Business Details
19 Years
experience
Custom Coastal Luxury Homes in San Diego | Flagg Coastal Homes Coastal Homes
Flagg Coastal Homes Coastal Homes is a premier Design/Build firm established in 2007, specializing in luxury waterfront homes across San Diego's coastal regions. Our expertise lies in crafting timeless coastal luxury through meticulous material selection tailored to withstand marine environments. With over 75 completed projects in sought-after locations like Coronado, Encinitas, and Del Mar, we combine architectural innovation with decades of local market knowledge. Recognized by Houzz and featured in Coastal Living Magazine's National Show House in 2014, our work has attracted thousands of visitors and industry acclaim.Our sister company, Flagship Properties, enhances our service offering with boutique luxury real estate expertise, maintaining market leadership in Coronado waterfront properties. Our team's military, architectural, and construction backgrounds ensure rigorous attention to detail and client satisfaction in every project.
Services
Design/Build Services
Luxury Waterfront Homes
Coastal Construction
Custom Home Building
Real Estate Brokerage
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We specialize in coastal construction with materials designed for marine environments
- Our portfolio includes 75+ luxury homes in prime San Diego coastal locations
- Recognized by Coastal Living Magazine as National Show House in 2014
- Sister company Flagship Properties provides integrated real estate expertise
- Founders and leaders bring 40+ years combined military and construction experience
Associations and certifications
- California Contractor License
- Houzz Awards
What people say
Houzz Awards
National Show House 2014
Top Design-Builder
Market share leadership
Featured in Coastal Living
Services
Design/Build Services
Our integrated Design/Build approach creates cohesive luxury coastal homes. We handle architectural design and construction under one roof, ensuring seamless execution from concept to completion. Clients benefit from streamlined communication and accountability throughout the building process.
Luxury Waterfront Homes
We specialize in high-end waterfront properties that maximize coastal views and lifestyle. Our homes feature premium materials and craftsmanship tailored to marine environments. Each residence combines aesthetic appeal with functional design for coastal living.
Coastal Construction
Our coastal construction expertise addresses unique challenges of seaside environments. We use corrosion-resistant materials and construction techniques that withstand salt air and moisture. This specialization ensures long-term durability and low maintenance for coastal properties.
Custom Home Building
We create fully customized luxury homes tailored to specific sites and client needs. Our process focuses on creating family heirlooms with attention to detail and architectural integrity. Each home reflects the owner's vision while maintaining coastal design principles.
Real Estate Brokerage
Through Flagship Properties, we offer boutique real estate services for luxury coastal properties. Our expertise includes marketing waterfront homes and representing buyers in exclusive markets. We maintain market leadership in Coronado's waterfront property segment.
People
Brian Gilhooly
CEO
Former Navy SEAL and FBI agent with 21-year law enforcement career. Joined Flagg Coastal Homes Coastal Homes in 2023 with leadership experience in infrastructure projects and national security. Graduated from US Naval Academy and served in Coronado since 1995.
John O'Brien
Founder and Brand Manager
40+ years real estate experience with military background in Coastal River Squadron. Founded Flagg Coastal Homes Coastal Homes and Flagship entities. Recognized for Blackhorse La Jolla project and industry leadership. Oversees brand strategy and development.
Dorian Lytle
Project Designer
Licensed architect with graduate degree from NewSchool of Architecture. Class valedictorian and AIA medal recipient. Specializes in coastal design aesthetics. Brings Northeast coastal architectural influences to California projects.
Martin Brown
VP Operations
St. Lucia native with 20-year career at Flagg Coastal Homes Coastal Homes. Started as apprentice, became licensed contractor in 2005. Managed 70+ luxury homes valued $500k-$20M. Promoted to VP Operations in 2023.
Carrie O'Brien
Co-Founder, Flagship Properties
Stanford graduate with UCLA MBA and psychology master's. Built Flagship into top Coronado boutique agency. Ranked top 5 broker on island. Closed $45M annually with focus on waterfront properties.
Questions
What areas do you specialize in for coastal home construction?
We focus exclusively on San Diego's coastal regions including Coronado, Encinitas, Del Mar, and La Playa in Point Loma.
How long have you been building coastal homes?
Since 2007, we've completed over 75 luxury coastal homes with specialized materials for marine environments.
What makes your coastal construction different?
We use materials specifically engineered to withstand coastal conditions, combining architectural aesthetics with durability.
Do you offer integrated real estate services?
Yes, through our sister company Flagship Properties, we provide luxury real estate brokerage services in Coronado.
Have you received industry recognition?
We've earned 22 Houzz awards and were featured as Coastal Living Magazine's National Show House in 2014.
Can you handle custom design requests?
Our Design/Build team creates custom family heirlooms tailored to specific coastal locations and client preferences.
