Across Los Angeles and the broader United States, the luxury housing market continues to accelerate, shaped by more personalized homes that encapsulate an architectural identity. In areas like Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Mar Vista, and Westwood, homes are often required to reflect craftsmanship and individuality. That is something Farbod Phil Rezvani, founder of Di Nalli Construction, has witnessed firsthand, adding how the shift has created space for builders to reject volume-driven construction in favor of long-term value.
Rezvani, who operates as an architect, contractor, real estate broker, and construction manager, believes that this uncommon combination allows him to oversee nearly every stage of development internally. He says, "Other developers hire an architect. Some hire an interior designer. Some even hire a contractor. But I've built a practice wearing all these hats within the same development realm."
He notes that this integrated structure has become one of Di Nalli Construction's defining advantages. Rezvani says that he designs the homes himself, stamps the drawings, manages permitting, oversees structural execution, curates interior finishes, and directs construction through completion. According to him, the company's projects range from luxury single-family residences to multifamily developments, with more than 220 apartment units currently spread across five active projects.
Residential construction only forms a fragment of Rezvani's background. After earning a professional architecture degree and a master's degree in architecture, he relocated to California, where he eventually managed large-scale construction programs. Later, he worked on construction defects, fraud investigations, and litigation support, an experience he notes sharpened his understanding of structural longevity and accountability.
He says, "That taught me what it takes to build quality products, and to be able to put a house together for longevity." That ethos has continued to attach itself to every Di Nalli property. Rezvani notes installing a bronze plaque at each completed home, bearing the company's name. He views that as a statement of responsibility and accountability. "Building a brand is very important to me. I'm not forming an LLC and dissolving it after building a house. I carry the liability that comes with it, and that reflects in the plaque I put on every house. I want people to know it's me," he says.
Inside the homes, Di Nalli's approach departs from standardized luxury construction. Rezvani explains that he refuses to treat homes as interchangeable products with limited finish packages or replicated layouts. Instead, each property is developed with its own architectural identity. "When I'm designing a house, I develop a language for it," he explains. "Maybe it becomes a white oak house, or it has a specific texture or tone. That language carries through the entire property, interior and exterior."
Custom fabrication, he notes, plays a major role in achieving that consistency. Cabinetry, front doors, trim work, hardware, and architectural detailing are often designed internally and manufactured specifically for each project. Rezvani highlights that solid-core eight-foot doors are constructed to replace standard residential specifications. Cabinet hardware is sometimes hand-drawn by Rezvani before fabrication. Landscaping, exterior planning, and site work are also coordinated internally. He says, "We pay attention to how a cabinet meets a wall, or how a door frame comes together. If something isn't done right, my team knows it has to be redone."
Rezvani carries that attention to detail across his entire internal network. He notes how the firm works with a large group of subcontractors, many of whom have collaborated with Rezvani for years. In his view, the culture resembles an established operating ecosystem built around trust and technical experience. "Work with people you like, and work with integrity-driven, quality-driven people," Rezvani says. "That's always been my philosophy."
The company recently expanded further through the acquisition of Appliance and Plumbing by DiNali (APD), a subsidiary specializing in luxury appliances and plumbing finishes. According to Rezvani, the move was aimed at strengthening Di Nalli's control over timelines, sourcing, and material quality, particularly for premium brands and custom finish selections. "It can help us to do more with less, allowing us to provide shorter timelines and give us more control over quality," he explains.
Attention is now shifting heavily toward Pacific Palisades, which has been under strain after the 2025 wildfires. There, Rezvani sees long-term opportunity in rebuilding and redevelopment. According to Rezvani, three active homes are already underway there, and he believes the neighborhood represents the future of Los Angeles luxury living. He says, "I believe in Palisades wholeheartedly. I think it will become even stronger as more development happens."
His long-term vision involves creating full residential collections that share architectural continuity without sacrificing individuality. Rezvani refers to some neighboring projects as 'sister homes,' connected through materiality and spatial language while remaining distinctly designed properties. "I don't want houses to look the same," he says. "But I want them to carry the same feeling through them."
Di Nalli Construction, as Rezvani affirms, has taken the oath to not build more, but build better. Throughout Los Angeles' next chapter, he believes that is the only ambition that can make a difference.
