INTEGRARE® is on a mission to improve the communities we serve. Our approach is deeply rooted in industry expertise and our dedication to the goals of each of our partners.
For over 20 years, Noyan Uras has been responsible for building and overseeing new ground-up developments, mainly across the commercial and mixed-use residential sectors of the real estate industry. He stewards INTEGRARE®’s strategy, management, new business, contract structuring, and deal negotiations. Noyan has offered his insight and expertise to add affordable housing, modular construction and self-performed work to INTEGRARE®’s business portfolio. He is a Partner and the Chief Development Officer at FlyawayHomes—a developer of permanent supportive housing in the City of Los Angeles. Noyan holds an M.A. in Construction Management from University of Southern California, a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Istanbul Technical University, and he is also a LEED Accredited Professional.
Vessela has over 20 years of management and strategy consulting experience across a spectrum of industries, with a strong ability to operationalize strategic decisions. At INTEGRARE®, Vessela oversees our growth and strategic positioning, always with an eye on partnership health, transformative business models, and the opportunities that stand to benefit our team of collaborators.
Vessela holds an MBA from Columbia Business School, and a B.S., Magna Cum Laude, in Finance & Economics from Babson College.
Melissa Tufan has carefully curated her career to see projects through all perspectives. She has extensive experience as a builder and a designer for retail, hospitality, high-end private residences, multi-family mixed use and office type projects, and has spent time on the developers end for commercial and small residential work. At INTEGRARE®, Melissa manages daily operations by supervising, coordinating, and ensuring the successful completion of all preconstruction efforts, including design/development, estimating, and permitting processes. Melissa holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University with a focus on Ergonomics, and has completed the Interior Architecture program at UCLA.
Pasqualino has a strong understanding of all building systems and brings effective problem solving, optimal quality control, quality assurance and team oversight across INTEGRARE® projects. He started his career as a Structural Engineer at WSP USA in New York City, followed by Project Engineer roles at Englekirk and Howard CDM in Los Angeles. Pasqualino has a dual Master's degree focused on Civil Engineering and Construction Management from Columbia University and Università di Bologna. In addition to a PE license, he also holds CAPM, CMIT, and LEED AP BD+C certifications.
Jacob brings knowledge and experience from both the preconstruction and construction phases, which allows him to seamlessly transition between two critically important stages for our team. His strong understanding of construction scopes, 3D BIM coordination, and financial management make him a well-rounded team leader. He started his career working in heavy civil construction as a Field Engineer for Kiewit. Afterwards he took on Project Engineer and Preconstruction Engineer roles on commercial projects for GLY Construction in Seattle. Jacob holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Construction and Structural Engineering from the University of Washington.
Dean comes to INTEGRARE® having served in Construction Management and Field Operations roles throughout his career working for large general contractors and developers, but his career path actually began years earlier growing up on the East Coast as a landscaper, roofer, irrigation specialist, and general laborer. With experience in hospitality, multi-family, retail, and education projects, he is passionate about his work and enjoys successfully leading teams through a shared sense of responsibility and trust in one another to build something great.
With ten years of global high-end multifamily and mixed-use projects in his portfolio, Mattias has developed a great understanding of material for practical and finishing purposes that optimize the quality of the completed product. Through effective problem solving and team involvement, Mattias has successfully managed a large variety of project types including traditional Type I & II, but also more unconventional builds such as modular and advanced prefab system structures. After earning a BA in construction engineering from Nackademin in Stockholm, Sweden Mattias started his career at Veidekke Etreprenad.
With over a decade of experience in Multifamily Type 3A, Type V, and Type 1 wraps and podium construction, Miguel brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Integrare Group. Specializing in concrete, wood framing, and MEPS, Miguel boasts a successful track record in overseeing inspections and final building turnovers, contributing significantly to the completion of large-scale structures in Orange County and Los Angeles. Miguel embarked on his journey in multifamily construction as a framing subcontractor, where he honed his skills and knowledge in wood framing, eventually broadening his scope to encompass all aspects of construction. As a member of the International Code Council (ICC), Miguel remains committed to staying abreast of evolving building codes. Beyond the construction site, Miguel finds joy in spending time with family, getting out into nature, and traveling to explore ancient architecture, other cultures and food.
