Whole-Home Remodeling in Los Angeles in Santa Monica
Serving 90401 · 90402 · 90403 · 90404 · 90405 and Venice, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades
When the whole home needs to come together — open up the floor plan, redo the kitchen and baths, add a primary suite, refinish floors, modernize systems — coordination is everything. We do whole-home remodels with a single project manager, a single design vision, and a single construction team. No handoffs between three different contractors. Onn personally runs every full-home project.
Whole-Home Remodeling in Los Angeles specifically for Santa Monica
Every neighborhood has its own architectural character, permit jurisdiction, and finish-level expectations. Here's how we approach whole-home remodeling in los angeles in Santa Monica specifically.
Coastal climate adjustments
Salt air degrades standard hardware and cabinet hinges within a few years. We spec marine-grade or coated hardware for Santa Monica projects — small upcharge, big longevity gain.
Santa Monica permit & code
Santa Monica has its own building department, generally well-organized but slow during peak season. Coastal Commission review can apply for properties west of Lincoln Blvd in some cases.
Tenant-occupied projects
If your property has tenants under rent stabilization, scope and timing have legal implications. We coordinate with your tenants and (when needed) your attorney to keep projects compliant.
What we handle
Discovery & feasibility
Site walkthrough, structural assessment, what's realistic given your home's bones and your budget. We tell you what won't work before you fall in love with it.
Architectural design & permits
Full plans, structural engineering, energy compliance, permit submittals. Multi-room remodels almost always need a permit; we manage the process.
Structural & systems work
Wall removal, beam installation, foundation repair if needed, electrical service upgrade, HVAC, plumbing main runs, roof if relevant.
Kitchens, baths, and finishes
All the remodeling skills we bring to single-room projects, applied at scale. Cabinetry, tile, fixtures, finishes — coordinated across rooms for design consistency.
Project management
Weekly site meetings, milestone-based payment schedule, transparent change-order process. You always know where the project stands.
Pricing in Santa Monica
Typical LA whole-home remodel range. Lower end = cosmetic refresh + kitchen/bath. Higher end = structural redesign, primary suite addition, full systems modernization, and high-end finishes.
City of Santa Monica Building & Safety. Coastal Commission review may apply for properties near the bluffs or west of Lincoln. Plan check typically 4–8 weeks.
Frequently asked
How long does a whole-home remodel take? +
Cosmetic-level projects: 3–4 months. Heavy-structural projects (wall removal, primary suite addition, systems upgrade): 8–14 months. We give you a real timeline up front, not the optimistic one.
Do we need to move out? +
For most full-home remodels — yes, at least for the heaviest construction phase. We'll plan around your tenancy as much as possible, but living through wall removal and re-plumbing is rough on most families.
Do you work in 90402 (north of Montana)? +
Yes. North of Montana has some of the area's highest-end remodels and we've done full-home projects there.
Salt-air resistance — how do you handle it? +
Marine-grade or PVD-coated hardware on visible fixtures, stainless cabinet hinges, and corrosion-resistant fasteners on exterior work. Adds a few percent to material cost.
Whole-Home Remodeling in Los Angeles in other neighborhoods
Live in Santa Monica?
Onn personally reviews every inquiry. Tell us about your project — Onn will be in touch within one business day.