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Home Designers & Architects in Alameda, CA

Need a house cleaner in Alameda? Below are 30 home designers serving Alameda, CA — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in Alameda cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Alameda sits in Alameda County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and Albany.

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1. Diagram Architecture Architects

2201 Shoreline Dr # 2351

2. Choi & Robles Architecture Architects

2251 Harbor Bay Pkwy

3. Acme Architectural Group Architects

883 Island Dr Ste 200

4. Sand & Stars Design Interior Designers

3117 Santa Clara Ave

5. Kimberly McGowan Interiors Interior Designers

3117 Santa Clara Ave

6. Norman Sanchez Architecture Inc. Architects

1151 Harbor Bay Pkwy Ste 206c

7. MBH Architects Architects

960 Atlantic Ave

8. Ingrid Ballmann Interior Design Interior Designers

1138 Ballena Blvd

9. Market And Nest Interior Designers

1408 Encinal Ave # A

10. Mary Susan Ubbelohde Dba Loisos Ubbelohd Architects

1917 Clement Ave Bldg 10-A

11. Mickus Projects Interior Designers

452 Taylor Ave

12. West Coast Novelty Gary Trubow Interior Designers

1301 Marina Village Pkwy

13. William Adams Design Interior Designers

2601 Blanding Ave Ste 543c

14. Arborealis Architects

2223 Santa Clara Ave

15. Alameda Tiny Homes Residential Home Designers

2315 Lincoln Ave

16. Buestad Construction, Inc. Residential Home Designers

2533 Clement Ave

17. Cucina Kitchen Design Interior Designers

1918 Broadway

18. Saikley Architects Architects

2533 Clement Ave

19. Line2line Architectual Design Architects

2413 Webb Ave Ste D

20. Angela Klein Architect Architects

2622 Lincoln Ave

21. Peter Braun & Associates Architects

2415 Mariner Square Dr

22. Remodeling Heroes Architects

2515 Santa Clara Ave

23. Harbour Studios Architects

1205 Park St

24. Designquote.net Interior Designers

2309 Encinal Ave Ste B

25. Dannielle R Mutch Architects

512 Westline Dr

Home designers & architects in Alameda, CA: a local guide

We currently track 25 residential architects and home designers serving Alameda, CA in Alameda County.

What home design costs in Alameda

Home designers and architects in Alameda 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 Alameda

  • Confirm licensing and who stamps the drawings, and whether they handle permits and inspections.
  • Pin down the fee structure up front — flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost.
  • 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.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Can I see built projects like mine?
  • Is your fee flat, hourly, or a percentage of construction cost?
  • Are you licensed, and who stamps the drawings?
  • Do you handle permits and inspections in Alameda?
  • How many revisions are included?

Many Alameda 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 Alameda?

Alameda 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 Alameda?

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