Full construction. One studio.
ADUs, garage conversions, additions, kitchens, baths, roofing, foundations, seismic retrofits, and commercial tenant improvements — built across the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles by one accountable team. Browse the six headline services or scroll for the full California construction catalog.
- № 01From $245K
Detached ADUs
Standalone backyard cottages, 400–1,200 sq ft. Standard plans or custom drawn for your lot.
- $ / sq ft
- $300–$400
- Permit
- 14–22 wk
- Build
- 5–7 mo
What's included
- Site survey, soils, and feasibility brief
- Architectural + structural + Title 24 engineering
- Foundation, framing, envelope, MEP rough-in
- Cabinetry, finish, fixtures, appliances
- Landscape repair, final inspection, C of O
- № 02From $155K
Garage Conversions
The fastest path to permitted rental income — usually 4–6 months from contract to keys.
- $ / sq ft
- $180–$275
- Permit
- 10–16 wk
- Build
- 4–6 mo
What's included
- Existing structure assessment + reframe plan
- Insulated envelope, new windows + skylights
- Full kitchen, bath, and laundry build-out
- Sub-panel + utility upgrade as required
- Permit closeout and short-term-rental compliance review
- № 03From $120K
Junior ADUs (JADUs)
Interior conversion within the main house. Up to 500 sq ft, private entry, kitchenette.
- $ / sq ft
- $210–$310
- Permit
- 8–12 wk
- Build
- 3–5 mo
What's included
- Interior reconfiguration of existing primary home
- Efficiency kitchen + dedicated entrance
- Optional shared-bathroom layout for owner-occupancy
- Plan check + inspection management
- Owner-occupancy affidavit support
- № 04From $185K
Attached Additions
Second-story or rear additions that share a wall with the main residence.
- $ / sq ft
- $260–$400
- Permit
- 12–20 wk
- Build
- 5–8 mo
What's included
- Architectural integration with existing home
- Structural stitch + matched roofing / siding
- Mechanical, plumbing, and electrical extensions
- Interior finishes matched to primary residence
- Coordination with any in-place soft-story retrofit
- № 05From $215K
Full Home Renewals
Whole-house remodels paired with a new ADU on the same parcel.
- $ / sq ft
- $285–$355
- Permit
- 8–12 wk
- Build
- 5–6 mo
What's included
- Selection from six LADBS pre-approved plans
- Site adaptation, setback verification
- Stamped construction set + permit submittal
- Fixed-fee build with finish-tier upgrades
- Standardized 4-week shorter delivery vs custom
- № 06From $8.5K
Permitting & Feasibility
Standalone consulting if you've already got plans — LADBS, Coastal, HPOZ, you name it.
- $ / sq ft
- Fee-based
- Permit
- Variable
- Build
- —
What's included
- Site feasibility + zoning brief (1 business day)
- Schematic design package + 3D massing
- LADBS plan check management end-to-end
- Coordination with homeowner-selected GC
- Inspections + Certificate of Occupancy closeout
California construction catalog
Every service we build across Los Angeles & the Bay Area.
Each service has a dedicated regional hub with local permit notes, cost ranges, FAQs, and an inquiry form routed to the right desk.
ADU & Conversions
Detached ADUs, garage conversions, JADUs.- ADU Builder
- Garage Conversion
- JADU Builder
Ground-Up Construction
New construction and hillside builds.- New Home Construction
- Hillside Construction
Development & Investor
Small multifamily and 2–6 unit feasibility.- Small Multifamily & 2–6 Unit
Renovation & Additions
Home additions, kitchens, baths, whole-home.- Home Additions
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Whole Home Remodeling
Trades & Building Systems
Roofing, siding, decks, foundation, framing, retrofits.- Roofing
- Siding & Stucco
- Decks & Outdoor Living
- Concrete & Flatwork
- Windows & Doors
- Foundation Repair & Replacement
- Framing & Structural Work
- Seismic Retrofit
Commercial & Property Services
TI buildouts, HOAs, property management — by request.- Commercial Tenant Improvement
- HOA Construction Services
- Property Management Construction
The studio rules
Four commitments behind every engagement.
- № 01
Fixed-fee feasibility, one business day
Every engagement starts with a hardened cost + zoning + timeline brief — not an estimate range you can't act on.
- № 02
One-team design + build
Architecture, engineering, plan check, and construction live under one P&L. No coordination tax, no finger-pointing on corrections.
- № 03
Real cost transparency
Line-item budget at contract, weekly burn report during build, and a hard contingency we don't touch silently.
- № 04
CSLB-licensed California contractor
CSLB #1156772. License, bond, general liability and workers' comp certificates are shared during your consultation and confirmed in writing before signing.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What homeowners ask before booking a feasibility on one of our six services.
Which service is right for my lot?
Detached ADUs maximize value when you have 1,200+ sq ft of clear yard. Garage conversions are the fastest path if your existing garage is permitted and structurally sound. JADUs work when you want rental income without giving up backyard space. We confirm the right fit during the one-business-day feasibility review.How long does the full design-build process take?
Permit timelines run 8–22 weeks depending on jurisdiction and service type. Construction adds another 3–8 months. End-to-end, plan on 6–12 months from contract to certificate of occupancy for a detached ADU, and 4–7 months for a garage conversion or JADU.Do you handle the permits and plan check?
Yes — every engagement includes architectural, structural, Title 24, and LADBS plan-check management end-to-end. We submit, track, and clear corrections under one P&L so you don't coordinate between separate firms.Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
CSLB #1156772. We carry general liability, workers' compensation, and an auto-renewing performance bond available on request. License and insurance certificates are shared at contract signing.Can I use my own architect or contractor for part of the project?
Our permitting & design service (No. 06) is fee-based and supports homeowner-selected GCs. The other five services run as integrated design-build under one contract — that's where the cost certainty and schedule discipline come from.How does pricing compare to other LA design-build firms?
Our published starting prices and per-sq-ft bands sit mid-market — we're not the cheapest bid and we don't try to be. The savings show up in fewer change orders, on-time delivery, and a hard contingency we don't quietly draw down.