1st Choice Design & Development
Pacific Palisades, Malibu, and Topanga coastline

1st Choice Design & Development

Rebuilding What Matters Most.
Your Home, Your Future.

Pacific Palisades rebuild specialists. From insurance coordination to move-in ready delivery — one team, one vision, complete peace of mind.

Why Choose Us

50+

Fire Rebuilds in Progress

Helping families in Altadena & Pacific Palisades rise again.

37+

Years of Trusted Experience

Proven design-build experts since 1989.

100%

Insurance Coordination

We handle claims and paperwork so you don't have to.

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Licensed, Insured & Dedicated

One team bringing your home and future back stronger.

In-progress fire rebuild on an Altadena lot

The Rebuild Partner You've Been Looking For

Fire rebuilds are complex. We eliminate the chaos and give you certainty.

Insurance battles, permits, codes, contractors — the typical rebuild involves coordinating six different teams who don't talk to each other. We bring all of it under one roof.

Single-Source Accountability

One team manages your entire rebuild—from design to move-in. No finger-pointing between contractors, no communication gaps.

Insurance Advocacy

We work directly with adjusters to maximize your claim. Many families receive 20–30% more coverage with our documentation support.

Code & Permit Expertise

Fire rebuilds require updated fire-hardening, seismic compliance, and energy codes. We handle all approvals and inspections.

Deep Local Knowledge

We know Altadena's hillside requirements and the Palisades' coastal regulations. Local expertise means faster approvals.

Premium Craftsmanship

Fire-resistant materials, modern energy systems, and finishes that exceed pre-fire quality. Built to last generations.

Transparent Timeline

Weekly progress updates, clear milestones, and honest communication. You'll always know exactly where your project stands.

Designing the Future

Turning fire loss into architectural opportunity.

Here are six of the architectural directions families have chosen for their rebuilds. Every project starts with a conversation about how you want to live next.

Transitional Traditional architectural rendering

Transitional Traditional

Classic architectural elements softened with clean lines and modern finishes.

Cape Cod architectural rendering

Cape Cod

Classic shingle siding, crisp white trim, and symmetrical lines.

Modern Coastal architectural rendering

Modern Coastal

Open volumes, indoor-outdoor flow, and crisp natural materials.

Mid-Century Modern architectural rendering

Mid-Century Modern

Clean horizontal lines, expansive glass walls, and open layouts.

Craftsman architectural rendering

Craftsman

Natural wood detailing, exposed beams, and warm, layered materials.

Mediterranean architectural rendering

Mediterranean

Smooth stucco walls, terracotta rooflines, and arched details.

From Ashes to Architecture

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