IEE Designs: ADU and Landscape Design & Build Services in San Diego County
IEE Designs is a San Diego County-based design and build firm offering a range of services that includes accessory dwelling unit (ADU) construction alongside comprehensive exterior landscape design. Founded in 1998, the company serves residential clients across North San Diego County, with a focus on quality craftsmanship, sustainability, and attention to detail.
As an ADU contractor and accessory dwelling unit builder, IEE Designs handles projects from initial concept through to completion. Their ADU services are designed to help homeowners expand their usable living space, whether for rental income, guest accommodations, or multi-generational living arrangements.
ADU Design and Build Services
IEE Designs approaches each ADU project with a focus on local compliance and custom design. As a detached ADU builder and granny flat builder operating in San Diego County, they are familiar with the local zoning laws, permitting requirements, and regulations that govern ADU construction in the region. Their process includes managing:
- Lot size and zoning requirements
- Maximum square footage and setback rules
- Parking exemptions and height restrictions
Their ADU floor plans are available in several architectural styles, including Spanish, Modern, and Traditional. Each plan comes with 3D renderings to help clients visualize the finished space before construction begins. Floor plans can be customized to suit individual property layouts and lifestyle needs.
Pricing for ADU projects covers design and permitting, construction from foundation to finishes, and optional sustainability features such as energy-efficient appliances, solar panels, and water-conscious landscaping. IEE Designs positions itself as a turnkey ADU builder, managing the full scope of the project on behalf of the homeowner.
Their completed ADU projects across San Diego County have been used for a variety of purposes, including rental units, guest houses, and family living arrangements. As a Casita and in-law suite builder, they aim to deliver functional spaces that also contribute to overall property value.
Exterior Landscape and Additional Services
Beyond ADU construction, IEE Designs offers a broad range of exterior and interior plant-related services. Their landscape design and build work includes:
- Custom front yard and backyard design
- Irrigation and drainage systems
- Outdoor features such as fireplaces, fire pits, jacuzzis, and pools
- Green walls and indoor plant services for homes and offices
- Plant rentals and landscape maintenance
The company's design process begins with an on-site consultation, during which the team conducts site photography, takes measurements, and assesses the property. From there, they produce detailed drawings and 3D renderings before moving into construction.
IEE Designs was founded by Patty Jones, a licensed contractor with a background in industrial engineering and a long career in hardscape and landscape architecture. She has been recognized in Architectural Digest for her landscape design work. The team also includes Managing Director David Jones, who brings extensive experience in business management, and Andrea Capelli, a skilled landscape designer with nearly a decade of experience at the company.
IEE Designs received the Best of Houzz Service award for 2024, reflecting their focus on client experience and project quality. Their work spans residential landscape design, outdoor living construction, and ADU development across San Diego County.
