--- title: "GDC Construction — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/gdc-construction-pfvwus-pf~1224806767 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1224806767.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "GDC Construction" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/242390c60e528c59_7967-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1031 Silverado St, La Jolla, California 92037, United States" latitude: 32.8455 longitude: -117.2521 phone: "(858) 551-5222" website: http://www.gdcconstruction.com rating: 4.7 review_count: 13 best_of_houzz_awards: 8 followers: 645 last_updated: 2026-08-24 --- # GDC Construction Original Houzz profile: [GDC Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/gdc-construction-pfvwus-pf~1224806767) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** La Jolla, CA - **Serves:** San Diego, Oceanside, Escondido, Carlsbad, El Cajon, Vista, San Marcos, Encinitas, National City, Point Loma San Diego, La Jolla, Ocean Beach San Diego, Imperial Beach, Coronado, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Del Mar Heights San Diego, Hill Crest San Diego, Mission Valley San Diego - **Houzz rating:** 4.7 out of 5 (13 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2012–2020), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves From the top of the Mount Soledad Memorial to the surf-lapped beaches of San Diego's coast, there are few neighborhoods in America's Finest City that have not been made more beautiful by the work of the craftsmen at GDC Construction. The bulk of the work completed by this family-run business has been in polishing the jewel of La Jolla, creating some of that community's most graceful and prestigious private homes and some of its' most memorable commercial buildings. From holistic design/build concepts to more simple renovations, to complex engineering projects, GDC's talented team is ready to take on whatever construction project the homeowners and business owners of San Diego can conjure up. Whether it's stripping a musty old commercial building to turn it into a showcase for Roche Bobois' stunning furniture, or matching the tiles of a Mediterranean-style beach cottage's bathroom to the home's innovative frescoes, GDC has the eye, the ability, and the perseverance to get the job done just right. ### Services Provided - Project Management - Structural Engineering - Architect Selection - Construction Planning - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Landscape Architecture - Surveying ### Areas Served - San Diego - Oceanside - Escondido - Carlsbad - El Cajon - Vista - San Marcos - Encinitas - National City - Point Loma San Diego - La Jolla - Ocean Beach San Diego - Imperial Beach - Coronado - Solana Beach - Del Mar - Cardiff-by-the-Sea - Del Mar Heights San Diego - Hill Crest San Diego - Mission Valley San Diego ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - 5,000,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | GDC Construction | | Address | 1031 Silverado St, La Jolla, California 92037, United States | | Phone | (858) 551-5222 | | Website | http://www.gdcconstruction.com | | License Number | 386352 | | Followers on Houzz | 645 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/GDC-Construction-Inc-1409584989363181/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/pancho-dewhurst-271a254/ - Blog — http://www.gdcconstruction.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [GDC Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/gdc-construction-pfvwus-pf~1224806767) - **Website:** http://www.gdcconstruction.com - **Phone:** (858) 551-5222 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2012–2020), for Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 — 13 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 10.0 - Communication: 10.0 - Value: 10.0 ### Reviews **★ — Nathan Walters, Jan. 2025** > Stay away from this builder!! I was hired to do some work for them back in August of 2024. They still have not paid me!! They are not and have not returned my phone calls. Any time I have spoken to their office manager Sky, she always says she look into it and call me back, but she never does. Make sure you collect before you do any work for them, they're shady! **★★★★★ — Access Custom Garage Doors, March 2016** > GDC and Access have worked together on numerous projects. Every time we wrap up a job, I see the success in the finished projects and what a pleasure they are at the finish line. > > We look forward to continuing the projects with GDC. **★★★★★ — RL Jones, Feb. 2016** > From our experience, GDC has set the bar for quality in design and craftsmanship. Whether it has been for condo renovations, design enhancement on a current residence, or ground-up construction of a new home, the entire team is always professional, respectful, and takes pride in the product they provide. Equally important is the relationship built with Pancho and his team. Once the deal is done, they continue to be a presence. We appreciate this attention to detail and to their work. **★★★★★ — Jeanne Liem Architecture + Design, Aug. 2015** > I have had the pleasure working with GDC Construction for an extensive remodel and addition project in La Jolla. Pancho and his team are always courteous to my clients and me. They're always on top on everything. Their sub-contractors are great. If there're some issues with the construction process, GDC always willing to work it out with us. Needless to say, I will give them a chance to bid on my other projects in the future. **★★★★★ — IS Architecture, June 2015** > GDC Construction has become