ADU PLANS LOS ANGELES

Build An Awesome ADU With Our Pre-Designed Plans

Ten Seventy Architecture combines a love of modern architecture, state-of-the-art technology, and a proprietary process to help our clients build accessory dwelling units in Southern California. With over a decade as a leading ADU firm, our expert architects have mastered the ins and outs of the design + build process to bring your dream project to life.

We’ve recently released our own pre-designed ADU plans for San Diego residents. These designs are now available for homeowners + property investors in the greater Los Angeles area.

Elevate Your Lifestyle with Our Los Angeles ADU Plans

Accessory dwelling units (also known as granny flats, in-law suites, companion units, and guest houses) have become popular projects in Southern California for homeowners and property investors alike. ADUs provide additional living space for family, friends, or tenants, expanding the livable square footage on a given lot. These residences can be built as part of an existing or soon-to-built home, or detached from the main home as a separate structure altogether.

When you work with Ten Seventy Architecture, our team of experienced architects will walk you through every option available for your ADU project. We've been at the forefront of accessory dwelling unit development for over a decade, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and regulations. Now, we've used this expertise to offer pre-designed ADU plans for Los Angeles homes. These designs are based off of our self-funded project in San Diego, the Prince House ADU.

If you’re interested in reviewing frequently asked questions and in-depth project guides, check out our ADU Resource Center. Once you're ready to take the next step, click the button below to get in touch with our team.

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Key Benefits of Building with Our Pre-Designed ADU Plans in Los Angeles

Interested in saving time, money, and stress while building an ADU? Our pre-designed ADU plans are expertly developed to help you build an ADU with modern + minimalist design, without the hassle. While these plans are pre-designed, they’re anything but cookie-cutter and include many customization options available to make the space your own.

A Quick Start Blueprint to Save You Time + Money

When you begin an architectural project with a pre-designed option, you gain high-end designs at an affordable price point. These plans exist as the framework of your build and allow our architects to breeze through the design process, a stage that is typically one of the longest parts of an ADU build.

With a pre-designed plan, construction on your project will begin weeks before the traditional process would allow.

Our team looks forward to helping you customize our pre-designed ADU plans for Los Angeles homes. We'll help you achieve elevated fixtures, functional features, and livable outdoor space while tailoring the design details to fit your personal style, project goals, and the dimension of your lot. Plus, because these plans have been designed to fit small lots, as narrow as 25’ wide, they incorporate common codes and regulations for ADUs. This will lessen the chance of running into any delays or unexpected fees as we begin to bring your dream project to life.
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High-End Design to Elevate Your ADU

For our modern architecture studio, pre-designed will never mean cookie-cutter or one-size-fits-all.

When you use our pre-designed ADU plans for Los Angeles builds, you’ll get the same elevated + modern style as our modular designs at a fraction of the price.

For those looking for a solid foundation to personalize and build from, our pre-designed plans are an excellent option. These designs showcase our ability to leverage complex city codes while incorporating modern + minimalist details that to make small or irregular lots feel expansive and luxurious. These customization options can elevate the look and feel of your ADU with modern form following function.

This personalization will also make the most out of your space, whether it's leveling up with a two-story duplex or scaling down your blueprint to fit a tighter lot.

Our architects are experts at making smaller lots feel expansive, while maintaining a smaller footprint and incredible outdoor living space.
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Our Proprietary Design + Build Process

Ten Seventy Architecture has spent over a decade shaping our integrated process to offer a full suite of ADU design and construction services. Our goal is to make the experience as seamless as possible for our clients, offering various multiple options regardless of the orientation of your lot.

Want to learn more about our proprietary process? Ten Seventy Architecture incorporates your project goals and personal style into our detailed plans. Using the latest 3D modeling technology, you’ll be able to envision both the exterior and interior of your future ADU before we break ground.

From there, our architects will take care of everything for you in-house to bring our designs to life.

We’ll secure permits and partner with expert contractors and engineers to develop a customized project roadmap to ensure your ADU is completed on-time and within budget.
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Check Out Our Past ADU Projects

Over the past 10+ years, we've specialized in the ADU building process. During this time, we’ve worked
on incredible projects with our clients throughout Southern California. If you’re looking for inspiration
for your next project, check out our portfolio below.

