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Home Designers & Architects in San Jose, CA

Find vetted house cleaners near San Jose, California. Here are 274 home designers — recurring, move-in/out, and deep cleaning. Most offer free estimates. Providers listed in San Jose cover architects, interior designers, kitchen & bath designers and residential home designers. San Jose sits in Santa Clara County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and San Juan Capistrano.

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1. Sunflower Staging Co. Interior Designers

2061 Lincoln Ave

2. Mckim Design Group Architects

4595 Cherry Ave

3. Tomlinson Kitchen and Bath Kitchen & Bath Designers

6055 Meridian Ave

4. Ultimate Kitchen & Bath Interior Designers

5779 Winfield Blvd Ste A1

5. Bayside Landscape Architects

1175 Branham Ln # 18964

6. Symmetry Designs Interior Designers

3150 Almaden Expy

7. New Life Home Staging Interior Designers

1858 Almaden Rd

8. Gp Residential Designs Architects

829 S 7th St

9. Nick's Custom Cabinets Kitchen & Bath Designers

1758 Angela St

10. Landscape Nirvana Architects

1098 S 6th St # C

11. Staging Artists Interior Designers

1919 Monterey Hwy Ste 10

12. Almaden Kitchen & Granite Inc. Kitchen & Bath Designers

2137 S 10th St

13. K&k Homes Realty Residential Home Designers

909 Story Rd Unit 200

14. Encore Staging Services Interior Designers

2010 Senter Rd

15. Camargo & Associates Architects

3953 Yolo Dr

16. Debra Kay George Interiors Interior Designers

6584 Camden Ave

17. LANDFOUR Landscape Architects

54 Essendon Way

18. S3 Design Group, Home Improvement Builders Residential Home Designers

307 Piercy Rd

19. In Level Construction Inc Interior Designers

481 Curie Dr

20. Patrick Stein & Associates Architects

5669 Snell Ave

21. Kelly Banks-designing Women Interiors Interior Designers

2829 Aiello Dr

22. Artik Art & Architecture Architects

394 Umbarger Rd Ste A

23. Gomez Woodworking Kitchen & Bath Designers

354 Umbarger Rd #9

24. Nahouraii Studio, Inc. Architects

2720 Aborn Rd

25. Event Architects Architects

631 Brennan St Ste I

Home designers & architects in San Jose, CA: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving San Jose, CA in Santa Clara County.

What home design costs in San Jose

Home designers and architects in San Jose 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 Jose

  • Ask how many revisions are included and how changes are billed.
  • 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 Jose-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Do you handle permits and inspections in San Jose?
  • 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 Jose 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 Jose?

San Jose 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 Jose?

Many do, or they prepare permit-ready drawings and coordinate with the San Jose 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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