Our modern architecture studio combines a love of modern design, a proven process, and the latest technology to help our clients build incredible homes. With 10+ years of experience, we’ve mastered an integrated design, permitting + build approach to make the experience easier and more efficient than ever.
Whether you’re looking to create a high-end custom home, renovate or remodel your current space, or build a functional + minimalist accessory dwelling unit, our team of expert architects has you covered.
If you’re beginning a home project, whether big or small, our team at Ten Seventy Architecture is here to help. For over a decade we’ve teamed up with our clients to build incredible homes with modern, minimalist + mid-century design.
Our team of certified architects has extensive experience designing residential and commercial properties in and around San Diego. We’ll listen to your project goals and custom-tailor our designs to create a minimalist home that fits your needs + personal style. And, the process to get there will be easier than ever.
Our team will guide you through every step of the development process, navigating complex city codes and securing the necessary permits. We’ll work closely with contractors and engineers, managing your project from start to finish.
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Considering building a new home or an addition? Our team of certified architects are your partners in the process. With over a decade of experience, we’ll help you leverage city regulations to create a dream minimalist home that perfectly fits your budget and timeline.
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If you’re looking for inspiration for your upcoming home project, check out our portfolio. Our team has 10+ years of experience building custom homes and ADUs, as well as enhancing existing spaces with renovations, remodels, and additions. We bring dream projects to life with minimalist + functional design.
At Ten Seventy Architecture, we partner with our clients to create innovative designs that will improve your quality of life for years to come. 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)
Shane is the most senior Architectural Designer at Ten Seventy Architecture. He is assigned to larger projects which have high aesthetic requirements. Shane brings an expertise in architectural rendering to the Ten Seventy Architecture team. His design work is streamlined and considerate.
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.
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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.
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.