one of our most referred general contractors. IS Architecture has designed several projects that have then been built by GDC to the highest level of quality. Their team approaches high-end custom residential construction with a thorough and keen eye, and they maintain the best customer service with both clients and fellow professionals. We continue to refer them as a general contractor to all our clients because we know the job will be thoroughly and beautifully done. **★★★★★ — michalmorton, June 2015** > GDG Construction successes through the generations of construction in La Jolla. This 90-year-old construction firm persisted through long and detailed negotiations to win the hearts and mind of this demanding client. The project had gone through a complicated design process to transform a tired 1970 rental home into a 2,980 square foot contemporary three-story flex home. The 2015 flex home contains one level for family and friends on the first floor. The owners have the second and third floor to themselves all connected by a common stair. The project when through a budget challenge and a very technical building process, which was easily managed by the crack team and GDC. Pancho Dewhurst and his team of Forman Karl Svododa effortlessly transform this home into the “cool coastal” flex home for generations to come. The home flows from a small forecourt into a large open plan out through wall-to-wall glass door out to an expansive deck overlooking the pacific. The top floor is a snug master suite with a private balcony terrace for sunset cocktails for the homeowners. **★★★★★ — Coastal Tree Care, June 2015** > GDC is a 4th generation La Jolla builder with a reputation for doing excellent work and we have experienced it firsthand. They are very knowledgeable in all phases of construction and always provide quality results. From office staff, to the foreman and crews, to the VP and the CEO, their pleasant, professional, friendly employees make them a pleasure to work with. Their clients speak very highly of Pancho and the GDC team and are always pleased with their work. We have been doing business together for over 5 years, including maintaining the large Star Pine in downtown La Jolla that GDC decorates every year during the Christmas holiday. It is a pleasure working with GDC and we highly recommend them to others in the area. **★★★★★ — AUDIO IMPACT, May 2015** > We have worked with GDC construction many times over the years, and they have always been professional, caring, and driven to create the best results possible. Pancho and his team have consistently shown their dedication to their work, and their homes are beautiful as a result. We would definitely recommend this company to people (and in fact, we have!). **★★★★★ — 1954robert, May 2015** > Our interior design firm has worked on several projects with GDC Construction. The first project was approximately fifteen years ago, and we continue today working with them on a variety of work. The projects have ranged from room additions, a complete remodel of a condominium unit, to several extensive home remodels in La Jolla. GDC Construction has been a leader in the custom home construction industry for many years. They have an excellent reputation due to their quality workmanship, professional manner and customer care. We enjoy working together - it is always a successful collaboration. > Robert Wright, FASID > McCormick & Wright **★★★★★ — kevinbreedlove, May 2015** > GDC Construction has been a client of my branding and design firm, Breedlove Creative, Inc., for the last 9 years. Over this time, I have experienced an exceptional working relationship that always results in quality output. The owner Pancho is a visionary leader with a keen sense of style and aesthetics and knows what it takes to push a project past the ordinary. The GDC team has always been very professional and are dedicated to the success of every creative project we take on together – big or small. Clear communication has always been at the core of our working relationship. I’ve also witnessed the long list of raving testimonials we’ve collected from their clients who have been thrilled with the positive outcomes of their construction projects. And by looking at their portfolio, anyone that works with GDC is guaranteed a top notch result. I look forward to creating with GDC for many more years to come. **★★★★★ — User, April 2015** > As a structural engineer I have worked with Pancho for several years. He is very dedicated and does high quality work. He communicates effectively with consultants and various trades making for a smooth and efficient building process. I have really enjoyed working with him. **★★★★★ — TECHNE Design \| Development, April 2015** > Our firm has worked with GDC Construction on various projects and they are outstanding. Very organized, well managed and the quality is second to none. Our preferred General Contractor by far. ## Selected projects - [A California Cape-Cod Beauty](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-california-cape-cod-beauty-pj-vj~2842344) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 25 - [A Challenging Site, A New Beginning](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-challenging-site-a-new-beginning-pj-vj~2672655) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 21 - Description: Client Need: The client’s existing aging ranch-style home sat on a challenging two-and-a-half acre site. The goal was to completely remodel the property, working with steep canyon inclines and ancient, unpredictable soil and native material. And the final property aimed to