Full Home Remodel Los Angeles
Luxury whole-house renovations for discerning homeowners — delivering architectural excellence from Malibu to the Hollywood Hills.
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Complete Renovations, Reimagined
D&H Contractors specializes in whole-house renovations that transform outdated Los Angeles properties into modern architectural masterpieces. We prioritize open floor plans that maximize the natural light and stunning vistas unique to Southern California.
A full home remodel is fundamentally different from updating one room at a time — it’s a holistic project designed to create a unified look, feel, and function throughout the entire house. That scale demands a contractor who can hold the whole vision together, and every D&H remodel is personally led by founder Chris Doria, whose structural engineering background keeps the most ambitious reconfigurations sound. From clean-lined modern interiors to high-end materials such as Italian marble, travertine, and sustainable hardwoods, our design-build approach ensures that every detail reflects your lifestyle.
Why Homeowners Choose D&H for Whole-House Remodels
Founder-led, single point of accountability
On a project this large, handoffs are where things break down. Chris Doria personally manages your remodel from the initial vision to the final walkthrough.
Structural confidence
Open floor plans and reconfigured layouts mean removing walls and re-engineering load paths — exactly where our structural background protects you.
Design-build under one roof
Architecture, engineering, material sourcing, permitting, and construction are handled by one team for a cohesive result and a single schedule.
Westside specialists
Deep fluency in the architectural styles and municipal codes of Bel Air, Beverly Hills, the Palisades, Brentwood, and Santa Monica.
Honest project management
Realistic timelines, clear communication, and a team that anticipates the hidden conditions older LA homes reveal once walls come down.
What a Full Home Remodel Includes
A whole-house renovation with D&H typically brings every system and surface up to one standard:
- Open-concept reconfiguration — removing walls and rethinking flow for light and volume
- Kitchen and bathrooms — fully integrated into the whole-home design.
- Systems — updated electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and energy (Title 24) compliance
- Structural — foundation, framing, and seismic improvements where needed
- Finishes — flooring, millwork, lighting, and premium material packages throughout
- Optional expansion — pairing the remodel with an addition
Full Remodel vs. Room-by-Room
Renovating individual rooms over time updates separate spaces; a full-home remodel creates one cohesive story throughout the house. A whole-house approach is usually the better path when your layout no longer fits how you live, when systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) are aging together, or when you want a single unified design rather than a patchwork of eras. If you simply need more square footage, a home addition may be the smarter move — and we’ll tell you honestly which path delivers the most value during your consultation.
Our Six-Step Process
Consultation
Initial discovery and project-vision mapping.
Planning
Conceptual design and material selection.
Review
Structural and architectural engineering.
Permits
avigating LADBS and complex LA building codes.
Demo/Construction
Expert craftsmanship with dedicated project management.
Walkthrough
Final detail checks and project handover.
A comprehensive full-home remodel in Los Angeles generally takes several months to roughly a year, depending on the home’s size, the extent of structural changes and permitting. We finalize selections up front (late changes are the #1 cause of delay), sequence design and permitting in parallel, and build a realistic schedule for your specific home. (Timeline guidance only — no pricing, per your direction.)
Structural Precision
Coastal Expertise
Energy Compliant
Fully Insured
Permits & LA Code Compliance
Permits are a non-negotiable part of home remodel Los Angeles, and on a whole-house project, they’re substantial. Most full remodels require permits from the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) — especially anything involving structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work — while purely cosmetic, like-for-like updates may qualify for faster express permits. D&H handles the entire process, including:
- LADBS plan check, building/electrical/plumbing/mechanical permits, and staged inspections
- Title 24 energy compliance
- HPOZ review in historic districts and hillside approvals for sloped lots
- Coastal Commission coordination for Malibu and Santa Monica
- Local debris-disposal and noise/construction-hour rules
Older LA homes (often pre-1960) frequently reveal hidden conditions once demolition begins — galvanized plumbing, knob-and-tube wiring, or non-code framing. Our experience means we plan for these realities rather than being caught off guard
, keeping your project on track. Building without required permits risks fines, stop-work orders, and resale complications — every D&H remodel is fully permitted and to code.
