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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, residential home designers, interior 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. 360 Builders Studio Architects

1160 Battery St Ste 100

2. MKThink Architects

1500 Sansome St

3. Architectural Resources Group, Inc. Architects

9 The Embarcadero Ste 107

4. Westbrook Partners Residential Home Designers

1 Embarcadero Ctr Ste 3700

5. Ehdd Architecture Architects

1 Ferry Bldg

6. Jay Paul Company Residential Home Designers

4 Embarcadero Ctr Ste 3620

7. Cultivate Architects

101 The Embarcadero Ste 212

8. Pacific Waterfront Partners Residential Home Designers

101 The Embarcadero Ste 200

9. Optimal Design Group Architects

101 The Embarcadero Ste 208

10. Jennings Ackerley Architecture Architects

388 Market St Ste 1300

11. Brian Spiers Development Residential Home Designers

388 Market St Ste 940

12. Mwa Architects Inc. Architects

135 Main St Ste 550

13. Stallworth Enterprises Inc Architects

135 Main St Ste 550

14. Strada Investment Group Residential Home Designers

201 Spear St Ste 1650

15. Pfk Development Group Ltd Residential Home Designers

201 Spear St Ste 1150

16. Steve Walker Studio, Inc. Architects

1080 Avenue M

17. Mv Trading Co Kitchen & Bath Designers

2341 Irving St

18. The Opus Studios Architects

2109 Taraval St

19. Plinth Architects

58 W Portal Ave #328

20. Re+habit Design Interior Designers

236 West Portal Ave PMB 264

21. Bridge Housing Residential Home Designers

255 Woodside Ave

22. Lutsko Associates Architects

3295 Mission St

23. Castano Lasker Interior Designers

50 29th St

24. Studio Peek Ancona Architects

273 Duncan St

25. Melander Architects Inc. Architects

1677A Church St

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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