How We Work
We work with homeowners throughout Los Angeles at different stages of a project. Understanding what a home could become to developing the design and carrying it through construction.
Our involvement is shaped around what the project needs. That may mean a focused working session, a complete design direction before construction, or ongoing design leadership from concept through completion.
Levels of Engagement
We structure our involvement based on the needs of the project. 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
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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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Spatial Design
Planning, circulation, natural light, kitchens, baths, and interior architecture.Materials + Interiors
Materials, finishes, fixtures, lighting, furnishings, and window treatments.Custom Elements
Millwork, built-ins, custom furniture, and project-specific details.Documentation + Coordination
Drawings, contractor/vendor/fabricator coordination, and design involvement through construction. -
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.
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A complete design roadmap.
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 to understand what their home could become and leave with a cohesive design direction they can implement on their own timeline.
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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A focused working session for a specific design challenge.
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.
Practice Areas
Residential Renovations
Rethinking existing homes to improve flow, light, function, and the way spaces relate to one another.
New Homes and Additions
Ground-up residences and additions shaped around site, daily life, and long-term use.
Interior Architecture & Design
Spatial planning, built-in elements, material palettes, lighting, and custom details, considered as a unified whole.
ADUs
Detached units, garage conversions, and compact secondary spaces designed in relationship to the existing home and site.
Select Commercial
Small-scale hospitality, creative, retail, and wellness environments.
Early-Stage Consultation
Understanding what's possible before committing to construction.
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
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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.
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.
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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.