Thoughtful design. Expert execution.

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We are a true design-build partnership — a fully integrated team combining design, construction, and a shared passion for building homes that matter. Where many firms outsource key parts of the process, we’ve built our practice from the ground up through 5 years of collaboration, delivering every project under one roof, with one aligned team.

Our approach is grounded in clarity, quality, and care. From first ideas to final details, we guide our clients through a seamless and transparent journey — translating vision into reality with precision and integrity.

By keeping design and construction fully connected, we eliminate confusion, reduce delays, and stay focused on what matters most: building well-crafted homes that reflect the people who live in them.

Our
Services

  • Free Site Visit & Consultation icon

    Free Site Visit & Consultation

    We meet at your property to understand your goals, walk the site, and discuss potential — no obligation, just a clear conversation.

  • Site Planning & Feasibility icon

    Site Planning & Feasibility

    We assess site conditions, zoning, setbacks, and infrastructure to shape smart, buildable strategies from the very beginning.

  • Concept Design & Preliminary Budget icon

    Concept Design & Preliminary Budget

    We develop early design concepts aligned with your budget, helping you visualize your future home and make confident decisions.

  • Permit Drawings & Approvals icon

    Permit Drawings & Approvals

    We produce detailed, code-compliant drawings and manage the permitting process — coordinating with city officials so you don’t have to.

  • Construction Schedule & Final Estimate

    With permits in place, we finalize your budget and timeline, ensuring clarity on scope, materials, and schedule before we build.

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    Groundbreaking & Build

    Our team handles every aspect of construction with care and communication, keeping your project on track and beautifully executed.

  • Completion & Handover Icon

    Completion & Handover

    Once complete, we walk the home with you to ensure everything meets expectations — and only then do we hand over the keys.

  • Custom Millwork & Fixtures Icon

    Custom Millwork & Fixtures

    From kitchens to built-ins, we design and fabricate custom elements that bring character, function, and beauty to your space.

Our
Projects

  • Oranssi project: studio shed

    MUSEUM SANTA MONICA

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  • Pasadena Expansion

    PASADENA HOME EXPANSION

  • Hollywood Hills Pool House

    POOL HOUSE

  • Oranssi project: wraparound deck

    WRAPAROUND DECK

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  • Oranssi project: slat roof

    SLAT ROOF

Our Process, Our Principles

  • Mutual Trust, Built In

    Trust isn’t a buzzword — it’s the foundation we build on. We earn it by being present, responsive, and consistent. Our clients trust us not only with their homes, but with their time, their budgets, and their vision. We show up with determination, lead with clarity, and treat every project as a long-term relationship.

  • Design-Driven Thinking

    Our process fosters collaboration between designers and builders from the start, ensuring clarity, efficiency, and quality. By merging design intent with construction expertise, we make informed decisions early, address challenges proactively, and achieve results that reflect vision and precision.

  • Built on Precision

    Great design needs great execution. We apply high standards throughout the build, ensuring materials meet, align and perform as intended. From reveals to custom transitions, we focus on the details because it’s the small things that make a home exceptional.

  • Experience That Delivers

    With over a decade of experience in residential and commercial construction, we’ve developed an understanding of how to manage projects with care and precision. From early design coordination to the realities of the job site, we approach every phase with foresight and attention to detail. Our work reflects a commitment to high standards and a process shaped by years of hands-on practice.

One Process, Fully Integrated

We believe in integration over handoffs. Our design-build process brings design and construction under one roof, reducing delays, miscommunication, and cost surprises. Unlike the traditional model — where architects and contractors work in silos — our unified team ensures a smoother, more efficient path from concept to completion.

Design-Build Project Delivery

Owner manages only one contract with a single point of responsibility. Designer and contractor are on the same team, providing unified recommendations, not excuses

Traditional Project Delivery

Owner must manage two separate contracts. Owner becomes middleman, settling disputes between the designer and the contractor. Designer and contractor can easily blame one another for cost overruns and other problems

Ready to Build Your Vision?

Every home starts with an idea — a need, a feeling, a vision of how life could be. Whether you're starting fresh, rebuilding, or expanding, we're here to help you bring it to life with clarity, craftsmanship, and care.

Our
Team

  • Oranssi project manager Jaya Dixon

    GALILEO MORANDI

    Founder, International Assoc. AIA

  • Oranssi general contractor Reese Platt

    ELI SPEAR

    Founder, General Contractor

What Our Clients Say

  • “From the very first meeting, we felt taken care of. Every step was clear, every detail considered. The team was always a step ahead.”

    Erica L. – Highland Park

  • “The quality of the work speaks for itself. Every line, every joint, every decision reflects intention and care.”

    Daniel K. – Santa Monica

  • “They listened to what we wanted — and delivered something even better. It felt like a true partnership from start to finish.”

    Marcus R. – Culver City

  • “We never felt lost in the process. They communicated clearly, stayed on budget, and treated our home like it was their own.”

    Sofia M. – Silver Lake

  • “Having design and construction under one roof made everything easier. Questions were answered quickly, and decisions felt aligned from day one.”

    Tina & Luis G. – Pasadena