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Philosophy

Architecture as
a Form of Care

We founded Real Estate on a single conviction: that the design of a home is an act of profound responsibility. The spaces we create do not merely shelter — they shape daily life, foster well-being, and endure as testaments to a moment in architectural culture. Every decision we make, from the selection of stone to the angle of a window reveal, is made in service of those who will ultimately live within these walls.

Architectural philosophy — light and space
City context — skyline at dawn

Our History

2008

Founded in New York

Established with the singular aim of redefining luxury residential development in Manhattan, combining architectural excellence with an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship.

2012

First Landmark Completion

Completion of One River House, Hudson Yards — awarded the AIA Housing Award and recognised by Architectural Digest as the finest new residential address in the city.

2016

Crown Tower Unveiled

432 Crown Tower topped out at 67 floors, becoming one of the slenderest residential towers in the world. A collaboration with a Pritzker Prize-winning atelier.

2020

Expanding the Portfolio

Launched three simultaneous developments across Tribeca, Brooklyn, and the Upper East Side — each conceived with a distinct architectural identity and locally responsive material palette.

2024

A New Standard

Announced two new flagship developments and received the Urban Land Institute Award for Excellence — the industry's highest recognition for responsible development practice.

The Team

James Whitmore
James Whitmore
Founder & CEO
Claire Beaumont
Claire Beaumont
Design Director
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Head of Architecture
Sophie Laurent
Sophie Laurent
Private Sales Director

Collaborators & Architects

Partners in Excellence

We work with the world's most respected architecture firms, interior designers, and landscape architects. Our collaborations are selected not by reputation alone, but by shared values: precision, restraint, and a belief that beauty is never accidental.

Interior craftsmanship — light and stone