Meet Our Team at Ten Seventy Architecture

Our modern architecture studio is a leading firm in the Southern California area, specializing in ADU design + builds. Our expert architects love partnering with our clients to create minimalist + innovative designs that will improve their quality of life for years to come. We put your project goals and feedback at the center of every design.

Founder / Principal Architect

Sean Canning

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)

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Project Manager / Permit Specialist

Margaret Canning

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)

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Architectural Designer

Jen-Ni Lin

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.  

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Architectural Designer

Nolan Delgado

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.  

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10+ Years of Experience
Helping Home Owners Build ADUs +Granny Flats

"Sean is the guy if you are looking for a San Diego architect. I was referred to him via a mutual business connection, and couldn't be happier with his work...The final product was phenomenal. I could not be happier. His work was not only exactly what I was looking for, but he did it in a timely fashion. "

Alexandra G.

"An element we loved about Sean was his ability to see creatively from the very beginning. And I can tell you that when we walked out of the meeting with Sean, we both looked at each other and said: “That’s the guy we want” And we’ve had no regrets ever since."

Tom R.

“5.000 stars. The recent opening of our ophthalmology practice has been a year in the making, and Sean Canning from Ten Seventy Architecture was integral to the successful design and execution of our space.”

Adam D.

“Highly recommend working with Sean, he is a licensed Architect who puts the customer's best interests first. I have worked with Sean on several projects, his thoroughness streamlines the project helping save money and time.”

Curtis P.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of building a home addition in Los Angeles

Building a home or room addition in Los Angeles is a great way of adding square footage to your existing home. A room addition can make your home more valuable, both to you and on the market. Whether you need a larger family room, an in-law suite, or a home office, an addition can provide that extra room that improves your whole home.  We can help with every step of the process.

What does the design + permitting approach encompass?

Our integrated design + permitting methodology is a holistic approach where we manage your project from its conceptual phase right through to obtaining necessary permits. This ensures a streamlined, cohesive process, minimizing potential delays and ensuring consistency in the design and execution.

What type of room additions can you help with?

We can help you with any type of addition to your home. We work both with older homes and contemporary houses. We've found that almost every home and homeowner benefits from an addition to provide more space and create a larger area for loving your life and doing the things you love. Whether it is by adding space to the floor plan under one roof, or by adding a stand-alone ADU, an addition will also make the rest of the home feel more spacious.

Q3: Do you provide interior design services?

Yes, our team includes talented interior designers who work hand in hand with our architects to ensure the interior spaces are as meticulously planned and beautifully executed as the exterior.

Do you design Landscape Projects?

Certainly! Whether it's a residential or commercial landscape project, we've got you covered. In fact, we have extensive experience designing numerous commercial tenant improvement projects in the past decade. Feel free to reach out for assistance with your commercial project – we're here to assist you.

How do you handle unforeseen challenges during construction?

With our experienced team and proactive planning, we minimize unforeseen issues. However, in the rare occurrence of unexpected challenges, we address them promptly, ensuring transparency and communication with you throughout the process.

What’s the advantage of building an ADU?

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) can offer additional living space, potential rental income, or a separate suite for guests or family members. They also add value to your property. With Los Angeles' evolving regulations favoring ADUs, they've become a viable option for many homeowners.

How involved will I be in the design process?

We believe in a collaborative approach. Your inputs, preferences, and lifestyle are integral to our design process. We ensure regular updates and seek your feedback at pivotal stages, ensuring the final design aligns perfectly with your vision.

Do you offer remodeling services?

Yes, we offer all kinds of remodeling services. Our premier remodeling designers have been in the remodeling industry for many years, and will help you ensure you project goes smoothly and is delivered in time and on budget.

Whether you're interested in a complete home renovation, a new master bathroom, a new bedroom, a home and room addition, accessory dwelling units, or architectural design, we're here to help.

Our interior designers can help you with your bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, custom home design, or your whole home remodel. Through our design and build process, we also support with home remodeling contractor contacts and management.

What Else Can you Design?

We're here to assist you with both your interior and exterior design needs. Our portfolio spans a diverse range of projects, and we take pride in our track record of producing exceptionally beautiful designs and architecture in San Diego. Here are some examples of the services we offer:

- Residential architecture
- Commercial architecture
- Coastal homes
- Mixed-use properties
- Site planning
- Student housing
- Interior design
- Feasibility studies
- New construction
- Historic restorations