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Avatar for VULCAN BUILD INC
VULCAN BUILD INC
8549 WILSHIRE BLVD # 3189
5.00(
22
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VULCAN BUILD INC
8549 WILSHIRE BLVD # 3189
5.00(
22
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
13 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

VULCAN BUILD INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I’m incredibly impressed with Vulcan Build. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, everything was handled with care and precision. Michael’s team was efficient, tidy, and proactive in keeping me updated. The results speak for themselves — high-quality work delivered right on time."

Jacob H on April 2025

VULCAN BUILD INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I’m incredibly impressed with Vulcan Build. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, everything was handled with care and precision. Michael’s team was efficient, tidy, and proactive in keeping me updated. The results speak for themselves — high-quality work delivered right on time."

Jacob H on April 2025


Avatar for RR Architectural Design, Inc.
RR Architectural Design, Inc.
6360 Van Nuys Boulevard
4.98(
26
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RR Architectural Design, Inc.
6360 Van Nuys Boulevard
4.98(
26
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

We are a reputable building design company that specializes in a variety of Exterior and Interior design and spatial planning projects. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Excellent architectural design service. Franco and his team help guide you and educate you as to the permit process. The design for my ADU turned out great. The 3D rendition was awesome. You get great service at a reasonable price."

Glenda Q on April 2024

We are a reputable building design company that specializes in a variety of Exterior and Interior design and spatial planning projects. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Excellent architectural design service. Franco and his team help guide you and educate you as to the permit process. The design for my ADU turned out great. The 3D rendition was awesome. You get great service at a reasonable price."

Glenda Q on April 2024


Avatar for Gannage Design - Unlicensed Contractor
Gannage Design - Unlicensed Contractor
PO Box 14502
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Gannage Design - Unlicensed Contractor
PO Box 14502
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Why pay more for an Architect? When we can design you a luxurious home for a fraction of the cost! We match our creativity with the owner's vision. Services we provide are, *New Home design, * Remodel or Addition * 3D Visualization * Construction Plans for Building Permit * Processing Permits Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you.

"Aaron expeditiously addresses ANY concerns. He is very knowledgeable and professional. I will welcome the opportunity to recommend this company."

BJ M on April 2020

Why pay more for an Architect? When we can design you a luxurious home for a fraction of the cost! We match our creativity with the owner's vision. Services we provide are, *New Home design, * Remodel or Addition * 3D Visualization * Construction Plans for Building Permit * Processing Permits Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you.

"Aaron expeditiously addresses ANY concerns. He is very knowledgeable and professional. I will welcome the opportunity to recommend this company."

BJ M on April 2020


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FLJ, Inc.
37929 Palo Colorado Road
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
FLJ, Inc.
37929 Palo Colorado Road
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
74 local quotes requested

FLJ INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Hard working staff. Get a good understanding of expected schedule."

Ed M on February 2023

FLJ INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Hard working staff. Get a good understanding of expected schedule."

Ed M on February 2023


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Signature Group Architects
5920 Palomar Circle
5.00(
4
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Signature Group Architects
5920 Palomar Circle
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 years of experience

We are a architectural design company that specializes in new custom residential design, residential renovations and additions, medical and business office tenant improvements, and a variety of interior design and spatial planning projects. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Steve W on August 2017

We are a architectural design company that specializes in new custom residential design, residential renovations and additions, medical and business office tenant improvements, and a variety of interior design and spatial planning projects. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Steve W on August 2017


Avatar for Vantage Design Group, Inc.
Vantage Design Group, Inc.
2634 S La Cienega Blvd
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Vantage Design Group, Inc.
2634 S La Cienega Blvd
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Vantage Design Group, Inc. provides exceptional service, they become fully invested in the project, and provide excellent support during construction process. They are amazing, the best architect I have worked with."

Vito F on April 2021

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Vantage Design Group, Inc. provides exceptional service, they become fully invested in the project, and provide excellent support during construction process. They are amazing, the best architect I have worked with."

Vito F on April 2021


Avatar for Comstock & Kaufman Inc.
Comstock & Kaufman Inc.
7668 El Camino Real #104-345
4.33(
6
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Comstock & Kaufman Inc.
7668 El Camino Real #104-345
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
44 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

The Kaufman Collaborative designs unique custom homes and major renovations to enhance our client's quality of life through creative, workable solutions that are beautiful, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. With over 25 award-winning years of experience, we aim to listen intently and weigh each aspect of your project, paying strict attention to your needs and wants. Consequently, we have a strong history of developing long-term relationships and repetitive clientele. From start to finish, we want your project to be a positive experience for you. We are involved in every project throughout construction, and our hands-on approach ensures that your plans are executed according to your plan. Most of all, we want you to be happy with the process and passionate about the outcome. Designing a home is an exciting experience, and in the end we want you to feel that you would rather be home than anywhere in the world.

"I have been working with them for about 3 years now, it took me awhile to finally figure out how much remodel work I could afford. Richard Kaufman has stuck with me through a few troubling contractor problems, my pick not his. Rick has gone to the city and county for me to help straighten out some problems caused by the first contractors incompetance. I am happy with the finished project."

