Caruso develops and operates retail centers, luxury residences, offices, mixed-use town destinations, and resorts in Southern California, serving shoppers, residents, office tenants, hotel guests, restaurant patrons, and surrounding communities through hospitality-focused real-estate ownership and development.
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AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Miramar Beach MontecitoMontecito161 units | 8.5/ 10 | 8.2/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.7/5 · 398 reviews · tripadvisor.in Tripadvisor publishes 4.7/5 from 398 reviews. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 8.2. | 7.9/ 10 Tripadvisor 4.8/5, 4.2/5, 4.9/5, 4.3/5, 4.8/5 · 398 reviews · tripadvisor.in Combined from 5 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 7.9. |
Google's 4.7/5 from 1,105 reviews is the largest qualifying review base and converts to 8.5/10 under the specified curve. Tripadvisor's 4.5/5 from 440 reviews supports the high level, while Yelp is materially lower but has a much smaller base; recurring complaints concern service execution and value rather than structural failure, so structure remains unevidenced as a scored dimension. | Not found in sources: No recurring structural failure reported · No recurring plumbing issue reported · No recurring HVAC issue reported · No recurring electrical issue reported | ||
Published reviews consistently describe the physical property as exceptionally attractive and maintained: guests mention “immaculate wood floors,” “gorgeous” grounds and spacious, well-appointed rooms. The evidence does not establish a recurring failure in the framework, plumbing, HVAC or electrical systems; one 2026 review instead reported beach oil slicks and another isolated review mentioned stained carpets, which are not evidence of a building-systems defect. | Day-to-day guest feedback is mostly excellent: Google excerpts describe “spectacular” service, very clean rooms and kind, professional staff, while Tripadvisor reviewers praise the beach, grounds and staff who “go above and beyond.” The negative evidence is operational rather than structural: one 2026 guest waited nearly two hours for a room and reported duplicate billing and weak breakfast service, while another said glasses and food remained around the pool for hours; the published Tripadvisor summary accordingly calls service “hit or miss.” | ||
| Palisades VillagePacific Palisades, Los Angeles8 units | 6.4/ 10 | —/ 10 | 6.4/ 10 |
Yelp’s 3.8/5 rating from 78 reviews is the only published building-specific aggregate located and therefore sets the level; converted on the requested curve, it gives 6.4/10. The written commentary is favorable about the architecture, park, shopping and family use, but the 2018 community evidence raises moderate parking and validation problems, so no material upward adjustment is warranted. | Not found in sources: No post-occupancy systems review · No current condition evidence | ||
The available local review says, “I was very impressed with the architecture and the overall structure.” A 2018 project report records Caruso’s commitments to LEED Gold, theater soundproofing and rooftop solar, but also reports resident questions about transformer placement and a discrepancy between the planned 7,865-square-foot park and a later 5,600-square-foot projection; these are original-project evidence, not confirmation of current performance. | Review evidence describes Palisades Village as a “go to” destination for Westside families, with a park where “kids and dogs” play and boutiques offering “personal, competent service.” The main operational complaint in the community letter was parking: residents reported employee and customer street parking, while the letter says validation rules were unclear and the garage was not being used because of cost; Yelp’s published aggregate was 3.8/5 from 78 reviews. |
Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States, with an office in Glendale.
A multi-year collaboration adds two showrooms, portfolio-wide charging, event sponsorship and activations.
Rosewood was appointed by Caruso Affiliated to manage Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito.
The partnership brings cryptocurrency, NFTs and blockchain applications to Caruso properties.
Netflix and Caruso partnered to keep the Bay Theater in Palisades Village open.
AMASS supplies premium hand sanitizer, soap and lotion across Caruso properties.
The partners presented a Studio 526 art exhibition at The Grove benefiting the artists and the nonprofit art program.
Silverton partnered with Caruso on the Spacca Tutto Italian American steakhouse concept at Palisades Village.
River Jetty is partnering with Nancy Silverton and Caruso on Spacca Tutto at Palisades Village.
New Tradition Media partners with Caruso to represent its out-of-home media portfolio.
The city joined a public-private partnership to fund rebuilding and redesign of the Palisades Recreation Center.
The multi-year collaboration expands Rivian’s footprint in Southern California with two new showrooms, a presenting sponsorship of the annual “Christmas at The Grove” holiday spectacular, and over 150 public DC fast chargers to be rolled out across Caruso portfolio over the next year.
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by Caruso Affiliated, one of the largest, privately held real estate development companies in the U.S., to manage Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito which will open in 2018 as Rosewood’s third property in California.
This partnership marks the beginning of a holistic, long-term relationship intended to bring cryptocurrency, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and blockchain applications to Caruso properties as a way to engage the millions of visitors throughout their ecosystem.
Netflix and Caruso announced today that the entertainment company will keep the legendary Bay Theater in Palisades Village open in a first of its kind partnership.
Businessman Rick Caruso's organization Steadfast LA, the LA Strong Sports Foundation, Mayor Karen Bass and the city of LA are coming together for a public-private partnership. The partnership will fund the rebuilding and redesign of the recreation center.
