How We Work
De-Mo Design Studio offers residential design, interior design, spatial planning, renovation planning, ADU concept design, and early-stage design consultation for homeowners across Los Angeles.
We are often brought in before construction begins, helping clients clarify scope, test options, align decisions, and prepare design packages that can support contractor pricing and next-step planning.
We engage at different levels depending on scope, from focused design sessions to full project leadership. Each service is structured to bring clarity to decisions, alignment to budgets, and continuity from concept through construction
Practice Areas
We work with homeowners and small commercial clients across Los Angeles on:
Residential Renovations
Rethinking existing homes to improve flow, light, and everyday function. From focused remodels to full-home transformations.
Interior Architecture & Design
Spatial planning, built-in elements, material palettes, lighting, and custom details, considered as a unified whole.
ADUs & Additions
Accessory dwelling units designed to integrate with your home and site, including garage conversions, detached units, and compact additions.
Boutique Commercial
We design small-scale commercial environments, including tenant improvements, creative studios, hospitality spaces, and wellness settings.
Early-Stage Consultation
Not ready to commit to a full scope? We can help you understand what's possible before you decide anything.
Levels of Engagement
We structure our involvement based on the needs of the project.
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A focused design working session.
A focused working session. $1,250
For homeowners who need clarity on a specific challenge, without committing to a larger engagement.
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1.5-hour consultation (in-person or virtual)
Up to 8 dedicated studio hours following our meeting
Real-time availability during that working period
Clear, actionable direction: layout sketches, material palettes, fixture direction, or furniture selections with sourcing links
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Refine a kitchen layout and align cabinetry and finishes
Develop a cohesive bathroom material palette
Improve circulation within a room
Align flooring, lighting, and paint selections
Test ideas before starting construction
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Who is this for? Homeowners who want targeted guidance on a single space or decision — without a multi-phase process.
How do I know if it's right for me? We start with a complimentary discovery call to assess fit and recommend the right level of engagement.
Can I book more than one? Yes. Many clients schedule additional sessions as their project evolves.
What if I'm planning a full remodel? Larger projects usually benefit from Design Package or Full Service. We can help you decide on our initial call.
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A complete design roadmap. Starting at $3,500
For homeowners who want a fully developed design direction before construction begins and prefer to manage the project themselves.
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Typically 4–6 weeks
Developed floor plans and key interior elevations
Space planning and layout refinement
Curated material and finish selections
Fixture and hardware direction
Mood boards and reference imagery
Review sessions to refine and align decisions
What you walk away with:
A cohesive design vision grounded in how you actually live
Drawings and selections ready for contractor pricing
Confidence in layout and material decisions before breaking ground
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Reimagine a dated layout before committing to demolition
Align kitchen and bathroom decisions into a cohesive whole
Develop a clear direction before requesting contractor bids
Reduce uncertainty before investing in construction
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Who is this for? Homeowners who want professional design thinking applied to their home, and are comfortable overseeing implementation on their own timeline. home could become with the right structure and thinking applied to it, this is where that question gets answered.
How do I know if it's right for me? We'll walk you through all three service options on a complimentary discovery call.
What if I need more support during construction? Full Service includes ongoing coordination, contractor communication, and site involvement. We can discuss the difference on our initial call.
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Comprehensive design leadership from concept through installation.
For clients undertaking major renovations or multi-room transformations who want consistent design direction throughout the entire process.
We stay involved from early concept through construction and final installation — working closely with you and your contractor to maintain alignment between design intent, budget, and execution.
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Scope May Include:
Full-home remodels and multi-room renovationsSpace planning and circulation refinement
Natural light and lighting strategy
Floor plans, elevations, and design documentation
Interior renderings where needed
Kitchen and bathroom design
Custom millwork and built-in detailing
Custom furniture design and sourcing
Material, finish, and paint selections
Plumbing and lighting fixture coordination
Window treatment specification
AutoCAD drawings to communicate design intent
Coordination with contractors, vendors, and fabricators through installation
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Lead a complex renovation requiring coordinated decisions across multiple rooms
Ensure material selections remain cohesive across an entire home
Navigate construction with ongoing design oversight
Integrate custom millwork, lighting, and furnishing into a unified whole
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Who is this for? Homeowners undertaking a substantial renovation who want a single design team overseeing decisions, coordinating with contractors, and maintaining continuity from start to finish.
What if I already have an architect? We collaborate closely with your architect and consultant team. Our focus remains on spatial planning, interior detailing, material strategy, and coordination through completion.
Project Snapshots
Selected examples of how we've approached different project types and scales.
