Dan Ryan
Orange County is a stunning place. Not only is it right by the coastline, where brisk ocean breezes fill the air, but it is also filled with incredible architecture, landscaping and design. The people behind the design firms are elevating this community with their creativity, contributing to Orange County’s alluring charm, and are building this city into a truly remarkable and unforgettable place, one home at a time.
Corbin Reeves Construction
Corbin Reeves Construction is a luxury residential builder in Orange County. The company was founded by Mike Reeves in Pasadena in 1989. Today, Corbin Reeves Construction specializes in exquisite homes in Orange County, particularly along the coastline.
Providing personal and professional service to their clients is Corbin Reeves Construction’s main priority. “We limit the number of projects we take on so we can give each client the personal attention they deserve,” Reeves says.
Working on projects valued at over $5 million, Reeves has established himself and his business as a premier builder in the community. “We have been in this community for so long, we are probably one of the last OG builders here,” he says. “We love working with our clients to give them their dream homes.”
With more than 36 years in the industry, Reeves believes maintaining integrity is paramount to the success of your business and personal prosperity. “When you are working on projects, or really anything in life, there are always going to be problems and things you can’t control,” Reeves says. “However, the one thing you can control is your integrity. If you control that, everything else will work out.”
Mark Sacro
The work of Corbin Reeves Construction truly speaks for itself, exemplifying the results that are possible when you hire passionate builders who carry a deep understanding of the complexities of the industry and know what it takes to get the job done.
Creative Window Designs
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When designing a luxury custom home or renovating the one you currently reside in, it’s essential to consider all the details that go into home design. Window treatments are one of those details that can completely transform your space.
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Creative Window Designs is a luxury window treatment company known for its high-end custom window coverings and expert design services. “Our custom offerings provide a tailored, finished look that stands out from other options,” Jennifer Savio with Creative Window Designs says. “We hope to elevate the interior and inspire designs that align with the community and customers.”
Proudly serving the Southern California area since 2008, Creative Window Designs provides solutions to help make your home more energy efficient, private and stylish. Their hard-working and knowledgeable team is passionate about delivering bespoke services to help ease your design journey.
Savio has recently expanded its services to Paradise Valley, Arizona with Desert Shades and Drapery.
Along with carrying many products, Creative Window Designs also works with clients to create custom drapery and bedding. While they are located in the heart of Orange County, they also service surrounding areas such as Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, Corona Del Mar and Irvine. “We are also excited about some new launches with Hunter Douglas products and our new partnership with Kravet as an agent showroom,” Savio says.
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Crawford Custom Homes
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For more than 44 years, Crawford Custom Homes has been the quiet force behind some of Orange County’s most extraordinary residences—architectural masterpieces that line the coastline from Newport Beach to Dana Point. Founded by master builder Dick Crawford, the firm has worked with many of the region’s most accomplished architects, including C.J. Light Associates, Richard Krantz Architects, EBTA and Laidlaw Schultz, creating more than 32 oceanfront and bayfront estates, eight of which hold coveted front-row positions in Emerald Bay.
Crawford Custom Homes’ reputation was built on honesty, integrity and fairness—values that continue to guide every project. “Kindness is key,” says Kimberly Smith, The V.P. of Operations, emphasizing a philosophy that extends beyond construction into relationships with clients, artisans and craftsmen. Each home reflects an orchestra of collaboration, with Crawford serving as the conductor, ensuring every detail—down to the last piece of steel—is a work of art.
The Crawford team’s luxury home projects don’t just capture beauty; they often set record-breaking sales, a testament to enduring craftsmanship and design excellence.
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Looking ahead, Crawford Custom Homes remains dedicated to innovation, transparency and the pursuit of perfection. “We are in rarefied air,” Crawford reflects. “These homes are built to inspire awe—and I’m so proud of my team, the artisans and craftsmen that put their heart and soul into these impressive pieces of art.”
Faucets n Fixtures
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Faucets n Fixtures is a series of leading appliance, plumbing and hardware showrooms in Orange County, offering a curated selection of top-of-the-line products and an expert eye for detail. Their dedication to bringing about customer satisfaction in each home renovation or custom build is unparalleled. Whether it’s a statement light fixture setting the mood in a grandeur space, or ornate hardware serving as a finishing touch to a custom closet, Faucets n Fixtures is a master in blending thoughtful detail and everyday functionality into each project.
Mark Sacro
For Joel Warners, the CEO of Faucets n Fixtures, being a part of the design community in Orange County for more than 30 years has been an honor.
