At Ten Seventy Architecture, we specialize in custom home renovations that not only elevate your living space but also perfectly align with your unique lifestyle. Our modern architecture studio brings together innovation, creativity, and expertise to create stunning renovations that stand the test of time.
Renovations change the look and feel of a home by restoring or updating existing spaces for enhanced style and practicality. Our team will take your dreams of a luxury home renovation and bring them to life by crafting a space that's tailor-made to fit your unique lifestyle and requirements.
Our specialty lies in detailed custom home renovations, a transformative process that can modernize a home suffering from a poor layout or outdated design.
Through our signature design process, we modify the structure of your home to match your vision and make it work optimally for you and your family's way of life.
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.
Choosing Ten Seventy Architecture for your custom home renovation means you'll benefit from our proven design process, state-of-the-art 3D modeling technology, and expert permitting management. We ensure a seamless experience from start to finish, turning your dream renovation into a reality.
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plore our portfolio of completed custom home renovations to see how we've transformed living spaces throughout San Diego. From modern and minimalist designs to functional and luxurious spaces, our projects showcase the quality and craftsmanship you can expect when working with Ten Seventy Architecture.
Our team of skilled architects is dedicated to making your dream home renovation a reality. With a diverse range of backgrounds and expertise, we collaborate to provide you with a seamless and enjoyable experience throughout the renovation process.
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.
Gain insights and inspiration for your custom home renovation with our complimentary Dream Home guide. Packed with valuable information, tips, and ideas, this guide will help you make informed decisions as you embark on your home renovation journey.
If you need help researching your San Diego 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 renovation 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.
Download our guide to save hours of research and get up to speed with the entire process of renovating your home before you begin consulting an architect.
Our primary focus is on modern and minimalist architectural design, but we also have experience in other styles, such as contemporary, prairie style, craftsman, and transitional. We can assist with interior design projects as well.
For smaller projects in the San Diego area, our design services start at $12,000-15,000.
Absolutely! If you'd like a virtual consultation, sign up using the form at the bottom of this page. We'll contact you to schedule a meeting with one of our licensed architects to discuss your project.
Yes, we do! We have experience designing custom ADUs and can create one for you. Be sure to ask about our discounted pre-designed 1-Bedroom / 1-Bathroom ADU.
Additional costs may include structural engineering fees, which vary based on the proposed design, as well as permit fees paid to the municipality and expenses related to facilitating the permit process. Some projects may require energy calculations, additional engineering, or presentation drawings for more complex permits.
Design timelines depend on the project scope. Generally, it takes around 1-2 months to develop a design in collaboration with the client, followed by 1 month for engineering and detailing the project.
Permit fees are determined by local municipalities and can vary significantly. New homes may be subject to additional municipal impact fees.
Standard projects not located in the California Coastal Zone typically take around 3 months to permit due to the City of San Diego's "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 been recognized for our modern furniture designs, which we create upon special request.