Complete home building services
from start to finish
Whether you're rebuilding after a fire, or starting a ground-up home, we handle every step from first drawings to final walkthrough. 75+ projects across LA County.
Permit-ready Otto models optimized for LA zoning and setbacks. Personalize the layout, finishes, and details to fit your lot, and skip months of design and plan-check time.
Work with our designers on a one-of-a-kind home built around your lot, lifestyle, and vision. Architectural drawings and structural engineering are coordinated under one roof, ready for permitting.
Permitting & Approvals
We manage the full process: zoning review, engineering, submissions, and city or LA County approvals. For fire rebuilds, that includes coastal or county exemption filings and insurance coordination.
Our team manages the build directly, so there's one point of accountability and clear updates from foundation to final walkthrough. Delivered on schedule, on budget, and built to last.
Have a specific vision?
We build custom, too.
If a pre-designed model isn't right for your lot, we can apply our proven system to a fully custom design.
Whether you have existing drawings or need a bespoke design, we adapt our process to you.
You get the same cohesive team, clear pricing, and reliable build quality—tailored to your unique vision.
Already have approved plans?
If your home is already designed and permitted, we take over at the build phase with a builder's design review, finish selection, and our proven construction process. Same accountability, same team, from permit to final walkthrough.
Frequently asked questions
What parts of an Otto pre-designed plan can I tailor?
We offer plenty of architect-vetted finishes & fixtures to choose from, as well as opportunities to modify key areas like bathrooms and built-in closets.
What fire resistant features are in Otto's pre-designed plans?
We only use unvented roofs, Class A fire rated exterior assemblies and materials, and metal-clad windows and doors with tempered glass. See more features on each project page!
How long does like-for-like permitting take in Altadena?
In our experience, typical like-for-like fire rebuilds in Altadena take approximately 4-6 weeks.
How long does construction take?
Depending on the size of project, construction can take 8 to 14 months. Our construction process consists of 15 phases, each requiring their own level of trade expertise and city sign-offs. In the event that we encounter delays or changes to the scope of work, we'll keep you posted on how that will impact the overall project timeline.