers

1000 Brannan St Ste 503

14. Thayer Hopkins Architects Architects

500 Montgomery St

15. Bogatay Architects Architects

1108 Bryant St # C

16. MacCracken Robinson Architects Architects

479 9th St 2nd Floor

17. Cass Calder Smith Architecture + Interiors Architects

44 McLea Ct

18. Sternberg Benjamin Architects,inc. Architects

1331 Harrison St

19. Piechota Architecture Architects

367 9th St Ste B

20. Tara Baker. Llc Interior Designers

136 Dore St

21. David Jaehning Architect Architects

381 11th St

22. Síol Architects

425 10th St

23. Asana Architects

1550 Bryant St

24. Veverka Architects Architects

645 Harrison St Ste 101

25. Kennerly Architecture & Planning Architects

375 Alabama St Ste 440

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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