With experience redesigning homes lost to fires in Southern California, MA/S will continue to support efforts to rebuild the Pacific Palisades and Altadena communities in the wake of the January 2025 fires across Los Angeles.

Whether beginning anew or restoring what was lost, MA/S is offering free initial consultations and ongoing architectural support at reduced rates—or in some cases, pro bono—based on scope and square footage, in solidarity with those affected.

In the coming months, there will be new initiatives from the Mayor’s and Governor’s offices,  structural engineering requirements specific to fire rebuilds, expedited permitting, waived fees, updated code and compliance protocol, navigating insurance deliverables, and the evaluation of individual lot and community foundations for potential reuse.

With our background in fire rebuilds and residential design throughout Malibu, the Palisades, Santa Monica, Venice, and Marina Del Rey, we will remain informed and involved with all City of LA fire rebuild regulations and are here to assist our friends, family, and beloved communities rebuild however we can.