Ten Seventy Architecture helps people who love modern + minimalist design overcome the challenges of remodeling or renovating their homes. With a proven process, the latest technology, and 10+ years of experience, our architecture studio customizes our designs to fit each of our clients and their project goals. We have the expertise to create your dream home with elevated design + increased functionality.
A luxury home remodel or renovation can transform your home into a functional space that is completely customized to fit your needs and lifestyle. While both of these projects will refresh your living space and add to your home’s value, their benefits and considerations differ.
Renovations change the look and feel of a home by restoring or updating existing spaces for enhanced style and practicality. On the other hand, remodels alter the structure of a home through a redesign + construction process.
For those looking to modernize their home to improve poor layout or outdated design, luxury home remodeling is an excellent solution. These projects allow you to incorporate your personal style while reconfiguring your home to work for your lifestyle.
With a remodel, you can rethink the purpose or layout of existing living spaces, both interior and exterior, update fixtures to be more modern, sustainable + energy-efficient, all while increasing your home’s value along the way.
Wondering what this architecture process looks like in practice? Watch the video here for a quick overview of the key steps. And, if you're ready to get started, schedule a free consultation with us below.
Our team has more than a decade of experience with home remodeling projects in San Diego. We can help you get your project done on-time within your budget thanks to our our signature architectural process that ensures we can modernize your home with high-end + functional design.
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If you're looking for a professional team of architects in San Diego that can design + build your home remodeling project, we can help. With over a decade of experience, we’ve guided our clients through renovations + remodels, bringing beautiful elevated designs to life. Need some inspiration for your upcoming project? Check out our past luxury home remodeling projects below.
Our team of professionally licensed and certified architects strives to make lasting connections with each of our clients and projects. We look forward to guiding you through the process and working together to design something amazing.
Sean is a graduate of NJIT, where he studied architecture + industrial design. He relocated to San Diego in 2009 to open the boutique architecture studio, Ten Seventy Architecture, focussing predominantly on modern, minimalist, + creative architecture. Sean has also won various awards for modern furniture he has designed.
California Registered Architect
LEED Accredited Professional
Bachelor of Architecture (NJIT)
Certification in Project Management (SDSU)
Margaret is also a graduate of NJIT, where she studied architecture + civil engineering. She relocated to San Diego in 2010 working at a LEED consulting firm before taking a job as a project manager in San Diego’s permit office for 5 years. Later she brought her skillset to Ten Seventy Architecture where she manages projects + permitting.
LEED Accredited Professional
Bachelor of Architecture (NJIT)
Masters of Civil Engineering (NJIT)
Certification in Project Management (SDSU)
Jen-Ni is our Architectural Designer who works on projects which require greater graphic illustration. She works on our aesthetic commercial projects as well as small modern ADU projects that require tight planning and out-of-the-box thinking. Jen-Ni is a talented designer who can develop good ideas into beautiful architecture.
Nolan is the team’s Architectural Designer who works on custom residential projects which require the highest level of attention to detail. He has worked to refine our 3D printed study models as well as build templated architectural processes. Nolan brings a modernists rational to our projects.
Any home improvement project, especially luxury remodels or renovations, requires a significant amount of research + planning. As you begin to shape what your dream project might look like, check out our comprehensive Dream Home Guide. This resource will walk you through the entire architecture process, with helpful tips to save time and money.
If you're interested in beginning a home remodeling or renovation project, our free Dream Home Guide is a great place to start. We've put together this comprehensive resource that outlines each step of the remodeling process. After reviewing this guide, you'll have a customized plan for approaching the design, permitting + construction of your project.
Our resource compiles over a decade of experience working with clients to transform their spaces with incredible modern architecture. The Dream Home Guide incorporates common city regulations and building codes, as well as simple directions, expert tips, and a flowchart to customize your project roadmap. It'll help you secure extra design value for the home of your dreams while streamlining the process to be easier + more efficient than ever.
Download our guide to save hours of research and get up to speed with the entire process of redesigning your home before you begin consulting an architect.
We specialize in modern + minimalist architectural design. On occasion, we work in other styles such as contemporary, prairie style, craftsman, or transitional.
Our designs start @ $12,000-15,000 for smaller projects.
Yes, we do! If you're interested in a virtual consultation you can sign up using the form at the bottom of this page. Once you reach out, we'll be in touch to schedule a meeting.
Yes! We've designed commercial tenant improvement projects over the last decade. We're happy to help you w/ your commercial project.
Structural engineering costs will vary depending on the design proposed. Permit fees are paid to the municipality, as well as cost to facilitate the permit process. Some projects may require energy calculations or additional engineering. More complicated permits may require additional presentation drawings.
Schedules will depend on the project scope. Generally, it takes around 1-2 months to create a design working w/ a client, then 1 month to engineer/detail the project.
Permits are charged by the municipalities + can vary greatly. New homes may be subject to additional municipal impact fees.
Standard projects not located in the California Coastal Zone can take around 3 months to permit due to the City of San Diego's new "streamline" #DigitalDSD process. Projects in the Coastal Zone or requiring a Site Development Permit can take around 8 months or more to permit.
We have won a few awards for modern furniture which we design by special request.