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Home Designers & Architects in San Francisco, CA

Need a house cleaner in San Francisco? Below are 1318 home designers serving San Francisco, CA — compare ratings, call for a free quote, and book a team you trust in your home. Providers listed in San Francisco cover interior designers, architects, residential home designers and kitchen & bath designers. San Francisco sits in San Francisco County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and San Gabriel.

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1. W. David Seidel, AIA - Architect Interior Designers

2228 Union St

2. Lawson Willard Architecture Architects

2147 Union St

3. Jl Interior Design Interior Designers

3053 Fillmore St PMB 322

4. Roy - A Hospitality Design Studio Interior Designers

3627 Sacramento St

5. Tineke Triggs Interiors Interior Designers

2152 Union St

6. Knock Architecture And Design Architects

2169 Union St # 5

7. Robert Berry Design Architects

2764 Octavia St

8. H.palmer Design Interior Designers

1795 Union St

9. Juli Baier Interior Design Interior Designers

1 Avenue Of The Palms Ave Ste 415

10. Rose Design Interior Designers

739 Bryant St

11. Vadim Podrobinok Architect Architects

2655 Van Ness Ave

12. Abd Studio Interior Designers

2418 Polk St

13. Julie Massucco Interior Design Interior Designers

1630 Union St

14. Team 7 International Architects

1648 Union St Ste 101

15. Ghiai Development Corporation Architects

1445 Green St

16. Newman Development Group Residential Home Designers

2255 Van Ness Ave Ste 102

17. Nc2 Interior Designers

1515 Vallejo St

18. Feldman Architecture Architects

1648 Pacific Ave Ste B

19. Gardner Interiors Interior Designers

2053 Vallejo St

20. MLE Interior Designers

1790 Jackson St Apt 602

21. Tracy Simmons Design Interior Designers

3307 Sacramento St

22. Stempuzis Linas Architects

1950 Gough St Apt 404

23. Stone Interiors Interior Designers

2998 Washington St

24. Lawanna Cathleen Design Interior Designers

2947 Jackson St

25. Joanne Cannell Designs Kitchen & Bath Designers

2400 Pacific Ave #507

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

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

What home design costs in San Francisco

Home designers and architects in San Francisco 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 Francisco

  • 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 Francisco-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.
  • Confirm licensing and who stamps the drawings, and whether they handle permits and inspections.

Questions to ask before you hire

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

San Francisco 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 Francisco?

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