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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 and interior 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. Klopf Architecture Architects

2180 Bryant St Ste 203

2. Form + Field Interior Designers

592 Utah St

3. Kendall Young Associates Architects

720 York St Ste 104

4. Yokomizo Associates Inc. Interior Designers

720 York St Ste 115

5. Tecta Associates Architects

2747 19th St

6. Geremia Design Interior Designers

886 Geary St

7. Studio D Interior Designers

3130 20th St Ste 150

8. Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects (lmsa) Architects

1940 Bryant St

9. Blue Truck Studio Architects

1890 Bryant St Ste 314

10. STUDY Architects Architects

2745 19th St

11. Level Design Sf Interior Designers

635 Texas St

12. Pa Consulting (formerly Astro Studios) Interior Designers

517 York St

13. Reynolds-Sebastiani Design Svc Architects

1140 York St

14. Shift Design Studio Architects

2717 Harrison St

15. Levy Art + Architecture Architects

1501 Mariposa St Ste 316

16. Maison4 Design Interior Designers

2757 Harrison St

17. Cline Architects Architects

1196 Hampshire St

18. Sayde Mark Designs Interior Designers

1112 De Haro St

19. Anne Symon Interiors Interior Designers

2100 18th St

20. K2a Architecture Interiors Architects

251 Rhode Island St Ste 202

21. Openscope Studio Architects

1776 18th St

22. Pho Architects Architects

1601 18th St

23. English Mark Architects Architects

250 Columbus Ave Ste 200

24. Studio 12 Architecture Architects

1501 Mariposa St Ste 319

25. Stanton Architecture Architects

1501 Mariposa St Ste 328

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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