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Plan With Confidence. Build With Purpose.

Design & Permits

Every successful construction project begins with a well-developed plan. Our Bay Area design and permitting team helps homeowners navigate the technical requirements of ADUs, home additions, remodeling, and residential construction—from architectural design and structural engineering to construction plans, permits, and inspections. By coordinating the planning and permitting process with construction, we help create a clear path from your initial idea to a finished project.

  • Design Permits Construction One Team

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From Your Vision,
To Approved Plans.

Great projects begin long before construction starts. Our Bay Area design and permitting services bring together architectural planning, structural engineering, construction documents, and permit coordination to prepare your project for the build ahead. Whether you're planning an ADU, home addition, kitchen remodel, or whole-home renovation, we help turn your ideas into a clear, buildable plan while navigating the requirements of your local jurisdiction.

Design & Permit Services

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Expert Planning

Architectural Design

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Expert Design

Structural Engineering

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Design & Renderings

Construction Plans

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Build Approval

Permit Applications

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Custom Build

ADU Design & Permits

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Home Addition Design

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Remodeling Design

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Expert Cordination

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Build It The Right Way.

1

Initial Consultation

We discuss your goals, budget, timeline, and vision for your project. We evaluate your property, and project requirements to determine the best approach.

2

Design & Proposal

Our team develops architectural plans, layouts, materials, and construction details tailored to your project.

3

Planning & Permits

We coordinate building permits, engineering, inspections, and other requirements before construction begins.

4

Construction

Our experienced contractors manage the remodeling, installation, and construction process from start to finish.

5

Final Walkthrough

We complete a detailed walkthrough to ensure your newly remodeled space meets our standards and your expectations.

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Architectural Design

Develop functional, detailed architectural plans based on your property's existing conditions, project goals, and local requirements. We coordinate floor plans, elevations, layouts, and construction documents needed to move your project forward.

Structural Engineering

When your project involves structural modifications, additions, or other engineering requirements, we coordinate structural plans and calculations with qualified professionals to ensure the design is properly supported.

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Construction Plans

Detailed construction documents provide the information needed to communicate your project clearly to contractors, inspectors, and permitting authorities. We coordinate the plans and technical details required for your specific project.

Permit Applications

Navigating the permit process can be complicated. We help prepare and coordinate permit applications, supporting documents, plan submissions, corrections, and other requirements associated with your residential construction project.

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ADU Design & Permits

From detached ADUs and garage conversions to attached ADUs, we coordinate the design, engineering, permitting, and construction requirements needed to develop your project.

Home Addition Design

Planning a room addition requires careful consideration of the existing structure, new floor area, utilities, design, and local building requirements. We help coordinate the planning and documentation needed to move your addition toward construction.

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Remodeling Design

Whether you're planning a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, or whole-home transformation, thoughtful planning can help identify structural, electrical, plumbing, and permitting requirements before construction begins.

Permit Inspection 

We help coordinate communication with the appropriate local jurisdiction throughout the permitting process, including plan review, corrections, required approvals, and inspections.

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FAQ

Design & Permits

Do you provide architectural design?

Yes. We coordinate architectural design and construction plans for residential projects including ADUs, additions, remodeling, and other home improvements.

Do you handle structural engineering?

When engineering is required, we coordinate with qualified structural engineering professionals to address the technical requirements of the project.

Can you obtain permits for my remodeling project?

We can help coordinate the permitting process, including required documentation, plan submissions, corrections, and inspections.

Do all remodeling projects require permits?

Not every project has the same requirements. Permit requirements depend on the scope of work, property, and local jurisdiction. We help identify the requirements applicable to your project.

Can you handle design and construction?

Yes. Our design-build approach allows us to coordinate the planning process and construction through one team.

Can you help me determine what I can build?

We can evaluate your project and help identify potential design, engineering, permitting, and construction considerations. Specific development rights and approvals are determined by the applicable local jurisdiction.

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Bathroom Remodels

Our team provides professional bathroom remodeling throughout the Bay Area. We deliver thoughtful designs, quality craftsmanship, and reliable project management to create bathrooms built to last.

Areas We Service

Entire Bay Area & Central Coast

Silicon Valley

  • San Jose

  • Willow Glen

  • Santa Clara

  • Los Gatos & More

Peninsula

  • Palo Alto

  • Menlo Park

  • San Mateo

  • Los Altos & More

Central Coast

  • Monterey

  • Carmel

  • Santa Cruz

  • Marina & More

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From an Idea to an Approved Plan

Whether you're considering an ADU, home addition, kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, or whole-home remodel, understanding what can be built and what approvals are required, is an important first step.

Our team helps homeowners evaluate their projects before construction begins so potential design, engineering, and permitting considerations can be addressed early.

  • ADUs & Garage Conversions

  • Home Additions

  • Whole-Home Remodels

  • Kitchen Remodels

  • Bathroom Remodels

  • Structural Modifications

  • Interior Renovations

  • Outdoor Living Projects

  • Residential Improvements

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Serving Homeowners Throughout
the Bay Area & Central Coast

We provide residential design, permitting, and general contracting services throughout:

​ San Jose, Willow Glen, Santa Clara, Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Carmel & More.

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