Bay Area Residential Design & Construction Costs

Examples Based on Recent Projects In San Francisco, CA

Read more about our process and timelines.

 

Build

  • Assume $775-$875 a square foot of remodeled space from lower end to higher end. Jobs that involve structural work will cost more per square foot.

  • Note: Jobs that involve digging/excavation can cost considerably more per square foot, depending on how deep we need to dig, the type of soil and existing foundation.



Design

  • Our fees are 13%-16% of construction costs depending on complexity of permitting and level of design help needed.  



Examples

  • Full kitchen remodel with partial wall removal, all interior work.

    Build $120,000 - $160,000 | Design $20,000 - $25,000

  • Full bathroom remodel with plumbing relocation, all interior work.

    Build $75,000 - $90,000 | Design $10,500 - $13,500

  • Basement master suite remodel, minor exterior changes.

    Build $400,000 - $500,000 | Design $60,000 - $80,000

  • Adding an ADU to an existing garage / ground floor area, no exterior changes.

    Build $250,000 - $350,000 | Design $40,000 - $53,000

  • Attic remodel / vertical addition / new floor, exterior changes.

    Build $550,000 - $750,000 | Design $80,000 - $112,000

  • Whole home remodel, minor exterior changes.

    Build $800,000 - $1.6 million | Design $114,000 - $200,000


    *Above examples do not include high-level interior design, digging/excavation costs, engineering or permit fees.

 

NOTES

When you’re planning your project, keep in mind that your project budget & schedule will be impacted by permits & historical regulations.

Some more information on the Permit Process can be found here.

You can also contact us with any questions and we are happy to provide more information.