About Us

Dedicated to building with purpose, precision, and lasting value across Los Angeles.

Commitment. Craftsmanship. Clarity.

Jacob Shapiro Construction Co. is a boutique general-contracting firm based in Los Angeles, focused on high-end retail, hospitality, and medical-commercial spaces. We pair meticulous craftsmanship with white-glove service, delivering turnkey builds that look as refined behind the walls as they do on opening day.

Our Story

What began as a single showroom renovation on Melrose has grown into a portfolio of flagship stores, celebrity clinics, and award-winning restaurants across Southern California. At our core is a simple promise: we treat every square foot like it’s the only one that matters—because for our clients, it is.

Jacob Shapiro

Jacob Shapiro is an innovative and driven boutique general contractor specializing in high-end retail and commercial constructions, where precision, luxury, and high-spec details define every project. With a keen eye for quality and an unwavering commitment to customer service, Jacob ensures that each build not only meets but exceeds client expectations, transforming visions into flawless realities.

Jacob’s journey in construction began in sales, where he quickly realized that closing deals means nothing without impeccable execution. This insight propelled him to immerse himself in the intricacies of the trade, mastering the grind of on-site management, material sourcing, and fine-tuned craftsmanship. By prioritizing meticulous attention to detail and a perfectionist approach, he has built a reputation for delivering projects that blend functionality with sophistication, all while fostering strong, collaborative relationships with clients.

As an up-and-coming leader in the industry, Jacob Shapiro is dedicated to elevating boutique construction standards, one satisfied customer at a time.

Tom Kimble

Tom is a seasoned industry veteran and boutique general contractor with a storied career spanning decades, having successfully completed over 150 commercial projects that stand as testaments to his expertise and reliability. Specializing in the intricate demands of medical clinics and restaurants, Tom excels in navigating complex regulations, ensuring compliance with health codes, safety standards, and operational efficiencies that are critical to these high-stakes environments. As a steadfast advocate for time-honored construction practices and rigorous adherence to regulations, he brings a disciplined, no-nonsense approach that prioritizes safety, durability, and long-term value in every build.

Tom’s partnership with Jacob Shapiro is a match made in heaven, blending Tom’s deep-rooted experience and regulatory prowess with Jacob’s innovative sales-driven execution and attention to detail. Together, they form a dynamic duo that delivers unparalleled results, earning rave reviews from clients who benefit from seamless, high-spec constructions that are both visionary and impeccably compliant. With Tom at the helm of regulatory mastery, their boutique firm continues to set new benchmarks in retail and commercial excellence.

Jacob Shapiro

Jacob Shapiro is an innovative and driven boutique general contractor specializing in high-end retail and commercial constructions, where precision, luxury, and high-spec details define every project. With a keen eye for quality and an unwavering commitment to customer service, Jacob ensures that each build not only meets but exceeds client expectations, transforming visions into flawless realities.

Jacob’s journey in construction began in sales, where he quickly realized that closing deals means nothing without impeccable execution. This insight propelled him to immerse himself in the intricacies of the trade, mastering the grind of on-site management, material sourcing, and fine-tuned craftsmanship. By prioritizing meticulous attention to detail and a perfectionist approach, he has built a reputation for delivering projects that blend functionality with sophistication, all while fostering strong, collaborative relationships with clients.

As an up-and-coming leader in the industry, Jacob Shapiro is dedicated to elevating boutique construction standards, one satisfied customer at a time.

Tom Kimble

Tom is a seasoned industry veteran and boutique general contractor with a storied career spanning decades, having successfully completed over 150 commercial projects that stand as testaments to his expertise and reliability. Specializing in the intricate demands of medical clinics and restaurants, Tom excels in navigating complex regulations, ensuring compliance with health codes, safety standards, and operational efficiencies that are critical to these high-stakes environments. As a steadfast advocate for time-honored construction practices and rigorous adherence to regulations, he brings a disciplined, no-nonsense approach that prioritizes safety, durability, and long-term value in every build.

Tom’s partnership with Jacob Shapiro is a match made in heaven, blending Tom’s deep-rooted experience and regulatory prowess with Jacob’s innovative sales-driven execution and attention to detail. Together, they form a dynamic duo that delivers unparalleled results, earning rave reviews from clients who benefit from seamless, high-spec constructions that are both visionary and impeccably compliant. With Tom at the helm of regulatory mastery, their boutique firm continues to set new benchmarks in retail and commercial excellence.

Our Services

Retail Flagships

Ground-up or tenant improvements for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands.

Medical & Wellness Clinics

Procedure rooms, imaging suites, oxygen & med-gas systems, sterile finishes.

Hospitality & Restaurants

Kitchens, FOH/BOH integration, health-department compliance.

Adaptive Re-Use & TI

Converting legacy spaces into vibrant, revenue-generating destinations.