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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 architects, interior designers and residential home 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. Hc Interior Design Interior Designers

2131 19th Ave Ste 200

2. consortium architect Architects

2120 18th Ave

3. Geo-Geomancy-Feng Shui Education Organization Interior Designers

2939 Ulloa St

4. Upstage Design + Home Staging Interior Designers

945 Taraval St

5. Suarez Kuehne Architecture Architects

2412 14th Ave

6. CMA Development Residential Home Designers

58 W Portal Ave #247

7. Cecile Lozano Interiors Interior Designers

Arroyo Way

8. Steven Whitney Architect Architects

164 Marietta Dr

9. Wong Design Architects

160 Marietta Dr

10. Cassandra Mettling-davis Aia Architects

801 Portola Dr Ste 104

11. Dr. Michael M. Mcshane, Md Architects

375 Laguna Honda Blvd

12. Design & Build Architects

265 Dorantes Ave

13. Presidio Bay Ventures Residential Home Designers

160 Pacific Ave Ste 204

14. Darcy Tsung Design Interior Designers

1570 8th Ave

15. Five Design Architects

320 Judah St Ste 4

16. Schaub Ly Architects Inc. Architects

1360 9th Ave Ste 210

17. Michael Schilling Design Interior Designers

1429 Shrader St

18. Randolph Designs Interior Designers

808 Alvarado St

19. Mork Ulnes Architects Architects

1045 Sansome St Ste 402

20. Sawyers Design Interior Designers

335 Diamond St

21. Kibwe Daisy Design Interior Designers

46 Seward St

22. Colour Studio Interior Designers

375 Alabama St Ste 229

23. Kimberly Reyes Interiors Interior Designers

4500 19th St

24. Sanga Architecture & Design Architects

56 Lower Terrace

25. Apparatus Architecture Architects

4450 18th St

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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