Design-build contractor in Los Angeles & Orange County
Choose a design-build contractor in Los Angeles for designer-led planning, permits, construction, and attentive project management.
- Free, no-obligation consultations
- Design-to-construction project management
- Los Angeles County and Orange County coverage
Our Services
Kitchen Remodeling
Functional, beautiful kitchens built for the way you live.
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Bathroom Remodeling
Spa-inspired bathrooms with lasting materials.
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Full Home Remodeling
Whole-house remodels planned and built as one project, not six.
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Home Additions
Expand your living space with a seamless, code-compliant addition.
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Custom Home Building
Ground-up custom homes built to your vision.
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ADU Construction
Accessory dwelling units designed and built end-to-end.
Learn more →Plan, Design, and Build With One Dedicated Team
Design & Create Builders is a general contractor providing residential design-build services for homeowners who want refined interiors without managing separate designers, trades, and construction management teams. Its designer-led process connects interior design, architectural planning, building permits, material decisions, inspections, and construction through one accountable team.
As a design-build firm, the company emphasizes communication and attention to detail from the free consultation through the final inspection. When licensed architectural design or engineering is required, those needs can be identified during project planning rather than after construction begins.
Why Homeowners Choose Design & Create Builders
Design-Oriented Planning
The team defines how each space should look, feel, and function before major construction decisions are finalized.
One Team From A to Z
Design, permits, construction, inspections, and completion remain coordinated through one central process.
Clear Communication
Practical updates and documented decisions help homeowners understand progress and upcoming choices.
Detail-Focused Execution
Materials, systems, finishes, and craftsmanship are coordinated around the approved design.
Free Estimates
The first conversation addresses scope, priorities, budget range, target timing, and realistic next steps without obligation.
Get a Free ConsultationEveryone on Your Project Works for Us
Design, architecture, project management, and construction all sit under one roof. The people who plan your project are the same people who build it, so nothing gets lost between a separate designer, architect, and contractor.
Interior Designers
Measure your space, draw interior elevations, and guide layout, finish, and fixture selections.
Architects
Prepare the plans for additions, layout changes, and new builds, and the drawings needed for permits.
Project Managers
One dedicated project manager runs your job, coordinates trades and inspections, and sends weekly updates.
Construction Crews
Our own crews handle most of the build, so the work is not passed down a chain of subcontractors.
Recent Projects
Second-Story Addition & Full Home Remodel in Los Angeles
Home Addition & Full Interior Remodel in Westchester, Los Angeles
Home Addition, Remodel & Garage ADU in Westchester, Los Angeles
Historic Victorian Restoration in Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles
Garage Conversion ADU in Pasadena
Primary Bedroom Addition & Remodel in Los Alamitos
What a Well-Managed Project Should Include
Documented controls, not broad promises. Design & Create Builders structures its work around the following practical safeguards:
- Written project scope
- Design and selection review
- Permit coordination
- A dedicated project manager from start to finish
- Weekly check-ins and progress updates during construction
- In-house crews, not a chain of subcontractors
- Trade and material coordination
- Scheduled municipal inspections
- Final walkthrough and punch-list review
- On-time completion, guaranteed
Our Design-Build Process
- 01
Free Consultation
We walk your property and talk through your goals, budget range, and timing to confirm the project is a good fit.
- 02
Scope and Budget
We outline the design direction, construction scope, and budget so you know what the project involves before you commit.
- 03
Proposal and References
You receive a detailed written proposal. Ask us for references or visit one of our completed projects before you sign.
- 04
Design and 3D Renderings
Once you sign, our in-house designers and architects finalize the plans, create 3D renderings, and guide your material selections.
- 05
Permits and Construction
A dedicated project manager coordinates permits, demolition, trades, materials, and inspections, with weekly updates along the way.
- 06
Final Walkthrough
We walk the finished work with you and close out the punch list, on time, guaranteed.
The Design & Create Builders Guarantee
On Time, Guaranteed
Remodels are known for running late. Ours come with a guarantee: we commit to your completion timeline and stand behind it, from demo through the final walkthrough.
Ask About the GuaranteeServing Los Angeles County and Orange County
Design & Create Builders serves homeowners in Los Angeles County and Orange County, call to confirm availability for your property. Local project knowledge matters because permit procedures, inspection scheduling, site access, wildfire considerations, and neighborhood conditions can affect remodels, additions, ADUs, and new construction.
Homeowners outside the core coverage area can call to confirm project availability before scheduling an evaluation.
A Design & Create Builders showroom is also coming soon to the South Bay, where you will be able to see materials and finishes in person.
Client reviews
What Clients Say
“They were very friendly and professional. The workmanship was good and the end result was even better. I cannot recommend them enough!”
“I could not be happier with the results. Their attention to detail is unmatched: every finish, tile layout, and fixture was executed with absolute precision.”
“Their expertise and attention to detail turned our vision into a reality with flawless execution. They delivered beyond expectations, combining innovative design ideas with eco-friendly solutions to create a stunning outdoor space.”
“He explained the project to us in detail and gave a clear breakdown of the cost. His team was efficient and finished earlier than the promised timeline, then cleaned up the area when the job was done.”
“Ron was professional, easy to reach, and kept everything moving. Great quality work, clean jobsite, and the final kitchen looks incredible. Highly recommend.”
“Ron and the team are amazing from start to finish. They updated me and gave me options along the way. If you're looking for a company who is safe and at a good rate, this is the company.”
“The D&C team did a wonderful job and had excellent communication. We were having delays from the county and they fought hard to reduce any more delays. They definitely went above and beyond.”
“After they did an incredible job on our full interior remodel (custom kitchen, hardwood floors, bathrooms), we knew we'd be calling them again.”
“Design and Create Builders helped me and my wife with our kitchen remodel from design to execution. We will definitely do more work with them in the future!”
“Ron and his team did an incredible job on our kitchen remodel. They transformed our outdated space into a beautiful and functional kitchen that we absolutely love.”
“Our project was not the biggest, but we felt supported from beginning to end. It was done on time, no mess, and just as promised.”
“The work was immaculate, with high attention to detail. Service was very professional. Would recommend.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Design-Build Contractor in Los Angeles?
Cost depends on project size, structural complexity, permits, materials, site conditions, and finish selections. A property evaluation and written estimate provide more useful pricing than a broad cost-per-square-foot figure.
What Does the Design-Build Process Include From Planning Through Construction?
A design-build company can coordinate consultation, design development, budgeting, permits, material selections, construction, inspections, and completion. Keeping these stages under one project management structure reduces gaps between design intent and field execution.
How Should I Choose the Right Design-Build Contractor?
Verify the contractor’s license, insurance, relevant portfolio, independent reviews, communication practices, contract terms, and warranty language. Ask for references and, if possible, visit a completed project. The proposed scope should also explain responsibilities, exclusions, payment stages, and the factors affecting the schedule.
Who Handles Local Permits and Inspections?
Design & Create Builders includes permit coordination and inspections within its A-to-Z process. Approval timing remains subject to the reviewing jurisdiction, required corrections, project complexity, and inspection availability.
Free Estimate
Start Your Design-Build Project
Bring your vision, space needs, design priorities, and target timing. Design & Create Builders will help map the path from concept through construction.