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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. Cunningham Design Interior Designers

252 Elsie St

2. dmaSF Architects

60 Santa Marina St

3. Rys Architects Architects

10 Monterey Blvd Ste 1

4. Beausoleil Architects Architects

478 Monterey Blvd

5. Z Studio Architects Architects

1390 Monterey Blvd

6. Alder Landscape Architecture Architects

3425 Alemany Blvd

7. J & N Kitchen Cabinets, Inc. Kitchen & Bath Designers

988 Geneva Ave

8. Foust Architecture Architects

4804 Mission St

9. Baylands Development Inc. Residential Home Designers

2201 Bayshore Blvd

10. Felthouse Louis H Architects

150 Executive Park Blvd

11. Universal Paragon Corporation Residential Home Designers

150 Executive Park Blvd Ste 1180

12. Ams Acropolis Construction Residential Home Designers

2660 San Bruno Ave

13. Julie Jay Staging Interior Designers

1901 Carroll Ave

14. Bella Casa Home Staging Interior Designers

1825 Egbert Ave

15. Marinship Development Interest Residential Home Designers

1485 Bay Shore Blvd Ste 200

16. SVK Interior Design Interior Designers

2339 3rd St

17. Aplat Interior Designers

1777 Yosemite Ave

18. Wynn Scott Architects

1777 Yosemite Ave Ste 130

19. Renovation and Design Interior Designers

5172 3rd St

20. 2m Architecture Architects

501 Cortland Ave

21. Hendler Design Architects

300 Kansas St

22. Sven Lavine Architecture Architects

3730 Folsom St

23. Mrs. Patel's Architects

1501 Cortland Ave

24. Mason Kirby, Inc. Architects

306 Precita Ave

25. DOES Architecture Architects

22 Montezuma 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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