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Whole-Home Transformation

Complete Home Remodeling in Tarzana

One accountable design-build team for whole-home renovations across Tarzana, Encino and the LA area.

A complete home remodel is the most transformative project a homeowner can undertake. Unlike a single-room renovation, a whole-home remodel touches every system and surface: structural framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, drywall, flooring, millwork, and finishes. When done right, it produces a home that is more functional, more energy-efficient, and more valuable than new construction at a comparable square-footage price — because you already own the land and the foundation.

Master in Design has delivered whole-home transformations across Tarzana, Encino, Woodland Hills, Sherman Oaks, and surrounding communities since 2012. We are a licensed general contractor (CSLB #979219) with the in-house capability to manage every trade, phase, and inspection from demolition day through final walkthrough.

What's Included

Interior demolition — Non-structural walls, flooring, cabinetry, fixtures, and finishes removed down to the studs or subfloor where the scope requires. Debris is containerized and hauled same-day or next-day. We protect existing elements with zip-wall containment and floor protection.

Structural work — Wall relocations, beam installations (LVL, steel, or glulam depending on span and load), ceiling height changes, and foundation repairs. All structural changes are engineered and stamped.

Rough-in systems — Plumbing re-pipe (PEX or copper), electrical re-wire with new panel where needed (200A minimum), HVAC ducting redesign and equipment sizing (Manual J load calculation), and insulation (fiberglass batts, blown-in cellulose, or spray foam).

Drywall and finishes — Hang, tape, float, texture, prime, and two-coat paint. Trim carpentry: baseboards, casing, crown molding, wainscoting, and built-in elements.

Flooring — Hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, tile, natural stone, or carpet. We install per manufacturer specification with appropriate underlayment for moisture and sound control.

Kitchen and bathroom installation — Cabinetry set and level, countertop template and install, plumbing fixture trim-out, appliance hookup, tile backsplash and shower surround, glass enclosure.

Final mechanical trim and punch-out — HVAC thermostat and register install, electrical trim, plumbing trim, door hardware, closet systems, and a full punch list walkthrough with the project manager.

Timeline & Budget

A complete home remodel typically takes 3–6 months from demolition to final clean, depending on square footage and scope complexity. We phase the work to maintain at least one functional bathroom and a temporary kitchen setup for as long as possible.

In the San Fernando Valley market, a mid-range whole-home remodel runs roughly $150–$300 per square foot depending on finish level, structural scope, and system upgrades needed. High-end finishes push toward the upper end. A detailed line-item estimate is part of every proposal — no lump-sum numbers with vague allowances that balloon later.

When does a complete remodel make more sense than moving? If you like your location, your lot, your schools, and your neighbors — but your house no longer fits your life — remodeling is often the better financial decision. Selling and re-buying incurs 5–6% agent commissions, closing costs on both sides, and the premium of buying at current market prices. A complete remodel lets you stay in the neighborhood you chose while getting exactly the house you want.

Whole-home remodeling in Tarzana and the greater Los Angeles area. One trusted team handles design, permits, build and finish — so a complete renovation feels like a single project, not a battle between trades.
Whether you bought a fixer in Tarzana, are restoring a Spanish Revival in Sherman Oaks, modernizing a mid-century in Studio City or rebuilding an Encino property top-to-bottom, our design-build process keeps the scope, schedule and budget on one page from kickoff to final walk-through.
Master in Design has been completing whole-home remodels across LA since 2012. CSLB License #979219. Fully bonded and insured. See why homeowners hire us or jump straight to a free consultation.
What it covers

Whole-home & multi-room remodels

Projects that don’t fit neatly into one category — opening up floor plans, refreshing every room on a level, structural repairs, restored vintage homes and full top-to-bottom renovations.

  • Load-bearing wall removal and structural re-engineering
  • Foyer, staircase and circulation-path overhauls
  • Whole-home repaints, refloors and trim refreshes
  • Built-ins, custom millwork and fireplace surrounds
Our process

General remodels usually run alongside one or more focused scopes (kitchen, bath, addition). Typical timeline: 10–16 weeks for a single-floor refresh, 4–7 months for whole-home structural work including permits and inspections.

