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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, 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. Bonview Partners, Llc Residential Home Designers

2201 Market St

2. Rex McLean Architect Architects

379 Church St Apt 201

3. John Klopf Dba Klopf Architecture Architects

3012 16th St Ste 206

4. Quality Kitchens Kitchen & Bath Designers

1665 Mission St

5. Intarch Interior Designers

205 13th St

6. Allied Architecture And Design Architects

43 Dore St

7. Tekton Architecture, Inc. Architects

771 Clementina St

8. Mark Dziewulski Architect Architects

1211 Folsom St #3

9. Success Development Inc Residential Home Designers

1023 Market St

10. Hearth Haus Residential Home Designers

981 Mission St

11. Studio O+a Interior Designers

452 Tehama St

12. Glass Associates Architects

519 7th St

13. Ed2 International Architects

945 Bryant St Ste 300

14. Sally Power Interiors Interior Designers

680 8th St

15. Buy Design Interior Designers

2 Henry Adams St Ste 354

16. Tolar Associates Interior Designers

2 Henry Adams St Ste 337

17. Alicia Cheung Design Interior Designers

455 10th St

18. Patricia O'brien Landscape Architecture Architects

351 9th St

19. Sebastien Presents Interior Designers

208 Utah St

20. Blue Peacock Interior Designers

1315 23rd Ave Ste 212

21. Frontier Farmland Management Lp Architects

1 Letterman Dr Ste A

22. Ventana Residential Home Designers

2281 Chestnut St

23. Jute Interior Design Interior Designers

2254 Union St

24. Joys Of Home Design Residential Home Designers

3053 Fillmore St Ste 320

25. Collective Operations Architects

2100 Union 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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