Marina del Rey Remodeling & Design-Build Contractor
Remodeling Contractor in Marina del Rey
Optima Design & Build is a local, licensed general contractor based minutes away in Westchester. We serve homeowners and condo owners across Marina del Rey, the Marina Peninsula, Silver Strand, Oxford Triangle and Del Rey. We handle the full project in one place: design and 3D renderings, a detailed proposal, permits, and construction through the final walkthrough.
Many projects here are condo and townhome remodels, where building rules, HOA approval and working around neighbors matter as much as the design. We also remodel single-family homes nearby, from kitchens and bathrooms to ADUs and additions.
What We Build
One team, one contract and one point of accountability, from the first sketch to the last fixture.
Kitchen Remodeling
Open layouts, custom and semi-custom cabinets, islands, and load-bearing wall removal done right.
Kitchen remodeling →Bathroom Remodeling
Primary suites, guest baths, curbless showers and steam showers, built with proper waterproofing.
Bathroom remodeling →ADUs
Detached ADUs, garage conversions and JADUs, from feasibility and design through permits and build.
ADUs →Home Additions
Room additions and second-story additions designed to fit local zoning and the look of your home.
Home additions →Whole-Home Remodels
Full interior renovations with design, budget and construction managed by one team.
Design & build →Free Consultation
Meet on-site, talk through ideas, and get a ballpark range before you commit to anything.
Book a visit →What to Know Before You Remodel in Marina del Rey
A Marina del Rey address can fall under the City of Los Angeles or unincorporated Los Angeles County. Knowing which one, and what your HOA requires, is the first step.
City or County?
The marina itself is unincorporated LA County, while nearby areas like the Marina Peninsula, Silver Strand and Del Rey are in the City of Los Angeles. Permits go to LA County or LADBS accordingly. We confirm jurisdiction first.
Condo and HOA approvals
Most condo buildings require HOA approval, proof of insurance and set work hours before a remodel starts. We prepare the paperwork, protect common areas and keep noise and debris under control.
Coastal Zone
Marina del Rey and the surrounding streets are in the California Coastal Zone. Interior remodels rarely need coastal review, but additions, ADUs and exterior changes may. We check this at the start.
Moisture and salt air
Homes near the water see more humidity and salt air. We use moisture-resistant materials, proper ventilation and careful waterproofing so kitchens and bathrooms last.
Your Project, Step by Step
Consultation
We meet at your home, walk the space and hear your goals.
Design & 3D
Layouts and 3D renderings with a ballpark estimate.
Proposal
A detailed proposal, with financing options available.
Selections & Permits
Finish selections, final renderings and city permits.
Build
Construction managed by one team, to the final walkthrough.
What Our Clients Say
He is an involved project manager, who communicates clearly what will be done, responds swiftly to texted questions or comments, and checks up with a walk through at the end of the project on whether we are satisfied. If there are little things to fix, he gets someone on it promptly. His workers do excellent work. We will probably do another project with him in the not too distant future.
Verified Google ReviewMarina del Rey Remodeling Questions
Do you handle permits in Marina del Rey?
Yes. We confirm whether your property is in unincorporated LA County or the City of Los Angeles, prepare the drawings, and submit to the right department. For condos, we also prepare the HOA approval package. We manage the process through final inspection.
How long does a kitchen or bathroom remodel take?
Construction for most bathrooms takes about 3 to 8 weeks and most kitchens about 5 to 10 weeks, depending on scope. Design and permits come before that. We give you a project timeline with the proposal.
Can I build an ADU in Marina del Rey?
If you own a single-family home or a duplex lot, in most cases yes. State law allows ADUs and JADUs on most residential lots, though Coastal Zone rules, setbacks and parking can affect what fits. Condo owners usually cannot add an ADU, but we can help make the most of the space you have.
How much will my remodel cost?
It depends on size, layout changes and finishes. After the on-site consultation and 3D design, we give you a ballpark range, and then a detailed proposal so you know the cost before work begins.
Planning a Remodel in Marina del Rey?
Book a free on-site consultation. We'll walk the space with you, share ideas, and give you a clear picture of cost and timeline.
We also serve nearby Venice, Mar Vista, Playa del Rey, Culver City and Santa Monica.