Shaped by Shoreline

Newport Beach has become a canvas for some of the most striking residential architecture on the West Coast—an enclave where coastal living meets the highest level of design refinement. Known for its sweeping waterfront views, walkable neighborhoods, and softly sloping terrain, it’s no wonder this Southern California locale has drawn an elite circle of architects, builders, and designers who understand how to craft homes that feel both elevated and effortless.

Architects like Eric Olsen and Brandon Architects bring a sophisticated understanding of scale, material, and light to their projects, often pushing the boundaries of California modernism while remaining rooted in the coastal vernacular. Builders such as Gonterman Custom Homes, Patterson Custom Homes, Devco Custom Homes, and RDM General Contractors execute with unparalleled craftsmanship—making these ambitious architectural visions a reality.

Interior designers like Brooke Wagner translate these structures into deeply livable spaces, while landscape studios such as Garden Studio Design and C.M. Brown Landscape Architects weave nature back into the narrative. It’s in their collaborative efforts that Newport’s design identity truly flourishes—where sunken courtyards, sculptural staircases, and luminous interiors come together in seamless, thoughtful unity. Here, the work is not just about homes—it’s about legacy.