Now through February 26, ten works of art by nine artists will be on display and available for purchase in The Grove’s Grand Lobby, with 100% of proceeds benefitting the artist and Studio 526, The People Concern’s art program.
James Beard Award winning chef Nancy Silverton in partnership with Caruso announce plans to open Spacca Tutto—a new Italian American steakhouse concept—at Caruso’s Palisades Village in the heart of the Pacific Palisades, Calif.
James Beard Award winning chef Nancy Silverton in partnership with Caruso announce plans to open Spacca Tutto—a new Italian American steakhouse concept—at Caruso’s Palisades Village in the heart of the Pacific Palisades, Calif.
This week, New Tradition Media significantly expanded its premium asset footprint in Los Angeles, partnering with Caruso to represent its Out-of-Home media portfolio, one of the most prominent networks in the country, and deliver access and connections to high profile audiences.
| COMPANY NUMBER | 199128200005 California Secretary of State, Business Programs Division · United States · Active |
| United States | active 2 projects tracked |
| Hotel | 1 of 2 |
| Mixed use | 1 of 2 |
| Retail | 1 of 2 |
| Residential, for rent | 1 of 2 |
I love public service. I think public service is a really great thing.Commercial Observer 2025-06-20https://commercialobserver.com/2025/06/rick-caruso-la-fires-connect-cre/
He earned a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business.
He earned a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business.
...a Juris Doctorate as a Margaret Martin Block Scholar from Pepperdine School of Law.
He earned a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business and a Juris Doctorate as a Margaret Martin Block Scholar from Pepperdine School of Law.
Rick Caruso
Founder and Executive Chairman at Caruso
In 2018, Caruso was asked to serve as Chair of the University Southern California’s (USC’s) Board of Trustees.
Caruso started his career as a real-estate lawyer in the corporate finance department of one of the nation’s largest law firms.
June 20, 2025 2:30 pm
Rick Caruso Talks COVID, L.A. Fire Response and His Political Future – Commercial Observer
I love public service. I think public service is a really great thing.
Rick Caruso Talks COVID, L.A. Fire Response and His Political Future – Commercial Observer
As its Founder and Executive Chairman, he has developed Caruso® to be one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate companies in the United States.
establishing Caruso Affiliated Holdings in 1987.
As its Founder and Executive Chairman, he has developed Caruso® to be one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate companies in the United States.
As its Founder and Executive Chairman, he has developed Caruso®
As its Founder and Executive Chairman, he has developed Caruso®
Caruso started his career as a real-estate lawyer in the corporate finance department of one of the nation’s largest law firms.
As its Founder and Executive Chairman, he has developed Caruso® to be one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate companies in the United States.
I love to work on anything new and different that I’ve never done before.The Real Deal 2025-11-03https://therealdeal.com/magazine/november-2025/the-closing-corinne-verdery/
Corinne Verdery graduated from USC School of Architecture with a Pepperdine University’s Graziadio Business School.
Corinne Verdery graduated from USC School of Architecture with a Pepperdine University’s Graziadio Business School.
Corinne Verdery Chief Executive Officer
[Chief Executive Officer] (Current)
Advisor to Steadfast LA; Board of Adventist Health Glendale Foundation; Board of Trustees, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Prior to Caruso, Corinne Verdery worked at NBCUniversal.
Prior to Caruso, Corinne Verdery worked at Alagem Capital Group.
November 3, 2025
Closing Interview With Caruso CEO Corinne Verdery
I love to work on anything new and different that I’ve never done before.
Closing Interview With Caruso CEO Corinne Verdery
### Corinne Verdery Chief Executive Officer
Verdery joined Caruso in 2016.
Corinne Verdery serves as Chief Executive Officer of Caruso, one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate development and management companies in the U.S.
Corinne Verdery serves as Chief Executive Officer of Caruso, one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate development and management companies in the U.S.
Corinne Verdery serves as Chief Executive Officer of Caruso, one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate development and management companies in the U.S.
NBCUniversal
Corinne Verdery serves as Chief Executive Officer of Caruso, one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate development and management companies in the U.S.
Corinne Verdery serves as Chief Executive Officer of Caruso, one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate development and management companies in the U.S.
Corinne Verdery serves as Chief Executive Officer of Caruso, one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate development and management companies in the U.S.
### Corinne Verdery Chief Executive Officer
I came to San Diego State having never visited it before.San Diego State University 2025-03-14https://psfa.sdsu.edu/news/2025/jackie-levys-path-to-leadership
Jackie Levy graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications.
Jackie Levy graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications.
Jackie Levy Chief Financial & Revenue Officer
[Chief Financial & Revenue Officer] (Current)
Levy began his career in the shopping center industry at Westfield.
Levy began his career in the shopping center industry at Castle Communications.
March 14, 2025
Jackie Levy’s path to leadership | PSFA | SDSU
“I came to San Diego State having never visited it before,” recalled Levy.
