Aerial of a Warren Development custom home build

Built on Honest Work.
Based in Santa Monica.

Founded 2021Licensed & InsuredAIA AffiliatedSanta Monica, CA

Warren Development is a licensed custom home builder operating across Santa Monica, the Westside, and greater LA — founded 2021 by Derek Davies and Jonathan Negreros.

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Industry Recognition

AIA Affiliations
& Editorial Recognition

Affiliated with AIA Home Builders and AIA Pool & Spa — two of the most recognized credentialing bodies in the residential construction and design industry.

  • Affiliate

    AIA Home Builders

    American Institute of Architects Home Builders affiliate network — recognition of design-forward residential construction practice.

  • Affiliate

    AIA Pool & Spa

    American Institute of Architects Pool and Spa affiliate network — credentialed for custom pool and spa design-build.

  • Feature

    Architectural Digest

    Recognized for our work in custom residential construction across the Westside Los Angeles market.

Derek Davies, Co-Founder of Warren Development

Derek Davies

Co-Founder

Meet The Team

Derek Davies,
Co-Founder

With over 18 years in construction, design, and project strategy, Derek leads business development at Warren Development and serves as the primary point of contact through every phase — keeping each build on time, on budget, and at the architectural standard the firm is known for.

  • 18+ Years Experience
  • Custom Residential & Remodels
  • Design-Build Specialist
  • Licensed General Contractor — California
  • Featured in Architectural Digest
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How We Work

Four Steps, Every Project

Every project follows the same four steps — regardless of scope, budget, or location.

  1. 01

    Step 01 of 04

    You Reach Out

    Call us, fill out the form, or send us an email. We'll get back to you quickly and schedule a time to talk about your project in detail. No pressure, no sales pitch — just a real conversation.

    DeliverableFirst Call Booked
  2. 02

    Step 02 of 04

    We Discuss & Quote

    We visit the property, walk the scope, and prepare a detailed written estimate. You see the real cost — every phase accounted for. If something's unclear, we explain it before you sign.

    DeliverableDetailed Estimate
  3. 03

    Step 03 of 04

    We Build

    Once the project is confirmed, we get to work. Derek and the team manage every trade, every timeline, and every material delivery. You're kept informed throughout.

    DeliverableBuilt On Schedule
  4. 04

    Step 04 of 04

    We Hand It Over

    Final walkthrough with you. Every detail reviewed and addressed. Your 1-year workmanship warranty begins the day you walk through a finished project.

    DeliverablePunch List Cleared
License & Insurance

Licensed, Insured
And Bonded

Warren Development carries full general liability insurance and is licensed and bonded to build in California. Documentation available before any project begins — just ask.

  • 01 / Credential

    Licensed General Contractor

    California CSLB-licensed general contractor. Documentation available on request.

  • 02 / Credential

    Fully Insured

    Full general liability insurance carried on every project — certificate available pre-contract.

  • 03 / Credential

    Bonded Contractor

    Surety-bonded for the full scope of California residential construction work.

Start a Project

Your details stay private.

Start the Conversation

Your Project Starts
With a Conversation

Call us Sunday through Saturday, 6am to 7pm. We'll listen to your project, answer your questions honestly, and let you know what it takes to get it built right.

  • Open — Sunday to Saturday, 6am to 7pm
  • Free on-site estimates — no obligation
  • Licensed, insured & bonded — cert on request
  • Honest pricing on every project
  • 1-year workmanship warranty included

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About Warren
Development

Six answers covering credentials, history, service area, and how we run projects — the questions homeowners ask most.

  1. 01

    Are you licensed and insured?

    Answer

    Yes. Warren Development is a licensed general contractor, fully insured and bonded to build in California. License documentation and insurance certificates are available on request.

  2. 02

    How long have you been in business?

    Answer

    Warren Development was founded in 2021. In that time we've built luxury custom homes, ADUs, complete remodels, pools, and outdoor living spaces across greater Los Angeles.

  3. 03

    What areas do you serve?

    Answer

    We serve homeowners across Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Westwood, Beverly Hills, Venice, Malibu, Calabasas, and Marina Del Rey — within 25 miles of our Santa Monica base.

  4. 04

    How do I get started?

    Answer

    Call us at (855) 505-1195, Sunday through Saturday, 6am to 7pm. We'll talk through your project, answer your questions, and schedule a free on-site estimate at your convenience.

  5. 05

    Do you work with subcontractors or your own crew?

    Answer

    We work with a trusted network of trade partners we've vetted and work with consistently. Every trade on your project is managed by Warren Development — you deal with us, not a rotating cast of contractors.

  6. 06

    Do you take on both residential and commercial projects?

    Answer

    We work primarily with homeowners on residential projects — new construction, remodels, pools, and outdoor living. We do consider commercial projects on a case-by-case basis. Call us to discuss.

Service Area

Proudly Serving
Santa Monica & Beyond

We build throughout a 25-mile radius of Santa Monica — from coastal Malibu to Beverly Hills and into the Valley.

  • Santa Monica
  • Brentwood
  • Pacific Palisades
  • Westwood
  • Beverly Hills
  • Venice
  • Malibu
  • Calabasas
  • Marina Del Rey
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