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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. Studio Graf Architects

12 Geary St Ste 603

2. Present Interior Designers

244 Kearny St Fl 5

3. Chum's Design & Print Interior Designers

582 Market St

4. Garavaglia Architecture Architects

582 Market St Ste 1800

5. In Hiatus Studios Interior Designers

582 Market St Ste 100

6. Nerdyux Interior Designers

225 Bush St

7. Geografia Urbana Architects

548 Market St PMB 13343

8. Integrated Planning And Design Architects

28 2nd St

9. Color & Code Interior Designers

28 2nd St

10. Richard T. Fiory Architects

55 New Montgomery St

11. SITELAB Urban Studio Architects

660 Mission St

12. Herzog De Meuron Us Architects

165 Jessie St Fl 2

13. Arch Vista Architects

161 Natoma St

14. Nicole Hollis Interiors Interior Designers

161 Natoma St

15. Aurobora Press Interior Designers

147 Natoma St

16. Urbis Artium Gallery Interior Designers

140 2nd St

17. Erictu.design Interior Designers

150 Minna St

18. Yourdeko.com Interior Designers

71 Stevenson St

19. Lasso Logic Interior Designers

609 Mission St

20. Ogledesigns.com Architects

535 Mission St

21. Tatulian Studios Inc. Interior Designers

535 Mission St

22. Thought-stuff Interior Designers

535 Mission St

23. Jolgorio De Diseño Interior Designers

535 Mission St

24. Luxury Tastemaker Interior Designers

580 Howard St

25. Gerson Overstreet Architects

594 Howard St Ste 301

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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