We design and develop luxury homes built for exceptional living

With an unwavering focus on craftsmanship and innovation, we combine timeless design, superior execution and unmatched sophistication.

Every home we create reflects our dedication to extraordinary spaces.

From the materials we select to the team we assemble, our projects are setting a new standard in luxury residential development.

Our commitment to quality, attention to detail, and collaboration with the best service providers in the industry ensures that every property embodies excellence and stands the test of time.

We are building the highest quality homes in the best markets in California

Leadership

  • Brett Northart

    Brett is a seasoned entrepreneur who has spent over 15 years as a founder, investor and executive. He is a partner at Riviera Development Company and the CEO of Lindsay Gerber Interiors, an award winning luxury residential interior design firm focused on $10-40mm+ homes in the Bay Area and beyond. Brett’s companies have built or renovated more than $250mm worth of residential real estate in the past 4 years. He brings a strategic balance to the firm’s creative pursuits by focusing on business development, finance, marketing, operations and partnerships.

    Prior to Riviera, Brett founded and scaled a tech startup into one of the largest subscription ecommerce companies in the world. During his decade long tenure as founder & President, Brett built a team of over 500 employees, grew the business from initial concept to hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue, and raised over $350mm from top-tier VC and PE firms such as Carlyle, Wells Fargo and Google Ventures. The business was also named to Y Combinator Top 100 Companies list in from 2017 to 2020.

    Outside of work, Brett is an active member of YPO (SF Bay Chapter) and has served on the chapter board in a variety of leadership roles.

  • Jack Herr

    Jack Herr is a real estate developer and entrepreneur based in the Bay Area. With nearly 15 years of experience in the development of residential and hospitality properties, he has consistently emphasized the integration of efficient building practices with sophisticated design principles.

    Prior to Riviera, Jack founded Stanley Development, a boutique luxury residential development firm based in St. Helena, CA. Under his leadership, the firm successfully executed over $60 million in ground up luxury residential projects and land entitlements across Napa Valley and Sonoma County just in the last few years, partnering with renowned architecture and interior design firms. Before to his success in luxury residential development, Jack played a key role at Lincoln Property Company in San Francisco, where he specialized in acquisitions and ground-up office developments.

    Jack is a past President of the Guardsmen, an organization dedicated to serving at-risk youth in the San Francisco Bay Area, and currently serves on the Board of Governors for the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco.

Our Approach

Luxury

We are focused exclusively on the luxury market, building the highest quality homes for the most discerning clients

Design Centric

Our projects are driven by innovative design - we work with the top designers & architects to ensure each home is unique and maximizes value

Off Market

We source off market deals from our extensive network of brokers, contractors, architects and service providers

All Cash

We minimize leverage, allowing us to close quickly, negotiate favorable terms and reduce overall project risk

In House

We are building a vertically integrated development company, bringing as much in house as possible and removing middlemen

What sets us apart

  • With 10+ years of experience focused on the luxury single family home market, we are focused on creating best in class residences for the most  discerning buyers. We create homes for those who value impeccable design, expert craftsmanship and the finest materials. 

  • We acquire undervalued properties in A+ locations and elevate them through thoughtful design, excellent craftsmanship and the finest materials. Our team leans in to the unique features of each property we purchase. The finishes are meticulously sourced from around the world to deliver the finest product and the floor plans are thoughtfully designed to optimize natural light, views and functionality.

  • We manage every facet of luxury real estate design and development process, from acquisition to architecture and interior design to construction and vendor management. This allows us to create a superior product on time, in budget and for a fraction of the cost of most custom homes. 

  • Our extensive connections and deep understanding of the Northern California luxury real estate market give us a distinct advantage in identifying the best deals and development opportunities.

  • Our team has designed and developed some of the most important single family residences in California. We are experts in creating one of a kind homes for the most sophisticated buyers.