maximize every inch of the land, adding a modern pool and tennis court and incorporating original custom woodwork. Our Solution: This project combined the complex technical work of demolishing 90 percent of an existing structu… - [La Jolla Urban Winery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-jolla-urban-winery-pj-vj~2703516) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 11 - [New Look For An Exclusive Coastal Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-look-for-an-exclusive-coastal-residence-pj-vj~806562) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: The project was to take an existing oceanfront custom home down to less than 50 percent of its existing studs, to completely remodel both the exterior and the interior of the home, and to build a new pool, outdoor terrace, fire-pit and barbecue area. The design challenge for GDC was to transform the residence from a contemporary style to a Mediterranean-style home. The rebuild and design transformation was accomplished by working closely with the client on everything from interior and exterior d… - [Remodeling a Henry Hester Classic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/remodeling-a-henry-hester-classic-pj-vj~17973) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Client Need The client wanted to completely remodel this home, designed by renowned midcentury San Diego architect Henry Hester, without losing the structural integrity and aesthetic elements of Hester’s original design. Some of the unique features of the home include a copper fascia that runs around the exterior of the residence and full-height doors, with no jams, throughout the home’s interior. Our Solution GDC Construction completely remodeled the home, updating it extensively while protecti… - [Transforming Traditional Into Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transforming-traditional-into-contemporary-pj-vj~1035773) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Client Need The client wanted recommendations for an architect and interior designer, so we helped them find the ideal team to transform a faded 1990s home into a contemporary gem. Our Solution The extensive remodel added features that created a cool, modern and sophisticated design aesthetic that is a far cry from the original structure. The remodel included the addition of a minimalist drought-free landscape on the exterior and a completely new interior including a custom kitchen, custom handr… - [Bird Rock Modern Delight](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bird-rock-modern-delight-pj-vj~2075153) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 2 - Description: We worked with our designers to remove some of the existing home’s interior walls, replacing them with structural support columns and beams. Then we installed skylights, to bring additional light into the opened-up living area. We complemented these structural changes with all-new custom cabinetry and high-end appliances, to create a modern, functional kitchen that forms the beating heart of the new home. - [Modernizing a Historical Masterpiece](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modernizing-a-historical-masterpiece-pj-vj~807307) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: GDC Construction has been working with the owners of this residence for more than 20 years, both to preserve an historic home and to expand and modernize the residence. The home was originally built by La Jolla historian Harry Crosby, who imported all the materials from Michoacan, Mexico, and was designed to reflect the style of a Mexican hacienda. However, the original structure was built with insufficient foundations to support it, so GDC was originally brought in to completely modernize and r… - [From Country Home to Classical Sanctuary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/from-country-home-to-classical-sanctuary-pj-vj~107076) - Location: Carlsbad, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: Client Need The client wished to transform an existing, country-style home in North County San Diego into a classic, traditional residence with extensive custom woodwork features and high-end appliances. Our Solution We designed and built this home to showcase extensive hand-crafted carpentry, including crown and dentil molding, tongue-and-groove details in the ceilings. This was complemented with custom cabinets, new hardwood floors and a Wolf range in the completely redesigned kitchen. - [From Beach Cottage to Coastal Gem](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/from-beach-cottage-to-coastal-gem-pj-vj~807313) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: Client Need The client purchased a “teardown” beach cottage on the oceanfront in La Jolla’s Bird Rock neighborhood. They challenged GDC and Marengo Morton Architects with using the land to its utmost to create a sleek modern home with extensive indoor-outdoor living spaces. The interior of the home aimed to continue the modernist look, incorporating imported reclaimed materials and cutting-edge design techniques. Our Solution GDC oversaw a complete gutting of the existing structure, taking the h… - [Upgraded La Jolla Beauty](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upgraded-la-jolla-beauty-pj-vj~2075147) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: GDC’s engineers and designers set to work, creating a completely new floor plan for the home that incorporated the original exterior structure while opening up the interior to new space and light. A traditional California-ranch-style home was transformed into a modernized living