[designgroupname]

What [designgroupname] does

design group name (trade name "dgn") is a privately held, Los Angeles-based architecture practice founded in 2018 by Benny Arias and Marino Vega-Paez. The firm operates as a process-driven practice delivering architectural design, drafting, design-build, interior design, and permitting/project management services across the greater Los Angeles area. Its service surface spans custom residential design, home remodels and additions, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), commercial tenant improvements, multi-family developments, and — most recently — fire rebuild services targeted at properties damaged by the Eaton Fire. Each engagement is delivered through direct client relationships with property owners and developers, with the firm curating a recurring partner ecosystem of structural engineers (KTW Solutions, Kobe Civil Engineering, BWU Consultants), interior designers (Rebecca Walker Interiors, BaltonDesign, Angela Panozzo), and construction contractors (Projekta Inc, Elcano LA, Petro Galván) to provide multidisciplinary capability without proportional in-house headcount expansion.

The firm relies on standard industry architecture and design software rather than any disclosed proprietary technology platform, and there are no APIs, SDKs, or digital products. Revenue is generated exclusively through one-time, project-based professional services fees that vary by scope, size, and complexity; no recurring contracts, subscription pricing, or publicly disclosed pricing schedules exist. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via website inquiries, contact form, and Instagram, supplemented by referrals and a content-marketing footprint that includes a Resources section covering ADU typologies, the LA plan check process, fire rebuild guidance, and links to LADBS Express Permits and the city's ZIMAS property finder.

The firm has remained founder-owned and bootstrapped since inception, with no disclosed institutional investors, no funding rounds, no M&A activity, and no parent company. Reported headcount sits in the 1-10 range, and the management team consists solely of the two co-founders. Operating status is active, with project documentation spanning 2015-2025 across LA neighborhoods including East Hollywood, Brentwood, Studio City, West Los Angeles, South Pasadena, Mar Vista, Balboa Island, and Huntington Beach.

Name

[designgroupname]

Legal name

design group name

Website

https://designgroupname.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

design group name is a Los Angeles architecture practice founded in 2018 that delivers residential, ADU, commercial tenant improvement, design-build, and fire rebuild services to property owners and developers across the greater LA area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Services

NAICS

Architectural Services (54131), Interior Design Services (54141)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Design Services (BPAHAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Interior Design Services (BPAHAKAB), Design-Build / EPC General Contracting (IMAFAAAD)

Keywords

• Architectural design services
• Residential architecture
• Commercial architecture
• ADU design
• Interior design services

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Architecture and Design Services: Project-based fees for architectural design services including custom residential design, commercial tenant improvements, multi-family developments, ADU design, fire rebuilds, interior design, and permitting/project management services. Revenue is generated through one-time project fees rather than recurring contracts.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

design group name is a process-driven architecture practice that provides architectural design, drafting, design-build, interior design, and permitting/project management services for residential and small-scale commercial clients throughout the greater Los Angeles area. The firm delivers custom residential design, remodels and additions, ADU design, fire-damage reconstruction, commercial tenant improvements, and multi-family developments via project-based engagements.

Product overview

design group name is a process-driven architecture practice providing solutions that balance design and creative pragmatism. Founded in 2018 by Benny Arias and Marino Vega-Paez, the firm operates throughout the greater Los Angeles area offering a comprehensive suite of architectural services. Their portfolio includes ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) design and construction documentation, fire rebuild services for fire-damaged properties, design-build delivery, interior design, permitting and project management, as well as residential and commercial architecture. The firm's project types range from custom residential design and remodels to commercial tenant improvements and multi-family developments, with notable focus on ADUs and fire reconstruction following the Eaton Fire disaster.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ADU Design Accessory Dwelling Unit design services for LA property owners, including planning, permitting, and construction documentation for new ADU construction and garage conversions.
• Fire Rebuild Fire damage reconstruction services for properties affected by fires (notably the Eaton Fire), offering like-for-like rebuilds and full reconstruction that meet County Building & Safety requirements.
• Design-Build Integrated design and construction services providing end-to-end project delivery from concept through completion for residential and commercial clients.
• Interior Design Interior design services for residential and commercial spaces including remodels, updates, and new construction interiors.
• Permitting & Project Management Permit acquisition and project management services including plan check processing, agency clearance coordination, and regulatory compliance for LA projects.
• Residential Architecture Custom residential design services for LA homeowners, including new construction, remodels, additions, and multi-family residential developments throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
• Commercial Architecture Commercial tenant improvements and new commercial construction including office space remodels, retail builds, and multi-tenant commercial developments in greater Los Angeles.

