Top 10 Architects in San Francisco, CA

Porch Pro Headshot Diebel and Company | Architects
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(26)
Your home may well be the most complex, interesting, and expensive project you'll ever undertake. We help you define your needs, present options you may never have considered, and help you get the most for your valuable investment. There is a certain magic that can be seen and felt in homes created ...Read more about Diebel and Company | Architects
Your home may well be the most complex, interesting, and expensive project you'll ever undertake. We help you define your needs, present options you may never have considered, and help you get the most for your valuable investment. There is a certain magic that can be seen and felt in homes created ...Read more about Diebel and Company | Architects
Porch Pro Headshot MJH Design Works
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(8)
"We were trying to get our condo bathtub switched out in a brand new condo right before our baby was due. Michael jumped on our project with gusto to help us meet our timeline and he totally got our design requirements and suggested great alternatives for us to consider. He needed little direction a...Read more about MJH Design Works
"We were trying to get our condo bathtub switched out in a brand new condo right before our baby was due. Michael jumped on our project with gusto to help us meet our timeline and he totally got our design requirements and suggested great alternatives for us to consider. He needed little direction a...Read more about MJH Design Works
Porch Pro Headshot Kathy Shaffer Architecture & Design
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(10)
Established in 2004 in Sausalito, California, KSA is a small, award-winning architecture and interior design firm designing new buildings of distinction as well as remodeling historic or retrofitting existing properties. Project types include residential, commercial, as well as resort and hospitalit...Read more about Kathy Shaffer Architecture & Design
Established in 2004 in Sausalito, California, KSA is a small, award-winning architecture and interior design firm designing new buildings of distinction as well as remodeling historic or retrofitting existing properties. Project types include residential, commercial, as well as resort and hospitalit...Read more about Kathy Shaffer Architecture & Design
Porch Pro Headshot Drafting Cafe
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(44)
Drafting Cafe takes a unique approach to architectural services. We tailor our services to the needs of each client. By listening to your needs up front, we are can typically provide a fixed fee, and provide a reasonable time frame for delivery. Projects can be as simple as a set of permit drawings ...Read more about Drafting Cafe
Drafting Cafe takes a unique approach to architectural services. We tailor our services to the needs of each client. By listening to your needs up front, we are can typically provide a fixed fee, and provide a reasonable time frame for delivery. Projects can be as simple as a set of permit drawings ...Read more about Drafting Cafe
Porch Pro Headshot Ohashi Design Studio
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ohashi Design Studio is an architectural design firm that specializes in residential, commercial and retail spaces. We create buildings and spaces for living and working that are simple, efficient and unique to the owners and problems that need to be solved....Read more about Ohashi Design Studio
Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ohashi Design Studio is an architectural design firm that specializes in residential, commercial and retail spaces. We create buildings and spaces for living and working that are simple, efficient and unique to the owners and problems that need to be solved....Read more about Ohashi Design Studio
Porch Pro Headshot Martine Paquin Design / Y.A. Studio
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
Interior Design. Martine Paquin Design was established in San Francisco in 2008 with a focus on modern, sustainable, environmentally friendly design. The firm's most recent focus is on high-end single family homes, both new and remodeled. In order to respond well to our clients' needs and ideas, w...Read more about Martine Paquin Design / Y.A. Studio
Interior Design. Martine Paquin Design was established in San Francisco in 2008 with a focus on modern, sustainable, environmentally friendly design. The firm's most recent focus is on high-end single family homes, both new and remodeled. In order to respond well to our clients' needs and ideas, w...Read more about Martine Paquin Design / Y.A. Studio
Porch Pro Headshot Get Structural
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
Engineering consulting for the average Joe in mind. Very personal and direct with communication and willing to take on projects large or small. With over 20 years of experience on the job site and behind the desk, we provide industry proven designs, while keeping cost benefits in mind. We invite ...Read more about Get Structural
Engineering consulting for the average Joe in mind. Very personal and direct with communication and willing to take on projects large or small. With over 20 years of experience on the job site and behind the desk, we provide industry proven designs, while keeping cost benefits in mind. We invite ...Read more about Get Structural
Porch Pro Headshot Opticos Design Inc
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(7)
Imagine a place where children ride their bikes to school. Picture a community where neighbors walk to the corner grocery and meet at local parks and where urban spaces are interconnected through public transportation. Pair this ideal with an architecture that is rooted in the history, climate, and ...Read more about Opticos Design Inc
Imagine a place where children ride their bikes to school. Picture a community where neighbors walk to the corner grocery and meet at local parks and where urban spaces are interconnected through public transportation. Pair this ideal with an architecture that is rooted in the history, climate, and ...Read more about Opticos Design Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Malcolm Davis Architecture
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(3)
Since 1991, our innovative, sustainable, and creative approach has resulted in award-winning work throughout Northern California and beyond. We have extensive experience with not only San Francisco's rigorous building review process but also numerous approval agencies in Sonoma County, the East Bay,...Read more about Malcolm Davis Architecture
Since 1991, our innovative, sustainable, and creative approach has resulted in award-winning work throughout Northern California and beyond. We have extensive experience with not only San Francisco's rigorous building review process but also numerous approval agencies in Sonoma County, the East Bay,...Read more about Malcolm Davis Architecture
Porch Pro Headshot U2P Services
Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(2)
U2P Service is your solution for any home improvement, maintenance and repair service needs. Our clients think of us when it comes to needing help with everything on their to-do list. From small repairs to maintaining and or updating your bathroom, kitchen, home or business, we have the skills and e...Read more about U2P Services
U2P Service is your solution for any home improvement, maintenance and repair service needs. Our clients think of us when it comes to needing help with everything on their to-do list. From small repairs to maintaining and or updating your bathroom, kitchen, home or business, we have the skills and e...Read more about U2P Services