space, with a large central kitchen open to both the living and dining rooms. - [A Prestigious La Jolla Estate Reimagined](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-prestigious-la-jolla-estate-reimagined-pj-vj~1345968) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 7 - [An Ocean Front House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/an-ocean-front-house-pj-vj~1180484) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 8 - [California Cape Cod Style Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-cape-cod-style-home-pj-vj~1579553) - Location: Carlsbad, CA - Photos: 13 - [Expanding a Cape Cod-Style Beach Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/expanding-a-cape-cod-style-beach-cottage-pj-vj~25716) - Location: Coronado, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: Client Need The client wished to expand their existing Cape Cod-style beach cottage by adding a large kitchen, while maintaining the original classic design aesthetics throughout. Our Solution We created a vaulted ceiling that allowed us to add the kitchen while keeping the original style of the home. We complemented this with custom wainscoting detail, soapstone countertops and decorative tile installed behind the range. We also added a breakfast nook in the same Cape Cod style. - [Timeless Treasures](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/timeless-treasures-pj-vj~807314) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 11 - [Expanding on a Small Lot](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/expanding-on-a-small-lot-pj-vj~1346124) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: Working with a top local architect, we designed a home that incorporated a subterranean garage. To accomplish this, we had to stabilize the neighboring residence and begin with extremely robust foundations to support the three-story structure. Designed around a central William Ohs custom kitchen, the new home maximizes every inch of the lot and includes a rooftop terrace with fantastic ocean views. - [Rescuing a Historic Masterpiece](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rescuing-a-historic-masterpiece-pj-vj~1345927) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 4 - [Scripps Ranch Modern Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scripps-ranch-modern-residence-pj-vj~2075085) - Location: San Diego, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: This home features dozens of unique examples of the sort of attention to detail that sets GDC apart from the pack. The home's guttering, for example, is all recessed into the aluminum fascia of the building, so it doesn't interrupt the lines of the structure. Exquisite seamless redwood siding runs from the interior of the home to the exterior, as does the slate tiling on the living room floor, creating an indoor-outdoor living effect that is repeated throughout the ground floor. High-end Fleetwo… - [Traditional Style Addition/Renovation in a La Jolla Beach House (Bonair)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-style-addition-renovation-in-a-la-jolla-beach-house-bonair-pj-vj~1087410) - Location: La Jolla, CA - Photos: 17 - Description: The project was to open up walls and add an attached 2-car garage. The result are a spacious and state of the art kitchen with island, a heavenly master suite, and indoor-outdoor entertaining areas on every level. Beautifully built by GDC Construction. [See all 30 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/gdc-construction-pfvwus-pf~1224806767) ## Ideabooks - [Iron Doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54638543/list/iron-doors) — 1 idea - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54739121/list/bathrooms) — 9 ideas - [Fine La Jolla Residence - Light and Airy Interior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52841278/list/fine-la-jolla-residence-light-and-airy-interior) — 9 ideas - [gdcconstruction's Favorites](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/663987/list/gdcconstruction-s-favorites) — 3 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/gdcconstruction) ## Community Q&A **Q: what is material of kitchen counter top?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello Margo, Thank you for your question. The color of the kitchen counter top is Cesar Stone. **Q: kitchen sink color** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me the kitchen sink color? A: Hello! Thank you for your interest. The sink color is almond. **Q: where are the stools from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello Meghan, Thank you for your interest! The stools were purchased by Amber Interiors. Please feel free to reach out to Amber at: www.amberinteriordesign.com or by calling (747) 226-3898. They are located in Calabasas, CA. Have a wonderful Christmas! **Q: what is the tile behind the stove?** *(in Photo Questions)* The answer that was posted is different tile than the one behind the stove A: This is a custom, hand painted tile made in Mexico. **Q: Sink color** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you please tell me if the sink color is white or beige? A: I believe these are beige, but white would be just as suitable. Thank you for you interest. **Q: Love love love!!! What color are the cabinets? Island? Love the combin** *(in Photo Questions)* What color are the cabinets? Island? Love the combination A: The cabinets are a cream base with an umber glaze coat. I am sorry, I do not have the specific color numbers, but it is the glaze coat that gives it depth. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-24.*