With in-house designers, experienced builders, and dedicated project support from concept through completion.
Lars Remodeling & Design has been a trusted name in San Diego for nearly 40 years, rooted in family values, craftsmanship, and trust. What started as Lars Construction has grown into an award-winning, full-service design-build firm. Today, our in-house team of architects, designers, and builders continues that legacy, crafting spaces that reflect your lifestyle and stand the test of time.
We’re more than remodeling contractors in San Diego; we’re your partners in the remodeling journey. With clear communication, expert guidance, and a focus on client experience, we build relationships as strong as the homes we create.
Every project we take on is backed by our written On-Time Guarantee. One integrated team manages design, permitting, and construction so your San Diego remodel runs smoothly from first consultation to final walkthrough.
Written On-Time Guarantee
Built into the process, not promised after the fact.
94%
On-Budget Track Record
Planning, pricing, and scope control under one roof.
35+
Years Serving San Diego
A local team that understands homes, permits, and expectations here.
1,200+
Projects Completed
A repeatable design-build system refined across decades.
We bring decades of experience to every project. We combine personalized service, thoughtful design, and expert craftsmanship to deliver remodels that feel uniquely yours. Whether you’re updating a kitchen, reimagining a bathroom, or transforming your entire home, our team ensures a seamless experience from start to finish with your comfort and vision at the center of it all.
Project Scope Map
The right remodeling firm for your San Diego project depends on scope, budget, and how much coordination you want to manage yourself.
Not sure which San Diego home remodeling service is the right fit? Here is a quick guide to finding the right scope before you call a contractor:
Follow the redline to find your project fit
For whole-home or large-scale remodels: A design-build firm handles architecture, engineering, and construction under one contract. You get one team, one timeline, and one point of accountability.
For single-room remodels: A specialty remodeler can be the right call if the scope is limited to one kitchen or bathroom and you do not need architectural services.
Lars has held a CSLB license for 35 years. Every project is led by a Lars project manager from design through construction close-out.
Remodeling one room vs. your whole home: If a single space - a kitchen, bathroom, or living room - is the source of frustration, a targeted room remodel delivers the most impact per dollar in the San Diego market. If the layout, flow, or overall condition of the home feels off throughout, a whole-house remodel in San Diego addresses everything at once under a single coordinated plan.
Adding space vs. reconfiguring what you have: If your family has outgrown the home and the lot allows for it, a room addition or second-story addition can expand your square footage without requiring a move - a smart option in San Diego where inventory is tight and moving costs are high. If the square footage is already there but the floor plan is not working, a remodel - not an addition - is usually the more efficient path.
When an ADU makes more sense than an addition: If your goal is a fully independent living space - for rental income, a caregiver, or an adult child - a San Diego ADU gives you a separate structure with its own entrance and, in many cases, its own utilities. An in-law suite addition is connected to the main home; an ADU stands on its own. Not sure which fits your situation? Contact our design-build team and we will help you sort it out.
A clear next step
Contact Lars for a free consultation. Our San Diego home remodeling contractors have helped homeowners plan the right scope for over 35 years.
San Diego trusted ADU builders since 1991. We design and build fully permitted accessory dwelling units – detached, attached, or garage conversion – start to finish under one design-build team.
Whether you are building from the ground up or transforming an existing property into something entirely custom, our San Diego custom home builders handle design, permits, and construction under one roof.
Reimagine your entire San Diego home – kitchen to primary suite – with our whole house remodeling team. Single design-build plan, written on-time guarantee.
Add the space your San Diego family needs – a second story, a master suite, or an in-law accommodation. Our home addition contractors expand your square footage without the cost or disruption of moving.
Transform your San Diego kitchen with a design-build team that handles layout, cabinetry, and finishes under one roof – no coordinating between separate designers and contractors, just a seamless kitchen remodeling experience.
From spa-inspired primary suites to aging-in-place upgrades, our San Diego bathroom remodeling contractors design and build spaces that balance beauty, function, and lasting quality.
San Diego year-round weather deserves a backyard to match. From outdoor kitchens to covered patios, our home remodeling contractors bring indoor quality to your outdoor spaces.
One team. One contract. One streamlined process. Lars is San Diego design-build remodeling firm – eliminating the gap between design vision and construction reality since 1991.
From coastal neighborhoods to inland communities, Lars Remodeling & Design brings one coordinated design-build team to homes throughout San Diego County.
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