Residential architects in San Francisco
This page provides a curated directory of 41 residential architecture firms based in San Francisco, CA, with 103 published projects across the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont metro area. The listed work represents a range of styles, most notably modern and contemporary, with significant examples of minimalist and rustic modern design also present. Projects extend to neighborhoods and towns including Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Palo Alto, Stinson Beach, Marin County, and Oakland. Notable local firms on the list include Turnbull Griffin Haesloop, Lundberg Design, 361 Architecture, Aidlin Darling Design, and Ana Williamson Architect.
41 residential architecture firms in San Francisco · page 1 of 2
Ordered by published work
Turnbull Griffin Haesloop
Lundberg Design
361 Architecture
Aidlin Darling Design
Ana Williamson Architect
Craig Steely Architecture
Fougeron Architecture
Macy Architecture
Stanly Saitowitz | Natoma Architects
Butler Armsden Architects
CCS Architecture
Feldman Architecture
Fernau & Hartman
McGriff Architects
Min Design
Nielsen Schuh Architects
Sagan Piechota Architecture
Studio Peek Ancona
Terry & Terry Architecture
Building Lab
Dawson & Clinton
Interstice Architects
Kennerly Architecture
Kuth Ranieri ArchitectsHomes in San Francisco
What architects cost in San Francisco
Full services · San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA| Project | Architect fee | Share of construction |
|---|---|---|
| New custom home, 3,000 SF | $71,000 – $201,000 | 5–14% |
| Whole-house renovation, 2,000 SF | $54,000 – $169,000 | 7–23% |
| Addition, 600 SF | $22,000 – $66,000 | 7–21% |
| ADU or guest house, 700 SF | $21,000 – $64,000 | 6–19% |
Local architect wages from BLS (May 2025); new-home construction runs about $190 per SF in this part of the country (Census). Consultants such as structural engineers are extra. Full breakdown of architect fees in San Francisco → · Cost out your own project
Hiring an architect in San Francisco
How much does an architect cost in San Francisco?
For a 3,000 SF custom new home in the San Francisco area, full architectural services typically run $71,000 – $201,000, about 5–14% of construction cost. A 2,000 SF whole-house renovation typically runs $54,000 – $169,000. Estimates come from the Architects List cost tool, built on local BLS wage data and Census construction costs; engineers and other consultants are billed separately.
How many residential architects are listed in San Francisco?
There are 41 residential architecture firms based in San Francisco listed on this page.
What styles are common in San Francisco homes on Architects List?
Modern architecture is most prevalent, appearing in 97% of tagged projects. Contemporary styles are also frequent, along with a number of minimalist and rustic modern homes.
What does new home construction cost in the San Francisco area?
The median new home construction cost per square foot is $190, based on the US Census Survey of Construction (Pacific census division, 2026).
How do I choose a residential architect in San Francisco?
Review the published projects and listed firms to understand which architects have experience with the scale, style, and geographic area relevant to your project. Consider their past work in locations such as Menlo Park, Oakland, and Marin County.
Architects by town near San Francisco
Menlo Park 3 / Palo Alto 3 / Portola Valley 3 / Oakland 2 / Cupertino 2 / Marin County 2