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A homeowner acting as their own general contractor needed design direction to ensure their kitchen remodel felt cohesive. We developed a revised floor plan to improve workflow and storage, then established a material and finish strategy matched to the character of the home. In a follow-up session, we visited cabinet showrooms together to finalize cabinetry, hardware, color, and storage solutions. The client moved forward with clear, aligned decisions and the confidence to execute with consistency.
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A family wanted to create a private suite for their mother — offering independence while keeping her integrated into daily household life. We reconfigured a portion of the existing plan to create a self-contained suite with a bedroom, walk-in closet, en suite bath, and compact living area. Circulation was adjusted to maintain connection without sacrificing privacy, and materials were selected to unify the addition with the rest of the home.
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After two decades in their home, a couple wanted to reshape it for large gatherings while preserving quiet, private family zones. We studied three pathways — a targeted renovation, a full interior reconfiguration, and a tear-down rebuild — developing each through site analysis, zoning research, and conceptual design studies. The clients were actively involved throughout, responding to drawings and weighing trade-offs in iterative work sessions. They came away with a clear understanding of their property's true capacity and a roadmap aligned with both their lifestyle goals and regulatory realities.
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Busy parents in the creative tech industry wanted upgraded bathrooms but didn't have the bandwidth to manage the renovation themselves. We led the project from concept through completion — developing design studies, finish selections, and construction drawings, then coordinating directly with the contractor throughout. The clients stayed informed through focused decision meetings without being burdened by daily coordination. The result: a refined, highly functional bathroom calibrated to the rhythms of family life.
FAQ
Common questions about scope, process, and what to expect.
How do we start?
By getting to know you. We want to understand how you live, what isn’t working, what you value, and what level of commitment makes sense. From there, we recommend the right path.
What should I expect during a design consultation?
We review your existing space, discuss goals and constraints, and evaluate scope, budget range, and zoning considerations. The goal is to define direction before committing to a larger design scope.
What kinds of projects do you take on?
Residential renovations, ADUs, new construction, interior transformations, and select commercial spaces. We work at multiple scales, but we’re selective about fit.
We’re drawn to projects where coherence, material decisions, and long-term thinking matter.
Do you work on small-scale home remodels and ADUs?
Yes. We regularly design small-scale remodels, ADUs, and garage conversions alongside larger renovation and new construction projects.
How do you structure your fees?
Design Day: $1,250
Design Strategy: Starting at $3,500
Full Service: Structured based on scope — percentage of construction cost, hourly, or per square foot for interior-focused work.
How long do projects take?
Design Day: Same-day session; implementation moves at your pace.
Design Package: 4–6 weeks for complete plans, then your timeline.
Full Service: 3–6 months for major remodels; 12–24 months for new construction, including city approvals.
What's your design process like?
Iterative and collaborative.
For smaller projects, that may mean focused sketches and curated selections. For larger ones, it includes iterative exploration through models, site studies, and ongoing dialogue. We don’t believe in single “big reveals.” We prefer testing and refining ideas together.
Do you handle permits and city approvals?
For full-service projects, yes. Regulatory navigation is part of the design process for us.
How do you work with different budget levels?
With realism.
We design with actual numbers, not abstract aspirations. If a budget doesn’t support the ambition, we address that early. Trade-offs are discussed openly.
Where are you located?
We are based in Woodland Hills and serve clients throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
What makes you different?
We're a small studio by choice. That means we stay directly involved at every stage.
We move between interior architecture and spatial planning without separating them, and we value restraint over spectacle and clarity over trend.
Our role isn't just to produce drawings. It's to establish direction and reduce uncertainty before construction begins.
How do I know which service is right for me?
Start with a complimentary discovery call. We’ll review your goals, timeline, and constraints, then recommend the right structure.
Not every project requires full service. Not every project is right for Design Day. The right fit depends on what you're building and how you want to build it.
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Can't you just read my mind? Only a little. The rest, we figure out together.
Do I have to know what I want before we start? Nope. That's part of our job.
What if my budget and my dreams are not on speaking terms? Let's introduce them properly. We're excellent matchmakers.
Will I regret not adding that secret bookcase door? Yes.
Can I keep changing my mind until we pour the concrete? You can… but concrete tends to be very stubborn.
Is it normal to fall in love with a floor plan? We won't judge. We might even encourage it.
Can we design something that doesn't look like everything else on the block? Yes, but only if you're ready to become the neighbor everyone wants to visit.
What if I want Brutalism… but cozy Say less. (But also, say more. We love a good contradiction to solve.)
Can architecture solve my existential dread? No, but a perfectly placed skylight might help.