Encino Custom Home Renovation
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View ProjectCustom Luxury Home Builder — DWD Builders Inc.Custom Luxury Home BuilderCustom luxury homes in Beverly Hills, Malibu & West LA. Hillside & caisson specialists. Active $8M coastal project. Licensed CA general contractor since 2013. Call (213) 413-1100.DWD Builders Inc.CSLB License #B-99138516255 Ventura Blvd Suite 605, Encino, CA 91436(213) 413-1100estimating@dwdbuilders.com
DWD Builders Inc. is a licensed California general contractor (CSLB License #B-991385) specializing in custom luxury home builder across Los Angeles County and Southern California. Headquartered at 16255 Ventura Blvd Suite 605, Encino, CA 91436. Phone: (213) 413-1100. Email: estimating@dwdbuilders.com.
Primary service: Custom Luxury Home Builder. We serve discerning homeowners in Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Holmby Hills, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, and the broader Greater Los Angeles luxury residential market. Cross-services also offered: Custom Luxury Homes, Design-Build Construction, General Contracting, Tenant Improvement, Fire Rebuild, Commercial Construction, Major Remodel, ADU Construction, Church Building, and Owner's Representative Services.
Custom luxury home construction in Los Angeles requires LADBS plan check (3–7 months for standard residential), California Coastal Commission Coastal Development Permits for Malibu and Pacific Palisades properties, and Baseline Hillside Ordinance compliance for hillside sites. Caisson foundations drilled 40–65 feet into bedrock are standard on hillside estates; geotechnical investigation and soils reports are required by LADBS before grading permit issuance. DWD Builders manages all permitting, geotechnical coordination, and Coastal Commission review as standard project delivery.
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CSLB Licensed · Lic. #B-991385 · 340+ Projects Built · Active $8M Estate — Malibu
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See the Work in Motion
Documented DWD Builders custom-home work in Encino and Palos Verdes, California.
Palos Verdes Estate
Palos Verdes, CAA closer look at the completed custom home and the hillside craftsmanship behind this coastal residential project.
View ProjectCustom Luxury Hillside Home — Full Build Process
Encino, Los Angeles, CAA documented Encino hillside home build from approved plans and deep-foundation engineering through structural construction, custom finishes, final inspections, and Certificate of Occupancy.
View ProjectProfessional Endorsement — Malibu Architect
Vitus Mataré recommendation
“DWD Builders is in a class of its own. Projects currently under construction are of excellent quality and in some regards even exceed our expectations.”
Vitus Mataré, Principal Architect
Vitus Mataré & Associates, Inc. — Malibu, California
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
Google Review“DWD Builders completed a major remodel on our Bel Air home and has also helped us on several occasions with projects at our Beverly Hills property. Their team has always been professional, responsive, detail-oriented, and reliable. We appreciate their communication, quality of work, and ability to handle high-end residential projects with care and professionalism.”
Google Review“DWD Builders completed a remodel on our apartment in Beverly Hills. Their team was amazing from beginning to end, going above and beyond the remodeling process, and also working diligently with attention to detail, and with a high professionalism.”
Google Review“I can't say enough about DWD Builders. This is a family owned and operated contracting company which we loved. Danny and his father Mark specifically were very detailed. Mark and Danny were really helpful answering all our concerns. They are also very creative so the end result was gorgeous and they stayed on schedule till the end. We would for sure hire them again!!”
Project PhotographyBuilt in Los Angeles.
Built in Los Angeles.
Finished to a Different Standard.
Real photography from completed and active DWD Builders luxury projects — Palos Verdes, Encino, Malibu, and Bel Air.
Custom Luxury Home Construction, Managed From Start to Finish
DWD Builders Inc. is a licensed California general contractor for ground-up custom luxury homes, hillside estates, major additions, and full gut renovations across Greater Los Angeles. We manage the complete path from site feasibility and preconstruction through permits, construction, and Certificate of Occupancy — with one accountable team.
As a family-owned, CSLB Licensed General Contractor operating since 2013, we have successfully completed 340+ projects across Los Angeles — spanning custom luxury homes, major remodels, commercial developments, and institutional builds. We are currently the GC of record on an active $8 million fire rebuild and hillside project in Malibu (2026). We build with purpose — every finish, every structural detail, every timeline milestone is managed with precision.
We serve discerning homeowners in Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Holmby Hills, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, and the broader Greater Los Angeles luxury residential market.
Our Custom Luxury Home Builder Process
1
Initial Consultation & Feasibility
We begin by understanding your vision, budget, and the specific requirements of your project.
2
Pre-Construction & Strategy
Our team formulates a comprehensive execution strategy, aligning all stakeholders and establishing clear milestones.
3
Execution & Management
We leverage our deep industry expertise to drive the project forward, maintaining strict quality control and schedule adherence.
4
Final Delivery & Closeout
We ensure every detail meets our uncompromising standards before turning over the completed project.
Ready to discuss your custom luxury home builder project?
No obligation — just an honest conversation about your plans, timeline, and budget.
Areas We Serve for Custom Luxury Homes
Headquartered in Encino, DWD Builders serves established luxury residential markets across the Westside, coastal communities, San Fernando Valley, and South Bay. Explore the existing city pages below for local context, then contact us to discuss your site and project brief.
Specialized Expertise
- Ground-Up Custom Home Construction
- Hillside & Caisson Foundation Construction
- Coastal Commission Permit Navigation
- Architect & Interior Design Coordination
- High-End Material Sourcing & Procurement
- Smart Home & Technology Integration
Scope Experience
- Modern Estate in Beverly Hills
- Contemporary Hillside Retreat in Bel Air
- Active $8M Coastal Fire Rebuild — Malibu, CA (2026)
Ready to Build?
