As families grow and Sherman Oaks home values climb, adding onto an existing home often makes more
sense than moving. Whether it’s a primary suite, a larger kitchen, or a full second story, Katz Design
& Builders is a licensed design-build firm (California CSLB #1089060) that designs and builds home
additions across Sherman Oaks — engineered, permitted, and blended seamlessly into your home.
Why Sherman Oaks homeowners choose Katz Design & Builders
- Additions that look original. We match rooflines, materials, and proportions so
the new space looks like it was always there. - We handle Valley conditions. Flat lots and hillside properties call for different
engineering. We plan for both. - Licensed, insured, accountable. CSLB #1089060, fully insured, fixed price, one
project manager. - Design-build under one roof. Design, budget, and construction from one team.
Our Sherman Oaks home addition services
Primary suites & bedroom additions
Add the private space your family needs, engineered and matched to the home.
Kitchen & living expansions
Enlarge and open the spaces where you cook, gather, and entertain.
Second stories
Add a full second story where the lot and design call for it, blended into the existing home.
Whole-home remodels
When the addition is part of a larger project, we coordinate it all as one build.
What to expect: our process
- Consultation & site visit — we assess your home and goals and talk
budget honestly. - Design & fixed proposal — drawings, selections, itemized price and
schedule before construction. - Permits & approvals — handled through the City of Los Angeles.
- Build — one project manager, a clean site, updates to completion.
Sherman Oaks home additions — FAQ
Can you match an addition to my existing home?
Yes — matching rooflines, materials, and proportions so the addition looks original is central
to how we work.
Do I need a permit for a home addition?
Yes — additions require permits and must meet zoning, setback, and building code. We handle it.
How long does an addition take?
Depending on scope, most run several months, plus permit time. You’ll get a realistic schedule up
front.
Get a quote for your Sherman Oaks addition
Tell us what you’re planning and we’ll set up a consultation. Licensed CSLB #1089060, serving Sherman
Oaks and the San Fernando Valley.
Call (213) 444-7636 or request a consultation online.