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Porch Pro Headshot Architect Mason Kirby Inc

Architect Mason Kirby Inc

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
We partner with discerning individuals and visionary developers to unlock the true potential of their construction projects. With open minds, a touch of wit, and a deep respect for your aspirations, we provide design services that empower you to transcend the ordinary and create useful spaces that j...Read more about Architect Mason Kirby Inc
We partner with discerning individuals and visionary developers to unlock the true potential of their construction projects. With open minds, a touch of wit, and a deep respect for your aspirations, we provide design services that empower you to transcend the ordinary and create useful spaces that j...Read more about Architect Mason Kirby Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Klopf Architecture

Klopf Architecture

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(63)
Klopf Architecture brings the outside in. The firm creates warm, modern designs that admit natural light and allow openness to nature. Klopf Architecture's primary goal is to create spaces people love to inhabit. Specializing in new warm, modern net-zero energy houses, we are widely recognized ...Read more about Klopf Architecture
Klopf Architecture brings the outside in. The firm creates warm, modern designs that admit natural light and allow openness to nature. Klopf Architecture's primary goal is to create spaces people love to inhabit. Specializing in new warm, modern net-zero energy houses, we are widely recognized ...Read more about Klopf Architecture
Porch Pro Headshot Oak View Designs LLC

Oak View Designs LLC

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(2)
My name is Margaret Schumacher, I am the owner of Oak View Designs, here in Silicon Valley California. I offer full Architectural plan sets done Auto CAD and 3D computer rendering with Chief Architect, and hand rendering and sketching. I successfully design custom homes and remodel existing homes, ...Read more about Oak View Designs LLC
My name is Margaret Schumacher, I am the owner of Oak View Designs, here in Silicon Valley California. I offer full Architectural plan sets done Auto CAD and 3D computer rendering with Chief Architect, and hand rendering and sketching. I successfully design custom homes and remodel existing homes, ...Read more about Oak View Designs LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Ohashi Design Studio

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 Swatt | Miers Architects

Swatt | Miers Architects

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(16)
Our firm offers full architecture, planning, interior design, and landscape design services for new construction and remodels. Our designs are based on the principles of modern architecture that have made the West Coast so special - each building is knitted to its site in a way that seems almost ine...Read more about Swatt | Miers Architects
Our firm offers full architecture, planning, interior design, and landscape design services for new construction and remodels. Our designs are based on the principles of modern architecture that have made the West Coast so special - each building is knitted to its site in a way that seems almost ine...Read more about Swatt | Miers Architects
Porch Pro Headshot Get Structural

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

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

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 S.E.A. Construction, Inc.

S.E.A. Construction, Inc.

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(45)
SEA Construction Inc. is a full-service custom building and remodeling firm. Our custom building services include turn-key new construction, extensive remodeling, large and small additions, decks and basements. We routinely value-engineer our estimates to remain relevant and realistic while assuring...Read more about S.E.A. Construction, Inc.
SEA Construction Inc. is a full-service custom building and remodeling firm. Our custom building services include turn-key new construction, extensive remodeling, large and small additions, decks and basements. We routinely value-engineer our estimates to remain relevant and realistic while assuring...Read more about S.E.A. Construction, Inc.
Porch Pro Headshot US Drafters

US Drafters

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(22)
From Design to Permit in the shortest time.
From Design to Permit in the shortest time.

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.

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We had a wonderful experience with Margaret. She has been very patient with us. We worked with Margaret to submit plans to the city to push out the back of our house. She not only met our deadline, but she got our plans approved right away.

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

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          Porch Pro Headshot Thorn Architects

          Thorn Architects

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
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          Porch Pro Headshot Stowers Associates

          Stowers Associates

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Stowers Associates is a design firm that relishes design challenges. From small renovations and additions to ground up custom homes, Stowers Associates works with our clients to help make their dreams become reality. Please contact us by phone or email to see how we can help serve you and your pr...Read more about Stowers Associates
          Stowers Associates is a design firm that relishes design challenges. From small renovations and additions to ground up custom homes, Stowers Associates works with our clients to help make their dreams become reality. Please contact us by phone or email to see how we can help serve you and your pr...Read more about Stowers Associates
          Porch Pro Headshot Zack|de Vito

          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 David Kesler Architect

          David Kesler Architect

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Dreaming of a magical place to call your own? One where the home is an extension of your best self and reveals the essence of the site and the town that you live in? Can a home be a work of art? I have spent the last 25 years exploring this issue for my residential clients. As an instructor of a...Read more about David Kesler Architect
          Dreaming of a magical place to call your own? One where the home is an extension of your best self and reveals the essence of the site and the town that you live in? Can a home be a work of art? I have spent the last 25 years exploring this issue for my residential clients. As an instructor of a...Read more about David Kesler Architect
          Porch Pro Headshot Satori Architecture

          Satori Architecture

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Based out of San Mateo, Satori Architecture offers Consultation, Zoning +Building Code Research, Site Analysis, Design, Design Development, Consultant Coordination, Construction Documents, Permitting and Construction Administration
          Based out of San Mateo, Satori Architecture offers Consultation, Zoning +Building Code Research, Site Analysis, Design, Design Development, Consultant Coordination, Construction Documents, Permitting and Construction Administration
          Porch Pro Headshot One Stop Design Inc

          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 Gawoski Architects - Planning and Design

          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 S A Heating & Air Conditionin

          S A Heating & Air Conditionin

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          S A Heating & Air Conditionin is an HVAC specialist from Antioch. They provide water line installation, HVAC installation, emergency heating, and furnace installation.
          S A Heating & Air Conditionin is an HVAC specialist from Antioch. They provide water line installation, HVAC installation, emergency heating, and furnace installation.
          Porch Pro Headshot Michael Tolleson, Architect

          Michael Tolleson, Architect

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          Simplicity is the best friend of complexity.
          Simplicity is the best friend of complexity.
          Porch Pro Headshot R.A.W. Concepts - Architecture and Interiors

          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 Aetypic

          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 Dedona, Gregory

          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 Angela Klein Architect

          Angela Klein Architect

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California

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