Dedicated to
Sustainable Excellence
Founded on transparency and operational excellence, Ideal Residence combines innovative design with high-performance sustainable practices to revitalize Los Angeles neighborhoods. Led by Lara Okunubi, our multidisciplinary team of architects and project managers ensures every development—from transit-oriented housing to luxury mixed-use spaces—delivers long-term investor value and a superior urban living experience.
Why Choose Us
At Ideal Residence, we’re more than, developers we’re visionaries shaping the future of urban living. Here’s what sets us apart:
A strong portfolio of completed urban developments across Los Angeles.
Eco-friendly, energy-efficient solutions built for the future.
Full-service development, seamless from concept to completion.
Strategically built in sought-after areas of California.

Leading Luxury
Apartment Developer
Shaping Communities with Vision and Heart
Our Mission
At Ideal Residence, our mission is to redefine urban living by designing and developing innovative, sustainable apartment communities that enhance lifestyles and foster thriving neighborhoods. We are committed to delivering exceptional quality, creating long-term value for investors, and building homes where residents feel truly connected and inspired.
Projects underway
Our Vision
To be the leading real estate developer in California, recognized for transforming cityscapes with thoughtfully crafted residential spaces that prioritize sustainability, modern design, and community well-being. We aspire to set new standards in multi-family living, blending cutting-edge technology with eco-friendly practices to create vibrant, enduring communities.
Developer
Lara is a graduate of Business Administration, BSc and MBA. Certified by Cornell University in Measuring and Improving Business Performance.
Certified in Project Management for Non-profit. Certified in Person-centered Thinking and PC Plan Facilitation, she provides coaching, consultation, mentoring, and training to organizations from a person-centered perspective to help inform both leadership and workforce on competencies for desired growth and success.
Lara is the CEO/Executive Director of NAPAC Capacity Development Initiatives (NAPAC-CDI), Ideal Milestones, and Ideal Program Services. She is also a community advocate and founder of Compassion Without Borders. She’s a member of several organizations advancing quality of life for people with disabilities. Lara Okunubi is a happy mother of four, a successful entrepreneur, and a dedicated philanthropist.
Lara is passionate about contributing to and transforming lives. One of her guiding mantras is: “When support improves, outcomes will increase” — a principle that has distinguished her as an effective leader and advocate for empowerment and systems change.