Jackie Levy’s path to leadership | PSFA | SDSU
### Jackie Levy Chief Financial & Revenue Officer
Levy began his career
As Chief Financial and Revenue Officer, Jackie Levy serves as a key executive team member, trusted CEO advisor, and strategic business partner to support the Company’s financial vision
As Chief Financial and Revenue Officer, Jackie Levy serves as a key executive team member, trusted CEO advisor, and strategic business partner to support the Company’s financial vision
As Chief Financial and Revenue Officer, Jackie Levy serves as a key executive team member, trusted CEO advisor, and strategic business partner to support the Company’s financial vision
Westfield
As Chief Financial and Revenue Officer, Jackie Levy serves as a key executive team member, trusted CEO advisor, and strategic business partner to support the Company’s financial vision
As Chief Financial and Revenue Officer, Jackie Levy serves as a key executive team member, trusted CEO advisor, and strategic business partner to support the Company’s financial vision
### Jackie Levy Chief Financial & Revenue Officer
Ben Howell graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Modern Thought and Literature.
Ben Howell graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Modern Thought and Literature.
Ben Howell Chief Business Officer & General Counsel
[Chief Business Officer & General Counsel] (Current)
Board of Larchmont Charter School
Previously, he was an attorney at Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP.
### Ben Howell Chief Business Officer & General Counsel
Since joining the company in 2012
Ben Howell oversees Caruso’s legal affairs, representing Caruso and directing its outside counsel in the company’s acquisition and financing transactions as well as its litigated matters.
Ben Howell oversees Caruso’s legal affairs, representing Caruso and directing its outside counsel in the company’s acquisition and financing transactions as well as its litigated matters.
Ben Howell oversees Caruso’s legal affairs, representing Caruso and directing its outside counsel in the company’s acquisition and financing transactions as well as its litigated matters.
Ben Howell oversees Caruso’s legal affairs, representing Caruso and directing its outside counsel in the company’s acquisition and financing transactions as well as its litigated matters.
Ben Howell oversees Caruso’s legal affairs, representing Caruso and directing its outside counsel in the company’s acquisition and financing transactions as well as its litigated matters.
Ben Howell oversees Caruso’s legal affairs, representing Caruso and directing its outside counsel in the company’s acquisition and financing transactions as well as its litigated matters.
### Ben Howell Chief Business Officer & General Counsel
Bryce Ross graduated from University of Michigan Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning with a Master of Architecture; focus in real estate development.
Bryce Ross graduated from University of Michigan Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning with a Master of Architecture; focus in real estate development.
Bryce Ross Chief Development Officer
[Chief Development Officer] (Current)
He came to Caruso from the Festival Companies.
He came to Caruso from the Westfield Group.
### Bryce Ross Chief Development Officer
Bryce Ross joined Caruso in 2010
Bryce Ross is responsible for the management and execution of the company’s development growth strategy and new project pipeline
Bryce Ross is responsible for the management and execution of the company’s development growth strategy and new project pipeline
Bryce Ross is responsible for the management and execution of the company’s development growth strategy and new project pipeline
Festival Companies
Westfield Group
Bryce Ross is responsible for the management and execution of the company’s development growth strategy and new project pipeline
### Bryce Ross Chief Development Officer
Sunil Watumull graduated from Pomona College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.
Sunil Watumull graduated from Pomona College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.
Sunil Watumull Chief Operating Officer
[Chief Operating Officer] (Current)
previous roles at Four Seasons.
previous roles at The Related Companies.
### Sunil Watumull Chief Operating Officer
Chief Operating Officer (Current) Feb 2026 - Present
Sunil Watumull is responsible for operations across Caruso’s portfolio of retail and residential properties.
Sunil Watumull is responsible for operations across Caruso’s portfolio of retail and residential properties.
Sunil Watumull is responsible for operations across Caruso’s portfolio of retail and residential properties.
Four Seasons
Sunil Watumull is responsible for operations across Caruso’s portfolio of retail and residential properties.
Sunil Watumull is responsible for operations across Caruso’s portfolio of retail and residential properties.
### Sunil Watumull Chief Operating Officer
0 undated completions and 1 boundary-uncertain completions are retained but excluded from figures.
| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito | Montecito, United States | hotel | 1611 | — | 212,000 sq ft | USD 200m contract value | — | 2015 | June 3, 2015 | Apr 2018 | Jan 2019 – Dec 2019 | +14.5 mo (+9.0 to +20.0) | sourced | completed |
| Palisades Village | Los Angeles, United States Pacific Palisades | mixed use, retail, residential for rent | 81 | — | 142,870 sq ft | USD 53m contract value | — | 2014 | December 4, 2014 | Sep 2017 – Dec 2017 | Jan 2018 – Dec 2018 | +8.0 mo (+1.0 to +15.0) | sourced | completed |
| Coverage | active |
| Tracked since | October 10, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 10, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 10, 2026 |
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