Nestled between the Santa Monica Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Malibu offers some of the most coveted real estate in Southern California. With its temperate climate, scenic beaches, and natural beauty, it’s no wonder people flock here to build their dream homes.

If you already own property in Malibu, you may be considering a home addition to expand your space. Adding a room, wing, or even a second story can transform your home without the hassle of moving. Our team at Surfside Builders Group has over 15 years of experience with home additions and custom home building in Malibu. We understand the unique building codes and requirements here, and have established positive working relationships with local zoning officials.

No matter what type of addition you have in mind, we can bring your vision to life while preserving the style and character of your existing home. We handle everything from initial concepts and permitting to final finishes and landscaping. Our collaborative approach keeps projects on time and on budget, while our attention to detail ensures your satisfaction.

Benefits of Home Additions in Malibu. Adding square footage allows you to expand your living space without the costs and disruptions of moving. It also enables you to customize features perfect for your lifestyle, from home offices, gyms and wine cellars to bedroom suites, nurseries and hobby rooms. Upgrading aging areas to match current tastes can also increase comfort in your daily routines.

Home additions present the opportunity to boost your property value. Malibu real estate consistently ranks among the most valuable in California. Investing in an addition that seamlessly blends with your existing architecture can yield an excellent return when it comes time to sell.

Our tailor-made approach considers how to complement both neighborhood aesthetics and your personal needs. We help you determine the best options for your goals, timeline and budget.

Design Services. Our team of architects and designers specialize in coastal California architecture including Spanish, Mediterranean, Craftsman and contemporary styles. They can refresh home additions to seamlessly integrate old with new, or conceive bold statements that become the new focal points of your home. Their keen understanding of Malibu’s microclimates, terrain and views enable creating additions that harmonize with the natural setting.

We collaborate with you to define the purpose, size and layout of your addition early in the process. Digital modeling and renderings allow virtual walkthroughs so you can visualize how we’ll transform your spaces. As concepts progress into building plans, we consider sun angles, airflow, usable square footage and furniture layouts among many factors that distinguish well-designed additions.

Getting project approvals for home additions in Malibu can be complex, but our permitting experts streamline this process. We ensure proposals align with county planning and zoning regulations before submitting applications. Our longstanding relationships facilitate obtaining permits to keep your project on schedule.

Construction Services. Our construction team brings decades of experience building and renovating high-end custom homes in Malibu and surrounding coastal communities. As a design/build firm, we self-perform much of the construction work to exercise greater quality control while containing costs.

We take extra precautions in building additions to limit disruption to normal household activities as much as feasible. Containing noise, dust and debris makes the process easier for our clients. We sequence interior and exterior work efficiently so you can resume enjoying new spaces sooner.

Our additions incorporate the latest building science for energy efficiency, durability and resilience. Enhanced insulation, weatherproofing and mechanical systems reduce heating/cooling costs while sustaining comfortable temperatures. We also design fire-resistant exteriors and access routes that comply with Malibu’s stringent fire codes.

Home Additions We Offer. Living Room Additions Great Rooms: Open floor plans continue gaining popularity, and great rooms exemplify this concept. By removing walls between existing kitchens, dining and sitting areas, we create spacious informal gathering places perfect for modern lifestyles. Tall windows and doors invite refreshing ocean breezes while increasing natural daylight. Warm, textured finishes like wood accent walls and tile floors promote cozy aesthetics.

Sunrooms: Also called solariums or conservatories, sunrooms add light-filled spaces bathed in warmth. Glass walls and ceilings usher garden views indoors to appreciate nature year-round. They also provide pleasant reading nooks away from TVs and devices when you want to curl up quietly. Encasing sunrooms with glass helps prevent heat gain in warmer months while trapping heat from the low winter sun.

Kitchen & Dining Additions: As hosts know, kitchens and dining areas tend to become full-home gathering spaces during parties. Expanding these rooms accommodates more guests while sustaining intimate settings for everyday meals. Enlarging kitchen islands provides more seating and prep space. Connecting kitchens to outdoor living areas via large sliding doors also essentially expands entertaining space during nice weather.

We design kitchens around how you cook, dine and mingle. Appliance garages, beverage centers, built-in banquettes and custom cabinetry organize chef domains without cramping mingling areas. Flexible lighting schemes set moods for everything from romantic dinners to Super Bowl Sunday.

Bedroom & Bath Additions Master Suites: Few rooms impact daily living more than owner bedroom suites. Well-designed masters feel like personal sanctuaries away from home’s busyness. Oversized bedrooms give you room to spread out, while spacious bathroom contain separate sinks, showers, soaking tubs and custom storage. Walk-in closets keep clothes neatly organized. Private decks, patios or balconies also annex outdoor lounging zones.

We configure every aspect of master suites around individual needs and preferences. His &hers bathrooms and closets end morning routines competing for mirrors and space. Tech-friendly designs incorporate charging stations, 4K TV capacity and dimmable lighting. Other wellness features like yoga alcoves bring healthy habits within reach.

Guest Suites: On-site guest suites eliminate imposing on other family members’ rooms when hosting visitors. Self-contained in-law suites also offer comfortable independent living for aging parents. Well-appointed suites feel homey with mini-kitchens, plush beds and fold-out sofas. Separate exterior access enables coming and going freely. The privacy keeps both parties happier.

Home Offices: With remote and hybrid work policies gaining adoption, dedicated home offices help maintain workplace productivity. Simple built-ins like desks, shelving and cabinets declutter working areas from living spaces. Abundant power outlets eliminate scrambling for plugs. Quality lighting replaces straining eyes. For collaborative sessions, craft larger offices with small meeting areas. Setting offices apart from central living zones also reduces ambient noise intrusions compared to makeshift dining table offices.

How to Get Started. We approach every home addition uniquely based on clients’ needs, property attributes and budgets. An initial consultation allows getting to know you better while inspecting your home’s framework, design themes and surroundings. This helps envision design possibilities you may not have considered. We also discuss project scopes, schedules and investment ranges to align expectations upfront.

Whether conceived simply or grandly, home additions require balancing numerous technical, aesthetic and utilitarian demands. Our holistic perspectives ensure additions not only meet needs, but also enhance enjoyment of your whole home. Contact us today to get started creating the Malibu home addition you’ve always envisioned.