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Home Designers & Architects in San Luis Obispo, CA

From one-time deep cleans to weekly housekeeping, these 81 home designers cover San Luis Obispo, CA — bonded, insured, and ready to quote. Providers listed in San Luis Obispo cover architects, interior designers, kitchen & bath designers and residential home designers. San Luis Obispo sits in San Luis Obispo County, California. Other California cities covered include Los Angeles, San Diego and San Marcos.

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1. San Luis Obispo Dui Attorneys Architects

864 Osos St Ste C

2. Interiors By Norma Interior Designers

2701 McMillan Ave

3. Elements Kitchen & Bath Designers

1150 Laurel Ln Ste 115

4. First Impressions In Design Interior Designers

811 El Capitan Way Ste 120

5. Access Compliance Consultants Architects

811 El Capitan Way Ste 230

6. Ethur Interior Designers

570 Higuera St Ste 220

7. San Luis Print & Copy Interior Designers

265 South St

8. M W Architecture Architects

225 Prado Rd

9. Hut Inc Architects

757 Buckley Rd

10. Swanson Design Engineering Architects

669 Pacific St Ste G

11. Heritage Discoveries Inc Interior Designers

1144 Chorro St

12. Consciousbuild, Inc Architects

1239 Garden St

13. Jim Duffy Architecture & Planning Architects

1404 Broad St

14. Outward Development Llc Residential Home Designers

893 Marsh St # 1648

15. Phillips Floor To Ceiling Interior Designers

3050 Broad St Ste 129

16. Beth David Congregation Interior Designers

2932 Augusta St

17. Studio Prime Inc Interior Designers

4420 Broad St

18. Ebony Interior Designers

4750 Allene Way

19. R2l Architects Architects

444 Higuera St

20. Ten Over Landscape Architects

539 Marsh St

21. Thomas Martin Architects Architects

697 Higuera St

22. Architectural Welding Services Architects

245 Tank Farm Rd

23. Tomaslang Architects Architects

1329 Broad St

24. Foster Grand Parent Senior Interior Designers

660 Pismo St

25. Boston Bagel Co Interior Designers

1127 Broad St

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

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

What home design costs in San Luis Obispo

Home designers and architects in San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo

  • 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 San Luis Obispo-area projects in your style and budget, not just renderings.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Can I see built projects like mine?
  • 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 San Luis Obispo?
  • How many revisions are included?

Many San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo?

San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo?

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