What San Marino homeowners build
Many homes in San Marino date from the 1920s through the 1940s and reflect period-revival styles such as Spanish, Tudor and Colonial. Large lots make additions and outdoor projects practical, and homeowners often want work that fits the original architecture.
- Remodels and additions that blend with period-revival homes
- Custom iron gates, fences and railings with traditional detailing
- Concrete driveways, motor courts, patios and garden walls
- Exterior painting and stucco repair with an eye for architectural accuracy
- Teardown and new custom home construction
Planning and design review
San Marino has its own planning and building process, and projects that affect a home's appearance can involve design review. That review is a meaningful part of the schedule for additions and new homes, so we build time for it into planning from the start.
Detail matters
On larger custom projects, finish carpentry, ironwork, stonework and custom cabinetry carry more weight. Coordinating those trades under one plan helps maintain consistent quality across the house and grounds.
Think about the whole property
On a large lot, think about the whole property, not just the house. Driveways, gates, walls, lighting and drainage should be considered together, even if they are built in phases.
Local resources for San Marino homeowners
Official and community sources worth bookmarking before you plan a project:
- City of San Marino — Planning, building permits and city services.
- The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens — A well-known landmark at the heart of the city.
- San Marino Chamber of Commerce — Local business community.
- Pasadena Heritage — Regional resource on historic architecture.