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Home Designers & Architects in Berkeley, CA

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 217 home designers cover Berkeley, CA — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in Berkeley cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Berkeley sits in Alameda County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and Beverly Hills.

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1. Blackbird Designs Architects

1818 Harmon St

2. Studio Nabena & Partners Architects

1818 Harmon St Ste 2

3. The Bay Architects Architects

1840B Alcatraz Ave

4. Studio 4 Architecture Architects

1840B Alcatraz Ave

5. Philip Henry Architecture Architects

1840 Alcatraz Ave # B

6. Banner Day Interiors Interior Designers

2625 Alcatraz Ave

7. Timothy Mueller Architecture Architects

2840 College Ave Ste D

8. Coda Projects Architects

2925 Ashby Ave

9. Studio Serrette Architects

2930 Domingo Ave PMB 543

10. Taylor Blue Design Interior Designers

2920 Domingo Ave Suite 207

11. Nina Design Company Interior Designers

81 Northgate Ave

12. Lane Mcnab Interiors Interior Designers

740 Gilman St

13. Mullein Designs Architects

814 Camelia St

14. Laura Guido-clark Design, Llc. Interior Designers

1321 8th St

15. Anagraph Interior Designers

2701 8th St # 205

16. Garden Architecture Architects

931 Pardee St

17. Parker Associates Residential Home Designers

2560 9th St Ste 117

18. Charles Debbas Architecture Architects

2550 9th St Ste 210b

19. Sabina Steinberg Design Interior Designers

515 Colusa Ave

20. Complete Tree Care Architects

1617 Francisco St

21. Moran Engineering Architects

1930 Shattuck Ave

22. Trumbo Associates Architects

2927 Newbury St Ste A

23. Mazingira Landscape And Design Architects

2342 Shattuck Ave

24. Cecilia Gunning Interior Design Interior Designers

6906 Norfolk Rd

25. Platform Llp Architects

1804 5th St

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

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

What home design costs in Berkeley

Home designers and architects in Berkeley 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 Berkeley

  • 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 Berkeley-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • 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?
  • Are you licensed, and who stamps the drawings?

Many Berkeley 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 Berkeley?

Berkeley 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 Berkeley?

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