Dylan brings a decade of experience in both Architecture and Construction, allowing him to efficiently turn designs into reality. With a strong background in BIM technologies, Dylan is able to collaborate on digital models with architects and engineers in order to problem solve and deliver clear instructions to builders on site. Dylan transitioned to Project Management from Architecture because he loves construction technology and working in the field. He has managed commercial projects throughout Los Angeles and Santa Monica. Before joining Integrare Group, he was a project manager at a design-build contractor, where he created BIM models and managed projects for clients including LACMA. Dylan holds a B.A. in Architecture from UC Berkeley and a certificate in Construction Management from UCLA. As a life-long resident of Los Angeles, Dylan is proud to build housing and contribute to the city's architectural legacy.
Phillip brings a sharp eye for detail and deep appreciation for a project’s design intent through his past and present training as a rogue architect. His field experiences have great value as a bridge between the design team and subcontractors to ensure quality execution prior to and during construction. Phillip holds a Bachelors of Architecture (B.Arch) , Magna Cum Laude, from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, adjunct with the Danish Institute of Study Abroad (DIS) in Copenhagen, Denmark. He is a photographer, gravel biker, furnituremaker and Archiprix alumnus distinguished with international excellence in architectural education and design.
Jeffrey brings a diverse perspective as his varied professional background features transportation, commercial, multi-family, and TI projects. His knowledge and experience working in both the public and private sectors allows him to navigate through projects seamlessly. Jeffrey began his career as an architectural designer at Gensler. He worked in the Aviation Studio and was tasked with the development of the Delta Skyway at LAX. Afterwards he took the position of Designer and Job Captain on Multi-Family projects for WHA Architects in Long Beach. Jeffrey holds a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) from the Southern California Institute of Architecture. Outside of work, Jeffrey enjoys going on hikes, working on the occasional DIY woodworking project, and using his meat smoker.
Julia employs data-based reasoning developed during her STEM education in problem solving and decision-making in the field. A penchant for good design makes her a champion for upholding the integrity of building plans and deliverance of quality, finished products. After graduating from the University of California, San Diego with a B.S. in Structural Engineering, Julia started her career at JPI where she focused on multifamily construction and design management. Her creative outlet includes ceramics- a tortuous practice in patience and managing disappointment, which occasionally results in tolerable art.
Having worked on both the GC and owner-builder sides of preconstruction, Victoria brings her expertise of estimating to Team Integrare. From providing milestone estimates to value engineering and constructability reviews, she strives to remain on budget while maintaining the project’s design intent. Victoria holds a B.S. in Computer Engineering from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and a M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Cal State Long Beach. Outside of work, Victoria enjoys being outdoors, whether it’s going off-roading and camping or hiking with ocean views.
Stefan brings a multidisciplinary, pragmatic and solution-oriented approach to design and construction, bridging the gap between creativity and execution. He has a keen eye for detail and can easily interface with the multitude of actors that form the world of construction. He has more than 5 years of experience as Design Manager having led the architectural and structural department at Mobbil Inc in Los Angeles. He holds a Master’s degree in Building Engineering and a B.S. in Architectural Engineering from Polytechnic of Turin as well as a LEED AP BD+C accreditation.
Felipe brings an engineering problem solving toolkit aided by modern computer design programs, which helps mitigate risk and plan ahead for uncertainty. His understanding of 3D BIM software and attention to detail allows the team to better communicate with our partners and solve problems in a dynamic and efficient way. Felipe holds a B.S in Civil Engineering with concentrations in Structural and Construction Engineering along with a minor in Building Information Modeling and Construction Graphics Documentation from Purdue University. When not building, Felipe enjoys playing the drums and the piano or making digital music.
