Urban Luxe Design + Project Planning, LLC

Lou Galarza

Partner | General Contractor | Designer | Industry Consultant

Lou, a DC area native, first discovered his passion for design and construction while spending summers working for his uncle's construction company. Once he finished college, he worked for several high-profile companies including Tyco Securities, where he oversaw large commercial and government buildout, providing both consulting and project management. An ace at his job, he stunned management when he decided to walk away to start his own residential construction company, LG Contracting, in 2007. While he loved his job, he desired the opportunity to embrace his creativity and incredible talent for design. Residential construction is the perfect fit for Lou. He treats every client as if they were family and always goes the extra mile to make sure each project is not only unique but also meets his high standards for quality craftsmanship. Urban Luxe is proud to have such a talented professional at its helm.

Brook Mitchell

Partner | Principal Designer | Industry Consultant

Brook was raised in the home industry. Her family included a contractor, a carpenter, a mason, and a realtor specializing in properties to be renovated. It’s no surprise that she has found a way to combine these fields and revolutionize the industry. In addition to her construction and design expertise, she is well-versed in ConTech (construction technology) and project management with a Construction Project Management certificate from Columbia University. She has been invited to speak at several global conferences concerning the future of technology in residential construction and design, the dire need for increased information security protocols in our industry, and the future of pen testing in smart home environments. She is also a consultant helping the trade grow their business by enhancing and expanding their design offerings, incorporating technology for efficiency and transparency, and revamping and expanding their project management platforms to be more effective and productive.