10+ years of experience

Our team

We design and deliver residential projects from concept to permit. Our team handles every step — making the process clear, efficient, and predictable.

Yakov

Yakov Zariadnov

Founder / CEO

Leading company vision, strategic direction, and client relationships while representing YD Group.

Roman

Roman Oleinikov

Co-Founder / COO

Leading project delivery, operations, and team coordination across all stages of development.

Sofya

Sofya Kulakova

Project Manager / Architectural Designer

Managing project workflows while contributing to design development and coordination across all stages.

Nick

Nick Sivushenka

Structural Engineer (PE)

Leading structural engineering with a focus on efficient, practical, and well-coordinated residential solutions.

Tatyana

Tatyana Myasnova

Architectural Designer

Designing residential spaces with a focus on functionality, comfort, and practical buildability.

Violetta

Violetta Krasnova

Architectural Designer / Mentor

Leading architectural design with a focus on layouts, building form, and project concept.

Daniil

Daniil Kozhen

Architectural Designer

Bringing a fresh perspective to layouts and design with a focus on 3D and spatial development.

Lyubov

Lyubov Antonova

Architectural Designer

Contributing to projects with precision, consistency, and attention to detail across all stages.

Martin

Martin Blas

Project Manager / Title 24

Managing energy compliance and supporting project coordination across all stages.

Kate

Kate Tokareva

HR / Team Operations

Managing hiring, team operations, and internal processes while supporting team culture and development.

Our mission is to provide a full-service architectural design and permitting solution, by capturing the client’s idea early on and guiding it through every stage — from planning to permit approval.

founder of YD GROUP

Practical design. Real results.​

Founded in 2016 by Yakov Zariadnov, YD Group is a Los Angeles–based design-focused firm.

What started as a passion for thoughtful, practical design has evolved into a full-service team specializing in residential architecture, ADUs, and permitting.

Today, we help clients navigate the entire process, from early concepts and planning to approvals, delivering clear, buildable solutions that actually work in the field.

Our Story

From Concept to Permit Approval.
Your Vision, Our Expertise.

This is how we approach each project:

With experience in both design and project coordination, we focus on solutions that are practical, cost-aware, and aligned with real-world requirements.

Today, YD Group specializes in:

– ADU Design & Permitting
– Custom Residential Design
– Remodels & Additions
– Permitting & City Coordination
– 3D Visualization & Presentation

We handle the entire process from site measurements to final approvals, keeping the process clear, efficient, and aligned with real project timelines.

1000+ Projects Designed. Practical. Buildable. Approved.

What sets us apart is a practical approach focused on buildability, code compliance, and real project conditions.

Every project starts with understanding the site, requirements, and constraints, turning them into clear, buildable architectural solutions.

Our team focuses on thoughtful planning, efficient layouts, and strong coordination. This ensures projects move forward without unnecessary delays or revisions.

With over 1000 projects completed, we’ve built a strong foundation in residential design, ADUs, and permitting, delivering consistent, real-world results across every stage.

Over 300 happy clients

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