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About Apex Design & Associates

Apex Design & Associates is a residential design studio specializing in ground-up construction, home additions, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Junior ADUs, and interior renovations throughout Southern California.

Our mission is to simplify the design and development process by providing clients with a clear, efficient, and well-coordinated experience from initial concept through permitting. We understand that every project is different, which is why our approach begins with understanding our clients' goals and developing practical design solutions tailored to their property, budget, and vision.

What sets Apex Design & Associates apart is our familiarity with the complex building codes, zoning regulations, and permitting requirements throughout Southern California. By combining thoughtful design with practical knowledge of the approval process, we help clients identify opportunities, anticipate potential challenges, and make informed decisions before and throughout their projects.

Ultimately, our goal extends beyond designing spaces. We strive to help our clients maximize the potential of their properties whether that means creating additional living space, increasing property value, generating new opportunities for long-term wealth, or simply creating a home that better supports the way they live.

Meet Peter Patpatian

Peter Patpatian began his real estate career in Los Angeles in 2012, helping clients navigate the path toward homeownership. Over the years, his experience in real estate sparked a deeper interest in the spaces themselves how homes are designed, how they function, and how thoughtful design can transform the way people live. That curiosity ultimately led him into the world of architectural design and development.

Creativity has always been at the center of Peter’s approach. As children, we build without limitations turning Legos, Play-Doh, and even sofa cushions into whatever we can imagine. Peter carried that same creative mindset into his professional career, combining imagination with the technical knowledge and practical experience required to turn ideas into real spaces.

While attending Woodbury University’s graduate architecture program, Peter continued developing the vision that would eventually shape Apex Design & Associates. His education encouraged him to challenge conventional approaches to design, explore new possibilities, and think beyond the drawings themselves. After gaining professional experience in the field, he recognized an opportunity to create a design company centered around something simple: making the design and development process easier for clients to navigate.

Today, as CEO of Apex Design & Associates, Peter brings together his background in real estate, architectural design, and development to provide clients with a more comprehensive experience. His goal is to guide each project from the earliest concept through design, coordination, permitting, and ultimately toward construction giving clients a knowledgeable team they can rely on throughout the process.

What began as a passion for creating has evolved into a career dedicated to helping others transform their ideas into thoughtfully designed spaces.

— Peter Patpatian
CEO, Apex Design & Associates

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Meet Todd Alaghulyan

Todd Alaghulyan brings a strong background in construction management and hands-on industry experience to his role as CFO of Apex Design & Associates. Throughout his career, Todd has been involved in the coordination and management of a variety of construction projects, developing a practical understanding of what it takes to move a project from the design phase into successful construction.

His experience includes coordinating construction teams, managing budgets and project schedules, and helping ensure that each stage of a project progresses efficiently. This background gives Todd a valuable perspective at Apex Design & Associates, allowing him to approach design decisions with an understanding of real-world construction requirements, costs, and execution.

Todd’s organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to coordinate the many moving parts of a project play an important role in the firm’s approach. Working alongside the design team, he helps bridge the gap between creative ideas and practical implementation.

Above all, Todd is committed to providing clients with a straightforward and supportive experience. Whether coordinating project details, addressing construction considerations, or helping navigate challenges along the way, his goal is to help transform each client’s vision from an idea on paper into a successfully realized project.

— Todd Alaghulyan
CFO, Apex Design & Associates

Transforming the real estate design and development process to be more intuitive and streamlined, thus serving the end-client’s purpose effortlessly

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