Neill L on January 2011

The Kaufman Collaborative designs unique custom homes and major renovations to enhance our client's quality of life through creative, workable solutions that are beautiful, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. With over 25 award-winning years of experience, we aim to listen intently and weigh each aspect of your project, paying strict attention to your needs and wants. Consequently, we have a strong history of developing long-term relationships and repetitive clientele. From start to finish, we want your project to be a positive experience for you. We are involved in every project throughout construction, and our hands-on approach ensures that your plans are executed according to your plan. Most of all, we want you to be happy with the process and passionate about the outcome. Designing a home is an exciting experience, and in the end we want you to feel that you would rather be home than anywhere in the world.

"I have been working with them for about 3 years now, it took me awhile to finally figure out how much remodel work I could afford. Richard Kaufman has stuck with me through a few troubling contractor problems, my pick not his. Rick has gone to the city and county for me to help straighten out some problems caused by the first contractors incompetance. I am happy with the finished project."

Neill L on January 2011


Avatar for Kendall Architecture
Kendall Architecture
2502 California Avenue
4.50(
1
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Approved Pro
Kendall Architecture
2502 California Avenue
4.50(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

Kendall Architecture is an LA woman-owned company with over 30 years of experience in architecture, planning and green building. Whether you want to build an addition or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or new multifamily housing we have the expertise to realize your dreams while saving money, energy, resources and time. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We give free estimates! We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and producing beautiful and energy efficient homes which meet our clients needs, save them money and protect our planet!

"Prompt, responsive, has great suggestions. Work is excellent."

Richard W on June 2016

Kendall Architecture is an LA woman-owned company with over 30 years of experience in architecture, planning and green building. Whether you want to build an addition or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or new multifamily housing we have the expertise to realize your dreams while saving money, energy, resources and time. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We give free estimates! We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and producing beautiful and energy efficient homes which meet our clients needs, save them money and protect our planet!

"Prompt, responsive, has great suggestions. Work is excellent."

Richard W on June 2016


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Tom Smith Architecture
1115 Coast Village Road
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Tom Smith Architecture
1115 Coast Village Road
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

If you can imagine it we can do it. We are focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction on every project and to each and every customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. As experts in the field, Tom Smith Architecture has over 25 years of experience and is known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction his top priority.

"We have used Tom Smith services directly twice, and indirectly a third time. It was his design that led to buying our home in Montecito. He subsequently designed a beautiful wine room which has given us and our friends & family many wonderful memories. We are currently working with Tom on a kitchen redesign and highly recommend him. John & Susan"

John G on April 2020

If you can imagine it we can do it. We are focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction on every project and to each and every customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. As experts in the field, Tom Smith Architecture has over 25 years of experience and is known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction his top priority.

"We have used Tom Smith services directly twice, and indirectly a third time. It was his design that led to buying our home in Montecito. He subsequently designed a beautiful wine room which has given us and our friends & family many wonderful memories. We are currently working with Tom on a kitchen redesign and highly recommend him. John & Susan"

John G on April 2020


Avatar for Kamar Architectural Studio
Kamar Architectural Studio
930 Colorado Blvd
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Kamar Architectural Studio
930 Colorado Blvd
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from Design to completion of a construction. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to project and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the project.

"Just wanted to say a sincere thank you kamar Architectura design for all the work you have done for us in creating our amazing new space. We love it and were continually impressed by your professionalism, attention to detail, care and the support you provided us during this project. You made the process so easy for us and we are very grateful."

helina Z on March 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from Design to completion of a construction. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to project and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the project.

"Just wanted to say a sincere thank you kamar Architectura design for all the work you have done for us in creating our amazing new space. We love it and were continually impressed by your professionalism, attention to detail, care and the support you provided us during this project. You made the process so easy for us and we are very grateful."

helina Z on March 2025

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Building design services FAQs

Most municipalities require a building permit before you put up a pool house. Rules and fees vary widely depending on where you live and the local regulations in your area. Check with your local building department or general contractor early on in your pool house project, so permit costs and timelines don’t catch you off guard.

If you’re building a custom pool house, you can expect the entire process to take two to three months from the design phase to the end of construction, or even as much as a year for very large or complex pool houses. If you’re installing a prefabricated kit or shed, the process is much faster, averaging one to three days.

A pool house is generally sized between 100 square feet and 800 square feet, which means its dimensions directly reflect its intended functionality. A compact pool house, measuring 100 to 150 square feet, serves as an efficient storage or utility space, while a pool house of 300 square feet or more offers a comfortable room for changing, relaxation, and socializing. The size you choose depends on the intended use and design of your outdoor space, ensuring that the structure meets your lifestyle needs.

The common types of pool houses include guesthouses, standard pool houses, and sheds. A guesthouse is a small lodge adjacent to the primary home that provides overnight accommodations with essential amenities. A standard pool house is built near the pool to offer storage, changing facilities, and a relaxation zone. A shed is a simple structure designed for storing pool equipment and garden tools. Each type serves a distinct purpose and enhances your outdoor living experience.

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