Justin Krzyston

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Justin Krzyston is an American builder and designer. He is the founder and president of Stonehurst Group, Inc., a Los Angeles–based design-build firm specializing in luxury residential construction, bespoke remodels, and historic restorations. Krzyston has been noted for work on high-profile celebrity properties and landmark homes, including the Lloyd Wright–designed Samuel-Novarro House, Ellen DeGeneres’s former Beverly Hills estate, and Adam Lambert’s Hollywood Hills residence. His projects have been covered by Architectural Digest, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Luxe Interiors + Design, House Beautiful, The Real Deal, Los Angeles Times, Dwell, and Daily News.

Early life and career

Krzyston was born in Chicago and moved to Los Angeles in the early 2000s. He obtained his California general contractor’s license in 2005 and founded Stonehurst Group shortly thereafter. He has described his early experiences with poor-quality construction work as motivating him to pursue historic restorations with greater craftsmanship.

While in high school, Krzyston worked as a ball boy for the Chicago Bulls, appearing during the 1998 NBA All-Star Game broadcast. He later appeared as himself on HGTV programming, including episodes of Flea Market Flip (2012) and the special I Brake for Yard Sales (2012).

Stonehurst Group

Stonehurst Group is a boutique firm operating under a “design, build, manage” model that integrates architecture, construction, and property management. Its portfolio spans luxury remodels, hillside new builds, and restorations of architecturally significant homes in Beverly Hills, Malibu, Los Feliz, and the Hollywood Hills.

Aspire Design & Home profiled Krzyston in 2019, describing him as the “anti-contractor contractor” for his client-first approach and focus on transparency. Similarly, The Franklin Report, an industry review guide based on client evaluations, praised his meticulous organization, subcontractor management, and high standards for jobsite conduct, noting his reputation for integrity and client trust.

Notable projects

Samuel-Novarro House

In 2008, Krzyston undertook the restoration of the Samuel-Novarro House, a 1928 Mayan Revival–inspired residence in Los Feliz designed by Lloyd Wright, son of Frank Lloyd Wright. The home, designated Los Angeles Cultural Historic Monument #130, was originally commissioned by Louis Samuel and later owned by actor Ramón Novarro. Over the decades, it has been home to figures including Diane Keaton, Christina Ricci, Leonard Bernstein, Jerome Robbins, and Betty Comden.

Krzyston told Architectural Digest that he consulted Keaton during the restoration, who advised him to proceed slowly and retain the home’s original integrity. Dwell noted that his work preserved the property in keeping with Wright’s vision, while RealEstate.com.au reported that Krzyston retained much of Keaton’s earlier renovation.

Foster House

In 2019, Krzyston purchased the Foster House in Sherman Oaks, a 1,200-square-foot curvilinear residence designed by John Lautner in 1950. The property remained in the Foster family until its sale. Krzyston described the house as his “creative space” and “treehouse.”

Ellen DeGeneres’s former Alpine estate

In 2018, philanthropist Sue Gross purchased 960 North Alpine Drive in Beverly Hills from Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi. Gross hired Krzyston as her property manager and contractor to update the property, adding bathrooms, a hand-raked limestone fireplace, upgraded smart-home systems, and custom millwork.

984 North Alpine Drive

Also in 2018, Gross purchased a Hal Levitt–designed mid-century home at 984 North Alpine Drive for $20 million. She commissioned Krzyston, designer Sheldon Harte, and architect Tom Jackway for a full renovation. Krzyston told the Los Angeles Times the project would preserve the home’s integrity while modernizing its features. The resulting 6,500-square-foot estate sold in December 2024 for $33 million, achieving a record $5,024 per square foot in Beverly Hills.

Mulholland Drive estate

Between 2006 and 2018, Krzyston oversaw a twelve-year restoration of a 1926 Spanish Colonial Revival home on Mulholland Drive, once owned by actor Dan Duryea and later Bridget Fonda. Renovations included importing reclaimed Bordeaux roof tiles, restoring fireplaces and tiles, and reconfiguring interiors. Forbes reported the roof replacement alone cost six figures.

Adam Lambert residence

In 2018, Adam Lambert purchased a 5,000-square-foot spec home on North Kings Road in the Hollywood Hills. Krzyston reimagined the property with bold finishes, including a Silver Wave marble kitchen island, cobalt-glass chandelier, snakeskin-embossed leather, and a floating basalt fireplace. Forbes described the result as a “rock-star refuge,” quoting Krzyston on treating spec homes as creative canvases.

Other residential projects

Krzyston also served as general contractor for a 1930s Beverly Hills Colonial profiled by Luxe Interiors + Design. The remodel, led by architect Scott Alan Joyce, required recreating period moldings and details for historical continuity. Krzyston emphasized “taking time to honor the home’s integrity.”

Media coverage

Krzyston and Stonehurst Group’s work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Luxe Interiors + Design, House Beautiful, Dwell, Aspire Design & Home, The Real Deal, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Forbes, Daily Mail, and Daily News. He has also appeared on HGTV and DIY Network programs, including Flea Market Flip and I Brake for Yard Sales.

External links

• Justin Krzyston on IMDb

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