Welcome to Pretty Smart, an innovative multidisciplinary architecture and design studio in Long Beach, California. Specializing in residential architecture, interior design, as well as commercial architecture, we are proud to serve the Long Beach community as a women and minority owned, certified Green California Business. Our founder and principal Daniella Carter, is an NCARB licensed California Architect with years of hands-on field experience in space planning, construction, exterior and interior design. She leads our team with a clear understanding of the big picture, viewing every project as an opportunity to look beyond ubiquitous formulas in search of unexpected inspiration.

At Pretty Smart we believe that design is a personal process that thrives when trust and transparency guide our relationships. We are deeply committed to creative collaboration and sustainability, and our goal is to engage users in a meaningful, poetic way while leaving a lasting impression. Whether it's a large-scale commercial project or a budget-driven residential accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Long Beach, we approach each project with the same level of passion, creativity, and attention to detail.

Our practice is founded on the principles of innovation and bespoke solutions. With a focus on developing uniquely tailored designs, we use our extensive experience and resources to create spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but functional – spaces that are pretty and smart!

Our commitment to excellence, coupled with our passion for creativity sets us apart in the field of architecture and design. We invite you to join us on this journey of transforming spaces into something truly extraordinary. Contact us today to discuss your ADU, commercial, or interior design project, and let us bring your vision to life with humor, humility, and unwavering attention to detail.