Design Studio
Our Team
Smart. Strategic. Build-Ready.
At Xtraunit, design is more than aesthetics—it’s a technical, build-focused discipline. Our team brings together architects, engineers, and code experts who understand what it takes to deliver plans that are as practical as they are compelling. From initial concept to permit-ready documents, we design with construction in mind.
Whether it’s a multifamily building, ADU, or mixed-use site, we optimize every layout for real-world constraints like site conditions, city code, and your budget goals. Our process isn’t just creative—it’s calculated to perform.
Team Members
Through a unique combination of engineering, construction and design disciplines and expertise.
Pedram Rad
Founder & CEO
Hormoz Nazarpour
Senior Project Manager
Erfan Mirza
Co-Founder & Director of Operations
Shawn Mahdavian
Design Director
Lorraine Tuazon
Permit Specialist
Ali Shirdel
Real Estate & Innovation Director
Siqi Zhang
Architectural designer
Joshua Campanile
Design Lead
Ruixin Jiang
Architectural designer
Raphael Capitulo
Architectural Designer
Anthony Rivera
Project Manager
Azadeh Valasefat
Office Manager
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Design Team
What Sets Us Apart
We don’t hand off. We integrate. Xtraunit’s design-build model means our architects and engineers work directly with our construction managers from day one. That collaboration ensures every drawing is efficient, cost-aligned, and ready to build.
With in-house experts across architecture, structural, MEP, and civil engineering, we reduce coordination errors and accelerate approvals. And because we know LA’s zoning codes and permitting pathways inside and out, we design for smooth submittals and fast RTIs.
Projects
Who We Serve
Our clients include developers, contractors, and public agencies who need efficient, code-compliant designs. Whether you’re building five units or fifty, we provide the technical insight and project awareness to move your plans from concept to approval, without surprises.
Design with Purpose
We believe good design should serve the project—not stall it. That means thoughtful space planning, smart systems coordination, and solutions that balance form, function, and ROI. At Xtraunit, we don’t just design to impress—we design to deliver.
Let’s Design Smarter Together
Tell us your goals, your site, and your vision
we’ll show you how to bring it to life,
with cost and permit efficiency built in.
Projects
Design That Supports ROI
We don’t just ask “what looks good?”we ask “what makes sense for your return?”
- Optimize unit count, layouts, and rentable square footage
- Reduce construction complexity without sacrificing design quality
- Maximize FAR, open space, and parking for entitlements
- Strategic Value Engineering built into the design process
Especially for developers and investors, design is a tool to drive returns—not just visual appeal.