Top questions to ask before hiring an architect

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Recent reviews for San Francisco Architects

199003

Can't recommend Diebel and Company highly enough. I have worked with this firm 3 times since 2009. Again, in 2015, and once again in 2019. Back in 2009, my wife and I interviewed many architects, and Diebel and Company just made us very at ease. He wa...

- Paul Chua
22190

Michael Hyde of MJH Construction recently did complete renovation of my 3,000 ft.2 home including all plumbing, electric, windows, roof, HVAC, floors, etc. He did a wonderful job. The work is immaculate. He is very good at staying on top of the subs an...

- Katherine Victoria
8753

Excellent work quality. Excellent value. Excellent responsiveness in communication.

Superlative project management and exceptional knowledge in all areas of construction and at every area of complexity.

- Candace Hyde-wang
265114

WHAT A JOKE. We hired them to wallpaper a bedroom and a bathroom; I'm experienced in wallpapering, but pregnant so figured we'd hire a pro to make sure the nursery was perfect. The first day he showed up (late) and said the job would take 3.5 hours. He le...

- Sahra Brandt
244522

We contacted these guys to do a multi project deal which included a 260 linear feet fence project, decking, and exterior painting for our 3000 sq ft home which turned out to be the best and beyond what my wife and i had expected since the quote was under ...

- Tj Bugarin
76517

Kathy started her Sausalito based business in 2004 after over twenty years of working for other architecture firms on residential, commercial, and public architecture. She is currently designing and detailing residential, commercial and public projects a...

- Brad Shaffer

Everything You Need to Know About San Francisco Architects

Can I browse unscreened Architects in San Francisco?

We do our best to screen all of our architects. However, there are still some architect professionals in San Francisco that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in San Francisco or CA. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering architectural design:

  • Michael Tolleson, Architect:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Ohashi Design Studio:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
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How does invoicing/payment work for most Architect projects in San Francisco?

Every project differs, but you should ask any architect for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any architectural design work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for architects to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your architect project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the architect to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

Who should I hire if I need Architectural Design in San Francisco?

Right now there are about 50 companies in and around San Francisco ready to help you with your architectural design project.

    Below we've listed a few of the top Architects on Porch:

