Our Team
Professionals You Can Trust
We have assembled the best and brightest professionals in the industry. Our team of Architects, Interior Designers, Builders, Estimators, Project Managers, Real Estate Specialists and Support Staff bring unparalleled experience and creative process to Jauregui's distinctive residential design/build.
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Luis Jauregui
PrincipalsPresident / Lead Architect & Builder
Luis Jauregui, A.I.A., is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a Masters Degree in Architecture and an undergraduate degree in Environmental Design. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Austin Chapter AIA.
Mr. Jauregui has provided exceptional leadership in the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin (HBA), serving as President in 1999 and as director for many consecutive years. He is also a member of the Greater Houston Builders Association. Luis is a member of The Custom Builder Council (HBA) which he helped to establish, and has served as its president. He has been appointed as a state and national director of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and was elected to NAHB's elite Builder 20, a nationally selected group of million dollar home builders.
Other past and present affiliations include the Austin Community College Foundation Board; Long Range Planning Committee of Eanes ISD; The Austin International Group, President; Mexic-Arte Museum Board; Caritas Clinic Board; and appointee to the Economic Development Commission to the City of Austin.
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Susan Jauregui
PrincipalsVP Sales & Marketing / Broker
Susan Jauregui is a respected Realtor/broker, G.R.I., dedicated professionally to assisting Jauregui clients in their new home needs. A graduate of Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Journalism, Susan's primary responsibilities are areas of Marketing, New Business and Brokerage. She is the initial contact for new clients and remains involved throughout the design/build process. Susan brings a Realtor's expertise to the sales and negotiations of our speculative homes, and is a strong advocate to our Realtor associates.
Susan is an active member in the Austin, Houston and San Antonio Boards of Realtors. Professional designations include the Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) candidate. Susan also serves on the board of Travis County Municipal Utility District #14.
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Jim Gandy
ArchitectureLead Architect
A ten year plus veteran at Jauregui, Jim Gandy, A.I.A., is a registered architect and lead project designer. As department head, Jim directs the architects and projects from preliminary design thru completed construction drawings.
Jim received his bachelor of architecture from the University of Minnesota in 1976. He brings invaluable experience of over 25 years in residential design to Jauregui.
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Maria Abarca
ArchitectureArchitect AIA, LEED AP
With over ten years at Jauregui, Maria brings a critical eye as an architect to project drawings and specifications. Her broad experience includes interfacing with project engineers and design review boards. Maria is a registered architect who is LEED AP certified. She holds both a Bachelor of Architecture and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Texas Tech University.
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Greg Burkett
ArchitectureArchitect
Before joining Jauregui, Greg Burkett worked with high end residential design firms in both Colorado and Houston. Greg brings an engineer's training to technical construction details, and is particularly knowledgeable in the area of structural framing systems.
Greg is a registered architect who earned dual degrees from Texas Tech University in Architecture and Civil Engineering.
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Tracey Smith
ArchitectureIntern Architect
Tracey Smith brings extensive years of residential design experience to Jauregui. She is very creative with floor plan and elevation studies, as well as knowledgeable in construction techniques and technical areas such as HVAC systems.
With an Associates Degree in drafting, Tracey has dedicated her career to high end home design.
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Crystal Reeves
InteriorsInterior Designer
Crystal Reeves, registered interior designer, brings strong management and accomplished design experience to the furnishings department. With a background in high-end residential and new construction, Crystal's approach to each project is creative problem solving, the fundamental basis for good design. Professionally, Crystal is active with the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of ASID where she serves as a Membership Director. Crystal is a graduate of Texas State University with a Bachelors of Science (honors) in Interior Design.
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Lauren Youngs
InteriorsDesigner
As Selections and Finishes designer, Lauren Youngs works closely with clients in the selection of all interior materials including specialty wall finishes, lighting fixtures and hardware. Lauren received a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts with an emphasis in Interior Design from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago as well as training through Parsons School of Design in New York and Paris.
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Susie Jauregui
InteriorsDesign Manager
Susie Jauregui is Design Manager for the Furnishings Department at Jauregui. A graduate of Parsons Design School in New York with additional studies at Parsons Paris, Susie earned a Bachelor of Science in Design Management. Susie is pursuing an MBA at St. Edward's University, Austin, with a focus in Operations Management.
