What Lumiere does

Lumiere is a privately held luxury residential real estate developer headquartered at 1644 Malcolm Ave in Los Angeles, California, focused on crafting high-end residences that combine privacy with premium amenities. Its portfolio consists of three branded developments: Malcolm, an established property featuring gourmet kitchens with Dacor stainless steel appliances, Technogym fitness equipment imported from Italy, motorized privacy and blackout shades, custom walk-in closets, private terraces, rooftop decks, and a heated swimming pool; Beverly, currently in development; and Blueline, announced as forthcoming. The company targets high-net-worth individuals and families seeking exclusive, private living in the Westwood area of Los Angeles near UCLA.

Lumiere operates a direct, appointment-based sales model in which prospective buyers schedule private tours by phone, email, or website contact, with an online application process for floor plans available through dedicated property microsites. Revenue is generated through one-time sales of individual luxury units across its multi-unit developments. The company employs approximately 43 people and does not disclose pricing, ownership structure, investors, or financial details. There is no disclosed institutional backing, parent company, or public listing.

The technology footprint is centered on physical construction and interior specification rather than proprietary software, with no AI/ML, APIs, SDKs, mobile apps, or technology partnerships disclosed. Marketing and distribution are similarly traditional, relying on the company website, visual property showcases, and a consultative sales process rather than third-party brokerage channels.

Name

Lumiere

Legal name

Lumiere

Website

https://lumiere.group

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lumiere is a privately held Los Angeles luxury residential real estate developer building branded high-end properties (Malcolm, Beverly, Blueline) with premium amenities for high-net-worth individual buyers via appointment-based direct sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Luxury Residential Property Sales: One-time sale of high-end residential units in multi-unit luxury developments. Each property features premium amenities including private elevators, terraces, rooftop decks, and high-end interior finishes. Revenue generated through individual unit sales to high-net-worth buyers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Lumiere develops and sells luxury multi-unit residential properties in the Los Angeles area, with each residence featuring premium amenities such as private elevators, gourmet kitchens with Dacor appliances, imported Technogym fitness equipment, motorized privacy shades, spa-like bathrooms, custom walk-in closets, private terraces, and furnished rooftop decks. The current portfolio includes three branded developments: Malcolm (complete at 1644 Malcolm Ave), Beverly (in development), and Blueline (forthcoming). Each unit is sold individually to high-net-worth buyers through an appointment-based, direct sales process.

Product overview

Lumiere is a luxury residential real estate developer offering a portfolio of branded properties in Los Angeles. The company crafts high-end residences combining privacy and luxury, with each property featuring premium amenities such as private elevators, gourmet kitchens with professional appliances, spa-like bathrooms, and exclusive access facilities. Current portfolio includes three named developments: Malcolm (established luxury residence), Beverly (development in process), and Blueline (forthcoming).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Malcolm Luxury residential property located at 1644 Malcolm Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024. Features include gourmet kitchens with Dacor appliances, motorized privacy shades, private terraces, and access to amenities such as a Technogym-equipped gym, heated swimming pool, and private rooftop decks. Each unit has private elevator access. Targeted at high-net-worth individuals seeking exclusive private luxury living in the Westwood area near UCLA.
• Beverly Luxury residential development currently in process, part of Lumiere's expanding portfolio of branded properties in Los Angeles. Property details and full amenities to be announced upon completion.
• Blueline Luxury residential development with details forthcoming. Property is currently in development stage and will be part of Lumiere's branded luxury residential portfolio in Los Angeles.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Brookfield Residential: Master-planned community and luxury homebuilder operating across the US and Canada. Overlaps with Lumiere in the premium residential segment but operates at much larger scale and broader product mix.
• Kennedy Wilson: Global real estate investment and development company with significant luxury residential and multifamily exposure in California. Comparable in California luxury residential focus though operates at much larger scale and broader asset classes.
• Tishman Speyer: Global real estate developer with significant luxury residential portfolio including branded condo projects in NYC, San Francisco, and other major cities. Overlaps with Lumiere on luxury condo product though operates at much larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Toll Brothers: Largest US luxury homebuilder with a meaningful condominium and apartment development division. Comparable in luxury residential positioning and amenity-driven product, though at vastly larger scale and broader geographic footprint than Lumiere.

Direct peers

• The New Home Company: California-based luxury homebuilder focused on premium for-sale residential communities in coastal California markets. Closely comparable to Lumiere's luxury for-sale residential positioning in Los Angeles.
• The Related Companies: Major US luxury residential and mixed-use developer known for branded ultra-luxury condo projects in New York, San Francisco, and other major markets. Highly comparable to Lumiere in building premium residences for HNW buyers with a branded developer identity.
• Macklowe Properties: NYC-based ultra-luxury residential developer known for trophy condo towers targeting the highest-end buyers. Comparable to Lumiere in premium finishes, private amenities, and ultra-luxury positioning for HNW buyers.
• CIM Group: LA-based real estate investment and development firm actively developing luxury residential, multifamily, and mixed-use properties throughout Los Angeles. Closest geographic and product-type comparable to Lumiere's Westwood luxury condo developments.

Regional players

• Five Point Holdings: LA- and Orange County-based master-planned community developer with large-scale residential projects. Comparable as a California-based luxury/residential developer, though focused on larger master-planned communities versus Lumiere's boutique condo approach.
• Holland Partner Group: West Coast-focused residential and multifamily developer with a major Los Angeles presence. Comparable as a regional luxury residential developer in the LA market, though more weighted toward rental multifamily than for-sale luxury condos.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lumiere

Revenue estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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