[ OUR PROCESS ]

[ How We Work ]

  • Interior of a DTLA photo studio with a clothing rack, a green sectional sofa, framed black-and-white photographs on the wall, and a concrete floor.

    1. Initial Consultation

    We discuss your vision, budget, and timeline, then provide an estimate.

    Once approved, you'll be onboarded to Buildertrend our project management platform.

  • Top-down view of a modern European house floor plan showing bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, and an outdoor patio with a fire pit.

    2. Plans & Permits

    Our in-house architect drafts the plan sets and manages all city permits, ensuring a smooth approval process and keeping your project on track.

  • Scandinavian bathroom with a freestanding bathtub beneath a large window, flanked by two large mirrors, with cream-colored walls, countertops, and flooring, and modern light fixtures.

    3. Design-Build

    Our Interior Designers refine every detail — materials, finishes, and layout — while ensuring upfront cost transparency, so you know exactly what to expect with no surprises.

  • Two men working inside a house under construction, framed with wooden beams, with an open window and exposed interior walls.

    4. Construction

    With permits approved, we handle every aspect of the build while keeping you informed through Buildertrend with real-time access to:

    Construction Schedule, Daily Logs, Documents, Design Approvals, & Payment Tracking

  • Scandinavian Modern two-story house at dusk with illuminated windows and pathway, surrounded by greenery and shrubs.

    5. Completion & Handover

    After construction, we conduct a final walkthrough to ensure top quality.

    You'll receive project documents, warranty details, and maintenance guides for a seamless handover.

Side-by-side views of a modern home's interior: left side shows a cozy nook with white pillows, a small window, artwork, and a wooden chair; right side displays a spacious bedroom with large windows, a bed with white bedding, nightstands with lamps, and a ceiling light fixture.

[ Frequently Asked Questions ]

  • Yes. We are fully licensed, insured and bonded to perform construction work in the state of California License #1128688.

  • Yes – we have an unprecedented 5-year warranty on all the labor we do.

  • Yes! HWA Construction offers a design-build approach, meaning we handle both the design and construction of your project seamlessly. This ensures efficiency, cost control, and streamlined communication.