How much do architects typically cost?
- San Diego, California Average$5,177
- Typical Range$1,200 - $12,500
- Low End - High End$1,200 - $20,000
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West Hollywood, CA·
Land Entitlements, Development Permit Expediting, Violation Removal , and 2 more
"So good to have this team at my back Daniel answered all my questions and treated me with care and respect Looking forward to this project!"
Kathy R. in November 2023
Encinitas, CA·
Light Commercial & TI, Concept Design & Rendering, Residential , and 2 more
"Chris is helpful and informative, and gets back to you when he says that he will."
Hunter L. in January 2021
SP
San Diego, CA·
Architects, Designers
"it was great work and good quality really good experience great customer service"
Yesenia N. in June 2019
La Jolla, CA·
Residential Architecture and Design, Commercial Architecture and Design
"Professional and friendly!"
peter W. in February 2018
Carlsbad, CA·
Religious Architecture & Bank Facilities, Commercial & Institutional Architecture, Major Home Remodels (1200 sf or greater) , and 2 more
"Rick Kaufman is creative, a joy to work with, reasonably priced, and professional. I will use him again and recommend him."
barbara T. in March 2010
DK
San Francisco, CA·
Architect
"Great architect and in addition was immediately responsive to my needs and questions and did high quality work on our home project for a very good price. He was also extremely helpful in navigating the permitting process in San Francisco which I could not have done without his help. I would highly recommend him."
carol W. in December 2022
In business since 1990
La Mesa, CA·
Outdoor Living, patios, decks, Design and Engineering, Whole house remodeling , and 7 more
About us: "Sterling Design and Remodeling does additions, upgrades and complete rebuilds of homes throughout the greater San Diego area. As your trusted partner from concept and design to final finish, Sterling maximizes the return on your investment while minimizing the disruption to your life. Sterling guarantees quality craftsmanship and engineering, professional end-to-end project management, as well as custom design to suit your preferred style, budget and goals. Highly customized service and outcomes to meet your needs Sterling?s founder, Ken Manchego,provides personalized oversight and attention to every Sterling project. He brings the benefit of more than 27 years of experience in design and remodeling along with an equally talented team of architects, engineers, and builders who collaborate seamlessly."
In business since 2022
La Mesa, CA·
Commercial, Architecture, Permiting , and 2 more
About us: "I started Adjacent Architecture to bring thoughtful design to the community, in the places and spaces we call home - where we work, eat, play and meet with our loved ones. I am a licensed architect in California, and have a decade of experience designing residential, commercial, civic, workplace, and educational spaces throughout Southern California. I am passionate about creating simple, beautiful details that complete the vision of my clients and help achieve their long term goals for each space. Whether it is permitting, schematic design, space planning, entitlement or material selection, I’m dedicated to implementing projects that achieve your needs and goals."
DC
In business since 1984
San Diego, CA·
Architect - Residential, Architect - Commercial
About us: "I, Dwight C. Rogers, Architect, have been practicing architecture since 1984. I love working in San Diego County and would be more then happy helping you out with your architectural needs with a focus on additions to homes, remodels and small commercial projects. Past projects range from free-standing radiology facilities to historical restoration and custom homes. Current projects include the building upgrades and the addition of an accessible lift for a circa 1912 church and upgrades and permitting for an existing mixed-use commercial building."
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Costs for related projects in San Diego, CA
- Hire a Draftsperson$1,016 - $3,000
- Hire a Land Surveyor$475 - $900
- Hire a Structural Engineer$400 - $800
- Hire an Architect$1,200 - $12,500
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