Doug Kimmelman’s $170M Lulu’s Place Near LAX Tops Out as 34-Acre Westchester Campus Takes Shape

Key Points

• $170 million philanthropic campus rising on 34 acres in Westchester
• 25,000-square-foot TGR Foundation learning lab anchors education component
• 24 tennis courts and multi-sport fields activate major infill land near LAX

What 34 Acres of Activated Land Means for Westchester

In a land-constrained Westside submarket, activating 34 contiguous acres is significant. Even though this is a philanthropic project, the scale alone changes the long-term trajectory of surrounding parcels. Large civic campuses create permanent infrastructure, steady foot traffic, and long-term neighborhood identity. For nearby property owners, that often translates into stronger positioning over time.

What the Topping Off Means for Project Momentum

A recent topping-off ceremony marked the final beam placement on the 13,000-square-foot Welcome Center. That milestone signals vertical progress and continued capital commitment. The Welcome Center will serve as the gateway to 24 tennis courts, eight multi-use courts, soccer fields, playground areas, walking paths, and a dog park. The scale of programming positions the campus as a regional draw rather than a hyperlocal amenity. Founder and chairman Doug Kimmelman said the project is designed to expand opportunity through athletics and education.

What the TGR Foundation Brings to the Development

A 25,000-square-foot learning lab sponsored by the TGR Foundation anchors the academic component. Institutional and philanthropic backers include the United States Tennis Association, Cedars Sinai, Providence, the Ballmer Group, the Walt Disney Company, and the Los Angeles Chargers Impact Fund, which recently committed an additional $2.5 million. The development team includes DPR Construction, Lincoln Property Co., and Rios as designers, bringing institutional execution to a nonprofit-driven vision.

What This Means for Investors Watching the LAX Corridor

While Lulu’s Place is not a traditional income-producing asset, it reinforces continued capital inflows into Westchester. The LAX-adjacent corridor remains a long-term growth zone driven by infrastructure, aviation, and residential demand. In a market where developable land is scarce, even mission-driven projects can influence adjacent valuations and future mixed-use potential. The broader takeaway is clear. Large-scale land transformations near LAX continue to reshape Westside fundamentals.