“We pushed and pushed and pushed to become one of the industry leaders in Orange County, so really it is a privilege,” Warners says. “My background is in architecture, and so working on some of these homes that as a kid I would look in magazines and be enthralled with, I am just tickled every single day.”
Thanks to his background in architecture, as well as having experience in home appraising, Warners has form and function at the forefront of his mind, rather than stepping on the showroom floor with a sales mindset.“That’s how I’ve always run the business, we don’t sell a product, we’re helping people customize and create their dream space,” he says.
Moya Living
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Moya O’Neill is the creative force behind Moya Living, offering high-end steel cabinetry for both indoor and outdoor spaces. O’Neill’s dedication to quality design and creativity allows her to raise the bar with her products, which transcend mere beauty and emerge as impeccable statements of form, function and beauty.
O’Neill has collaborated with top architects and designers around the United States. With her new showroom, North End Design in Laguna Beach, California, she is more than just a visionary of cabinet design; she connects people in the design community.
“Our new gallery-style showroom North End Design was created for designers, architects, builders and homeowners who value craft,” O’Neill says. “It’s a working salon: we showcase Laguna Beach artists and makers, host education and hands-on learning for the trades.” O’Neill is staging live design conversations with artisans and makers including being a member of Estate Partners and Makers Alliance. Two groups that offer peer to peer education and growth.
Not only do her steel cabinetry designs add a unique touch to the home, but the product is built to last and endure the test of time, which is something that O’Neill believes makes the brand ICONIC. “Our brand endures because we refuse the easy route: fully welded steel frames, powder-coated finishes tuned to the coast, interiors that are as considered as the exteriors and white-glove execution from field measure to installation is not always easy to accomplish, but we don’t settle for anything short of excellent,” O’Neill explains. “We’re individualists—authentic to the core—and we surround ourselves with the best builders, designers and artisans so the outcome is the vision the clients envisioned and is beautiful, functional and lasting.”
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PHX ARCHITECTURE
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PHX ARCHITECTURE is an award-winning firm and has been shaping inspired spaces for more than two decades, establishing a reputation as one of the premier concierge design firms in the nation with studios in Beverly Hills and Scottsdale. Recognized in publications across the country and honored with numerous industry awards, their portfolio is as diverse as it is refined.
“Our work reflects the spirit of the places we serve—where luxury, lifestyle, and landscape converge,” Erik Peterson, founder of PHX ARCHITECTURE, says. “ We design spaces that connect people to their environment while bringing each client’s vision to life in a distinctly Californian way.”
PHX ARCHITECTURE designs homes that honor historical context while also introducing fresh ideas, not only adding to the beauty of the community but also further contributing to the overall architectural narrative.
“Community is at the heart of everything we do,” Peterson says. “We design for people—crafting spaces that bring communities together, inspire connection, and create a sense of belonging.”
PHX ARCHITECTURE’s sleek, modern and innovative designs are timeless, transcending popular design trends as enduring works of art. As they approach their 25th anniversary, PHX ARCHITECTURE plans to grow its business, leaving its distinct design mark on the California community.
Rodeo Homes
Rodeo Homes is a premier luxury building company that has helped shape Southern California’s most prestigious communities—including Pelican Hill, Pelican Crest, Crystal Cove, Emerald Bay and Shady Canyon—into the architectural jewels they are today.
Founded more than 35 years ago by Robert St. John, Rodeo Homes was built on a simple yet powerful vision: to craft residences that endure for generations while inspiring awe through artistry, precision and timeless design.
“Our reputation was built purely through word of mouth,” says St. John. “For years, we didn’t even have a website because our clients kept referring us to their friends moving into the Newport Coast area.”
Over the decades, Rodeo Homes has consistently set new benchmarks for luxury real estate. “Through the decades, Rodeo Homes established the first $10 million sale, first $20 million sale, first $30 million sale and first $40 million sale,” St. John notes. “And recently, one of our homes sold for $55 million, setting the record for the highest-selling residence in the community.”
That remarkable legacy has drawn a clientele of A-list celebrities, Fortune 500 executives, and top-tier entrepreneurs, all seeking a builder whose name is synonymous with quality, trust, and refined craftsmanship.
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“Many of our projects are for returning clients,” St. John adds. “That’s a true testament to the relationships we build and the care we take in every detail. I can honestly say there isn’t anyone who’s hired us won’t hire us again.”
From the first handshake to the final reveal, Rodeo Homes embodies the art of luxury living—creating architectural masterpieces that continue to define elegance along the California coast.
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