Ten Seventy Architecture is an award-winning firm in the Southern California area with over a decade of experience as San Diego home builders. Combining a proven process + the latest technology, we help people who love modern + minimalist design overcome the challenges of building their dream homes.
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.
For the past decade, we've partnered with our clients on incredible architectural builds from luxurious custom homes and functional accessory dwelling units to modern remodels, renovations, and expansive additions.
Our modern architecture studio believes that the success of any project depends on building great relationships with our clients and creating designs custom-tailored to their goals + personal style.
As experienced San Diego home builders, we’ve mastered complex city codes and regulations to develop elevated modern architecture throughout Southern California. Regardless of the project you have in mind, our team will guide you through every step of the process. We’ve developed a proprietary approach and a full range of signature services to streamline your build, ensuring everything is completed on time and within your budget.
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When you partner with our team of expert San Diego home builders, beginning your project won’t feel like an uphill battle. Whether you’re interested in building a new home, expanding or updating your current living space, or utilizing your lot for rental opportunities, we have the design know-how to bring your dream home to life.
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Over the years, we’ve partnered on incredible home builds with our clients. Our portfolio of past projects showcases our range and creative flair as an architecture firm. If you’re looking for inspiration for your next home project, you’ve come to the right place. Check out our portfolio below.
Our leading modern architecture studio strives to build beautiful homes and lasting relationships with our clients. Our goal is to create minimalist + 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)
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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Building a home or room addition in Los Angeles is a great way of adding square footage to your existing home. A room addition can make your home more valuable, both to you and on the market. Whether you need a larger family room, an in-law suite, or a home office, an addition can provide that extra room that improves your whole home. We can help with every step of the process.
Our integrated design + permitting methodology is a holistic approach where we manage your project from its conceptual phase right through to obtaining necessary permits. This ensures a streamlined, cohesive process, minimizing potential delays and ensuring consistency in the design and execution.
We can help you with any type of addition to your home. We work both with older homes and contemporary houses. We've found that almost every home and homeowner benefits from an addition to provide more space and create a larger area for loving your life and doing the things you love. Whether it is by adding space to the floor plan under one roof, or by adding a stand-alone ADU, an addition will also make the rest of the home feel more spacious.
Yes, our team includes talented interior designers who work hand in hand with our architects to ensure the interior spaces are as meticulously planned and beautifully executed as the exterior.
Certainly! Whether it's a residential or commercial landscape project, we've got you covered. In fact, we have extensive experience designing numerous commercial tenant improvement projects in the past decade. Feel free to reach out for assistance with your commercial project – we're here to assist you.
With our experienced team and proactive planning, we minimize unforeseen issues. However, in the rare occurrence of unexpected challenges, we address them promptly, ensuring transparency and communication with you throughout the process.
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) can offer additional living space, potential rental income, or a separate suite for guests or family members. They also add value to your property. With Los Angeles' evolving regulations favoring ADUs, they've become a viable option for many homeowners.
We believe in a collaborative approach. Your inputs, preferences, and lifestyle are integral to our design process. We ensure regular updates and seek your feedback at pivotal stages, ensuring the final design aligns perfectly with your vision.
Yes, we offer all kinds of remodeling services. Our premier remodeling designers have been in the remodeling industry for many years, and will help you ensure you project goes smoothly and is delivered in time and on budget.
Whether you're interested in a complete home renovation, a new master bathroom, a new bedroom, a home and room addition, accessory dwelling units, or architectural design, we're here to help.
Our interior designers can help you with your bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, custom home design, or your whole home remodel. Through our design and build process, we also support with home remodeling contractor contacts and management.
We're here to assist you with both your interior and exterior design needs. Our portfolio spans a diverse range of projects, and we take pride in our track record of producing exceptionally beautiful designs and architecture in San Diego. Here are some examples of the services we offer:
- Residential architecture
- Commercial architecture
- Coastal homes
- Mixed-use properties
- Site planning
- Student housing
- Interior design
- Feasibility studies
- New construction
- Historic restorations