Recent Work
Remodeling Portfolio
Outdoor Living | Malibu
The Infinite Terrace
Workspace | Pacific Palisades
Architectural Office
Spa Bath | Bel Air
Travertine Sanctuary
Gourmet Kitchen | Brentwood
The Marble Atelier
Los Angeles Service Areas
Expertise in local architectural styles and municipal regulations across LA’s most prestigious enclaves.
Bel Air
Mid-Century Modern Specialists
Beverly Hills
Mediterranean Transformations
Pacific Palisades
Coastal Contemporary Design
Brentwood
Modern Farmhouse Renovation
Santa Monica
Urban Beachfront Estates
Malibu
Coastal luxury renovation
Recent Work
A selection of recent whole-home and signature-space transformations across the Westside — including a complete Bel Air estate reimagining, The Infinite Terrace (outdoor living, Malibu), and The Marble Atelier (gourmet kitchen, Brentwood).
“Their ability to navigate Beverly Hills building codes while maintaining architectural purity is unmatched in the city.””Their ability to navigate Beverly Hills building codes while maintaining architectural purity is unmatched in the city.”
Christine (homeowner)
Windsor Square
“Not only is Chris fantastic – reliable, easy to communicate with, available whenever
you need him – but his crew is equally fantastic. Every one of his crew was
professional, highly skilled and a pleasure to work with. We will definitely go to
Chris for all of our contracting needs going forward.”
Andrew (homeowner)
Larchmont Village
“D&H Contractors helped us create our first home. We completely gutted our 2- bedroom, 1.5 bath fixer, which hadn’t been touched in about 40 years. Then, we added more square footage and an ADU. It was ambitious! We couldn’t love our now 3 bed, 3 bath plus guest house any more. There’s almost nothing you can do in home construction that we didn’t tackle with D&H Contractors. At every step, they were communicative, flexible, imaginative, and capable. They have relationships with subcontractors and suppliers everywhere we needed. Chris was always able to present us with options and clarify in detail the pros and cons of each. We changed our mind completely about a room layout? Ok, let’s get into how to do that. From managing subcontractors to materials input to design choices, D&H Contractors were true
partners in building our house. It’s worth saying also that in home construction, it helps to like the people you’re working with. You’re gonna see them a lot. Chris and his team are the kind of folks you hope for. They have know-how for the jobs, and the ability to talk to you like a person. Sounds more common than it is! We trust Chris completely, and we are so thankful we got to collaborate with him on our home. We’re happy to say that the house needs no work for a while, but D&H Contractors will be our first call when it does.
Patrick W.
(Homeowner)
Client Perspectives
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a full home remodel take in Los Angeles?
Every whole-home remodel Los Angeles is unique, so cost depends on the size of the home, the scope of structural and systems work, and your material selections. Rather than quote a generic figure, we provide a detailed, transparent, fixed-price proposal after an on-site consultation and design review.
How much does a full home remodel cost in Los Angeles?
Yes, we have extensive experience navigating the unique complexities of rebuilding in high-fire-hazard severity zones, particularly in Malibu and the Palisades. We handle everything from the specialized engineering requirements to working with fire departments and insurance carriers to ensure your new home exceeds modern safety standards.
Do I need permits for a whole-home remodel Los Angeles?
Yes, in nearly all cases. Full home remodel los Angeles involving structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work require LADBS permits and inspections; cosmetic, like-for-like updates may qualify for faster express permits. D&H handles all permitting and code compliance.
Do I have to move out during a full home remodel Los Angeles?
Often, yes — for a true whole-house or gut remodel, temporary relocation is usually the safest and fastest option. Partial or phased remodels can sometimes be done while you remain in the home. We’ll advise honestly based on your scope.
What's the difference between a full remodel and renovating a few rooms?
A full home remodel is a holistic project that unifies the look, feel, and function of the entire house, whereas room-by-room renovations update separate spaces over time. A whole-house approach is best when the layout and systems need to change together.
Will my older LA home have hidden issues?
Frequently. Homes built before 1960 often reveal galvanized plumbing, knob-and-tube wiring, or non-code framing once walls are opened. Our experience lets us anticipate and plan for these conditions rather than be derailed by them.
What areas do you serve?
D&H provides luxury whole-house remodeling across the LA Westside, including Bel Air, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Malibu, and the Hollywood Hills.
Start Your Home Transformation
Ready to reimagine your entire home? Share your vision, and our team will respond within 24 hours to schedule an on-site consultation.