Premier General Contractor in Pasadena
H&A My Design is a licensed, family-owned general contractor in Pasadena, with a completed remodel in the city and more than 20 years of design-build work across Los Angeles County, handling design, permits and construction under one contract. Serving Pasadena and the surrounding areas.
Licensed & bonded California general contractor — CSLB #999603. Showroom at 6723 Variel Avenue, Canoga Park.
Homes And Projects In Pasadena
Pasadena is famous for its Craftsman bungalows, and for good reason: whole neighbourhoods such as Bungalow Heaven are built around them. Alongside them sit Spanish revival homes, mid-century houses along the Arroyo Seco and larger estates toward the foothills.
Craftsman And Period Homes
The best Pasadena remodels keep what makes these houses special while bringing kitchens, bathrooms and systems up to date.
- Kitchen remodels that respect original detailing
- Bathroom remodels
- Rear additions and detached ADUs
- Whole-home renovations
- Exterior restoration
Working Within Historic Districts
Pasadena has many landmark and historic districts. Inside them, exterior changes are reviewed for fit with the neighbourhood, which shapes rooflines, windows and materials.
Matching Original Details
Eaves, window proportions, siding and trim are designed so new work reads as part of the original house.
Modern Inside
Interiors, systems and insulation can be fully modernised without changing the character seen from the street.
Our Services In Pasadena
Every service below is designed, permitted and built by the same licensed team.
ADUs
Detached units, attached builds and garage conversions, designed around what your lot allows.
Home Additions
Room, second-story and master suite additions that sit naturally with the existing house.
Major Remodeling
Kitchens, bathrooms and whole-home renovations, with structure and systems handled properly.
New Construction
Ground-up custom homes, from the first lot survey to final sign-off.
Structural Remodeling
Bearing walls, beams and ceiling raises, engineered and permitted.
Permits For Pasadena Projects
Pasadena is a separate city, so plans are reviewed by the City of Pasadena rather than by Los Angeles. Properties in landmark or historic districts may need design review before a building permit is issued.
What Review Covers
We prepare the drawings, calculations and energy packet to the city’s requirements, allow time for any design review, answer corrections and schedule inspections.
- Zoning and setbacks
- Design review in historic districts
- Structural plan check
- Title 24 energy compliance
- Milestone inspections on site
ADUs In Pasadena
State ADU law sets the baseline, and Pasadena applies its own standards, including in historic districts. As your general contractor in Pasadena we confirm what your lot allows during discovery.
How A Project Runs In Pasadena
The same six stages on every job, adjusted to the local permit route.
Discovery
Site visit, lot survey, zoning and setback check.
Architecture
3D design, floor plans and finish direction.
Engineering
Structural drawings and Title 24 energy packet.
Selections
Permit expediting while you choose finishes.
Construction
In-house crews, inspected at every milestone.
Completion
Final sign-off, punch list and key handover.
Our Projects In And Near Pasadena
A completed Pasadena remodel and recent work nearby in Monterey Park, the Hollywood Hills and North Hollywood.
Why Homeowners In Pasadena Choose Us
What you get when H&A My Design is your general contractor in Pasadena.
One contract, one team
Design, engineering, permits and construction handled together, with one point of contact.
Licensed and bonded
California general contractor, CSLB #999603, fully bonded and insured.
In-house trades
Framing, MEP trades and custom carpentry by our own crews, inspected at every milestone.
Completed work in Pasadena
A finished remodel in the city, with a freestanding tub and walk-in shower among its details.
A showroom to decide in
Cabinetry, stone, tile and fixtures chosen in person at our Canoga Park showroom.
Pasadena Neighbourhoods And Nearby Areas
As a general contractor in Pasadena we work across the city and in the foothill communities around it.
Around Pasadena
Pasadena neighbourhoods and nearby communities include:
- Bungalow Heaven
- The Arroyo Seco neighbourhoods
- Madison Heights and Linda Vista
- Altadena to the north
- South Pasadena and San Marino nearby
Nearby Service Areas
We also build in Glendale, Burbank and across Los Angeles. Every area is on our service areas page.
