Yes, We Review Architectural Plans—And Here's Why You Should Let Us

Lately, we've been getting a lot of inquiries that sound something like this:

“Can you take a look at our architectural plans before we finalize them?”“We’re working with an architect, but we’d love your take before we commit.”“Is this layout really going to feel right once we live in it?”

And our answer is: YES.Yes, we review plans. Yes, we bring a designer’s eye to the process. And yes, it often saves clients time, money, and frustration down the line.

Why Get a Second Set of Eyes on Your Plans?

Architects and builders are essential—but they don’t always design with lifestyle, flow, comfort, or real-life function in mind. That’s where we come in.

As interior designers, we look at plans differently. We think about how you’ll live in the space, not just how it will look on paper. Our years of experience reviewing architectural layouts on every style imaginable in the Southern California area (and beyond) helps us do the following:

• Improve flow between key spaces (like kitchen, living, and dining)

• Rework bedroom and bathroom layouts for better privacy or function

• Add thoughtful touches that improve comfort and usability

• Spot awkward transitions before they’re built

• Align design decisions with how the space will actually be lived in

Introducing: The 120-Minute Edit

A Fast, High-Impact Design Consultation for Plan Reviews

We’ve designed a simple but powerful offering for exactly this purpose: Our 120-Minute Edit is a one-time consultation where we sit down with you (ideally in person), review your plans, and walk through ideas, adjustments, and design recommendations—all in real time. By the end of the session, you’ll have clarity, direction, and likely a few game-changing suggestions to bring to your team.

Ideal for Clients Who Are:

• Building or renovating in Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena, and surrounding areas

• Working with an architect or design/build team, but want a second opinion

• Unsure if their plans are really right—flow, comfort, layout, or all of the above

• Feeling overwhelmed by decisions and looking for clarity

How to Book

We keep these sessions focused and efficient. Next best step is to fill out our Design Questionnaire and we can go from there.

And if you know someone who's in the thick of a renovation? Forward this post their way. We’d love to help them feel more confident, informed, and excited about their plans.

Final Thoughts

Once the walls go up, it’s much harder (and more expensive) to make changes. Let’s catch the tweaks now—so you can enjoy your space for years to come.

Yes, we review plans. And yes—you’ll be glad you asked.