Designed with purpose. Built with precision.
Elevated design, uncompromising craftsmanship, and seamless coordination - all under one roof.
Our Approach
We are a dedicated team who believe exceptional homes are created with intention, clarity, and craftsmanship. As a full-service design-build firm, we bring architecture, interior design, and construction together under one roof — creating a streamlined process that keeps your project aligned from concept through completion.
Collaboration is at the core of everything we do. Through clear communication, thoughtful planning, and meticulous execution, we guide each construction project with transparency and purpose. The result is a refined, well-built home and an experience that feels organized, efficient, and genuinely collaborative from start to finish.
Who We Are
Whitman Design Build is a family-owned, full-service design-build firm creating thoughtfully designed, expertly crafted homes for discerning homeowners throughout the Inland Empire.
Founded by Matt Whitman, whose construction leadership spans more than three decades, the company is grounded in steady oversight, highly organized crews, and a disciplined approach that keeps every project running smoothly from start to finish. His hands-on experience and big-picture thinking ensure each home is built with precision, integrity, and lasting quality.
Design is led by Carla Whitman, an Inland Empire native with more than 35 years of experience delivering high-end, design-driven homes. Her refined eye and deep understanding of space, materials, and lifestyle bring a curated, cohesive vision to every project - transforming houses into homes that feel elevated, personal, and timeless.
Together with a trusted team of architects, engineers, and highly skilled craftsmen, we manage every detail from concept through completion, offering a seamless, organized experience and uncompromising quality.
Our mission is simple: to pair exceptional design with masterful construction, deliver with transparency and care, and create homes that are as enduring as they are beautiful.
What People Are Saying
“The overall design and implementation was easier and more stunning than we had anticipated. Although we wanted a new design on par with the level of home, budget was a consideration - and Carla and the team did their utmost to provide multiple options, ultimately landing on reasonably-priced fitting pieces. Unexpectedly, they also handled everything soup to nuts. In addition to the Interior, this also included a complete tear out and rebuild of hard/landscaping, all of which Carla's team facilitated. That was an added bonus!”
— D, Newport Beach“Your expertise and oversight were instrumental in resolving any, and all of the unexpected issues that came up. Also, your efforts to minimize any unforeseen costs that surfaced were very much appreciated”
— Phil, Newport Beach“Carla did an amazing job navigating the process of creating an ADU. She expertly guided me through the entire process including the planning, design, construction, and finish phases. to create the most beautiful space. Carla's talent in space planning was instrumental in creating an inviting and functional space with very limited square footage while her sense of style and attention to detail ensured the aesthetic of the finished product was stunning all while working within my budget parameters. Carla's expertise in sourcing and electing product samples along with her creative vision resulted in an elevated yet comfortable space. I could not be happier with the results and am looking forward to working with Carla on additional projects.”
— Cari, Newport Beach
Get in Touch
Whether you have a question, an idea, or just want to say hello, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help.