Space shaped by intention, not excess.
We build environments that breathe. Each line, each surface, each void serves a purpose. This is architecture stripped to its essence.
How we work and what guides our hand.
We transform complex Los Angeles land-use challenges into residences that breathe. From high-density entitlements to custom ADUs, we design for longevity, clarity, and the unique light of Southern California.
Step 01
Feasibility Study
Identifying regulatory constraints to provide a data-driven foundation for your project’s potential.
Step 02
Entitlement
Navigating the discretionary approval process with technical diligence and zoning expertise.
Step 03
Permits
Developing technical drawings designed for building code compliance and agency submission.
Selected projects
Each piece designed with discipline and restraint.
The Sycamore ADU
Residential
Contemporary
ADU
The 234 Infill
Residential
Modern Craftsman
Multifamily
Contour Sanctuary
Residential
Contemporary
Single Family
Questions
What you need to know about how we approach architecture.
How do you handle the entitlement process?
We specialize in LA’s unique land-use laws. We handle the technical heavy lifting—zoning, permits, and clearances
Can you maximize an ADU on a small lot?
Constraints are where we thrive. We use intelligent spatial planning to make small footprints feel expansive and high-functioning.
What's your design philosophy?
We design only what serves the space and those who inhabit it.
Can you work with existing structures?
Renovation requires the same rigor as new construction.
How do you approach sustainability?
Restraint itself is the most sustainable design choice.
What's your typical project budget?
We work across scales, from modest to ambitious.
Ready to design
something true
Let's talk about your space and what it needs to become.
021 Studio Architects
Entitlement-first architecture studio for homeowners and small developers—designed to get approved and built.
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