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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 and architects. 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. Spilsted Design Assoc Architects

133 Kearny St Ste 202

2. George Lawson Gallery Interior Designers

49 Geary St Fl 2

3. Singlebound Creative Interior Designers

760 Market St Ste 1032

4. Helix Opportunity Interior Designers

833 Market St Ste 421

5. Perspective Lab, Llc Interior Designers

251 Rhode Island St

6. Clark Creative Group Interior Designers

251 Rhode Island St Ste 204

7. One Heart Press Interior Designers

1616 16th St

8. Amanda Teal Design Interior Designers

1616 16th St

9. La Bella Copia Interior Designers

255 Kansas St Ste 320

10. Gabo Llc Interior Designers

101 Henry Adams St Ste 300

11. Strata Landscape Architecture Architects

111 Rhode Island St Ste 16

12. Kristin Riccio Interior Design Interior Designers

185 Arkansas St

13. Dauer Architects Pc Architects

1 Arkansas St Ste D2

14. Tingley Design Architects

1 Arkansas St

15. Anthony Laurino Design Interior Designers

10 Arkansas St

16. Tbd* At Cca Interior Designers

1111 8th St

17. Loft Architecture + Design Architects

739 Bryant St

18. Appetite Engineers Interior Designers

751 Bryant St

19. Philpotts Interiors Interior Designers

643 7th St

20. Lightsmith Laser Interior Designers

354 5th St

21. Huck Gee Inc Interior Designers

728 Bryant St

22. Creative Design Solutions Interior Designers

855 Folsom St Ste 142

23. Elisa Stancil Interior Designers

365 Tehama St

24. Dowling | Duncan Interior Designers

368 Clementina St

25. Serafini Studios Interior Designers

12 Geary St Ste 405

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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