    • Douglas Architecture
      • Dedona, Gregory
        • David Kesler Architect

          All Architects in San Francisco, CA

          Porch Pro Headshot Thorn Architects
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          (5)
          Porch Pro Headshot ARCHITECT SF
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          (10)
          QUALITY ARCHITECTURE - VALUE ORIENTED FEES
          QUALITY ARCHITECTURE - VALUE ORIENTED FEES
          Porch Pro Headshot Geddes Ulinskas Architects
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          (6)
          Geddes Ulinskas Architects has built a strong reputation in the Bay Area with design projects that have an emphasis on materials and detail. The unique quality of our design work is often a result of our ability to understand our clients and help them realize their goals. Creating active dialogue w...Read more about Geddes Ulinskas Architects
          Geddes Ulinskas Architects has built a strong reputation in the Bay Area with design projects that have an emphasis on materials and detail. The unique quality of our design work is often a result of our ability to understand our clients and help them realize their goals. Creating active dialogue w...Read more about Geddes Ulinskas Architects
          Porch Pro Headshot Zack|de Vito
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Zack | de Vito is a multi-disciplinary firm internationally recognized for modern, expertly planned, detailed, and managed work. Our passion for simple forms and materials, rational plans and finely crafted details is apparent in all of our diverse range of projects.
          Zack | de Vito is a multi-disciplinary firm internationally recognized for modern, expertly planned, detailed, and managed work. Our passion for simple forms and materials, rational plans and finely crafted details is apparent in all of our diverse range of projects.
          Porch Pro Headshot ARMA ARCHITECTURAL SVC
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Based out of Kentfield, Architect Machnowski is a sole practitioner with 30 plus years of experience that provides services only to very high end single residential owners and site planning as well as other related services.
          Based out of Kentfield, Architect Machnowski is a sole practitioner with 30 plus years of experience that provides services only to very high end single residential owners and site planning as well as other related services.
          Porch Pro Headshot INTERSTICE Architects
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          INTERSTICE Architects was founded in 2000 by architect Andrew Dunbar and landscape architect Zoee Astrakhan. After years of working in separate disciplines, the arbitrary distinctions were just too constraining, so Interstice was born as a multidisciplinary firm of architects, landscape architects,...Read more about INTERSTICE Architects
          INTERSTICE Architects was founded in 2000 by architect Andrew Dunbar and landscape architect Zoee Astrakhan. After years of working in separate disciplines, the arbitrary distinctions were just too constraining, so Interstice was born as a multidisciplinary firm of architects, landscape architects,...Read more about INTERSTICE Architects
          Porch Pro Headshot One Stop Design Inc
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          At OneStopDesign Company, we not only accept the responsibility required by the Design-Build process, we hold it as a means to achieve consistent client satisfaction. The Design-Build process, it is a method of construction in which the design and construction of a Project are contracted and organi...Read more about One Stop Design Inc
          At OneStopDesign Company, we not only accept the responsibility required by the Design-Build process, we hold it as a means to achieve consistent client satisfaction. The Design-Build process, it is a method of construction in which the design and construction of a Project are contracted and organi...Read more about One Stop Design Inc
          Porch Pro Headshot STUDIO URBIS
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          (3)
          Turn to STUDIO URBIS if you need custom home design, seismic retrofitting, or site planning. Since they were established, they have been an experienced architecture firm for the Berkeley area.
          Turn to STUDIO URBIS if you need custom home design, seismic retrofitting, or site planning. Since they were established, they have been an experienced architecture firm for the Berkeley area.
          Porch Pro Headshot Gawoski Architects - Planning and Design
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Doug Gawoski is a licensed Architect in California, serving homeowners in the San Francisco Bay area. Our goal is to design healthy and inspiring homes that use less resources.
          Doug Gawoski is a licensed Architect in California, serving homeowners in the San Francisco Bay area. Our goal is to design healthy and inspiring homes that use less resources.
          Porch Pro Headshot RDR MC
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          We are an small business based in the beautiful Bay Area in California specializing in precise building As-Built's, Drawings and Design Management. We specialize in providing precise As-built plans, construction-ready plans issued for new construction, additions, and remodeling permits. We value a ...Read more about RDR MC
          We are an small business based in the beautiful Bay Area in California specializing in precise building As-Built's, Drawings and Design Management. We specialize in providing precise As-built plans, construction-ready plans issued for new construction, additions, and remodeling permits. We value a ...Read more about RDR MC
          Porch Pro Headshot Dedona, Gregory
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Gregory Dedona founded his architectural practice in Mill Valley, CA in 1989 after receiving his California licensure. For over 25 years Greg has been serving local residents and project developers primarily in Marin County, as well as in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and Los Ange...Read more about Dedona, Gregory
          Gregory Dedona founded his architectural practice in Mill Valley, CA in 1989 after receiving his California licensure. For over 25 years Greg has been serving local residents and project developers primarily in Marin County, as well as in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and Los Ange...Read more about Dedona, Gregory
          Porch Pro Headshot Aetypic
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Aetypic is an integrative design practice in architecture and engineering for the built environment. Our vision is to enrich and sustain the human environment. Named after a derivation of the Latin term, atypical, Aetypic is a dynamic and progressive practice driven toward innovation through creativ...Read more about Aetypic
          Aetypic is an integrative design practice in architecture and engineering for the built environment. Our vision is to enrich and sustain the human environment. Named after a derivation of the Latin term, atypical, Aetypic is a dynamic and progressive practice driven toward innovation through creativ...Read more about Aetypic
          Porch Pro Headshot R.A.W. Concepts - Architecture and Interiors
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Building practices have come a long way over the past years with new and exciting innovations which benefit both the users and the natural environment. Our first step is to work with our clients to be informative as to available systems, options, and technologies which if incorporated within their b...Read more about R.A.W. Concepts - Architecture and Interiors
          Building practices have come a long way over the past years with new and exciting innovations which benefit both the users and the natural environment. Our first step is to work with our clients to be informative as to available systems, options, and technologies which if incorporated within their b...Read more about R.A.W. Concepts - Architecture and Interiors
          Porch Pro Headshot LUPINSKY & ASSOC ARCHITECTS
          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Please review my work on my website "lupinsky.com"
          Please review my work on my website "lupinsky.com"

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