About us
We are a boutique, full-service construction firm specializing in high-end custom and spec homes in Hermosa and Manhattan Beach.
At RJ Smith Construction, our team of dedicated builders and project managers are personally invested in every project from concept to completion. We take pride in our meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that each home is not only beautifully designed but also exceptionally functional. With a highly personalized and creative approach, we seamlessly blend innovative design elements with superior craftsmanship, delivering a truly unique and enjoyable building experience.
Our portfolio includes homes built for professional athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs, each tailored to reflect their distinct lifestyles and preferences. This fusion of visionary design and passion for custom homebuilding ensures that every RJ Smith Construction project stands apart as a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
RJ Smith
Founder
RJ Smith, founder of RJ Smith Construction, a boutique construction firm renowned for crafting unique, high-quality homes in California’s South Bay, particularly in Hermosa and Manhattan Beach, was born and raised in Redondo Beach, California.
From a young age, RJ aspired to build and design custom homes, drawing inspiration from his mother, a designer, and his stepfather, a custom builder.
Robin Smith
Founder/Realtor
As Co-Owner of RJ Smith Construction, Robin leverages her real estate expertise to guide both the acquisition of new lots and the successful sale of completed builds, bringing valuable insight to every stage of the development process. With a warm smile, zest for life, and intrepid spirit, Robin and real estate were a natural fit.
Rola Benson
Director of Operations
With over three decades of corporate-level experience in real estate, Rola brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep appreciation for the power of relationships to her role as Director of Operations at RJ Smith Construction. She firmly believes that genuine connection fosters opportunity and approaches every interaction with an open heart and mind.
Pat Leighton
Finance Director
Pat is the driving force behind the numbers at RJ Smith Construction, heading up our accounting team with over 20 years of experience in escrow, real estate, and property management.
She’s passionate about the details and understands how critical sound financial processes are to bringing our clients’ dream homes to life.
Nina Law
Project Accountant
Nina, who joined our team as office manager in early 2024, has seamlessly transitioned to the accounting department as a Project Accountant, quickly proving to be a valuable asset.
Her enthusiasm for learning and her willingness to lend a hand wherever needed have made her an integral part of the team.
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An oldie but a goodie as they say — as featured in Architectural Digest.
Interior Design: @klinteriors
Construction: @rjsmithco
Photography: @douglasfriedman
You`ve built a career. You`ve earned success. You know what excellent service looks like and you`re not willing to settle for less just because "construction is stressful."
It doesn`t have to be.
At RJ Smith Co, we don`t expect you to project-manage your own home. That`s our job. Proactive communication. Transparent timelines. Managing the process and working collaboratively with architects, designers, and vendors so you can focus on the decisions that matter—not chasing people down.
You`ve earned the right to build your dream home without it becoming a second job. We built our business around making that possible.
If that resonates, our team is waiting. Link in bio.
25+ years building in the South Bay. Hundreds of decisions on every project. A network of architects, designers, and craftspeople who know exactly what this community deserves.
This is our home too. We build accordingly.
Interior Design: @auslandinteriors
Architect: @jfournierdesign
Builder: @rjsmithco
Photography: @samfroststudio
Styling: @catdash
We don`t do cluttered exteriors. Every slope and drain on this build was meticulously planned to ensure the home’s profile remains sharp, and the craftsmanship stays front and center.







































