Meet Our Remodeling OC Team

Brad Burgin, President

In 1989, Brad made the decision to enter the world of entrepreneurship and open his own business. With a backround in carpentry, he began offering custom woodworking services including shelves, boxes, storage chests, and more. Over the years as his expertise and experience grew, he began adding more and more services for the home and now, nearly 30 years later, Burgin Design • Remodel is Orange County’s premiere Design-Build firm specializing in Additions, Kitchen, Bath, Custom Cabinetry and Full Service Home Remodeling.

When he’s not overseeing the day-to-day workings of the business (which honestly, is rare) he loves to be active, travel and spend time with his wife, Rhonda, sons, Sean and Aaron, mom, Wendy and extended friends and family.

Just a few short years after Brad began his business, his partner in life (and some might say, crime), Rhonda joined him not only in marriage but also in the business. Now, nearly 30 years later, she has no regrets as she has been the Boss Lady behind the scenes (and when necessary on-site) who keeps Burgin Design • Remodel running like a well-oiled machine.

She’s a Mom to several furkids (we can’t give you a count on those because it seems to always be going up) and she enjoys Nascar and traveling, especially with her family.

Aaron is our resident Jack-of-All-Trades. If anyone needs a helping hand, you can be sure he’s there to pitch in. His most important work is in helping Elizabeth in the office with shredding, filing, scanning, and more. He’s also very into technology and can tell you anything you need to know about the latest and greatest in must-have gadgets.

When he’s not helping out in the office, Aaron loves doing crafts and watching movies. He’s also a big fan of plays and musicals and, word has it, he’s by far the best singer on the Burgin Design • Remodel team!

After 28 years in the banking industry and 16 years in the insurance field, Wendy thought about retiring, but decided it would be a lot more fun to join the Burgin Design • Remodel team and help her son and daughter-in-law with the accounting part of the business (translation: we begged her and she gave in). She is an integral part of the team and keeps us on track every day.

Wendy’s work with numbers is great and all, but let’s be honest, where she excels is baking. Her skills at whipping up delicious treats and creating amazing crafts would make Martha Stewart jealous. She’s the mastermind behind birthday cakes for all the staff, cake pops for Aaron’s school events, and chocolates and candies for special occassions. She certainly makes the office a “sweeter” place to be!

Matt Hales, Project Manager

Matt’s background was in real estate before he came aboard at Burgin Design • Remodel but with a family that had years of expertise in architecture and design, it was a given that he would hear the call of creating rather than selling. The knowledge he gained through the years from both his past work and his family’s interests has been perfect preparation for his current role in managing home remodeling projects with Burgin.

When he’s not on the jobsite, Matt enjoys playing music, spending time with his family and eating sushi (we hear he’s also partial to Wendy’s homemade cookies when there’s no raw fish around).

Joni Owen, Project Designer

Having been featured on several of the local Orange County area HGTV Home View episodes, Joni is our on-staff celebrity. When it’s hard to find a parking space at the design center due to all the paparazzi, we know Joni must be in the office – we still think she’s more than worth the inconvenience!

Tamara Stratton,  Project Designer

One of Tamara’s favorite things is to utilize the exposure she’s had to different cultures through extensive travel and living abroad as inspiration for her work. We agree that this knowledge and experience is an asset, but we’re still not sure about her request to work full-time poolside in Bali…

Elizabeth is also an animal lover, definitely a prerequisite to working here and absolutely adores her three kids. She is currently awaiting her official “Crazy Cat Lady” certification but if you ask us, she’s more than qualified!

Ian Steward, Lead Carpenter

Ian has been in the construction industry for over 5 years. With his love for construction, he found Burgin Design • Remodel a perfect fit for his undeniable skills. Ian enjoys getting outside and enjoying the best of what nature has to offer. That’s why when he’s not busy at work, he goes hiking and nature walking. Many times you’ll find him trying exhilarating hobbies (off-road motorcycling, anyone?) and mountain biking. Although Ian spends most of his time outdoors, his family and friends are big part of his life.

Nearly ten years ago Diego joined the Burgin Design • Remodel team as a young, unseasoned carpentry worker. His skill and willingness to learn quickly elevated him to Finish Carpenter status. His attention to detail makes him the ideal person for the job and his great personality makes him instantly likeable to team members and customers alike.

Married just 3 years, he and his wife are currently expecting their second child. When he’s not hard at work, Diego claims to enjoy sports and hanging out with family and friends; but we know the real truth is, if he’s not on the job, he’s hiding out with a stash of Wendy’s baked treats!

Eddy Valencia, Journeyman Carpenter

Eddy joined the Burgin Design • Remodel team in 2003. Over the years he has grown in experience and knowledge. A customer favorite, Eddy is just as important to our customer service department as he is on-site and in the shop. His leadership skills and enthusiasm for the work are a stellar example of what we look for in an employee and we are lucky to have him.

When he isn’t working super hard on the jobsite or charming customers, Eddy is a father, husband and family man. Weekends will often find him enjoying a movie and/or cooking up a batch of Birria (Mexican Stew) for his family – seriously delicious. Don’t tell him, but we’ve already submitted a Throwdown Challenge on his behalf with Bobby Flay. We’re pretty sure Bobby’s going down!

Aaron found a love for carpentry and entrepreneurship early in life after years of watching his uncle build amazing things. In middle school he made skatboards and sold them for $25 each and just kept going from there. Now, he feels that carpentry is just a part of him and even enjoy woodwork as a hobby in his spare time.

Aaron and his wife love loving in Orange County and are expecting their second child.

Hector Hernandez, Assistant Carpenter

Having played percussion in a band back in the day, Hector decided to hit things with a hammer instead of drumsticks and joined the Burgin Design • Remodel team as an Assistant Carpenter. He loves working with the tools of the trade and turning something plain into a beautiful piece of someone’s home.

Note – If you’re on one of our job sites and the hammering sounds a bit like a song you know, you can be fairly sure that Hector is there working away!

Henry Siliezar, Assistant Carpenter

When Henry followed in his big brother’s footsteps and joined the Burgin Design • Remodel team we thought it was because Diego had told him what a great place it was to work. Now, we’re pretty sure it was just so that he wouldn’t be the youngest guy on the jobsites! But, being the youngest hasn’t stopped Henry from making his own mark as an invaluable member of the crew. His work ethic and willingness to jump in wherever needed are a testament to his commitment to the company.

Being the only bachelor on the team has its perks as Henry gets to spend his free time doing whatever he wants. He enjoys working out and loves all things cars. He doesn’t even mind being the youngest as he’s pretty sure the other guys are just jealous of his “freedom”. 

Sean Burgin, Assistant Carpenter

Sean has just completed his tour in the Army and is going to college.
When not in school, Sean assists at Burgin. He enjoys hiking, mountain biking, and being outdoors.