Carthay Square Kitchen Remodels for Spanish Colonial Homes That Deserve It Done Right

Kitchen Remodeling Questions Homeowners Ask About Kitchen Remodeling in Carthay Square

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Carthay Square in 2026?

Fixed quotes run $58,000 to $160,000 inside the Carthay Square HPOZ. The $58K-$78K band covers a period-correct pull-and-replace inside the existing footprint. $90K-$118K opens the wall to the dining room and adds a peninsula or island. $130K-$160K is a full reconfiguration with custom millwork, antique-reproduction Spanish tile, and a high-end appliance package.

Are you EPA RRP certified for pre-1978 lead-safe work?

Yes. Federal law requires EPA RRP-certified work practices when more than 6 square feet of interior painted surface is disturbed in a pre-1978 home. We're certified. We follow full containment, HEPA vacuum cleanup, wet demo methods, and have a certified renovator on-site throughout the work.

Do you handle Carthay Square HPOZ submittals?

Yes. We pre-meet with HPOZ staff on every project to confirm whether the work qualifies for staff-level approval or needs a board hearing. Staff approvals run 3-5 weeks. Board hearings run 6-10 weeks. We file in parallel with LADBS.

Will you preserve my home's Spanish Colonial Revival character?

It is the core of how we work in Carthay Square. Stained-wood cabinetry, simple raised-panel doors, hex or saltillo tile, period-style pendant lighting, and restored butler's pantries where they survive. We design 2026 kitchens that respect 1925 — not kitchens that imitate it.

Are knob-and-tube and galvanized plumbing common in Carthay Square homes?

Yes. Roughly 50-60% of the 1920s and 1930s homes still have remnants of knob-and-tube wiring or galvanized water lines behind the plaster. We do an open-wall inspection on day one of demo and price the upgrade as a known scope, not a surprise change order.

How long does a Carthay Square kitchen remodel take from contract to keys?

55 days for a period-correct pull-and-replace once LADBS permit and HPOZ approval are in hand. 75 to 95 days for a layout change, butler's pantry restoration, or full custom build with board-level review.

Are you licensed and insured?

CSLB #1105249, EPA RRP certified, general liability and workers' comp on file. Architectural design firm since 2016, CSLB-licensed general contractor since 2023. 200+ Greater LA projects completed.