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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. Mclean Bergel Design Architects

101 The Embarcadero

2. Innovation Learning Network Interior Designers

100 California St

3. Ripley Scoggin Architects Architects

50 California St

4. Barracuda / Idea Potent, Inc. Interior Designers

101 California St Ste 2710

5. Mje Engineering Interior Designers

182 Howard St

6. Autocad Drafter, H&k Architecture Design Architects

3981 Alemany Blvd

7. Sfsu Design Working Group Interior Designers

1600 Holloway Ave

8. Tak Shing Trading Interior Designers

2257 Irving St

9. Stanford Jazz Workshop Architects

1371 9th Ave

10. Studiof-b Inc Architects

320 Judah St

11. Sacred Rose Tattoo Interior Designers

491 Guerrero St

12. Alternative Design Studio Interior Designers

3458 18th St

13. Carberry Construction Inc Interior Designers

4830 Mission St Ste 103

14. Sylvias Drapery Svc Interior Designers

4727 Mission St

15. Jenn Carroll Wilson Landscape Interior Designers

1777 Yosemite Ave

16. Manufactory Co Interior Designers

1777 Yosemite Ave

17. Salt Works Interior Designers

2101 Folsom St

18. Chroma Design Collective Interior Designers

3150 18th St Ste 220

19. Millers Tale The Interior Designers

424 Treat Ave Ste A

20. Hudson Ohio Interior Designers

630 Treat Ave

21. Yakuh Askew Architect Inc Architects

777 Florida St # 301

22. Earprint Immersive Interior Designers

2180 Bryant St

23. Professional Building Design Interior Designers

3007 24th St

24. K2a, Llp Architects

555 De Haro St Ste 380

25. Michael Stanton Architects

1501 Mariposa 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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