Caleb brings his valuable architectural skills, developed during his academic years at Woodbury University, where he earned a Bachelor of Architecture. His journey commenced during his studies at Architecture school, where he not only acquired theoretical knowledge but also gained practical experience by collaborating with a dynamic design team in downtown LA. Following his graduation, he embarked on a unique path in the construction industry. He started young, initially shadowing his father and grandfather at construction sites. Over time, he transitioned into actively participating in on-site construction work, learning the intricacies of the trade from his own family members. This background provided him with a deep understanding of the construction process, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and craftsmanship. Outside of the construction world, he has a passion for physical fitness and the outdoors. He finds joy in strength training and soccer, relishing the opportunity to stay active and embrace the natural world. These interests not only contribute to his physical well-being but also reinforce the discipline and dedication that he brings to his role at Integrare.
Cem joins Integrare Group with over 20 years in the architecture and construction industry. He is a highly logical, functionally driven, and adept problem solver who efficiently executes quality work. Growing up with an engineer father and grandfather, Cem found his passion for building at an early age and has made it his own after his studies and work in architectural design and interior design. He has worked on numerous multi-million projects from start to finish overseeing all aspects including concept ideation, design, specifications, budgeting, logistics, manufacturing specifications, client development and more. Cem holds a Masters of Interior Architecture from Cal Poly Pomona as well as a B.Arch from Eastern Mediterranean University and a MBA from Yeditepe University.
James began his career as a metal stud framer, earning his certificate in construction management from UCLA and his degree at Cal State Long Beach. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and working out.
Brandon, a construction industry veteran with over two decades of experience, began his journey as a young craftsman, developing skills alongside his father in home construction. Following high school, he took on a new challenge as a Marine, refining his capabilities and gaining invaluable leadership skills. After his military career, Brandon seamlessly translated his skills into construction, putting practical experience and disciplined precision to work and melding on-the-field expertise with a strategic understanding of construction processes, cost estimation, and scheduling. Outside of work, Brandon enjoys the outdoors, leading him to climb Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest mountain.
Pasquale brings tremendous environmental sensitivity and earthwork knowledge to all INTEGRARE® projects. He started his career as an Environmental Engineer gaining experience in site assessment, soil remediation and design of civil/environmental water infrastructures for both public and private clients. He then continued on as a Safety Engineer at large oil company construction projects and Staff Engineer at Geotechnical firms providing training, management and testing. Pasquale holds a B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, and a Master’s in Environmental Engineering from the University of Bologna, Italy.
Nicola brings her enthusiasm for HR analytics and connecting teams to the Integrare Group to uphold an excellent employee experience, attract and retain exceptional talent and elevate the team’s growth. She draws on her experience building the People Operations department at We Are Royale to create scalable solutions and a strong employee support system. Nicola obtained her SHRM-CP certification through the Society for Human Resource Management. Outside of work, Nicola is happiest snowboarding, camping, and reminding her dog that he is, in fact, the cutest dog ever to exist.
Sarah has over 25 years of experience in executive and financial management, working with organizations to build infrastructure and improve business and financial processes. She has also held various executive positions in privately held companies in the high tech and healthcare industries. Sarah also serves as the Chief Financial Officer of FlyawayHomes. She began her career at Price Waterhouse, where she was certified as a Public Accountant.
Sangeeta provides a wealth of knowledge and experience in construction accounting having worked in accounting functions for property managers and general contractors. She has focused on high volume, multimillion dollar projects in the Los Angeles market and has also lead teams through implementation of new processes. Sangeeta received her bachelor’s degree in computer science from Cal State Long Beach and Certification in accounting from UCLA. Whenever she gets a chance, Sangeeta loves to travel to different places and countries. Living so close to the ocean, there’s nothing like taking a long walk on the beach.
Devaney is a creative problem solver and analytical thinker with a passion for numbers. Her continued interest in learning drove her to become Integrare’s first in-house Public Notary. When she is not tinkering with numbers or notarizing documents, Dev leverages her welcoming personality to build lasting relationships with vendors and subcontractors. Devaney received a B.A in Economics with an emphasis in international macro-finance and a minor in Chicanx Studies at UC Davis. In her free time, Devaney enjoys going to the movies, spending time with close family and friends, and ending the night with street tacos.
Berenice brings her love for numbers and strong attention to detail to Integrare Group. Having worked as a bookkeeper in the banking industry she gained experience multitasking, with a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Her passion for numbers motivated her to obtain her Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration from California State University, Long Beach. During her free time she likes to take her son to Disneyland.
