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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, kitchen & bath designers 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. Hornberger & Worstell Architects

170 Maiden Ln

2. Taylor Design - San Francisco Architects

550 Montgomery St Ste 925

3. Randy Thueme Design Architects

59 Grant Ave

4. zero ten design Interior Designers

59 Grant Ave Fourth Floor

5. Dennis R. Smith & Associates, Inc. Architects

111 Maiden Ln

6. Korth Sunseri Hagey Architects Architects

349 Sutter St

7. Le Sanctuaire Kitchen & Bath Designers

315 Sutter St Fl 5

8. Woods Bagot Architects

128 Spear St

9. Bob Dinetz Design Interior Designers

210 Post St

10. Rapt Studio Sf Architects

201 Post St Fl 7

11. Odada Interior Designers

201 Post St Fl 9

12. Ian Birchall & Associates Interior Designers

300 Beale St Lbby

13. Tucker & Marks Inc Interior Designers

58 Maiden Ln Fl 4

14. Prado Group Residential Home Designers

150 Post St Ste 320

15. Petersen Studio Architects

133 Kearny St Ste 303

16. Dialog Design, Lp. Architects

500 Sansome St Ste 370

17. Frear Robert Architects Architects

49 Geary St Ste 218

18. Wdg Ventures Inc Residential Home Designers

735 Market St Fl 3

19. Scanforce Architects

785 Market St

20. Tectonics Architects

833 Market St Ste 502

21. Bionic Architects

833 Market St Ste 601

22. Candra Scott & Anderson Interior Designers

297 Kansas St

23. Wick Design - Interior Decorator Interior Designers

297 Kansas St

24. Nova Designs Builds Kitchen & Bath Designers

297 Kansas St # C

25. Weisbach Architecture Design Architects

1616 16th St Ste 360

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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