Recent work

General Remodeling Projects

Recent whole-home, multi-room and structural renovation projects.

Staircase & Stone Wall
Staircase & Stone WallTravertine treads, frameless glass balustrade, brass handrail, black stacked-stone accent wall
Traditional Living Room
Traditional Living RoomRestored stone fireplace, window-seat bench, crown molding and refinished oak entry millwork
Beamed Sitting Room
Beamed Sitting RoomReclaimed ceiling beams, limewashed plaster walls, steel garden doors to a planted courtyard
Coffered Dining Room
Coffered Dining RoomCoffered ceiling, wainscoting, walnut table and credenza beneath brass sputnik chandelier
Family Room Refresh
Family Room RefreshLight oak media wall, painted brick column, wide-plank floors in a sunlit family room
Whole-Home Exterior
Whole-Home ExteriorTwo-story stucco rear elevation with pool, raised spa, second-floor balcony and patio doors
Formal Dining Room
Formal Dining RoomSolid walnut table for eight under a linear brass pendant, opening to kitchen beyond
Spanish Exterior & Garage
Spanish Exterior & GarageStucco facade, clay-tile roof and twin arched walnut garage doors with iron lanterns
What it is

Whole-home renovations

Top-to-bottom renovations where every room is touched — from foundation and structural work through to paint, lighting and built-ins. One project team, one schedule, one accountable contractor for the entire home.

  • Kitchen, baths, living and bedrooms in a single scope
  • Structural work, foundation, roofing, MEP coordinated
  • Single design team across every space for cohesive style
  • One permit package, one schedule, one final inspection
What it covers

Restorations & vintage homes

Mid-century, Spanish-revival and craftsman homes restored with respect for the original architecture — modernizing systems and layouts while preserving character details.

  • Original millwork, plaster and wood-floor restoration
  • System upgrades hidden in original walls (electrical/plumbing/HVAC)
  • Modern kitchens and baths integrated into period homes
  • Permit-ready preservation for designated historic homes
Our process

Whole-home projects run on a master schedule that sequences trades for minimum disruption. Typical timeline: 4–7 months for a single-story whole-home renovation, 6–10 months for two-story or restoration work. We can phase the work so the family stays in the home where possible.

Whole-Home Remodel FAQs

What Tarzana homeowners ask before a full-home renovation.

How long does a whole-home remodel take?
Most full-home remodels run 6–12 months depending on scope, structural changes and permit timing. We give you a phase-by-phase schedule before demolition so milestones are visible.
What does a complete home remodel cost in the LA area?
Whole-home projects start at about $150,000 and run into the $1M+ range for larger Tarzana, Encino and Hidden Hills homes. The biggest cost drivers are square footage, structural changes, and the level of finish.
Can I live in the home during a full remodel?
For phased remodels, yes — we sequence the work so one zone stays usable. For gut renovations involving full systems work, most clients choose a short-term rental for the heavy demo and rough-in phases.
Do you handle architecture and structural engineering?
We have in-house designers and partner with licensed architects and structural engineers when the scope requires it. Drawings, calcs, Title-24 and permit submittals are all coordinated through our team.
What about HOA, hillside or coastal review?
We have completed projects in hillside, HOA-controlled and coastal-overlay zones across the LA area. We manage the review process and adjust drawings to clear approvals before construction starts.
Recent Work

Built. Finished. Loved.

A look at recent kitchen, bathroom, room-addition and whole-home transformations from our Tarzana design-build team.

Ready to start your project?

Tell us about it — no obligation, no pressure. We respond within one business day.

A whole-home remodel from Master in Design is a single contract covering plans, permits, structural engineering, every trade, and finish carpentry — the way design-build was meant to run. Phased schedules let you stay in part of the house when scope allows.

A whole-home remodel from Master in Design is a single contract covering plans, permits, structural engineering, every trade, and finish carpentry — the way design-build was meant to run. Phased schedules let you stay in part of the house when scope allows.

Kitchen detail with full-height oak cabinetry and brushed brass plumbing fixtures, Tarzana CA