Who We Are

F3 Design & Construction is a Multidisciplinary Design Firm from McAllen, TX. Our firm offers clients a wide range of services and expertise, allowing them to tackle complex projects that require diverse skills and knowledge. By bringing together experts from different disciplines, we can provide a more comprehensive and integrated approach to design, which can result in more innovative and efficient solutions.

  • Our founder is a versatile and accomplished designer for commercial and residential structures of varying styles and purposes. Cesar’s career spans over 9 years with record of sound and sustainable designs.

    Cesar was raised in the Rio Grande Valley, yet has welcomed exclusive opportunities to travel abroad throughout his work and studies. He has extensive knowledge of a variety of design styles and construction types, due to exploring architectural sites across the world.

  • SAMES Inc. - McAllen, TX (January 2018 to May 2021)

    Principal Architect

    Elevate Architecture - McAllen, TX/Los Angeles, CA (August 2013 to December 2016)

    Architectural Drafter

    NCompass International - Hawthorne, CA (January 2016 to October 2016)

    3D Architectual Designer

    Servicios de Arquitectura - Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, MX (June 2013 to August 2013)

    Architectural Drafter

  • Master of Architecture

    Academy of Art University, Expected Graduation 2025

    Bachelor of Architecture

    Cornell University, 2016

  • LRGV AIA Award 2015 Honor Award Escamilla Law Firm (Elevate Architecture)

  • Our Principal is an accomplished and reliable architect with a strong client satisfaction record. Sergio’s experience with a wide variety of residential, commercial, and institutional building projects makes him a perfect asset to our team.

    Sergio is involved in the community and has served leadership roles for a number of organizations. He is currently serving as Vice President of Professional Development for the Texas Society of Architects.

  • Lainez | Architects - Harlingen, TX (2015 to Present)

    Principal Architect

    Fulcrum Consulting Services (2016 to Present)

    Project Architect

    Gignac & Associates (2014 - 2016)

    Project Architect

    Texas Southmost College (2009 - Present)

    Adjunct Instructor

  • Master of Architecture

    Texas Tech University, 2008

    Master of Business Administration

    Texas Tech University, 2008

    Bachelor of Science in Architecture

    Texas Tech University, 2005

  • Texas Society of Architects: Vice President of Professional Development, 2023

    American Institute of Architects: Lower RGV President, 2018

    City of Harlingen: Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals - Member, 2018

    Leadership Brownsville: Class XXV, 2010

Meet the Team

  • Alicia

    Accounting

  • Carlos

    Architectural Drafter

  • Adriana

    Architectural Drafter