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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, residential home designers and kitchen & bath 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. Aidlin Darling Design Architects

500 3rd St Ste 410

2. Walters & Wolf Interiors Interior Designers

653 Harrison St

3. Alamosa Design Architects

531 Howard St

4. Anderson Anderson Architecture Architects

90 Tehama St

5. Deleap Interior Designers

540 Howard St

6. Walker Warner Architects Architects

353 Folsom St

7. Studio Gang San Francisco Architects

300 Beale St Ste 101

8. Kicker Studio Interior Designers

350 Townsend St

9. WRNS Studio Architects

501 2nd St

10. David Baker Architects Architects

461 2nd St

11. Antonia Bava Landscape Architects Architects

480 2nd St #200

12. Levy Design Partners Architects

90 S Park St

13. Landbank Investments Residential Home Designers

102 S Park St

14. Sand Studios Architects

449 Bryant St

15. Mark Horton Architecture Architects

135 S Park St

16. Pfau Long Architecture Architects

98 Jack London Alley

17. Ibex Enterprises Dba Resource And Design, Inc. Interior Designers

350 Brannan St Fl 1

18. Cac Architects Architects

400 Brannan St # 1

19. The Francesca Architects

665 3rd St

20. Studio Terpeluk Architects

148 Townsend St

21. nottoscale Interior Designers

148 Townsend St 2nd Fl#01

22. Bulthaup Kitchen & Bath Designers

290 Townsend St # 2nd Floor

23. Square One Interiors Interior Designers

660 4th St PMB 803

24. Ohm Lighting Llc Architects

660 4th St PMB 355

25. Zon Architects, Inc Architects

660 4th St PMB 255

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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