Custom Home Design for Holmby Hills

Holmby Hills is part of LA’s ‘Platinum Triangle’ alongside Beverly Hills and Bel Air—three of the world’s most prestigious addresses. It’s known for multi-acre estates (1-3+ acres), unparalleled privacy, park-like settings, and no condos or townhouses—only single-family estates. Property values range from $1,100 to over $3,000 per square foot, attracting global ultra-high-net-worth buyers.

Design typically takes 4-8 months depending on complexity and revision rounds. Permit approval through LADBS and LA City Planning takes an additional 4-10 months for estates over 10,000 sq ft. Total timeline from initial consultation to permit approval averages 10-18 months. We provide detailed schedules during your free consultation.

Holmby Hills features diverse architecture: Mediterranean Revival, Italian Renaissance, French Normandy, Georgian, Traditional, and Modern Contemporary. Your style choice should reflect personal taste while respecting the neighborhood’s character. We’ve designed everything from classical estates to sleek modern homes—both can thrive here.

Large properties in Holmby Hills must comply with LA’s zoning codes, setback requirements, FAR (Floor Area Ratio) limits, and sometimes hillside regulations if on slopes. Estates over 20,000 sq ft often require City Planning Department review in addition to standard Building & Safety permits. We handle all regulatory requirements regardless of property size.

Complete architectural design, 3D renderings, construction documents, structural coordination, MEP (mechanical/electrical/plumbing) integration, permit applications, city plan check responses, and final stamped plans ready for contractor bidding. You receive everything needed to build your estate exactly as designed.

We believe design and construction should remain separate to serve clients’ best interests. Design-build firms profit when costs increase—creating conflicts of interest. As design-only specialists, every decision prioritizes your vision and value. You’re free to select contractors, negotiate independently, and ensure competitive pricing.

Architectural fees for Holmby Hills estates typically range from 8-12% of estimated construction costs. For a $5M home, expect $250K-$400K in design and permitting services. Larger or more complex estates may be higher. We provide transparent, fixed-fee proposals during consultation—no hourly billing surprises.

Absolutely. We collaborate regularly with interior designers, landscape architects, and specialty consultants. Coordinated design ensures architectural, interior, and landscape elements work harmoniously. We’ll integrate their requirements into our construction documents and facilitate seamless communication throughout the project.