How to Make the Most of a Small Lot in West Hollywood
- G Team Member
- Sep 19, 2025
- 2 min read
In West Hollywood, space is premium, and creativity is currency. With many lots under 5,000 square feet, building your dream home here means thinking vertically, cleverly, and sustainably.
At Creation G, we specialize in compact luxury homes that live big—even on tight footprints.
1. Think Vertical, Live Spacious
Small lots mean going up, not out. Our strategies include:
Multi-level layouts with stacked utility cores
Rooftop decks to reclaim outdoor space
Voids, atriums, and double height living areas
A 3-story home can still feel open and flooded with natural light.
2. Walls That Work Harder
When square footage is tight, every wall counts:
Built-in storage integrated into partitions
Sliders and pocket doors instead of swing space
Sound-insulated shared walls (for duplex or infill builds)
Your floorplan must be function-first—without feeling crowded.
3. Let the Light In
Urban infill often means shaded lots and close neighbors. To fix this:
We position windows to pull light from above
Add skylights, light wells, and transom glazing
Use glass stairs or mezzanine cutouts to let light pass between levels
The result? Sun-drenched interiors—even on tight streets.
4. Flex Spaces Are Essential
In West Hollywood, one room should do two jobs:
Guest room ↔ Zoom office
Dining ↔ Library nook
Garage ↔ Gym with glass roll-up
We design for adaptability—not just aesthetics.
5. Zoning Strategy Is Half the Battle
The Small Lot Subdivision Ordinance allows:
Detached homes on multifamily-zoned land
Greater height limits with fire separation
Creative driveway and garage solutions
We navigate LA zoning intricacies to maximize what’s legal and livable.
Build Smart. Live Large.
Small lots in West Hollywood can deliver big lifestyle wins—if they’re designed right.
📞 Got a lot in mind? Let’s make it brilliant or tour our compact luxury builds.
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