Santa Monica Remodeling & Design-Build Contractor
Design-Build Remodeling in Santa Monica
Optima Design & Build is a licensed general contractor serving Santa Monica homeowners in North of Montana, Sunset Park, Ocean Park, Wilshire Montana, Mid-City and Pico. We handle the full project in one place: design and 3D renderings, a detailed proposal, city permits, and construction through the final walkthrough.
Santa Monica has everything from 1920s Spanish bungalows to mid-century and modern homes. Most need the same things: a better layout, updated kitchens and baths, and systems that meet today's code, done with care for the home's original character.
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 Santa Monica
Santa Monica runs its own permit and planning process, and it has a few rules you won't find elsewhere. We plan for them from day one.
City permits and plan check
Santa Monica has its own building and planning departments, and plan check can take time. We submit complete, well-prepared plans to keep reviews moving.
Historic and landmark properties
Some homes are designated landmarks or sit in historic districts, where exterior changes need additional review. We check your property's status before design starts.
Coastal Zone
Areas closer to the ocean fall in the Coastal Zone, which can add review for additions and exterior work. We build it into the schedule.
Older homes, hidden conditions
Older homes often have outdated wiring, galvanized plumbing, and lead or asbestos in older materials. We test where needed and price it upfront.
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
Eyal and his team did a great work with our remodeling project. We had 5 areas redone including our ADU, kitchen and 3 bathrooms. They all came out how we expected them to be and within our budget! Eyal was always supportive and responsive. Would definitely recommend!!
Verified Google ReviewSanta Monica Remodeling Questions
Do you handle permits in Santa Monica?
Yes. We prepare the drawings and submit to the City of Santa Monica, including any planning or historic review your project needs. 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 Santa Monica?
In most cases, yes. State law allows ADUs and JADUs on most single-family lots, but setbacks, lot size and any historic designation can affect what fits. We check feasibility on your property before design starts.
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 Santa Monica?
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, Marina del Rey, Brentwood, Culver City and West Los Angeles.