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Kaplan Architects

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(34)
"I highly recommend Ed Kaplan! I worked with Ed on our bathroom remodel and he was wonderful. Ed listened well to what I wanted and also offered some great ideas. He helped me through every step of the project including coordinating and following up with the contractor to make sure things were bein...Read more about Kaplan Architects
"I highly recommend Ed Kaplan! I worked with Ed on our bathroom remodel and he was wonderful. Ed listened well to what I wanted and also offered some great ideas. He helped me through every step of the project including coordinating and following up with the contractor to make sure things were bein...Read more about Kaplan Architects
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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
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Norman Sanchez Architecture

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(24)
Norman Sanchez Architecture is a full service architectural firm with a focus on residential projects of all sizes and tenant improvement of commercial spaces in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Through close collaboration with our clients, we create design solutions reflective of the client v...Read more about Norman Sanchez Architecture
Norman Sanchez Architecture is a full service architectural firm with a focus on residential projects of all sizes and tenant improvement of commercial spaces in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Through close collaboration with our clients, we create design solutions reflective of the client v...Read more about Norman Sanchez Architecture
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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
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Ronin Architects

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
Ronin Architects is a multidisciplinary firm with project experience ranging from high-end residential, slope side residential, mission critical facilities, healthcare, commercial, building information modeling (BIM), integrated project delivery (IPD), lean construction, all the way to software and ...Read more about Ronin Architects
Ronin Architects is a multidisciplinary firm with project experience ranging from high-end residential, slope side residential, mission critical facilities, healthcare, commercial, building information modeling (BIM), integrated project delivery (IPD), lean construction, all the way to software and ...Read more about Ronin Architects
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Levitch Associates Inc

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(64)
In the 1960′s, Edward Levitch and a handful of employees decided to approach architecture in a radical and innovative way. By combining architecture and construction into a single process, they began to practice what is currently known as Integrated Architect-led, Design-Build. For 24 years, Edwa...Read more about Levitch Associates Inc
In the 1960′s, Edward Levitch and a handful of employees decided to approach architecture in a radical and innovative way. By combining architecture and construction into a single process, they began to practice what is currently known as Integrated Architect-led, Design-Build. For 24 years, Edwa...Read more about Levitch Associates Inc
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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.
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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
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US Drafters

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

Architects
Serves San Francisco, California
(5)

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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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 Koch Architects, Inc.

          Koch Architects, Inc.

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          (18)
          Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Koch Architects, Inc. partners with residential and commercial clients to realize urban, metropolitan and rural projects that enhance and enliven the architectural spaces that shape and define our client's lives. Every project is a new opportunity to apply o...Read more about Koch Architects, Inc.
          Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Koch Architects, Inc. partners with residential and commercial clients to realize urban, metropolitan and rural projects that enhance and enliven the architectural spaces that shape and define our client's lives. Every project is a new opportunity to apply o...Read more about Koch Architects, Inc.
          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 D A Caraway Architect

          D A Caraway Architect

          Architects
          Serves San Francisco, California
          In business without interruption - one project has always been under construction at all times, with flawless performance, zero complaints. I use a method of completing all data on the drawings then make no changes. Takes a little more time meeting with clients but I like it.
          In business without interruption - one project has always been under construction at all times, with flawless performance, zero complaints. I use a method of completing all data on the drawings then make no changes. Takes a little more time meeting with clients but I like it.
          Porch Pro Headshot INTERSTICE Architects

          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 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 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
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          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 LUPINSKY & ASSOC ARCHITECTS

          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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