Ten Seventy Architecture combines a love of modern design, a proven process, and the latest technology to help our clients overcome the challenges of building their dream homes.
With a full range of architecture services and more than a decade of experience as an architecture firm in the greater Southern California area, our designs will elevate your life to new heights.
For over 10 years, Ten Seventy Architecture has worked with our clients to design + build incredible residential and commercial properties. Whether you’re interested in building a new home, expanding or refreshing your current living space, or utilizing your lot for rental property opportunities, our team of modern architects has the expertise to streamline your project and guide you through from start to finish.
With our proprietary design + build process, bringing your dream home to life is easier and more efficient than ever.
By working as a leading modern architecture firm in Los Angeles, San Diego, and throughout Southern California, we've mastered complex city codes and regulations to incorporate extra design value to any project that comes our way. Regardless of the architectural build you have in mind, our team will custom-tailor our designs to your goals and personal style, ensuring the project is completed on time and within your budget.
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Great modern design is inherently simple. At Ten Seventy Architecture, we believe hiring the right architecture firm in Los Angeles should be simple, too. We specialize in a wide range of signature services, from luxurious custom homes and accessory dwelling units, to modern additions and renovations.
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Looking for inspiration for your upcoming home project? Over the years, we've partnered with homeowners on incredible projects, from high-end custom homes and accessory dwelling units to modern renovations and additions.
Our team strives to create lasting relationships with our clients, improving their lives for years to come with sleek + functional modern architecture. We put your project goals and feedback at the center of every design.
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.
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 have designed custom ADUs + can design one for you. Ask us about our predesigned 1-Bedroom / 1-Bathroom ADU, offered at a discount.
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.
We have won a few awards for modern furniture which we design by special request.