Named customers17 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KTW Solutions, Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerStructural engineering partner providing structural plans and calculations for ADU and residential projects. Collaborated on projects including Kingsley (ADU) and Hi Point (ADU).
• Rebecca Walker InteriorscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInterior design partner for ADU interior design, providing comprehensive design services for Accessory Dwelling Unit projects.
• Petro Galván (@_petergalvan)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction contractor providing construction services for ADU projects including Kingsley project.
• Danilo Marziali / Projekta InccoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDesign lead and project construction partner for commercial and residential projects including Howard Way (20,000 sq ft interior remodel) and Bundy Dr remodel.
• Kobe Civil EngineeringcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerStructural engineering partner for residential projects including Berry interior remodel.
• Angela Panozzo (@angelapanozzo)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInterior designer for Arden residential project, providing interior design services.
• Elcano LA (@elcano_la)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProject construction contractor for Arden residential project.
• Bent Grass (@bent_grass_design)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLandscape design partner for Arden residential project.
• BWU Consultants, Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerStructural engineering partner for Arden residential project.
• H/RDcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSupplemental drafting partner for The Jagger commercial project.
• Joel Daman Osteingold (@joeldamanysteingold)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInterior design partner for 2nd Ave residential project in South Los Angeles.
• Steve Flores (@steveflores_photo)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProfessional photographer for Berry residential project documentation.
• BaltonDesign (@BaltonDesign)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInterior design partner for Berry residential project in Studio City.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Standard Architecture: LA boutique architecture firm focused on custom residential, multi-family, and mixed-use projects. Comparable because of similar size, LA footprint, and concentration on residential architecture and design-build.
• KAA Design: LA-based architecture practice specializing in custom homes, additions, and ADU design. Comparable as a regional peer offering similar LA-focused residential and ADU services with an integrated design philosophy.
• Walker Workshop: Los Angeles architecture studio designing custom residences, commercial spaces, and adaptive reuse. Directly comparable because of geographic overlap, similar custom residential/ADU and commercial-tenant-improvement mix, and comparable boutique scale.
• RIOS: LA-founded interdisciplinary design studio with architecture, interiors, and urban design. Comparable as a broader regional incumbent in the LA architecture scene with overlapping residential and commercial practice.
• Marmol Radziner: LA-based architecture and design-build practice focused on high-end custom residential, commercial, and ADU-adjacent projects. Directly comparable because both firms operate in greater Los Angeles with a process-driven, occupant-centered approach spanning design and construction.
• EYRC Architects: Long-established LA architecture firm with deep expertise in residential, commercial, and adaptive reuse including coastal and HPOZ work. Comparable as a regional peer with overlapping LA permitting expertise and similar occupant-centered design philosophy.
• Brooks + Scarpa: LA/SF architecture practice known for residential, ADU innovation, and affordable housing. Comparable because of overlapping focus on ADU design and California-specific regulatory expertise.
• SPF:architects: Mid-size LA architecture firm with strong residential, multi-family, and commercial portfolio including ADU expertise. Comparable as a fellow LA practice offering architectural design and design-build for residential and commercial clients in overlapping segments.
• Frederick Fisher and Partners: LA architecture firm working across cultural, residential, and commercial projects. Comparable as a regional peer with a similar process-driven, contextual design approach for residential and commercial commissions.

Emerging players

• Coverings.ai / Coverings Architecture: Emerging tech-enabled architecture platform focused on ADU and accessory dwelling unit permitting and design. Comparable as an emerging player targeting the same LA ADU market with a more productized delivery model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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