kitHAUS

What kitHAUS does

kitHAUS is a Los Angeles-based private LLC, founded in 2005 by designers Tom Sandonato and Martin Wehmann, that designs and delivers modernist pre-fab modular structures. The company produces a portfolio of aluminum-framed modules — k3, k4, k5, k6, k8, and k9 series — ranging from 64 to 491 square feet at base prices between $39k and $184k, with optional bath, kitchenette, and full ADU configurations, plus a catalog of accessories (decks, canopies, HVAC, custom cladding) and a Custom + Commercial line for retail pop-ups, kiosks, and event environments. All modules are built on the licensed M.H.S. (Modular Housing System) patented aluminum construction technology with structural insulated panels (SIP), engineered to ship flat from a Southern California factory and assemble on site in days without heavy equipment, with rated wind, snow, and seismic load tolerances.

The company serves two primary customer segments: residential homeowners seeking backyard studios, home offices, ADUs, and guest rooms; and commercial clients including enterprise brands such as Starbucks, Airbnb, AT&T, Verizon, Westfield Malls, Levi's Dockers, Blackberry, and Activision that use the modules for retail pop-ups, brand activations, and event environments. Revenue is generated through direct one-time sales of prefab modules via a quote-based website channel, with 50% deposit and 50% on delivery terms, optional installation services priced at 15-24% of module cost, and customer financing offered through a partnership with Acorn Finance. Operations are supported by a small 1-10 person team including co-founder/lead Tom Sandonato, co-founder Martin Wehmann, and senior designer Will Zemba, collaborating regularly with external architects and design professionals; the company has no disclosed institutional funding and remains founder-led.

Name

kitHAUS

Legal name

kitHAUS, llc

Website

https://kithaus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

kitHAUS is a Los Angeles-based private company, founded in 2005, that designs and delivers modernist pre-fab aluminum-framed modular structures (64 to 491 sq ft, $39k-$184k) for residential homeowners seeking studios, ADUs, and home offices, and for commercial clients needing retail pop-ups, kiosks, and event environments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Prefab Module Sales: One-time sale of prefab modular units including k2, k3, k4, k5, k6, k8, k9 series. Customers can add accessories, bathroom, kitchenette options. Installation services available at 15-24% of module price. Delivery charges based on location.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

kitHAUS designs, manufactures and delivers pre-fab modular structures built on a patented M.H.S. aluminum framing system. The company sells six module series (k3, k4, k5, k6, k8, k9) ranging from 64 to 491 square feet, with optional bath, kitchenette or full ADU configurations, plus accessories and custom commercial installations. Modules are fabricated at the company's Southern California factory and shipped flat for on-site assembly.