Planning A Project In Pasadena
Pasadena projects usually balance two goals: a house that works for modern life, and one that still looks like it belongs on its street.
Check The District First
Before design, we confirm whether your address is in a landmark or historic district and what that means for exterior changes. It avoids redesigning after review and keeps the schedule realistic.
Older Systems
Period homes often need wiring, plumbing, insulation and sometimes foundation work alongside the visible remodel. We include those in the scope and price them up front.
Selections Early
Finishes are chosen at our showroom while plans are in review, so construction starts with every decision made.
Start Your Pasadena Project
Book a site visit and we will walk your property, check the district rules and explain how we would work as your general contractor in Pasadena.
General Contractor In Pasadena: Common Questions
Who issues building permits in Pasadena?
Pasadena is a separate city, so permits come from the City of Pasadena rather than Los Angeles. We prepare the plans, manage any design review and handle corrections and inspections.
Can I remodel a Craftsman in a historic district?
Yes. Interior work is usually straightforward; exterior changes are reviewed for fit with the district. We design to the guidelines and allow time for review.
Can I build an ADU in Pasadena?
Many lots can take one. What fits depends on lot size, setbacks, utilities and any district rules, which we check during discovery.
How long does a project take?
Permit review typically takes around six to fourteen weeks. Garage-conversion ADUs typically take three to five months to build, and detached ADUs or major additions five to eight months.
Why hire a design-build general contractor in Pasadena?
A design-build general contractor in Pasadena designs, permits and builds under one contract, so design review, budget and construction are coordinated by the same team.
Have you completed work in Pasadena?
Yes. Our Pasadena remodel, including its bathroom with a freestanding tub and walk-in shower, is in our project gallery.
Can I add an ADU behind a Craftsman bungalow?
Often, yes. A rear-yard ADU can be designed to echo the main house with a similar roof pitch, siding and window proportions, which usually makes design review smoother in historic districts.
What happens to original built-ins and windows?
Where original built-ins, trim or windows can be kept, we protect them during construction. Where they cannot, replacements are designed to match, so the character of the house survives the remodel.
Where is your showroom?
Our showroom and headquarters are at 6723 Variel Avenue, Canoga Park, CA 91303. Visits are by appointment, so call 800-285-3002 before you come.
Which other areas do you cover?
We work throughout Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Westlake Village, Pasadena, Glendale, Culver City, the South Bay, Santa Clarita Valley, Ventura County, Thousand Oaks, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Malibu, Agoura Hills, Simi Valley, Burbank, Granada Hills, Canoga Park, Reseda and the surrounding areas.
Nearby Service Areas
Homeowner Experiences
Hear directly from Southern California clients who trusted H&A My Design with their custom homes, ADUs, and additions.
Walk the finished home — navy kitchen with brass fittings, an open living space and a new double-vanity bathroom.
“We’re extremely happy with the results. Without a shadow of doubt, we’ve already recommended them to other neighbors.”
“Everybody was phenomenal to work with, a pleasure to have. Totally fair and wonderful company and great family.”
“H&A made the entire process transparent. Having one GC manage blueprints, city permits, and the build was night and day.”
“Their Canoga Park showroom made selecting our cabinets, quartz, and fixtures so easy. Finished right on schedule.”
“Converted our garage into a 2-bedroom rental. Flawless craftsmanship and leased immediately after final inspection.”
See the full before and after — the original kitchen, the opened-up living space and the finished bathrooms.
“From 3D plans to final city sign-off, H&A handled everything. No surprise change orders, no stress.”
“Built a modern ADU for my parents. The accessibility and aesthetic details exceeded all our expectations.”
Serving Southern California
Licensed throughout Los Angeles & Ventura Counties. HQ Showroom at 6723 Variel Ave, Canoga Park, CA.
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Design, permits, showroom selections, and master construction—managed by one accountable team.