Ten Seventy Architecture is a modern architecture studio that helps people who love amazing architecture overcome the challenges of building their dream home by offering an integrated design + permitting process so they can elevate their life to new heights.
Whether you are looking to build a new custom home, renovate/remodel your current one, or build an ADU, our team of San Diego residential architects has you covered.
At Ten Seventy Architecture, we understand that the process of designing, permitting and building your dream home or ADU can seem like a daunting challenge. But with our help, it doesn't have to be.
Our team of highly-skilled San Diego residential architects will guide you through every step of the process, from design to permitting to construction. We'll make sure that your project is done quickly + correctly and features an incredible design so you can enjoy your new home worry-free.
We're able to do this thanks to our integrated design + permitting process. Meaning, our architecture studio can handle your entire project in-house from start to finish. This streamlined process removes the stress from any architecture project you may be considering and allows our team of residential architects to focus on designing something amazing for you.
To see exactly how we'll take the stress out of your project, check out the video here to discover what our client-centered residential architecture process looks like.
At Ten Seventy Architecture, we specialize in helping homeowners with projects like new home construction, renovations + remodels, and ADUs. Our Residential Architects in San Diego have 10+ years of experience helping people build their dream homes. We understand the challenges that come with these types of projects and have a streamlined process in place to make things easy for you.
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If you're looking for the help of a residential architecture studio in San Diego, be sure to check out our portfolio to see how we've worked to produce amazing homes for our past clients. Whether you're after a modern or minimalist style, we can help you across any residential architecture project you're considering.
Our residential architecture studio believes that forging great relationships with our clients is essential for producing amazing design work. We aim to form true partnerships with our clients and ensure their lifestyle + design goals are taken into consideration to help them build something incredible.
Sean is a graduate of NJIT, where he studied architecture + industrial design. He relocated to San Diego in 2009 to open the boutique architecture firm, 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)
There's no doubt about it - any residential construction project requires a lot of research. To help, our residential architects have put together an awesome "Dream Home" resource that will walk you through the entire architecture process and show you concrete ways to save time, money, and ultimately a ton of stress.
Considering a residential architecture project in San Diego? Then you need to check out our Dream Home guide to quickly get up to speed on everything you need to know to make your project a reality.
Encompassing over a decade of our experience designing + building projects in San Diego, it's everything you need to get started researching your project and eventually reaching out to residential architects in San Diego.
This free guide features a simple flowchart that will help you quickly map out a comprehensive strategy tailored to your project. By following this guide, you will be able to save hours planning your project. And once done, you will be able to confidently start your project.
With this guide, you will be able to avoid project delays, hefty fees, and a whole lot of frustration. It’s the complete resource for getting a jump start on your residential architecture project and finally design + build the home of your dreams.
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.