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Home Designers & Architects in Oakland, CA

Need a house cleaner in Oakland? Below are 266 home designers serving Oakland, CA — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in Oakland cover architects, interior designers and residential home designers. Oakland sits in Alameda County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and Oakley.

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1. Brainwash Movies Interior Designers

1675 7th St Unit 23302

2. Shah Kawasaki Architects Inc Architects

570 10th St # 201

3. Imperium Investments Llc Residential Home Designers

1300 Clay St Ste 600

4. Miller & Associates Architects

1300 Clay St Ste 600

5. Muller & Caulfield Architects Architects

339 15th St Ste 300

6. Lmb Interiors Interior Designers

339 15th St Ste 301

7. Powell & Partners Architects Architects

1404 Franklin St Ste 210

8. Stv Inc Architects

505 14th St # 1060

9. Plenum Architecture Architects

1440 Broadway suite 200 #1041

10. Vicki Blakeman Interior Design Interior Designers

1800 Madison St #203

11. Gutierrez/Associates Architects Architects

315 14th St

12. Kelley Flynn Interior Design Interior Designers

535 Athol Ave

13. Knocknock Kitchen And Bath Design Interior Designers

537 Athol Ave

14. Canyon Design Build Residential Home Designers

3630 Park Blvd

15. Quan Daniel Design Architects

3810 Park Blvd

16. Studio M MERGE Architects

4134 Woodruff Ave

17. Green Acres, Inc. Architects

4200 Park Blvd

18. Joy Street Design Interior Designers

4308 Telegraph Ave

19. Charles Lee Architect Architects

360 Grand Ave

20. Btm Investments Llc Residential Home Designers

3320 Grand Ave

21. David Thorne Landscape Architect Architects

3315 Grand Ave

22. Sunnyhills Studio Architects

1268 Sunnyhills Rd

23. Planning & Architecture Architects

1366 El Centro Ave

24. Id Concierge Interior Designers

5707 Redwood Rd Ste 13

25. William Anderson Interiors Interior Designers

2525 11th Ave

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

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

What home design costs in Oakland

Home designers and architects in Oakland 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 Oakland

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

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

Many Oakland 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 Oakland?

Oakland 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 Oakland?

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