JB BUILDERS · PRESS & MEDIA

In the Media

The homes we build — and the neighborhoods we build them in — have attracted the attention of Architectural Digest, the Los Angeles Times, and media across the country. Here’s a look at the coverage and what it means for the standard of luxury construction in Los Angeles.

Architectural Digest

Los Angeles Times

Variety & Major Media

ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST · OPEN DOOR SERIES

John Legend & Chrissy Teigen — Beverly Hills

Architectural Digest featured the Beverly Hills estate of John Legend and Chrissy Teigen in its global September issue — a 10,700-square-foot home defined by natural light, open architecture, premium materials, and family-first design. We explore what the home reveals about the construction decisions that make that level of design possible.

Beverly Hills, California · Architectural Digest Open Door
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LOS ANGELES TIMES · HOT PROPERTY

Marc Anthony — San Fernando Valley Real Estate

The Los Angeles Times Hot Property column documented Marc Anthony’s real estate moves in the San Fernando Valley — a testament to what the Valley offers buyers who demand privacy, scale, and genuine luxury. JB Builders reflects on why the Valley’s most celebrated addresses keep attracting names from the top of the entertainment world.

San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles · Los Angeles Times
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VARIETY · PEOPLE · MAJOR MEDIA

David Dobrik’s $9.5M Sherman Oaks Estate

YouTube’s biggest creator paid $9.5 million for a 7,800-square-foot estate in Sherman Oaks — complete with an infinity pool, Valley views, home theater, and resort-level amenities. Covered by Variety, People, and across major media, the purchase puts the San Fernando Valley luxury market on the map for a new generation of buyers.

Sherman Oaks, San Fernando Valley · $9.5M · 7,800 sq ft
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Media & Press FAQs

Questions About Luxury Construction in Los Angeles

  • What makes a Los Angeles home worthy of Architectural Digest coverage? +
    Homes that attract Architectural Digest and major media attention share common traits — exceptional design, premium materials, flawless execution, and a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. These homes aren't accidents. They're the result of a builder who treats every detail as a reflection of the whole. The Beverly Hills estates and San Fernando Valley properties featured in AD and the LA Times set the standard that JB Builders builds toward on every project.
  • Why are Beverly Hills and Bel Air still the benchmark for luxury home construction? +
    Beverly Hills and Bel Air remain the global benchmark for luxury residential construction because of their combination of location, privacy, architectural heritage, and the concentration of world-class craftspeople and contractors in the area. Homes like the John Legend and Chrissy Teigen estate featured in Architectural Digest demonstrate what's possible when exceptional design meets premium construction — and JB Builders builds to that same standard throughout Los Angeles.
  • Is the San Fernando Valley becoming a luxury real estate market? +
    Absolutely. The San Fernando Valley — including Sherman Oaks, Calabasas, Encino, Tarzana, and Woodland Hills — has emerged as one of Los Angeles's most compelling luxury markets. David Dobrik's $9.5M Sherman Oaks estate covered by Variety and People, and Marc Anthony's San Fernando Valley real estate featured in the LA Times Hot Property column, are just two examples of the high-end buyer attention the Valley is attracting. JB Builders is based in Reseda and has deep roots in Valley luxury construction.
  • What construction features define the most prestigious homes in Los Angeles? +
    The most prestigious Los Angeles homes — the kind featured in Architectural Digest and the LA Times — share several construction hallmarks: open floor plans with large structural spans, custom glazing systems that blur the line between indoors and outdoors, natural stone and premium hardwood throughout, smart home integration, resort-level outdoor spaces, and finish work executed to a museum-quality standard. These aren't spec home features — they require a builder with the expertise and relationships to deliver them flawlessly.
  • Can JB Builders build a home at the level featured in major publications? +
    Yes. JB Builders constructs luxury custom homes throughout Los Angeles to the same standard of design and craftsmanship seen in Architectural Digest, the LA Times, and Variety. Founder Jonathan Azal brings over 20 years of high-end residential and commercial construction experience in Los Angeles to every project — along with the subcontractor relationships, material sourcing, and technical expertise that trophy-level construction demands. Start a conversation to discuss your vision.
  • How do I build a luxury home in Los Angeles that stands out? +
    A truly standout Los Angeles luxury home begins with choosing the right builder before you choose your architect. The contractor you hire shapes the entire project — from how your budget is managed to how your design vision is executed in the field. JB Builders partners with clients, architects, and designers from the earliest stages to ensure your home is not just beautiful but structurally exceptional, efficiently built, and built to endure for generations. Call Jonathan at 818-402-4772 to get started.

Build at the Level That Gets Noticed

The homes that attract media attention aren’t accidents. They’re built by contractors who treat every detail as a reflection of the whole. Begin a conversation with Jonathan Azal and the JB Builders team today.

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