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Stacie Lassetter
InteriorsDesigner
With over 6 years experience in the design industry, Stacie Lassetter assists clients with interior selections and finishes such as specialty flooring, decorative glass, tile patterns and more. Stacie graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, and a minor in Architecture, from the University of Houston.
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Crystal Montelongo
InteriorsDesigner
Crystal Montelongo works closely with both the architectural and interior design departments, providing detailed construction drawings for architectural elements such as decorative iron, carved stone and cabinet embellishments. Crystal graduated magna cum laude from Texas State University with a Bachelors degree in Interior Design.
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Alicia Bishop
InteriorsDesign Assistant
Alicia Bishop is a valued member in the Furnishings Department, bringing years of experience working with high-end showrooms. Alicia's knowledge of resources and hands-on coordination with workrooms compliments the creative efforts of the entire design team. Alicia studied interior design at Sam Houston State University.
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Lorna Gardner
ConstructionEstimator
Lorna Gardner brings over ten years seniority as Construction Estimator for Jauregui. Lorna's main priority is evaluating cost of materials and labor for each job and procuring work contracts for construction. Additionally, Lorna oversees current and historical cost reporting systems and provides overall management to the construction department. With more than 20 years in the construction industry, Lorna is knowledgeable in all aspects of project management and administration.
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Ray Sasser
ConstructionProject Builder
Ray Sasser brings over 25 years of intensive field management to Jauregui, where he has served in as Project Builder for 10 years plus. Ray excels at trouble shooting in the field and his experience is highly regarded by his homeowners. Ray's commitment to the company and his projects is evidenced in his tireless work ethic.
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Austin Pitner
ConstructionProject Builder
As Project Builder, Austin Pitner brings a high level of dedication and professionalism to his projects. Austin has a critical eye for construction detail and systemically documents site progress using photos and management reporting systems. Austin graduated from Texas Tech with a Bachelor of Arts and Engineering.
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Dwayne Pippin
ConstructionProject Builder
Dwayne Pippin is intense in his role as Project Builder, running project schedules with precision. He keeps subcontractors on task and quality in check. Dwayne embraced construction after years of culinary management as a chef following studies at the Culinary Institute of America.
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Jessica Schmer
ConstructionProject Manager
Jessica Schmer is a power house of a Project Manager who goes out of her way for her project team as well as owners. One of Jessica's innumerable strengths is organizing intimidating selection schedules to insure accurate, timely site deliveries. Jessica minored in Architecture and holds an interior design degree from the University of Texas.
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Susana Glenn
ConstructionProject Manager
Susana Glenn is a Project Manager who brings an architect's training and bilingual proficiency to Jauregui's diverse projects. Susana's knowledge of technical details is conducive to explaining construction process to her clients. Susanna holds a Bachelors of Architecture from the University of Tamaulipas in Tampico, Mexico.
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Bethany Ferguson
ConstructionProject Manager
Bethany Ferguson brings intensity and strong experience to her job as Project Manager. She excels at researching selection options for her clients and summarizing the construction process in project binders for homeowners at move-in. Bethany is a graduate of Texas Tech with a degree in interior design and a minor in architecture.
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Lisa Vela
ConstructionProject Manager
As Project Manager, Lisa Vela brings a passion and an uncompromising commitment to her projects. She helps clients understand the complexities of optional installations such as audio/ video and lighting controls. A strong communicator, Lisa is highly effective in her job and holds an Associates degree in Interior Design.
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Gail O'Kelly
ConstructionConst. Admin Assistant
As Construction Administrator, Gail O'Kelly is responsible for the review and management of all construction invoices, vendor accounts, and equipment logs as well as providing general assistance to the Estimator. Gail attended West Texas State A&M and brings extensive administrative experience in high-end residential construction.
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Jennifer Bailey
AdministrationBookkeeper
Jennifer Bailey is full charge Bookkeeper at Jauregui. Jennifer congenially manages all aspects of the accounting department, coordinating the various departments of architecture, construction and interior design to maintain a well organized system. Jennifer brings 20 years of work experience and an indispensable positive attitude to the task.
