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Home Designers & Architects in Malibu, CA

Looking for a trustworthy maid service in Malibu? We list 30 local home designers across Malibu and nearby California, with ratings and direct phone numbers. Providers listed in Malibu cover architects and interior designers. Malibu sits in Los Angeles County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and Mammoth Lakes.

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1. Schumetta, Inc Architects

22809 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 203

2. Lancaster Creative Group Interior Designers

22917 Pacific Coast Hwy

3. 24955 Pch Property, Llc Architects

24955 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste C201

4. Chimera Design Architects

23440 Civic Center Way Ste 102

5. Blue Onyx Design & Engineer Inc Architects

22741 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 400

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

We currently track 5 residential architects and home designers serving Malibu, CA in Los Angeles County.

What home design costs in Malibu

Home designers and architects in Malibu 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 Malibu

  • 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.
  • Match the pro to the job — an architect for structural or complex work, a home designer for many remodels and additions.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • 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 Malibu?
  • How many revisions are included?
  • Will you stay involved during construction?

Many Malibu 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 Malibu?

Malibu 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 Malibu?

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