Architectural Plans Altadena, CA

Building a new custom home in Los Angeles requires thoughtful site planning and design that works with your lot's orientation, views, and neighborhood context. We create detailed architectural plans that show your home's layout, elevations, and structural systems. Our designs balance your priorities—modern finishes, open living, energy efficiency—with practical buildability and permit compliance. Whether you're in the Hollywood Hills, Brentwood, or South LA, we understand local lot constraints and design accordingly.

ADU construction has become a smart way to add housing and rental income to existing Los Angeles lots. We design ADUs that fit your site—detached units, attached units, or converted garages. Our plans comply with California's ADU laws and Los Angeles zoning code updates, including setbacks, lot coverage, and design standards for different neighborhoods.

Older Los Angeles homes often need careful planning before renovation. We create plans for additions, kitchen and bath remodels, and whole-home upgrades. Our drawings clarify structural changes, new openings, and code-compliant updates. We work with your existing home's footprint and style to create seamless, buildable designs.

Los Angeles zoning varies sharply by neighborhood. R1 hillside zones have stricter setbacks and lot coverage limits than R2 or mixed-use areas. We review your specific zoning district, design overlay, and building code requirements before sketching. This groundwork prevents dead-end designs and costly restarts.

We've worked with Los Angeles Department of City Planning, met review timelines, and coordinated with the many inspectors and departments involved in building here. We understand what planners ask for, how contractors build in LA's climate and lot conditions, and where designs typically need refinement.