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.
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 master planning to design, permitting, and construction. We'll make sure that your project is done efficiently and accurately. Our firm is known for designing residential spaces that not only look incredible but are tailed to your lifestyle to ensure a functional home design.
We're able to do this thanks to our integrated design + permitting process. This collaborative design and build approach allows us to 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 designers to focus on creating something amazing for you.
At Ten Seventy Architecture, we specialize in helping homeowners with projects like new home construction, renovations + remodels, and ADUs. Our architectural firm has 10+ years of experience helping people build their dream homes.
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Our team has proven experience working on residential projects throughout San Diego County. Be sure to check out our portfolio to see how we've helped our clients design + build the San Diego home of their dreams. Whether you're after a modern or minimalist style, we can help you across any home design project you're considering.
Our 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 an award-winning architectural 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 received numerous accolades for his innovative designs in modern furniture.
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)
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.
Shenzhou (Joe) is one of our most detail-oriented Architectural Designers. With a degree in architecture from the University of California, Berkeley, Shenzhou's work is highly aesthetic while conscious of appropriate + efficient building materials.
Adrian is an aspiring Architectural Designer with a passion for biophilic, honest design. With a background in photography and digital media, he brings a unique artistic perspective to his work. Born and raised in San Diego, he earned his Interior Architecture degree from San Diego State University after starting in civil engineering.
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 architects and designers 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 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. We can also help with interior design as well.
Our designs start @ $12,000-15,000 for smaller projects located in the San Diego area.
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 so you can discuss your project with a licensed architect.
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! Whether your project is residential or commercial, our local architects can help. 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.