Product overview

kitHAUS designs and delivers modernist pre-fab modular structures that transform open spaces into customizable hubs. The product portfolio consists of the k3, k4, k5, k6, k8, and k9 module series, ranging from 64 square feet to 491 square feet, with base prices from $39k to $184k. Each series offers multiple floor plan configurations with optional bathroom, kitchenette, or full kitchen additions. All modules use the patented M.H.S. aluminum construction system with SIP panel insulation. The Standard Finishes package includes framing, siding, glazing, interior walls, flooring, and LED lighting. Optional Accessories include canopies, decks, custom cladding, HVAC systems, and more. Custom and Commercial applications extend beyond residential to include retail pop-ups, trade show booths, and event environments for commercial clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• k3 Series Smallest kitHAUS module series covering 64-169 sq ft in k2.8 cube, k2.10 cube, k3.8 basic, k3.8 plus with bath and deck, and k3.12 studio with bath and kitchenette configurations. Base pricing starts at $39k. Targeted at homeowners needing compact studios or offices.
• k4 Series Mid-size module series offering 191 to 226 sq ft in k4.10 and k4.12 configurations, with optional full bath and kitchenette. Suitable for home offices, guest rooms and accessory dwelling units. Base pricing starts at $71k.
• k5 Series Larger module series delivering 235 to 264 sq ft in k5.10 and k5.12 configurations, capable of accommodating a full kitchen and/or bath including toilet, sink and shower. Base pricing starts at $92k.
• k6 Series Larger module series delivering 275 to 330 sq ft in k6.10 and k6.12 configurations, with full kitchen and/or bath options including toilet, sink and shower. Base pricing starts at $113k.
• k8 Series Tiny home series offering accessory dwelling units in 13'x34' configurations from 439 to 491 sq ft. Available as basic, with bath, or with bath and full kitchen ADU. Base pricing starts at $147k.
• k9 Series Tiny home series offering accessory dwelling units in 13'x38' configurations from 439 to 491 sq ft. Available as basic, with bath, or with bath and full kitchen ADU. Base pricing starts at $158k.
• Standard Finishes Package Standard finishes and features included with every kitHAUS module: clear anodized or bronze black anodized aluminum framing, corrugated galvalume or cement board siding, SIP panel insulation, dual-glazed windows and doors from Arcadia Custom and Milgard Co., maple plywood or white shiplap interior walls, maple hardwood flooring, and pre-wired LED lighting.
• Module Accessories Optional upgrades sold alongside kitHAUS modules including door and window upgrades, custom cladding and siding, hardwood exterior cladding, front and side canopies, hardwood decks (8' to 16'), sliding louver panels, window shades, plywood finished ceilings, hardwood T&G flooring, ceiling fans, and HVAC mini splits.
• Custom + Commercial Applications Custom commercial and residential builds including pergolas, car ports, fashion kiosks, trade show booths, retail pop-ups and event environments. Serves commercial clients such as Westfield Malls, Starbucks, Airbnb, AT&T, Verizon, Levi's Dockers, Smile Brands Dental Group and others.
• Expert Installation Services Optional professional on-site assembly service available for kitHAUS modules, priced at 15-24% of the module price.

Quantifiable outcome

• Site construction completed in days without heavy equipment
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• M.H.S. (Modular Housing System) / US SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationkitHAUS is licensed to use the M.H.S. modular construction technologies - a proprietary construction method utilizing lightweight aluminum posts and beams with revolutionary locking system.

Scale indicators2 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Boxabl: Manufacturer of factory-built foldable houses including the Casita ADU. Direct competitor in modular ADUs and tiny homes, with comparable flat-pack shipping concept and mass-production ambitions.
• Studio Shed: Design-forward prefab backyard studios, home offices, and ADUs sold direct online. Closest comparable to kitHAUS in product category, target customer (homeowners seeking flexible space), and direct-to-consumer GTM.
• Cover (Cover Technologies): Prefab ADU and backyard structure company offering software-configured modules. Directly competes with kitHAUS in the residential ADU/studio segment with a tech-enabled design and quoting flow.
• Yardline: Backyard structure company offering pre-engineered sheds, studios, and ADUs sold online. Direct competitor in the homeowner backyard structure category with a similar direct-sales GTM.
• Method Homes: Prefab modular home builder producing custom single-family homes and ADUs with sustainable materials. Comparable in modular construction technology and premium positioning.
• Dvele: Design-led prefab smart home manufacturer producing high-end modular residences. Competes with kitHAUS in premium, design-forward modular housing for discerning homeowners.
• Mighty Buildings: Tech-enabled prefab home and ADU producer using 3D printing and panelized construction. Competes with kitHAUS in the modern prefab ADU category with a stronger capital and tech stack.
• Plant Prefab: Sustainable prefab home manufacturer producing custom and pre-designed modular single-family homes and ADUs. Comparable in prefab building systems, residential/custom model split, and California-based operations.
• Avava: Prefab modular home company producing compact, design-forward housing with a focus on backyard density and small-footprint living. Comparable to kitHAUS in scale, design sensibility, and urban infill use cases.

Broad incumbents

• Clayton Homes: Largest US manufactured and modular homebuilder, owned by Berkshire Hathaway. Provides scale context for the broader off-site-built housing market and competes across price tiers that bracket kitHAUS's premium niche.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/kithaus
• Facebookfacebook.com/kithaus
• Instagraminstagram.com/kithaus
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/about

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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