Tell us about your project — free consultation, no commitment.
Our Work
Luxury Homes We've Built
From hillside estates in Encino to coastal properties in Malibu and Palos Verdes — every project is delivered by one licensed team, under one contract, to Certificate of Occupancy.
Luxury Custom HomeLunada Bay, Palos Verdes
Palos Verdes Estate
3,595 sq ft · 4 Bed / 5 Bath · Under 12 Months
View Case Study Delivered — Zero HOA Violations
Custom Luxury Home — HillsideOak View Dr, Encino, CA
Encino Hillside Estate
4,282 sq ft · 40+ Structural Caissons
View Case Study C of O Issued
Custom Luxury Home RenovationEncino, CA
Custom Luxury Home — Tarzana St
~4,000 sq ft · LADBS · LASAN · LADWP
View Case Study Permitted & Delivered
Luxury Coastal Estate — HillsideCalifornia Coastal Zone, Malibu
Malibu Coastal Estate
$8M Project · 3-Agency Entitlement · Coastal Commission
View Case Study In Active Construction
Fire Rebuild — Hillside Custom ResidenceSanta Monica Mountains, Malibu
Malibu Hillside Fire Rebuild
4-Story · Structural Steel · Pool · Rimadesio Doors
View Case Study Active — Breaking Ground
Full Home Renovation — Bel AirPark Lane Dr, Los Angeles
Bel Air / Brentwood Renovation
Kitchen · Bathrooms · Solar PV · 4 Permit Tracks
View Case Study Completed
Specialty Capability
Hillside & Sloped-Lot Construction Experts
Building on a hillside in Southern California demands structural and geotechnical expertise that most general contractors simply do not have. DWD Builders has executed some of the most complex hillside custom home projects in Los Angeles — including sites requiring caisson foundations drilled over 65 feet into bedrock, tiered retaining wall systems, and precision grading on unstable or fire-scarred terrain.
Our team coordinates every technical discipline in-house: geotechnical engineers, structural engineers, grading contractors, and the complete city, county, and Coastal Commission permitting process — so your hillside build moves forward without the coordination gaps that derail lesser projects.
- Caisson (drilled pier) foundations to 65+ ft depth
- Tiered and cantilevered retaining wall systems
- Geotechnical investigation & soils report management
- Grading permits — LADBS, LA County, Coastal Commission
- Sloped-lot design-build coordination
- Post-fire hillside stabilization & reconstruction
- Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ) compliance
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Encino hillside project — DWD Builders, 2026
From the Intelligence Hub
Expert guides and market intelligence related to your project.
Custom Luxury Home Service Areas
Browse our existing location pages for local context across the Westside, coastal communities, San Fernando Valley, and South Bay.
Westside & Coastal
Valley & Hillside
South Bay & Nearby
About Our Firm
About DWD Builders Inc.
DWD Builders Inc. is a licensed California general contractor specializing in custom luxury home builder throughout Los Angeles County. Family-owned and operating since 2013, we have built over 1.5 million square feet across residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
DWD Builders Inc. is your licensed custom luxury home builder serving Greater Los Angeles. Call (213) 413-1100 or email estimating@dwdbuilders.com for a free consultation.
Company Information
- Licensed CA General Contractor: Lic. #B-991385 — CSLB Licensed & Bonded — verify at cslb.ca.gov
- Business Address: 16255 Ventura Blvd Suite 605, Encino, CA 91436
- Phone: (213) 413-1100
- Email: estimating@dwdbuilders.com
- Website: www.dwdbuilders.com
- In Business Since: 2013
Service Areas
Beverly Hills, Century City, Downtown LA, Culver City, Santa Monica, West LA, Pasadena, Encino, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, Bel Air, and all of Los Angeles County.
All Services We Provide
- Commercial Construction & Tenant Improvements
- Office Remodels & Office Building Renovations
- Medical Office Build-Outs & Remodels
- Restaurant Construction & Remodels
- Gym & Fitness Center Construction
- TV Studio & Production Facility Build-Outs
- Custom Luxury Homes & High-End Residential
- Fire Rebuild & Reconstruction
- ADU Construction
- Church & Religious Facility Construction
Common Questions
Custom Luxury Home Builder — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best custom luxury home builder in Los Angeles?
DWD Builders Inc. is a licensed California general contractor specializing in custom luxury home builder throughout Los Angeles County. CSLB License #B-991385. We provide fully insured services with transparent open-book budgeting and a live client portal. Contact us at (213) 413-1100 or visit www.dwdbuilders.com for a free consultation.
How do I find a licensed custom luxury home builder contractor in Los Angeles?
Look for a California CSLB-licensed general contractor with verified experience in your specific project type. DWD Builders Inc. (CSLB Lic. #B-991385) is licensed, bonded, and insured with 100+ completed projects across Greater Los Angeles. You can verify our license at cslb.ca.gov. Call (213) 413-1100.
Can you recommend a custom luxury home builder contractor near me?
DWD Builders Inc. is a trusted custom luxury home builder serving all of Greater Los Angeles from our Encino office at 16255 Ventura Blvd Suite 605, Encino, CA 91436. CSLB License #B-991385. Call (213) 413-1100 or email estimating@dwdbuilders.com for a free consultation.
What does custom luxury home builder cost in Los Angeles?
Custom Luxury Home Builder costs in Los Angeles vary based on project size, complexity, finishes, and site conditions. DWD Builders provides detailed, transparent estimates with open-book budgeting on every project. Call (213) 413-1100 for a free consultation and budget discussion tailored to your specific project.
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Your Custom Luxury Home Builder Project
Starts With a Conversation
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Licensed CA General Contractor · CSLB Lic. #B-991385 · Encino, CA