Team
VISION
Architects Inc is committed to being exceptional fiduciaries for our investor clients. We are uniquely equipped to provide our investor partners with best-in-class experience and concierge service.
Our vision is a firm which focuses on creating tremendous value for every investor, client, employee, vendor, and tenant that comes into contact with our company.
Our philosophy has always been to achieve a “Win-Win” for everyone we associate with.
We’ve invested countless hours and capital into building the world-class team, and business processes required to achieve the results our clients deserve. Our success is the culmination of dedicated teamwork that prioritizes client interests throughout every stage of an investment.
With an intentional focus we create superior long-term, risk-adjusted quality assets for our clients while creating strong economic generators for the communities which our designs become a part.
Pablo leads Architects Inc and oversees a talented team of creative architects. He is the creative force at the heart of all the firms building design, interiors, urban planning and landscape solutions. Pablo is a California licensed Architect, with more than 30 years of experience in commercial real estate specializing in entertainment production in addition to a deep passion and experience for residential development.
Pablo Maida brings both his technical and executive management experience with him from world renowned Gensler Architects. He directs all operations in the Architects Inc studio on all aspects of design and production to construction administration. Mr. Maida remains hands-on and directly involved in every aspect of development and considers the investors, contractors, and end users pivotal parts of the design and construction team, and integral to the success of a project.
Mr. Maida also has a keen graphic sensibility and always seeks opportunities to create a sense of place that gives needed community identity. In 2003 he opened his own, award winning, office and has since collaborated with many larger firms delivering successful repositioned buildings and digital media creative projects. He continues to bring harmony and clarity to complex projects through his leadership and management skills. He consistently delivers projects which exceed the goals by composing comprehensive and versatile plans and executes them with clear communication across all stakeholders. Mr. Maida holds a bachelor degree in Architecture from Woodbury University (1993).
Terry Winders
Project Manager
Terry is a 23 year real estate veteran, and is actively engaged in the financial and operational needs of the company.
Terry Winders is uniquely positioned to navigate the acquisition, financing and disposition of real estate assets. Mr. Winders is more broadly responsible for sourcing and implementing financing, structuring deals and generating continued growth for new funds and submarkets. He leads deal creation and cultivates partnership and new relations. He supports the daily operations of the company through trend monitoring, market research and advancement in property tech, guiding SCE in its choices of partnerships and investment planning. His methodical and systematic due diligence on a project by project basis has resulted in exceptional return on investment and asset values which translates into increased profits, exceeding investor expectations. Mr. Winders is results oriented, with a successful history of international real estate accomplishments.
After a stint in acquisitions at MJW Investments, Mr Winders oversaw financing and deal sourcing at Galaxy Holding. Mr. Winders founded Winders Land Company which oversees a diverse portfolio of affordable multifamily housing. The philanthropic endeavor provides one affordable rate unit for every market unit.
Mr. Winders holds a degrees and diplomas in Law from the Law Society of Ireland and Real Estate Investment Analysis from the University of California Los Angeles.
Daren Laureano
Senior Draftsman
Daren is a 30 year veteran of real estate development, specializing in redevelopment plans for deep repositioning.
He and his team have more than 100 years combined experience in redevelopment planning, reposition strategy, government approval, design, complex construction, and development. Mr. Laureano's accuracy and sound decisions have transformed more than $6 billion dollars in real estate through 6.5 million square feet of completed projects. He unlocks potential overlooked by others with less experience by adaptive re-use of property and advanced redevelopment knowledge for new construction. Mr. Laureano oversees and advises on project redevelopment from acquisition to occupancy with every step in between. He is uniquely experienced at merging complex tenant requirements with competing jurisdictional inspection demands for occupancy. This ability stems directly from a vast experience in complex and very diverse building types.
Mr. Laureano founded his original brand Southern California Land Use, Inc. in January 2001 creating and executing complex redevelopment plans. SCE is built on this sound foundation from more than 20 years of reliable, proven results. Prior to founding his businesses Mr. Laureano worked for 10 years in several prestigious Southern California architecture firms designing buildings and the related construction drawings. Mr. Laureano holds a degree in Architecture from the University of Southern California (1993).
Heather Willoughby
Office Manager
Heather is a seasoned executive with a strong emphasis on business acumen, strategic problem-solving, and leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Hospitality Business from Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business (1998), which equipped her with valuable strategic and analytical problem solving skills.
Throughout her professional career, she has excelled as a leader, prioritizing mentorship and team development. As a Director for Aramark in both Kentucky and Michigan, she efficiently integrated strategic insights, fostering a culture of excellence.
Heather's leadership experience has been instrumental at elite brands such as Macy’s as an Executive Manager, overseeing multiple departments in both Michigan and California. She thrives in diverse operational areas, making strategic decisions to drive results while maintaining a positive energy and environment.
As a finance expert and mentor for ten units spanning the West Coast and Hawaii at Macy's, she showcased financial expertise while nurturing team members to reach their full potential.
In addition to her professional achievements, she has actively contributed to her community by serving as treasurer for multiple community organizations including the Redondo Beach Council Parent Teacher Association.
Heather is a confident executive with a strong focus on business acumen, investor experience, and managing teams through personnel specific leadership. Her commitment to mentoring and team development positions her to enhance Southern California Equity efficiency, drive growth, and achieve fund success.