A Closer Look at AB 1287: How California’s Updated Density Bonus Expands Housing Potential in Los Angeles (2025 Guide)
In a city where every square foot matters, AB 1287 is one of the most meaningful updates to California’s housing legislation in years. Signed on October 11, 2023, the amendment enhances the State Density Bonus Law by introducing a second, “stackable” bonus that opens the door for more mixed-income housing across Los Angeles. With LA […]
Understanding ED1: Fast-Tracking Affordable Housing in Los Angeles
At Bittoni Architects, we’re passionate about designing thoughtful and impactful housing for Los Angeles. The city’s housing crisis is complicated, but there are meaningful initiatives helping move projects forward. One of the most important is Executive Directive No. 1 (ED1) — a directive that accelerates approvals for 100% affordable housing and
Lessons Learned from the Palisades: Rebuilding with Light, Landscape, and Connection
Rebuilding with Purpose Across the Pacific Palisades, homeowners rebuilding after loss are finding new ways to reconnect with place — embracing design that is both resilient and restorative. Our Bienvenida Residence embodies that shift: a home not defined by what was lost, but by what could be reimagined. When our clients approached us, their vision [&hell
CHIP Ordinance Los Angeles: New Housing Incentives Explained
Effective February 2025, the Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) expands housing potential across Los Angeles. At Bittoni Architects, we believe architecture can play a key role in building a more equitable and vibrant Los Angeles. The recently adopted CHIP Ordinance Los Angeles, which took effect in February 2025, is a major step in that direction. [&
The 20-Minute City: A Vision for the Future of Los Angeles
The 20-Minute City: A Vision for the Future of Los Angeles You might have heard a buzzword floating around lately—the 20-minute city. It’s a new urban planning concept that’s been gaining traction in cities around the world, and it’s starting to make waves here in Los Angeles, too. The basic idea is simple: design neighborhoods […]
From Dream to Reality: Building a Modern Home in Los Angeles with Bittoni Architects
Los Angeles, the City of Angels, beckons with the promise of sunshine, vibrant culture, and a home that reflects your unique style. But the path from initial inspiration to celebratory housewarming can feel overwhelming. Fear not! At Bittoni Architects, we guide our clients through every step of building a modern masterpiece in the City of […]
Unlocking Your Indoor-Outdoor Lifestyle
Los Angeles, the City of Angels, boasts more than just sunshine and celebrity. Angelenos have a deep appreciation for bringing the outdoors in, fostering a unique connection between their homes and the vibrant California landscape. This desire for seamless indoor-outdoor living has become a hallmark of Los Angeles architecture, a legacy pioneered by mid-cent